PreSonus FADERPORT 8 8-Channel Mix Production Controller
The PreSonus FADERPORT 8 is an 8-channel mix production controller that puts the mix of a digital audio workstation under the fingers instead of under a mouse pointer. With eight touch-sensitive, motorized, 100 mm faders, high-definition digital scribble strips and full transport controls, the PreSonus FADERPORT 8 lets engineers and producers balance tracks, ride automation and navigate sessions the way they would on a console, while the DAW itself keeps running on screen.
The PreSonus FADERPORT 8 is built for long sessions: its large illuminated buttons are easy to find without looking away from the screen for long, the Session Navigator gives one-button access to scrolling, banking, markers and track management, and a footswitch input allows hands-free start and stop. It connects over USB, needs no driver installation for basic control, and works natively with PreSonus Studio One as well as through HUI and Mackie Control Universal emulation with other major DAWs.
Why Choose PreSonus FADERPORT 8 8-Channel Mix Production Controller?
Mixing with a mouse means clicking one fader at a time and constantly switching between the arrange window and the mixer. The PreSonus FADERPORT 8 removes that bottleneck by giving eight channels simultaneous, tactile control, so a balance can be felt and adjusted in a single pass rather than assembled click by click. Motorized faders follow the session, jumping to the right position when banks change or automation plays back, which keeps what is seen on screen and what is felt under the fingers in agreement at all times.
The PreSonus FADERPORT 8 also earns its place through its session tools rather than through faders alone. The Session Navigator covers track scrolling, channel banking, timeline scrolling and zoom, while dedicated controls handle arm-all, solo and mute clear, click with tap tempo, and undo and redo. Four programmable User buttons cover the functions each engineer reaches for most, and because the unit follows track selection made with the mouse, the hardware and the software stay in step instead of fighting each other.
Key Features
Eight motorized 100 mm faders: touch-sensitive, long-throw faders with dual-servo drive for fast, quiet and smooth automation moves.
Eight scribble strip displays: high-definition digital strips that show track names and values so channels are identified at a glance.
Full transport section: play, stop, fast forward, rewind, record and loop controls, plus marker and event navigation.
Session Navigator: one-button access to scrolling, banking, zoom, track management and automation modes.
Studio One native support: deep integration with PreSonus Studio One, with HUI and Mackie Control Universal emulation for other DAWs.
Footswitch input: hands-free start and stop for recording takes without reaching for the keyboard.
Best Suited For
The PreSonus FADERPORT 8 suits home-studio owners moving beyond mouse mixing, project-studio engineers who automate vocals and instruments daily, podcast and post-production editors who need fast session navigation, and Studio One users who want the closest hardware match to their software. It fits desks where a full console is impractical but hands-on control still matters.
Setup and Connection Guide
Connect the PreSonus FADERPORT 8 to the computer with its USB cable and connect the supplied 12 VDC power supply. In Studio One the unit is recognised natively; in other DAWs select HUI or Mackie Control Universal mode in the control-surface settings and follow the on-screen setup prompts. An optional footswitch plugs into the rear footswitch jack for hands-free transport. Firmware updates are handled through PreSonus Universal Control, which should be installed before the first session so the unit runs the latest firmware.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the PreSonus FADERPORT 8 work with DAWs other than Studio One?
Yes. The PreSonus FADERPORT 8 works natively with Studio One and also supports HUI emulation for Pro Tools and Mackie Control Universal emulation for Logic, Cubase, Ableton Live, Nuendo, Bitwig, Reaper, Reason and more, so it can control virtually any major DAW.
Do the faders move on their own?
Yes. The eight 100 mm faders are motorized and touch-sensitive, so they follow bank changes and automation playback, and they respond to touch for writing automation in touch, latch, trim and write modes.
What software is included with the PreSonus FADERPORT 8?
Studio One Artist music production software is included, along with access to the Studio Magic plug-in suite, giving a complete starting point for recording and mixing.
Technical Specifications
Product type
8-channel DAW mix production controller
Faders
8 x touch-sensitive, motorized, 100 mm long-throw
Displays
8 x high-definition digital scribble strips, timecode display, channel meters
Controls
Transport, Session Navigator, automation modes, 4 programmable User buttons
Connectivity
USB 2.0, footswitch jack
Compatibility
macOS and Windows; native Studio One, HUI, Mackie Control Universal
Buy with peace of mind. The PreSonus FADERPORT 8 8-Channel Mix Production Controller comes with the official manufacturer’s warranty for India, valid from the date on your GST invoice. Pro Audio Video is a specialist audio video store, and every product we sell is brand new, sealed and sourced through authorised channels, so your warranty is honoured at brand service centres across India.
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