Softube, makers of hardware and software, has announced an update to their software.
The new v2.4.29 includes some fixes for Studio One users of Console 1, in the release information Softube say the following;
The Console 1 Fader includes two analog console emulations (Tube and Discrete), and is compatible with Softube’s Console 1 expansions, such as American Class A, British Class A, and SSL XL 9000 K-Series. The Console 1 Fader is a great way to achieve an authentic mixed-on-a-console experience in the box.
- May 24, 2018 Voila', there it was, the bad ZERO next to my Console 1 plugin. Sheesh, I have gone back and forth with Softube for about a week and half on this, and PreSonus was little help as well, and THIS did the trick! Dang, and thanks! Hopefully this will get to PreSonus to fix in Studio One 4, although the Console 1 plug in was the only one I was.
- Softube Console 1 Mk 2. Special offer Including Softube British Class A Channel. What the heck. I've been running a home studio for a couple of decades and I used to work in a music store, here in Edinburgh and so I thought I knew all there was to mixing on proper analogue desks. We are all so lucky to have access to.
- Console 1: Fixed a crash when running Studio One in low latency mode.
- Console 1: Fixed issue with mono meters in Studio One when panning.
Softube Console 1 Mk2
There are many other fixes for those using Softube plug-ins. Here is the complete list.
Features and Fixes:
- New product: Buchla 259e for Modular
- Improved the time it takes to open the GUI for plug-ins with lots of graphics.
- Tape: Added some missing automation highlights for Pro Tools.
- Vintage Amp Room: Fixed an issue where the mic movement was slightly wrong.
- Console 1: DAW integration for Cockos REAPER.
- Console 1: Added option to turn off accelerated knob movement.
- Console 1: Fixed a crash when running Studio One in low latency mode.
- Console 1: Fixed issue with mono meters in Studio One when panning.
- Console 1: Fixed a bug where the Low Peak/Shelf parameter on UAD Harrison 32C EQ was reversed. Warning: will affect saved projects.
- OpenGL graphics acceleration is now enabled by default.
- OpenGL: Added global preferences for OpenGL settings for all plug-ins. The Console 1 plug-in has a separate OpenGL preference for the On-Screen Display.
- Console 1: Fixed issue with faulty settings for the FFT that could make the FFT disappear or freeze.
- Console 1: Fixed a GUI update bug which caused CPU spikes in Integrated DAW Control mode.
- Reaper: Fixed stuttering when using VST3 plugins.
Known Issues:
- Graphics glitches in Reaper on first instantiation of Console 1 when using OpenGL on some machines.
- Graphics glitches in Cubase when batch instantiating Console 1.
- Workaround in both cases is to open and close the GUI.
Users should check their Softube installers for the latest version.
Softube's Console 1 is a remarkable piece of hardware that gives you hands-on control over almost any DAW project as well as pre-mapped access to over 70 plug-ins by Softube and Universal Audio. So what exactly can it do for you? In this in-depth video from Consordini Musical Instruments, you'll get a full overview of the key features of Console 1.
Walking through the various modes and features of the hardware, you'll learn how the hardware and software interact to dramatically improve your workflow and productivity. Some of the highlights include the following:
Softube Console 1 Studio One 4 Prime
- Analog-modeled EQ/Compression/Saturation/Dynamic Shape plug-in with hardware controller
- Gives you the feel of mixing on an analog console, with the flexibility of a plug-in
- Controller gives you visual indication of every parameter's settings
Plug-in gives you 4-band EQ, compression, saturation, and transient shaping - Every plug-in parameter is directly controllable from the hardware
Software mixer gives you control over input gain, volume, pan, mute, and solo for each channel - Compressors support sidechain and parallel compression
- Allows you to insert other Softube plug-ins for sonic variety
To learn more about Softube and mixing techniques, why not check out the pro video courses focussed on mixing skills in the Ask.Audio Academy.