PreSonus Faderport 8

PreSonus FaderPort 8 – Compact 8-Channel Motorized DAW Controller

The PreSonus FaderPort 8 brings tactile mixing power to your desktop without overwhelming your space. With eight motorized, touch-sensitive faders and visual scribble strips, plus a versatile Session Navigator, it gives you physical control over mix, transport, automation, and navigation.

Key Features

• Eight 100 mm motorized, touch-sensitive faders: Dual-servo design for smooth response and precision 10-bit control (1 024 steps).
• Eight digital scribble-strip displays: Show track names, automation modes, or levels at a glance.
• Comprehensive transport and session controls: Play, Stop, Record, Loop, Drop Marker, Undo/Redo, All-Arm, Solo/Mute Clear, Tap-tempo and more.
• Session Navigator encoder: Scroll through tracks, bank channels, zoom the timeline, drop markers—all with one dial and buttons.
• Channel control and automation: Manage Level, Pan, Solo, Mute, Record-Arm, and switch between Touch, Latch, Trim, Write, Read, Off modes instantly.
• Flexible fader modes: Assign faders to plugin editing, bus sends, panning, or panning parameter control.
• DAW compatibility: Native Studio One support plus HUI and Mackie Control Universal for Logic Pro, Cubase, Pro Tools, Ableton, and more. Works plug-and-play via USB-2.0.
• Footswitch input: Hands-free control over start/stop recording.
• Software included: Includes Studio One Pro license for immediate creative use.

Customer Benefits

Shift seamlessly from mouse-driven control to hands-on mixing. The faders bring back tactile response to your workflow, while Session Navigator speeds editing and navigation. Studio One integration makes setup effortless, so your focus stays on mixing, not menus.

Quick Specs

• Faders: 8 × 100 mm motorized, touch-sensitive; 10-bit, 1 024 steps
• Controls: Transport, session, navigation, automation, plugin/bus/pan modes
• Displays: 8 × digital scribble strips
• Connectivity: USB 2.0 (Type-B), external 12 V DC power (included)
• Footswitch input: Yes, ¼″ jack (footswitch not included)
• Dimensions: Approx. 33.4 cm × 30.1 cm × 5.7 cm
• Weight: Approx. 2.3 kg

What’s in the Box

• PreSonus FaderPort 8 control surface
• USB 2.0 (Type-B) cable
• 12 V DC external power supply
• Studio One Pro software download code

Use Cases / Ideal For

Well-suited to producers, engineers, and musicians working with multi-track sessions, mixing, automation, or immersive sound. Great when you need a compact yet powerful mixing control surface at your desktop.

Compatibility

Compatible with Windows and macOS DAWs via Studio One native integration or HUI/Mackie control emulation. Plug in via USB and control your mix immediately—no drivers required for most workflows.

Pros & Cons

✅ Pros:

• High-quality motorized faders bring back tactile mixing control
• Session Navigator dramatically speeds workflow navigation
• Compact but deep integration into popular DAWs
• Includes Studio One Pro to start creating immediately

⚠️ Cons:

• Requires external power—needs AC outlet
• No dedicated pan knobs; pan control must use fader modes or encoder

The PreSonus FaderPort 8 delivers compact, hands-on control over your mix with motorized precision, visual feedback, and seamless DAW integration—perfect for creators who work fast and mix with focus.