Blackmagic Design Fairlight Live Audio Panel 20 Desktop Control Surface

Overview

The Blackmagic Design Fairlight Live Audio Panel 20 Desktop Control Surface is a professional live audio mixing controller engineered for mid-size broadcast environments, live productions, streaming applications, and advanced studio workflows using Fairlight Live. Expanding on the compact Audio Panel 10 design, this larger desktop control surface integrates 20 motorized faders, dual 11.6" Full HD touchscreens, extensive contextual controls, and comprehensive talkback functionality into a highly capable live production solution. The dual touchscreen configuration provides significantly enhanced visibility and workflow efficiency for productions with larger channel counts, allowing operators to simultaneously monitor channel strips, metering, EQ, dynamics, routing, and plug-in interfaces without excessive menu navigation.

Designed for demanding live production environments, the Fairlight Live Audio Panel 20 provides deep tactile control over layers, busses, matrix routing, aux sends, VCAs, submasters, snapshots, cue playback, and global system functions. Dedicated control sections streamline operation during high-pressure productions while maintaining rapid access to critical audio functions. The panel also includes professional-grade connectivity with dual 10G 2110 IP ports, HDMI audio/video support, USB-C connectivity, XLR talkback and monitoring interfaces, and redundant dual AC power inputs for reliable operation during mission-critical broadcasts and events. A copy of Fairlight Live software is included, making this a complete professional live audio control platform.

Core Features

• Features 20 motorized faders for precise tactile control of complex live audio productions.
• Dual 11.6" Full HD touchscreens provide expanded monitoring and control for larger channel counts.
• Includes 20 multifunction rotary knobs with LED ring indicators for rapid parameter adjustments.
• Supports advanced Fairlight Live workflows including layers, busses, matrix routing, aux sends, VCAs, and submasters.
• Dedicated keypads allow fast access to snapshots, cue playback, master controls, and talkback settings.
• Integrated talkback microphone and headset connectivity support professional production communication workflows.
• Dual 10G 2110 IP Ethernet ports support modern broadcast video and audio networking infrastructures.
• Supports HDMI audio/video connectivity with video input resolutions up to 4K60.
• Dual redundant IEC AC power inputs provide improved reliability during critical productions.
• Desktop form factor delivers high channel-count control without excessive space requirements.

Enhanced Dual-Screen Workflow

The dual integrated 11.6" 1080p touchscreens provide significantly greater workspace visibility for larger productions and more demanding live mixes. Engineers can simultaneously monitor multiple channel strips, EQ curves, dynamics processing, routing configurations, and plug-in interfaces while maintaining rapid access to critical controls during live operation.

Comprehensive Live Mixing Controls

The Fairlight Live Audio Panel 20 is designed for fast and intuitive live operation with dedicated select, solo, mute, channel focus, cue, snapshot, and global control sections. Contextual rotary controls and buttons dynamically adapt to the active workflow, allowing operators to manage complex productions with speed and precision.

Professional Talkback Integration

Integrated talkback functionality supports professional communication workflows during live productions. Users can communicate using the integrated microphone, external XLR microphones, or compatible 5-pin XLR headsets. The system supports up to four configurable talkback groups with flexible routing options including direct channel communication and global broadcast functions.

Broadcast-Ready Connectivity

Extensive onboard connectivity allows seamless integration into modern production environments. The panel features professional XLR audio interfaces, USB-C connectivity, HDMI audio/video support, front and rear headphone outputs, dedicated control networking, and dual 10G 2110 IP ports for high-bandwidth audio and video integration.

Reliable Redundant Power Design

For critical live productions and broadcast environments, the Fairlight Live Audio Panel 20 incorporates dual redundant IEC AC power inputs to help safeguard against unexpected power interruptions during operation.