Details
FIT is the ultimate hands-on control unit for the Waves eMotion LV1 live software mixer. This device has been co-engineered by Waves Audio and expert MIDI control manufacturer MIDIPLUS to offer live sound engineers intuitive tactile control of the world’s best live software mixer.
Waves FIT’s quick and efficient operation is made possible with 16+1 motorized faders, each featuring a bright display, as well as common controls like Mute, Solo, Select, and a multi-function rotary control.
Fader layers offer dedicated 1-8 layer switches for toggling between the 8 factory or custom layers in the Waves eMotion LV1 Live Mixer. 16 rotary controls can be set to control preamp gain or pan per channel with their label shown in the display, and the 16 Select channel toggles can be set to ‘USER’ mode to provide easy access to Mute Groups and user-assignable keys with their text labels displayed.
This versatile device also offers a Tap Tempo pad, a Touch & Turn knob for controlling any eMotion LV1 parameter. Additionally, common LV1 functions and modes can be controlled from the UTILITY section, where some of the controlled functions can be customized by the user.
FIT weighs only 9.43 lbs and can be fitted with rack ears into a 19” 7U rack space. The device’s rear connections include a USB B for computer connection, 12V 2A DC power input, and two 5v 0.5A USB outlets for LED lighting.
- Fully integrated with the eMotion LV1 mixer (sold separately)
- 16+1 touch-sensitive 100mm motorised faders 16+1 bright strip displays
- 16+1 clickable rotary encoders
- 8 fader layer selectors
- Tap tempo pad
- Touch & Turn knob for controlling any eMotion LV1 parameter
- 2 USB LED light ports
- USB 2.0 connectivity
- Fits in a 19” 7U rack space
Enjoy the Best of Both Worlds
FIT’s 16+1 motorised 100 mm faders and 16+1 rotary encoders combine hardware’s hands-on immediacy with all the benefits of the world’s premier software-based live sound mixer. Control your mix with a smooth, tactile feel.
Ideal for the Road, and Any Venue
FIT weighs only 9.43 pounds—place it flat, or use the included rack ears to mount FIT in a 7U rack space. And in darkened clubs, you’ll appreciate the bright, high-resolution scribble displays and dual USB outlets for LED lighting.
Perfect Physical and Visual Integration
FIT extends the eMotion LV1’s digital workflow to the tactile world, and lines up fader-for-fader with the on-screen LV1 interface. Now it’s easier than ever to navigate, operate, and make the most out of the LV1 software.
Combine Two FITs for 32+2 Tactile Faders
Expand your control even further with two FIT controllers connected to your eMotion LV1 mixer—for a total of 32+2 physical faders and encoders. The two FITs can be used in tandem on the same LV1 mix layer, or independently on different mix layers.
Instant Access to Crucial Parameters
FIT provides instant control of your LV1 faders, channel parameters, plugin settings, FX sends, and monitor mixes. Even better, the high-quality construction delivers a solid feel for fast, efficient control for live sound mixing.
Utility Functions at Your Fingertips
Take advantage of utility functions to access some of the LV1’s most important operations, with precise tactile control: Toggle rotary mode, create a new scene, flip to custom layer, flip aux sends, and even enable spill mode.
Go Beyond FIT’s Physical Faders
8 switches toggle among the LV1’s fader layers, to access any channel instantly. And, FIT’s 16 multifunction rotary encoders control preamp gain or pan for each channel, with individual labels shown on the bright, hi-res display.
Extras for Smoother Workflow
Sync rhythmic effects with the Tap Tempo pad. Gain fast, easy access to mute groups and user-assignable keys. Map any eMotion LV1 parameter to the versatile touch-and-turn knob, for a truly customised live mix workflow.
Pro Tools, Logic, Ableton & Cubase-Ready
With HUI/Mackie compatibility, FIT can also control Pro Tools, Logic, Ableton Live, and Cubase. Four custom, DAW-specific plastic overlays show the FIT knob mappings to specific DAW parameters (Overlays available separately SKU#WVES_MDPLFT-DAWOVERLAYS)
Typical eMotion LV1 Setup with the FIT Controller
An eMotion LV1 system consists of at least the following:
- Host computer: Controls the eMotion LV1 mixer as well as the SoundGrid network that connects all devices. The eMotion LV1 application is located on this computer, as are your plugins and preset files. eMotion LV1 runs on both Mac and Windows and supports multiple displays
- SoundGrid server: This is where your plugins are being processed. The power of the server has direct impact on the number of plugin instances you can run
- At least one SoundGrid I/O: Ranging from 2-channel preamps to multiple 128-channel audio interfaces (such as the DiGiGrid MGB/MGO SoundGrid-to-MADI I/Os). All I/O devices are connected to the SoundGrid network via Ethernet
SoundGrid-compatible 1Gb Ethernet switch: Links the host computer, the server, and all I/O devices - Waves FIT control surface
