SSL UF1 Single-Fader DAW Control Surface

Product Description

If you want console-style DAW control in a compact footprint, look no further than the Solid State Logic UF1. A premium 100 mm motorized fader delivers smooth and precise control for writing automation, built-in transport controls, and a weighted jog wheel make it easy to navigate your DAW session, and dual high-resolution displays with rotary encoders provide extensive metering and control functions. Toggle between Master and Fader modes to instantly switch from global control to channel-level mixing. Plus, the UF1 integrates seamlessly with the SSL Meter plug-in (perpetual license included), providing real-time visual feedback. Best of all, you can expand your UF1 with additional UF8 or UC1 controllers to scale your setup from a single-channel strip control surface to a complete console-style layout.

MOTORIZED SSL FADER

The Solid State Logic UF1's 100 mm motorized fader allows you to balance tracks and write automation with the smoothness and precision of an SSL console. The high-resolution fader makes it easy to write natural volume automation, while its motorized action ensures perfect recall when you load a session and jump between tracks. Whether you’re riding a lead vocal track by hand or doing a quick balance pass on the whole mix, the Solid State Logic UF1 DAW control surface delivers impressive tactile fader control.

DEDICATED TRANSPORT CONTROLS

Navigate large sessions with confidence using the Solid State Logic UF1’s dedicated transport controls and weighted jog wheel. Play, record, stop, fast-forward, and rewind functions are intuitively laid out to be easily accessible at all times, while the jog wheel provides super-smooth scrubbing and shuttling. A programmable set of secondary transport keys provides additional flexibility, giving you the option to use your own workflow shortcuts, such as jumping between markers. UF1 is fully compatible with all major DAWs, including Pro Tools, Nuendo, Cubase, Logic, and more.

DUAL HIGH-RESOLUTION DISPLAYS

The Solid State Logic UF1 features two high-resolution color displays for visual feedback: one 4.3" TFT LCD display above the main section and a smaller display above the fader. The larger display shows track names, parameter values, timecode, and even integrates with the SSL Meter plug-in to display peak, RMS, and K-System levels, analog-style VU meters, PPM readings, and more. The smaller display handles secondary functions such as gate and compression activity, EQ curves, and plug-in parameters. Both screens update in real time, ensuring you always have eyes on the most important information.

MASTER MODE

Engaging Master Mode configures the UF1 to act like the center section of an SSL console when you need to "zoom out" and focus on the big picture. The fader controls the master bus level while the jog wheel lets you scroll through your session timeline, and the multifunction encoders allow you to tweak global mix parameters. This mode also brings up the SSL Meter plug-in on the large display so you can quickly monitor overall output levels and stereo balance without touching the mouse.

FADER MODE

In this mode, the Solid State Logic UF1 provides precise control at the channel level. The fader is assigned to whichever track is selected, the displays show the corresponding track name and plug-in settings, and the UF1’s multipurpose notched encoder switched to mouse wheel emulation for fine parameter adjustments. As you switch tracks, the motorized fader automatically jumps to the correct position and the displays update in real time. This mode is ideal for fine-tuning track levels and panning, writing automation, and hands-on plug-in control.

SSL METER PLUG-IN AND SSL 360° INTEGRATION

Every Solid State Logic UF1 control surface ships with a perpetual license for the SSL Meter plug-in, giving you comprehensive tools for monitoring peak and RMS levels, along with advanced meters including K-System, Lissajous phase scope, and 31-band RTA directly on the UF1 displays. SSL 360 software integration gives you tactile control over SSL 360°-enabled plug-ins like SSL Channel Strip 2 and 4K B, letting you adjust EQ, dynamics, and filter settings right from your desktop. With SSL Meter and SSL 360° support, the UF1 is much more than a control surface.

EXPAND UF1 WITH SSL UF8 AND UC1 CONTROLLERS

The Solid State Logic UF1 control surface is a perfect starting point for a system that can grow and adapt to your studio's evolving needs. Link an SSL UF8 via Ethernet or USB for eight extra motorized faders, or incorporate the SSL UC1 to add 12 dedicated channel select keys and an extra shuttle wheel for advanced navigation. All controllers operate within the SSL 360 software environment, offering synchronized DAW profiles, shared displays, and cross-unit automation. Whether you want a few more faders or a complete console-style control surface, the Solid State Logic UF1 is the perfect place to start.