VDB FCS-12 Control Surface

The VDB FCS-12 Finger Control Surface for Sound Devices 8-Series Mixers is a compact USB controller designed for the most demanding productions, thanks to its aluminium and PA-12 nylon chassis. It has 12 channels with trims (with end stops) on rotary potentiometers, dust-proof faders and PFLs. Need a smaller option? Check out the FCS-8 here.

The interface has dedicated commands for record, stop, slate mic and a shortcut for arming and disarming individual tracks. PFL and Arm status for all tracks, Rec/Stop, and Slate mic status are displayed using LEDs on the front panel of the controller.

The VDB FCS-12 Controller also offers a rotary master fader, that can be mapped to any bus or output of the 8-Series Mixer-Recorder, and 5 custom buttons that can be assigned to various functions including Com Send/Returns, Circle/false take, or assigning faders to buses or outs.

The 12 channels of the VDB FCS-12 make it particularly suited for bag use with the Sound Devices 888 or Scorpio, on productions where the 12 available tracks are necessary. The VDB FCS-12 uses the MIDI MCU protocol, and is compatible with most DAWs for studio use.

Two Fader Type Options

The Finger Control Surface 12 is available in two versions, tailored to the fader resistance preferred by the operator to best suit his or her preferences and working conditions:
- Soft version: Smooth faders designed for responsiveness and speed
- Firm version: Faders with resistance for precise, fine-tuned control

Additionally, the design of the FCS-12 control surface allows users to easily replace the faders, whether for new ones or to customize their setup. True to VDB's values, the Finger 12 has been designed to be easily repairable and its components replaceable to ensure an extended lifespan. Designed and hand-manufactured in France with passion.

VDB FCS-12 Features

• 12 channels, with trim, fader PFL
• 2 types of faders available (soft/firm)
• Dedicated Rec, Stop, Arm and Slate mic commands
• 5 mappable commands and master fader
• Compact, sturdy design with dust-proof faders
• Powered by the recorder via USB

VDB FCS-8 Specifications