Softube Release Console 1 Mixing System Update
Softube announce a new major release to their Console 1 mixing system software (2.6.0)
Sends Spill
With the new fader modes, you can access all six sends of a track on the first six faders. Press “Send 1” to access all the same send for ten different tracks, and simply press it again to access all six sends for the current track. (Console 1 Fader Mk III)
Improved Param Mode
It’s easy to access a Console 1 parameter, for example Width or Compression, from your faders by using “Param Mode”. Pressing “Param” again let’s you access several different parameters for the current track, for example the entire compressor laid out on the faders. (Console 1 Fader Mk III)
New Waveform View in On-Screen Display
The gain reduction waveform is now available in the OSD. On your Mk III unit, hold Shift while pressing the buttons next to the screen, on Mk I/II set your preferred visualization from the Settings menu.
Added Third Party Plug-Ins
Added support for FabFilter Pro-Q 4 and UADx SSL 4000E Channel.
Cubase/Nuendo Direct DAW Control
Improved and faster Direct DAW Control for Cubase and Nuendo. Requires Cubase 13.0.51 or 14.0.10 or higher, or Nuendo 13.0.51 or higher.
Pro Tools HUI Improvements
When Pro Tools HUI is with at least one Console 1 plug-in inserted, you now get both track numbers and colors in HUI mode. We also added the ability to scroll through tracks by using Shift + Pan.
Compact Mode in Direct DAW Control Mode
In Direct DAW Control (Logic, Cubase, Pro Tools), Compact Mode will now only show tracks with a Console 1 instance instead of showing all controllable tracks. This will make it easier to navigate and organize your projects.
Easier Reboot of Hardware
Press and hold Display On for more than five seconds to trigger a reboot of the hardware (Console 1 Channel Mk III and Fader Mk III).
Earlier Updates
MIDI Modules for Console 1 Channel Mk III
Load in a MIDI module in any section to send MIDI CC from Console 1 (Console 1 Channel Mk III).
MIDI Mode for Console 1 Fader Mk III
The Fader MIDI Controller mode (available from the Function Mode menu) turns your Fader Mk III unit into a generic MIDI controller for when you need hands-on control of … MIDI things.
Improved MIDI Mode for Console 1 Mk I/II
It is now possible to use your older Console 1 (Mk I or II) in MIDI mode while the On-Screen Display is running, so that you can use that unit as a MIDI controller while you’re using Mk III units with Console 1. Just select “Use Mk I/II as MIDI Controllers” from the Console 1 On-Screen Display’s menu icon.