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Frontier Design AlphaTrack

USB DAW Control Surface with 100mm Touch-sensitive Fader, 3 Encoders, and 22 Assignable Knobs
Item ID: AlphaTrack
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Frontier Design AlphaTrack
Frontier Design AlphaTrack
Frontier Design AlphaTrack

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Why be stuck with just a keyboard and mouse when AlphaTrack gives you much more control over your mix? AlphaTrack combines a set of intuitive tactile controls in a compact and attractive package. Now you can ride a high-resolution fader, turn real knobs, scroll and shuttle with the touch of your fingers, all with a control surface that fits your desktop and the way you work. AlphaTrack lets you work more productively and creatively without giving up a lot of desktop space.

Frontier Design AlphaTrack at a Glance:
  • 100mm touch-sensitive fader with 10-bit resolution
  • Unique jog and shuttle strip
  • 22 customizable buttons
  • Simple USB computer connection

100mm touch-sensitive fader with 10-bit resolution
AlphaTrack includes a 100mm, touch-sensitive, motorized fader which provides true 10-bit resolution for smooth and precise level control. AlphaTrack also has three touch-sensitive encoders, a feature previously found only on high-end gear costing thousands of dollars. These let you adjust track and plug-in parameters while the 32-character backlit display shows detailed feedback in response to your touch. The encoders provide quick control of pans, sends, EQ, plug-ins, and automation.

Unique jog and shuttle strip
One of AlphaTrack's unique innovations is its touch-sensitive jog and shuttle strip. Slide one finger across its surface and your project's timeline scrolls in response. Drop a second finger onto the strip, and now your fingers control the timeline's shuttle speed. Zoom through your project with two fingers, then just lift one finger and slide to quickly set the precise position you want. And you can also just tap on the left or right ends of the strip to navigate through your project's markers!

22 customizable buttons
AlphaTrack also has a set of 22 buttons and 21 LEDs, including standard transport controls, per track record, solo, mute, and automation indication, and encoder mode control. When supported by the computer application, a set of buttons can also be customized with user-programmable functions.

Simple USB computer connection
AlphaTrack connects to your computer using just a single USB cable. This makes it portable, easy to connect, and compatible with laptops since no additional power supply is needed. AlphaTrack's back panel also includes a footswitch jack for easy punch-in recording. AlphaTrack works on Windows XP and Mac OS X (including Intel Macs).

Frontier Design AlphaTrack Features:
  • Optimized for fast, high-quality DAW mixing and editing in a small footprint
  • Intuitive, innovative, and powerful controls in an attractive package
  • 100mm touch-sensitive, high-resolution (true 10-bit positions) motorized fader
  • Three touch-sensitive encoders ... context-specific feedback appears on the 32-character backlit display
  • Innovative touch-sensitive jog and shuttle strip for fast timeline control
  • 22 buttons and 21 LED's for track-specific and global functions
  • Works with Pro Tools, SONAR, Cubase, Reason, Digital Performer, Nuendo, and other DAW software applications
  • Works on Windows XP and Mac OS X computers (Mac OS 10.3.9 or later), including Intel Macs
  • Footswitch input on back panel
  • No external power adapter required
  • Single USB connection and small size make it great for laptops!
Take control of your mix with the Frontier Design AlphaTrack!

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