Softube Console 1 Compact Control Surface

Softube's Console 1 Compact Control Surface bridges mixing software and hardware control, letting you command your DAW and plugins through tactile faders and knobs instead of a mouse. Built by Swedish audio specialists Softube, this control surface addresses the core frustration of modern production: the disconnect between digital mixing and physical feedback. The compact footprint and integrated plugin integration separate it from generic MIDI controllers. The Console 1 Compact features eight motorised 100mm faders with touch sensing, twelve rotary encoders with high-resolution control, and dedicated transport buttons for play, record, and navigation. Each fader position syncs in real time with your DAW, whilst the encoders handle plugin parameters across all major digital audio workstations. The surface connects via USB and operates on bus power, requiring no external adaptor. Constructed from durable metal and rubberised controls, it measures 435mm wide and weighs 1.3kg, designed for studio desks and portable rigs alike. The faders respond to your touch with haptic feedback, confirming parameter changes without screen glancing. The Compact works directly with Softube's mixer plugins and any standard plugin that accepts MIDI learn assignments, letting you customise channel strips, EQ, compression, and effects routing. Multiple DAW profiles allow quick switching between sessions and software setups, critical for engineers juggling client projects or live tracking work. Features  Eight motorised 100mm faders with integrated touch sensing technology Twelve rotary encoders for granular plugin parameter control USB connectivity with bus power - no external adaptor required Real-time fader position synchronisation across all major DAWs Compact 435mm width, 1.3kg weight for portable studio setups Haptic feedback on all touch-sensitive controls for tactile confirmation Compatible with all standard MIDI-learning plugins and VST instruments Dedicated transport controls for play, record, and session navigation