Essential Information About the Pro Tools | Dock Control Surface
- Ultra-fast hybrid control: motorized fader + iPad for tactile operation via the "Avid Control" app.
- EUCON protocols for deep integration with Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Cubase, Nuendo, and more.
- Workflows inspired by the S6, combinable with the S3 surface for a modular and scalable setup.
- Studio ergonomics dedicated to editing/mixing: jog wheel, full transport, 8 touch-sensitive encoders, 10-segment meter.
S6 Expertise in a Compact and Affordable Format
Designed by Avid as the "little" brother of its high-end surfaces, Pro Tools | Dock condenses the essence of S6 workflows and the hybrid approach of the Artist | Control into a portable chassis. It offers studios, post-production facilities, and home studios a more accessible alternative without sacrificing command precision or EUCON integration.
Who Is It For? Editors, Mixers, and Creators Looking to Work Faster
Whether you're editing dialogue, automating music stems, or mixing for television, Dock provides direct access to critical DAW functions. Paired with an iPad, it transforms navigation, track selection, automation, and plugin management into natural gestures, reducing mouse/keyboard back-and-forth and speeding up every step of the workflow.
Touch Controls and EUCON Integration at the Heart of the Workflow
The touch-sensitive motorized fader delivers musical and precise level control, while the 8 pressure-sensitive touch encoders manage panoramas, sends, and plugin parameters with instant visual feedback. The jog wheel and dedicated transport section streamline scrubbing, shuttle, and locating.
Thanks to EUCON, Dock communicates deeply with major DAWs: access to soft keys, custom layouts, and advanced functions depending on the application. The "Avid Control" app on tablet extends display and editing via touchscreen for smarter contextual control. When paired with a Pro Tools | S3 surface, it deploys a modular mixing environment combining fader banks and custom touch control.
Technical Specifications
Control and Ergonomics
- Touch-sensitive motorized fader
- 8 touch-sensitive endless encoders with push-button function
- 10-segment level meter with Pre-Fader and Post-Fader options
- Jog wheel and transport section
Connectivity
- Ethernet port
- USB 2.0 port to power the tablet
- Footswitch connection via 6.3 mm Jack
Compatibility and Protocols
- DAW controller for iOS, Android, and Amazon Fire tablets
- Integration and extension of the free "Avid Control" tablet app
- Compatible with DAW software supporting the EUCON protocol
- Supports Avid Pro Tools 12.5 or higher, Apple Logic Pro X, Steinberg Cubase 8.5 and Nuendo 7.0 or higher, as well as other EUCON-compatible applications
Important Information
- Note: Tablet not included