Blackmagic Design Fairlight Live Audio Panel 10 Desktop Control Surface

Overview

The Blackmagic Design Fairlight Live Audio Panel 10 Desktop Control Surface is a professional live audio mixing controller designed to deliver fast, tactile, and highly responsive operation for Fairlight Live productions. Purpose-built for broadcast environments, live performances, streaming productions, and studio installations, this compact desktop control surface combines 10 motorized faders, contextual controls, and a large 11.6" Full HD touchscreen into an efficient workflow solution for precise real-time audio management. The integrated touchscreen provides immediate access to channel strips, EQ settings, dynamics, plug-ins, metering, and routing controls, allowing engineers to monitor and adjust complex audio mixes with speed and accuracy.

Despite its compact desktop footprint, the Fairlight Live Audio Panel 10 delivers extensive operational depth with dedicated controls for layers, busses, matrix routing, aux sends, VCAs, submasters, snapshots, cues, and talkback functions. Designed for mission-critical live productions, the panel includes redundant AC and DC power options, integrated talkback functionality, professional XLR connectivity, dual 10G 2110 IP ports, HDMI audio/video support, and support for video input resolutions up to 4K60. A copy of Fairlight Live software is also included, providing a complete professional live audio control solution out of the box.

Core Features

• Features 10 precision motorized faders for responsive and accurate live audio mixing control.
• Equipped with 10 multifunction rotary knobs with LED ring indicators for parameter adjustments.
• Large 11.6" 1080p touchscreen provides direct access to channel strips, EQ, dynamics, and plug-in interfaces.
• Supports comprehensive Fairlight Live workflows including layers, matrix routing, aux sends, VCAs, and submasters.
• Dedicated keypads provide rapid access to snapshots, cues, master controls, global settings, and talkback functions.
• Integrated talkback microphone and headset connectivity support flexible communication workflows during live productions.
• Includes dual 10G 2110 IP ports for professional video and audio networking integration.
• Supports HDMI audio/video connectivity with video input support up to 4K60.
• Offers redundant AC and 12 VDC power inputs for improved reliability during critical broadcasts and live events.
• Compact desktop design is suitable for home studios, mobile production setups, control rooms, and small live suites.

Advanced Mixing Workflow

The Fairlight Live Audio Panel 10 is engineered for fast-paced live production environments where immediate access to controls is essential. Dedicated buttons for select, solo, mute, channel focus, and contextual parameter adjustment allow operators to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining precise control over complex mixes.

Integrated Talkback System

The panel includes extensive talkback functionality for live production coordination. Users can communicate through the integrated talkback microphone, external microphones, or compatible 5-pin XLR headsets. Talkback routing supports direct channel communication, group communication, or global broadcasts, with support for up to four configurable talkback groups.

Professional Connectivity

Extensive connectivity options allow seamless integration into modern broadcast and production infrastructures. The panel includes professional XLR audio connections, USB-C, HDMI, Ethernet networking, front and rear headphone outputs, and dual 10G 2110 IP ports for high-bandwidth audio and video workflows.

Reliable Broadcast Operation

Designed for demanding live production applications, the Fairlight Live Audio Panel 10 features redundant power input options with both universal AC and 12 VDC support to help maintain uninterrupted operation during broadcasts, live events, and mission-critical productions.