Solid State Logic UF1 Advanced DAW Controller

The Solid State Logic UF1 Advanced DAW Controller is a versatile controller designed to enhance your digital audio workstation (DAW) workflow. Here’s an overview of its key features and capabilities:

Motorized Fader:

The UF1 features a premium 100 mm motorized fader that provides a high-quality feel and engineered response for precise volume control.

Transport & Jog Wheel:

Dedicated transport controls and a weighted jog wheel allow for efficient navigation within large DAW sessions. You can customize secondary transport keys for essential workflow shortcuts.

Dual High-Resolution Displays:

The UF1 includes two high-resolution displays (1.7″ and 4.3″) that offer detailed visual feedback on DAW track names, parameters, time display, SSL Meter plug-in, and 360-enabled channel strips in the SSL Plug-in Mixer.

Metering:

The controller provides essential metering tools, including dual True Peak and RMS meters, stereo balance, phase correlation, and a 31-band Real-Time Analyzer (RTA) to help you monitor and analyze your audio levels and mix.

SSL Meter Plug-in Integration:

UF1 comes with a perpetual license for the SSL Meter plug-in, which is visualized on the large 4.3″ IPS display and can be controlled directly from the UF1 surface and the SSL 360° Plug-in Mixer.

Expandability:

UF1 can be used on its own or paired with other SSL controllers like UF8 for a deeper SSL DAW control experience. It can also be used as a hardware expansion for the UC1 SSL plug-in controller, offering fader control and access to SSL 360°-enabled channel strip parameters.

System Requirements:

To use UF1, you need to have the SSL 360° software installed on your Mac or Windows computer. It’s compatible with various operating systems, including macOS Catalina, Big Sur, Monterey, and Windows 10 and 11. You’ll also need a compatible CPU, RAM, and an internet connection for software updates.

DAW Compatibility:

UF1 offers dedicated control profiles for popular DAWs like Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase, Studio One, Ableton Live, LUNA, and Pyramix. It can also switch to control the MASTER fader in MCU protocol DAWs.

Customization:

The controller features 46 customizable user keys that can be assigned to your favorite DAW commands or keyboard shortcuts, allowing you to tailor it to your specific workflow.

Multi-DAW Support:

UF1 supports up to three different DAWs simultaneously, making it versatile for various production scenarios.

Powered by SSL 360° Software:

The UF1 relies on the SSL 360° software application for its functionality, ensuring seamless integration with your DAW and SSL plug-ins.

In summary, the Solid State Logic UF1 Advanced DAW Controller offers comprehensive control and visual feedback for your DAW, making it a valuable addition to your studio setup, especially when combined with other SSL controllers for a complete SSL virtual console workflow.

Specifications:

• 1 x 100 mm high quality, touch-sensitive motorised faders.
• 5 x rotary endless rotary encoders with push.
• Large 4.3” IPS LCD TFT high-resolution colour display.
• Additional 1.77” LCD TFT high-resolution colour display.
• Backlit RGB soft-feel rubber buttons.
• All metal enclosure, finished with a brushed anodised top plate.
• Included stands allow for 6 different elevation angles. Or use without stands.
• Connects to your computer via hi-speed USB – no need to deal with computer networks or ethernet cables.
• Width 205 mm / 8.07”, Height 265.9 mm / 10.46”, Depth 62.5 mm / 2.46”