Datasheet

Because S6 can be scaled both horizontally and vertically using an array of surface modules, you can configure it with the
modules you need now to fit your budget, with room to expand as your needs grow. Choose one of the pre-configured systems or
build your own. Here’s a look at the various modules and other hardware you can choose.
Master modules—The control surface engines
Master modules are the central hubs of your S6 surface. All surfaces must include a main engine, which
provides touchscreen access and control; you have a choice between two—S6 M40 or S6 M10. The S6
Automation Module complements both, providing controls for transport, automation, and more. Here’s a
closer look at these modules.
M40 vs. M10—The engine you choose dictates the total number of modules you can include in your
S6 and impacts its overall size and customizability. Choose the high-performance M40 for large-scale
productions that require maximum channels, high-resolution metering screens, and customizability, or the
more affordable M10 for productions that need to fit into smaller rooms and budgets.
Both feature a tilting 12.1-inch multipoint touchscreen, eight adjacent rotary encoders, and dedicated
knobs and keys for monitoring and global control, enabling you to view, access, and edit different aspects
of your mix—such as tracks, processing, and metering—without mousing through menus.
[IMAGE: M40]
Main engines S6 M40 S6 M10
Best for…
High-end professionals and facilities
that need great scalability and
customizability
Budget-conscious pros and
small- to mid-size facilities
Maximum number of modules 41 9
Maximum number of faders 64 24
Maximum knobs per channel 9 5
Number of simultaneous workstations supported 8 2
High-resolution S6 Display Module support Yes No
Configuration availability
Pre-configured
and custom
Pre-configured, with limited
customization
S6 Automation Module—This master module is included in all pre-configured systems, but is
an optional add when building your own S6 M40-based surface (though you’d probably want
one). It features a full transport control section (including a shuttle/jog wheel), focus fader,
automation control, color shortcut displays and switches, a numeric keypad, and more for writing
automation and navigating projects.
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