Avid has announced the S1 audio control surface for music mixing, audio post and video production, promising ‘unparalleled speed, rich visual feedback, and software integration of Avid’s high-end consoles in a portable, slimline surface that’s an easy fit for any space or budget’.

The S1 surface brings extensive control and visual feedback to mixing and monitoring in stereo or surround for recording and editing tracks, accelerating the music workflow. Like the Avid S6 and Avid S4, Avid S1 is powered by EuCon to offer integration with Pro Tools and Media Composer, plus native support for third-party audio and video applications including Logic Pro, Cubase and Premiere Pro. Users can switch between multiple applications and workstations at the touch of a button.

Avid S1 integrates with the free Avid Control app for iOS and Android tablets and smartphones, providing visual feedback, ergonomic efficiency and Avid S6-style metering and processing views. The surface’s touch-sensitive motorised faders and knobs supports touchscreen workflows, with Soft Keys for completing complex tasks with a single touch. Users also can scale the surface to meet changing needs by connecting up to four units together – and add an Avid Dock – to create a single extended and integrated surface.

‘We designed the Avid S1 control surface with home or smaller studios and budgets in mind,’ says Director of Product Marketing, Audio & Video Solutions, Rob D’Amico. ‘We strive to give customers the integrated hardware and software workflows they need to create the best sounding mixes. The Avid S1 enables users to create complex mixes without having to compromise on quality and opens up a world of capabilities never before possible with a control surface at this price.’

The Avid S1 is priced at US$1,295 MSRP

More: www.avid.com