Console 1 Compact
The industry-defining control surface – adapted for all spaces.
Get The ultimate Flow experience.
Stay in your creative state with hands-on control.
A smaller footprint – anywhere
Console 1’s award-winning workflow concept in a smaller format
Even more big studio feel
Touch-sensitive Analog Feel™ potentiometers and updated design with the same robust build
Even more big studio sound
Includes our idea of the perfect channel strip, also expandable with plug-ins & channel strips from Weiss, Chandler, SSL & more
Twist a knob – or two. Before you know it, a new idea is alive and kicking, and your track just got closer to perfection. Put inspiration front and center with Flow® Studio.
Vocal Enhancer
Bring vocals to life in seconds with reverb, delay, compression, EQ & more.
Bus Sweetener
Get the broad strokes with quick tonal tweaks to guitars, keys & backing vocals.
Guitar Amp Controller
Capture the perfect tone with amp & cab selection and moveable mics.
Drum Bus Glue
Dial in cohesive rhythm tracks as the perfect foundation for your melodies.
Creative FX & more
Saturate. Layer. Widen. Get your hands dirty & shape your sound.
Meet Flow® Studio
With a small footprint perfect for every studio.
1
Immersive 4.3-inch high-resolution display
From metering to EQ curves to inspiring graphics and visualizations that keep you focused on your music.
2
Touch-sensitive Analog Feel knobs
They feel analog because they are. Control effects & more with a high-end, pro audio gear feel.
3
Omni Knob
The big knob at the heart of the unit has two main uses: scrolling through lists and affecting sound & volume.
4
Contextual multicolored LED lights
Bright RGB LEDs that change color with the screen view to ensure you always know exactly what you’re controlling.
5
Premium build
Robust anodized aluminum casing for high-end gear feel.
Three modes, three ways to accelerate your workflow.
Go from DAW control to macro control at the push of a button.
DAW Mode
Control levels, pan & sends, right out of the box. No mapping required.
Flow Mode
Transform your sound instantly with macro controls. Go from a dry track to ear candy at the turn of a knob.
Detail Mode
Want to go deeper? Use Detail Mode to adjust each parameter of your favorite Softube plug-ins directly from the hardware.
Single Unit Stand
Mount Flow Studio, Channel Mk III, or Fader Mk III at the perfect angle for a seamless system and clean look.
What's in the box?
• Flow® Studio
• Flow® Studio Suite software with 25 Softube plug-ins as perpetual licenses: compressors, EQs, reverbs, delays, tape & saturation processors, vocal tuning, and more. See the full list of plug-ins included below.
• Flow® Mixing Suite plug-in – no subscription required
• 2-meter USB C – USB C cable
• Four M4 screws for VESA mounting
Frequently Asked Questions & Useful links
What is Flow® Studio and what does it do?
Flow Studio is a hardware controller that controls the Softube Flow® Mixing & Mastering Suite plug-ins. It gives you hands-on control over macros within the Flow plug-ins for fast, broad-stroke mixing and producing. It comes with perpetual licenses for 25 included effects, and over 100 Flows, or signal chains, to get you going.
Do I need a subscription to use Flow® Studio?
No, no subscription is required to use Flow Studio. It’s fully functioning and totally inspiring all on its own. However, there are big benefits for Flow Suites subscribers. Flow Studio and Flow Suites work together seamlessly. And, adding an optional subscription of Flow Mixing or Complete Suite, unlocks up to 145 additional signal chain Flows and 65+ plug-ins. Learn more about Flow subscriptions
Can I control Flow Mastering Suite with Flow® Studio?
Yes, you can control Flow Mastering Suite with Flow Studio, but you need to own all plug-ins in at least one Flow Mastering Suite Flow to do so. Visit Flow Mastering Suite to learn more
I subscribe to a Flow subscription. Can I use the included plug-ins with Flow® Studio?
Yes! You can use the plug-ins included in your Flow subscription with the Flow Studio hardware.
How does Flow® Studio integrate with Console 1 Mixing System?
Flow Studio does not integrate directly with the Console 1 Mixing System, but it is a great companion. Working with Console 1 and Flow Studio in tandem, but independently, you’ll gain time-saving adjustment options, and effects that are loadable in Console 1.
I own Softube plug-ins. Are they compatible with Flow® Studio?
Yes! Softube plug-ins are compatible with Flow Studio. The more you own, the better your experience gets. Visit Flow Mixing Suite to learn more
Can I create my own signal chains and macros to be controlled by Flow® Studio?
Yes! You can create Flows, save them, and even share them with friends. Visit Flow Mixing Suite to learn more
Does the Flow® Studio hardware come with the Flow Mixing Suite subscription?
No, Flow Studio does not come with an included subscription, nor is one required. However, Flow Studio does come with the Flow Mixing Suite plug-in included, which is used to process the audio. Learn more about Flow Mixing Suite
Which DAWs are compatible with Flow® Studio?
Flow Studio works with all major DAWs giving you control of output levels, solo, mute, pan, sends – right out of the box. No mapping required. Compatible DAWs include Pro Tools, Logic, Ableton Live, Cubase, Fender Studio Pro (Studio One), LUNA, Reaper, FL Studio, Nuendo, Bitwig Studio, Digital Performer, Cakewalk, and Samplitude. Learn more about DAW compatibility
Dimensions & specs
Flow® Studio Tech Specs
Start planning for the perfect addition to your desktop.
Dimensions (milimeters & inches)
• Width 144 mm / 5.67”
• Depth 217 mm / 8.54”
• Height 42 mm / 1.65”
Boxed unit dimensions:
• Width 165 mm / 6.50”
• Depth 225 mm / 8.86”
• Height 73 mm / 2.87”
• Depth 217 mm / 8.54”
• Height 42 mm / 1.65”
Boxed unit dimensions:
• Width 165 mm / 6.50”
• Depth 225 mm / 8.86”
• Height 73 mm / 2.87”
Weight (kilograms & pounds)
0,66 kg / 1.46 lbs (Boxed unit weight: 0,84 kg / 1.85 lbs)
Power & Connectivity
USB-C
DAW Control
• Volume
• Pan
• Solo/Mute
• 6 Sends
• Track Select
• Pan
• Solo/Mute
• 6 Sends
• Track Select
Display
4.3-inch high-resolution IPS screen
Knobs & LEDs
5 touch-sensitive high-resolution Analog Feel knobs with RGB LEDs
Buttons
9 buttons with RGB LEDs + Shift button for a second layer of control
Mounting Options
• M4 threads on the sides for use with our Single Unit Stand. Learn more
• 100 mm M4 threads on the bottom for VESA mounting
• 100 mm M4 threads on the bottom for VESA mounting
Construction
Anodized aluminum top, injection-moulded smooth sides and back with integrated connectivity points
Included Cable
2-meter USB-C to USB-C braided
Expandability
Uniform sizing that supports compatibility with Console 1 Channel Mk III and Console 1 Fader Mk III
System Requirements
- macOS Sonoma 14, Sequoia 15, Tahoe 26
- Windows 10 (64-bit), Windows 11
- Softube account
- iLok account
- Computer with AU, VST, VST3 and/or AAX compatible DAW host software.
- Hardware: Do not use the VST2 version of the Flow Mixing Suite plug-in when using the Flow Studio hardware. The Flow Mixing Suite plug-in supports the following formats: VST3, AU (Logic Pro), and AAX (Pro Tools)
- Internet access (for downloading installers and managing licenses)
Read full System Requirements and our Terms and Conditions