Softube's Console 1 Channel MKIII the industry defining channel strip hardware. Featuring dual high-resolution smart screens, touch-sensitive Analog Feel knobs, & new Core Mixing Suite
0% Interest
Payment Plan
Don’t sell your soul to a creditor to get the gear you need. At AMS, we want to lower the barriers to create. That’s why we offer in-house 0% financing, and you don’t even have to open a new line of credit! Spread out payments on your credit card to simplify financing and avoid hefty late fees or service charges. Cost shouldn’t interfere with your creativity.
Earn rewards every time you shop at AMS. You'll collect points on eligible purchases that turn into promotional savings on future gear, with points typically available several days after your order ships. All you need is a free AMS account — no credit card, financing, or payment plan required.
The more you shop, the more you earn. Create a free account and start earning from your very first eligible purchase. Rewards are applied as a discount on future eligible purchases.
Earn points on eligible purchases with AMS Rewards and turn them into savings on future orders, no credit card required. You can apply points at checkout once they’re available.
OR
h m s
Compare
Compare! Here are all the serial numbers of this model we have in stock. Compare them all and select your favorite!
Opt in for Notifications on this product for the price drops, stock changes and promotions
Did you know AMS is the only music distributor with four distribution centers? And that means we can offer super-fast shipping on all your music products. Whether you don’t want the spark of inspiration to fade or you really need that replacement speaker before the next show, we have you covered anywhere in the U.S. And even better, it’s FREE!
You shouldn’t have to pay extra for a little peace of mind. When you purchase from AMS, you’ll get a free 12-month extended warranty to cover your purchase — and that’s in addition to any manufacturer’s warranties! Thousands of items in our catalog feature the “Gold Lock Extended Warranty,” so you can feel confident in your purchase.
45
Day return
Sometimes the gear on the computer screen seems like a better fit than when you actually get your hands on it. We understand, and that’s why AMS offers an industry-leading 45-day money-back guarantee. If you’re not happy with an item, you have a full month and a half to send it back! We don’t want to just sell you gear. We want to sell you the RIGHT gear — even if it takes a few tries.
0% Interest
Payment Plan
Don’t sell your soul to a creditor to get the gear you need. At AMS, we want to lower the barriers to create. That’s why we offer in-house 0% financing, and you don’t even have to open a new line of credit! Spread out payments on your credit card to simplify financing and avoid hefty late fees or service charges. Cost shouldn’t interfere with your creativity.
Minor Blemished Products are items that have been returned in excellent condition with very minor cosmetic blemishes, allowing you to get great gear at a discounted price. In fact, many times our customers have difficulty finding the minor blemishes at all! These products are 100% inspected and tested to guarantee functionality. They include all components, manuals and the full Manufacturer's warranty unless otherwise stated, along with the AMS 45-Day Money-Back Guarantee to ensure your satisfaction. Special offers, promotions and rebates may not apply. The following manufacturers do not offer a warranty on Minor Blemished products: Casio, Ampeg, Avalon, Chauvet, Electro-Voice, Epiphone, Gibson, Ibanez, Kramer, Mackie, Maestro, Mesa, Peavey, PreSonus, Steinberger, Tobias
There's mixing with a mouse, and then there's actually mixing. The Softube Console 1 Channel Mk III is built for producers who'd rather trust their hands and ears than squint at a tiny automation lane. It's a hardware control surface that puts legendary analog console sounds — from Solid State Logic to Chandler Limited — directly under your fingertips, complete with touch-sensitive knobs, dual smart screens, and a Core Mixing Suite that covers every stage of your signal chain.
Hands on the Knobs, Head in the Music
Mixing with a mouse is fine. Mixing with your hands is better. The Console 1 Channel Mk III is designed so that every physical control maps directly to a specific parameter — no awkward MIDI assignments, no hunting through menus. Gain is always gain. Ratio is always ratio. The dual high-resolution smart screens display exactly what you need, keeping your focus where it belongs: on the sound.
Touch-Sensitive Analog Feel Potentiometers: With over ten times the resolution of the previous generation, these knobs don't just feel premium — they feel analog, because the engineering behind them is anything but an afterthought.
Dual High-Resolution Smart Screens: Real-time visual feedback sits right on the hardware, so your eyes never have to leave the unit or wander back to a cluttered DAW window.
Direct Parameter Control: Each knob has one job and does it perfectly. No remapping, no compromises — just an intuitive layout that gets out of your way and lets you get on with the mix.
Console Sounds That Actually Earned the Name
Not every piece of gear that uses the word "console" deserves to. The Console 1 Channel Mk III earns it by delivering Softube's meticulously modeled emulations of the most sought-after desks in recording history. Solid State Logic, Tube-Tech, Chandler Limited, Summit Audio — the kind of gear you'd normally need a trust fund and a very understanding studio landlord to access. And because it arrives with a Nordic Night Sky finish, premium build quality, and dual USB-C ports for daisy chaining, it also happens to be the best-looking thing on your desk.
World-Renowned Console Emulations: Load up exacting models of legendary outboard gear from SSL, Tube-Tech, Chandler Limited, Empirical Labs, and more, each one capturing the character and color of the original hardware.
Core Mixing Suite Included: The included software bundle covers tape drive, FET compression, optical compression, bus processing, two distinct EQ types, and an innovative drive section — every tool you need from input to output.
Premium Nordic Night Sky Finish with Dual USB-C Ports: This isn't the kind of hardware you hide under a pile of cables. Connect multiple units seamlessly without a rats' nest of adapters or a dedicated IT department.
DAW Integration Without the Drama
The best hardware is the kind that disappears into your workflow. The Console 1 Channel Mk III integrates with all major DAWs without demanding a manual the size of a textbook. You get the tactile satisfaction of hands-on mixing with the flexibility and recall of working entirely in the box — a combination that used to require either serious compromise or serious cash.
Compatible with All Major DAWs: Logic, Pro Tools, Ableton, Studio One — the Console 1 Channel Mk III plays well with all of them, so switching platforms doesn't mean starting from scratch.
No Mapping Required: The hardware speaks your DAW's language straight out of the box, giving you immediate, reliable control without any of the frustrating setup rituals.
Focused, Efficient Workflow: With everything you need at arm's reach, you spend less time navigating and more time actually mixing — which is the whole point.
The Best Control Surface Is the One You Actually Use
The Softube Console 1 Channel Mk III isn't trying to replicate the experience of mixing on a full-size analog console. It's trying to improve on it. It gives you the tactile feedback, the sonic depth, and the intuitive layout of the world's most iconic studio hardware, packaged into something that fits on a real desk, in a real studio, being used by a real producer. If you've been putting off the move from mouse-based mixing, this is the hardware that finally makes the decision easy.
Softube Console 1 Channel Mk III Features:
Hardware control surface for the Console 1 Mixing System
Touch-sensitive Analog Feel potentiometers with 10× resolution improvement over the previous generation
Dual high-resolution smart screens for real-time parameter feedback
Dual USB-C ports for daisy chaining multiple Console 1 units
Direct, no-mapping control over tape/preamp, shape, EQ, compression, and drive
Compatible with all major DAWs
Console emulations from SSL, Tube-Tech, Chandler Limited, Summit Audio, Empirical Labs, and more
Includes Core Mixing Suite software (Tape/Preamp, Dynamic Shaper, Panner, Dual Dynamics, two EQ types, three compressor types, and drive section)
Dual sections for extended simultaneous control
Premium Nordic Night Sky finish with robust hardware construction
Integrates seamlessly with the full Console 1 Mixing System ecosystem
Softube Console 1 Channel Mk III Control Surface Specifications
Softube Console 1 Channel Mk III Control Surface Specifications
Product Specifications
Softube Console 1 Channel Mk III Control Surface Specifications
Connectivity: Dual USB-C ports
Daisy Chain Units: Yes
Power: Console 1 bus powered (USB-C), or powered by included power supply
Sections:
Tape/Preamp
Filters
Shape (Dual)
EQ (Dual)
Compressor (Dual)
Drive/Character
DAW Control:
Volume - Pan
Solo/Mute
6 Sends
Track Select
High Resolution Screens: 2 high resolution screens showing EQ and compressor curves, VU meter, and track information
LED Color: 51 RGB LEDs for track selection. White LEDs for knob read-out
Knobs: 27 touch sensitive high-resolution Analog Feel potentiometers
Mounting Options: 100 mm M4 VESA on the bottom. M4 threads on the sides
Construction: Anodized aluminum top, injection moulded smooth sides and back with integrated connectivity points
Dimensions (W x H x D): 435 x 45 x 219 mm / 17.1" x 1.77" x 8.66"
Weight: 1,80 kg / 3.96 lbs
Frequently Asked Questions
The Console 1 Channel Mk III works with all major DAWs, including Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, and Studio One. No complex mapping is required. It integrates out of the box and gets straight to work.
It comes bundled with the new Core Mixing Suite, which includes Tape/Preamp, FET Compressor Mk II, Opto Compressor, Bus Compressor, two EQ types, a Dynamic Shaper, and a Drive section. It's a comprehensive, production-ready channel strip from day one.
The Mk III adds touch-sensitive Analog Feel potentiometers with over ten times the resolution of the Mk II, dual high-resolution smart screens, dual USB-C ports for daisy chaining, and an updated dual-section layout. It's a meaningful generational upgrade, not just a cosmetic refresh.
Yes, the dual USB-C ports allow you to connect multiple Console 1 units in a chain, expanding your hands-on control across more channels simultaneously. It's a clean, straightforward way to scale up your setup.
If you mix regularly and want to move away from mouse-based workflows, it's one of the most practical investments you can make. The included software alone covers a full professional signal chain, and the hardware pays for itself quickly in speed, accuracy, and the sheer enjoyment of actually mixing with your hands.
