{"id":24900,"date":"2026-07-10T14:33:43","date_gmt":"2026-07-10T12:33:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/?p=24900"},"modified":"2026-07-10T14:33:43","modified_gmt":"2026-07-10T12:33:43","slug":"fairlight-live-1-0-released-by-blackmagic-design","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/blog\/2026\/07\/10\/fairlight-live-1-0-released-by-blackmagic-design\/","title":{"rendered":"Fairlight Live 1.0 Released by Blackmagic Design"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Blackmagic Design are pleased to announce the release of Fairlight Live. This release is available at no charge from our support web site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.blackmagicdesign.com\/support\/family\/davinci-resolve-and-fusion\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">www.blackmagicdesign.com\/support\/family\/davinci-resolve-and-fusion<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What&#8217;s New in Fairlight Live<\/strong><br \/>The following features have been added or updated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Key Features<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Full featured software based broadcast mixer for high end live audio.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supports hundreds of channels with wide format and complex mixes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supports mono, stereo, LCR, 5.1 surround, immersive and ASAF.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Optimized low latency operation on both macOS and Windows.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flexible redundancy with user configurable multiple fail safe levels.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Direct ATEM connectivity via USB with automatic template support.\u00b6<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supports standalone use, Fairlight Live panels, or MCU consoles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compatible with Core Audio, ASIO and 2110 interfaces.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Native support for surround, immersive and spatial audio workflows.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Snapshots save mixer state for recall during live performances.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Virtual Sound Check ISO recording for rehearsal and calibration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dedicated Cue Player for sound effects and stingers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>MIDI cues to trigger external hardware such as lighting etc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dedicated Cue Player for MIDI cues to external hardware.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extensive integration for Native, AU and VST plugins.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dedicated support for remote iOS and Android tablet controllers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Broadcast and System Features<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Optimized for live broadcast and live production reliability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>On Air mode prevents accidental control changes during live feeds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Direct routing, audio I\/O and AFV control to ATEM via USB.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Audio Follow Video syncs audio fades with video switcher transitions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mix Minus busses removes commentator voices from return feeds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extend on talkback to maintain communication during specific cues.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dual operation permits simultaneous physical and remote control.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Customizable actions and programmable GPI\/O for external triggers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A\/B input for quick selection of an alternative redundant input.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Backup processor mode for fail safe hardware redundancy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Internal signal generator for calibration and testing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bus Types<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Support for dozens of main output mixes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sub mix groups via direct patch and post fader.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aux mix groups pre and post fader with level and pan controls.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Full mix minus support for talkback groups.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Channel Strip and Processing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A\/B input selection, remote gain, source patching and overall levels.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Integrated compressor, gate or expander and limiter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dedicated and integrated 6 band equalization interface per channel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High resolution level and dynamics metering displays.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dedicated Fader, Pan, Select, Mute and Solo controls.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Integrated 1D, 2D and 2D panner with immersive workflow support.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mono style power meters for ambisonic channel level indication.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support for 4 plugins, plus ChainFX for up to 24 slots per channel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fader flip control to reassign fader hardware to aux sends or gain.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spill control to expand grouped channels across fader banks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Input management of gain and delay for lip sync.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>VCA groups for single fader control of multiple channels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Monitoring and Solo Logic<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>PFL and AFL monitoring signals before or after the fader.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hybrid and Backstop PFL for advanced soloing from fader positions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Solo Inject and Outs allow dedicated routing for engineer monitoring.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Routing and Mixing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Auxes and subs routing for independent monitor mixes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Secondary dialogs for level, pan and pre and post fader switching.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Solo and Mute immediate channel isolation or silencing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Camera number selection for Audio Follows Video automation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Studio and control room monitoring support.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Loudness meters and system status controls.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Channel Layout and UI<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visual channel identifiers include color, number and custom naming.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Full channel index list for renaming, reformatting and rearranging.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inspector for audio parameter controls including ASAF controls.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High visibility meter bridge overview of all signal levels.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Signal level meters including power meters for immersive audio.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Talkback<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Extensive and versatile talkback functionality.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Integrated talkback communication routing for talent or crew.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Talk direct to any channel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mix Minus for quick instantiation and removal of clean feed busses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Status indicators for four independent talkback groups.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Four Operational Modes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Primary mode for normal mixer operation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Failsafe offers backup and redundancy with 2nd machine support.^<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prep mode for offline creation of shows and reconfiguration offsite.^<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remote mode permits dual operators with segmented controls.^<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-extra-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Footnotes:<\/strong><br \/>^ These operational modes are not included in this version.<br \/>\u00b6 ATEM support is not enabled for Fairlight Live in Windows ARM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Minimum System Requirements for macOS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>macOS 15 Sequoia or later.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>8 GB of system memory.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apple Silicon based computer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Minimum System Requirements for Windows<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Windows 10 Creators Update.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>8 GB of system memory.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-extra-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Peter Chamberlain, DaVinci Resolve Product Manager<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Blackmagic Design are pleased to announce the release of Fairlight Live. This release is available at no charge from our support web site. www.blackmagicdesign.com\/support\/family\/davinci-resolve-and-fusion What&#8217;s New in Fairlight LiveThe following features have been added or updated. Key Features Broadcast and System Features Bus Types Channel Strip and Processing Monitoring and Solo Logic Routing and Mixing&hellip; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/blog\/2026\/07\/10\/fairlight-live-1-0-released-by-blackmagic-design\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Fairlight Live 1.0 Released by Blackmagic Design<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":24692,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_feature_clip_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false},"categories":[213],"tags":[189],"class_list":["post-24900","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-hardware-software","tag-blackmagic","entry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/FairlightLive.jpg?fit=600%2C328&ssl=1","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24900","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=24900"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24900\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":24901,"href":"https:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24900\/revisions\/24901"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/24692"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=24900"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=24900"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=24900"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}