Softube Console 1 Compact — a compact mixing controller

Softube has released a more affordable version of the Console 1 in a portable format for project and home studios.

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Analog Feel touch-sensitive knobs and a wide choice of compatible native plugins make DAW mixing more hands-on. Console 1 Compact controls preamplifiers, compression, equalizers and tape saturation in one workflow. A small high-resolution display provides quick visual feedback. Bright RGB LEDs change colour to match the screen, and the sturdy anodised aluminium enclosure has a Nordic Night Sky finish.

Photo: official website softube

Alongside Softube software, the controller supports popular third-party products from UAD, Plugin Alliance and FabFilter in all major DAWs. It also complements the Flow Studiosoftware environment with extensive portable controls. The included Core Mixing Suite contains Softube Tape/Preamp, a Shape section for transient control, passive and digital equalizers, and three compressors emulating the 1176, SSL Bus and LA-2A.

Photo: official website softube

Softube Console 1 will be available for around $500.