The VDB FCS-8 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 8 channels with trims (with end stops) on rotary potentiometers, dust-proof faders and PFLs. Need more channels? Check out the FCS-12 here.
The FCS-8 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.
It 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 8 channels of the FCS-8 make it particularly suited for bag use with the Sound Devices 833, on productions where the equipment must remain light and durable. The FCS-8 uses the MIDI MCU protocol, and is compatible with most DAWs for studio use.
Two Types of Fader Options
The VDB Finger Control Surface 8 is available in two versions, tailored to the fader resistance preferred by the operator to best suit their 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 our control surface allows users to easily replace the faders,
whether for new ones or to customize their setup. True to our values, the Finger 8 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-8 features
- 8 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
| Power |
Powered by the recorder via USB. Draws max. 120mA from the USB 5V power. |
| Connector |
USB type B. |
| Mounting points |
2x 1⁄4”, 20 screw holes |
| Dimensions |
196 x 200 x 43 mm (incl. faders) |
| Weight |
1kg |
| What’s in the box |
1x FINGER CONTROL SURFACE 8
1x USB-B to USB-C cable, black (1m)
1x velcro band |
