vdB VDB-FCS8-FIR

8-Channel Control Surface for Series-8 Recorders SOUND DEVICES

• 8 channels with trim, fader and PFL
• 2 types of faders available (soft/firm)
• Dedicated Slate transport, arming and mic activation controls
• Master Fader and 5 assignable controls
• Compact, rugged design and protected faders for outdoor use
• Powered by the recorder

The FCS-8 8-channel control surface is a compact USB controller suitable for the most demanding shoots, thanks to its robust design in aluminum and PA-12 nylon. It features 8 rotary potentiometers for trims (with stop), 8 dust-protected faders, and 8 PFL controls for controlling 8 channels of the recorder.

It also features controls for record, stop, Slate mic trigger, and a shortcut to arm or disarm tracks. PFL monitoring, track arm/disarm status, recording, and Slate mic activation are indicated by LEDs on the front of the control surface.

The control surface provides the user with a potentiometer corresponding to the Master fader, which can be assigned to any bus or output of the recorder. In addition, it has five assignable controls from a list of recorder functions, such as activating Com circuits, monitoring, or assigning faders to buses or outputs.

Its 8 channels make it particularly suitable for use with the 833 recorder, ideal for use in a bag or for filming where the lightness and robustness of the equipment are essential. The FCS-8 control surface uses the MIDI MCU protocol, making it possible to use it with digital audio work software.

Fader Versions

The Finger 8 is available in two versions depending on the fader resistance desired by the operator to best adapt to their taste and working conditions:

• SOFT version: flexible fader promoting responsiveness and speed
• FIRM version: fader with resistance for precise millimeter control

Finally, the design of our control surface allows the user to easily replace the faders, either for new ones or for customization.

True to our values, the design of the FINGER 8 has been made in such a way that it is easily repairable and its elements replaceable to guarantee a long life.

Designed and handmade in France with passion.