Slate Media Technology RAVEN MTi2, Multi-Touch Production Console Slate Media Technology

RAVEN MTi2, Multi-Touch Production Console
By Slate Media Technology

In the past decade, the technological revolution has transformed audio into a medium that is produced and delivered in the digital domain. Powerful Digital Audio Workstations have transferred the entire recording studio into a virtual environment where all elements of the studio appear conveniently on a computer screen. But what has been lacking with the modern digital studio, is the same powerful workflow as what was accomplished on tactile mixing consoles. So back in 2012, Slate Media Technology came up with a solution. If the entire production studio was on a computer screen, why not turn the actual computer screen INTO a world class control surface? And the RAVEN series of Multi-Touch consoles was born. Soon the RAVEN would be the preferred control surfaces of major studios, engineers, producers, artists, and educational institutions like Mark Needham, Terry Lewis, Will.i.am, Jimmy Douglass, Snoop Dogg, Steve Aoki, Full Sail University, and SAE.

We are proud to offer the newest addition to the RAVEN series, the MTi2. The MTi2 has all of the powerful features of its predecessors, but at a cost that is the same as most regular high end 27” computer monitors!

Overview
The RAVEN MTi2 is a state of the art 27” Multi-Touch Production Console featuring a state of the art multi-touch panel and the powerful new RAVEN 3.0 Control Software. Using the RAVEN MTi2, users have access to multi-touch faders, pans, sends, and tweak plugins with their fingers as if they were real hardware. The RAVEN 3.0 Control Software also features a user-customizable multifunction TOOLBAR and the award winning BATCH COMMAND SYSTEM, a powerful automated task application that will save audio engineers hours per day by cutting out tedious technical tasks.

RAVEN 3.0
With the introduction of RAVEN 3.0, we have taken the already game-changing RAVEN software to a new level by adding compatibility with EVERY MAJOR DAW.

RAVEN 3.0 now adds customized multi-touch control of Ableton Live, Cubase/Nuendo, Digital Performer, Logic Pro X, Protools 10-12, and Studio One V3 on Mac as well as PC compatibility for Protools 10-12, Cubase 8-9 and Nuendo 7. The 3.0 update demonstrates exactly why the RAVEN is so groundbreaking: through real time interaction we have the ability to code our way to any fix or enhancement, and RAVEN has continued to evolve.

Faders 3.0

FADERS 3.0 are our newest multi-touch faders that allow the most precise control of your DAW faders. By integrating multi-touch 100mm virtual faders directly into each DAW, the engineer has seamless control over mix levels and automation. The new 3.0 algorithm gives the faders a virtual ‘feel’ that allows an intuitive feeling action that is comfortable and even fun to use. And for the most critical automation, FINE FADER mode can quadruple the resolution of the faders so you can get even the most minute moves down in the first pass with ease and perfection.

The RAVEN Toolbar

In Toolbar mode, the RAVEN Toolbar is anchored directly in front of your hands at the base of the touch display. Your DAW controls are where you want them: Transport, Edit/Mix window selector – convenient tools for tracking too, like Record Looping, Click, Create Group, and Undo. Use intuitive multi-touch gestures on the RAVEN NAVPAD to perform Scrub/Shuttle, Waveform Zoom, Track Zoom, and Track Banking, and RAVEN Batch Commands. Best of all, because the RAVEN Toolbar is virtual, it’s user-customizable – put the controls you want where you want them.

The Batch Command System

The RAVEN Batch Command System is a true revolution in control. The BCS is a series of preset and customizable buttons that can execute up to 1,000 key commands and mouse clicks automatically. With just one button, BCS allows you to create instant headphone sends, name tracks, put entire drum tracks on the grid, export stems, and so much more! The BCS comes pre-programmed with 100 preset batch commands in every DAW we support, with layouts for Music, Mastering, Post Production and more.

Record your own mouse click automation or program user commands with our QUICKLIST, which features hundreds of predefined DAW operations. Just touch and hold on a Batch Command button to edit, and you’ll have access to almost limitless possibilities. With the Batch Command system you’ll get it all done faster and smarter.

RAVEN Gestures

We’re proud to announce the next evolution of the RAVEN Control software called GESTURES. As its name implies, GESTURES allows classic multi touch gestures to control important elements of the DAW such as opening and closing plugins, muting and unmuting tracks, zooming in and out, and more!

Slate Remote

Slate Remote revolutionizes your workflow in ways you must experience to believe. Slate Remote is a free app for iOS users, available at the app store to anyone with a RAVEN MTi2. Slate Remote automatically synchronizes with your RAVEN session via Wi-Fi network and gives you access to your custom Batch Commands, allowing it to remotely perform time-saving tasks for you from the palm of your hand.

Specifications & Compatibility

• iLok2 Required
• State-of-the-art 27″ multi-touch display HD resolution of 1920×1080
• Completely LED backlit to consume less power and emits less EMI
• 10-touch display allows various multitouch features like fader control and more instant integration with most major DAWs
• Gives you hands-on control of all your DAWs parameters as well as acts as your computer’s main touch-capable display
• Flexible and user-customizable, multifunction TOOLBAR
• Easy compatibility using a standard HDMI cable and a USB 2.0 connection
• All Major DAWs For RAVEN are currently supported with MAC OS X and Pro Tools 10-12 as well as Cubase 8 & 9 and Nuendo 7 are all supported for Windows.

Supported DAWs:

– Pro Tools 10, 11 and 12 (OS X and Windows 8-10)
– Logic Pro X
– Ableton Live 9
– Cubase 8 & 9 (OS X and Windows 8-10)
– Nuendo 7 (OS X and Windows 8-10)
– Studio One 3
– Digital Performer 8 and 9

RAVEN MTI2 SPECIFICATIONS
Screen: 27″, LED backlit IPS, 10-touch multi-touch display HD resolution-1920 x 1080
PLEASE NOTE: RAVEN Hardware comes with your choice of one supported DAW. Additional DAW support licenses can be purchased for a nominal fee from our Store.

* Required for Use:

Computer with USB 2.0 connection
Standard HDMI cable
Uses industry-standard V-Control Pro protocol
No Ethernet Required
iLok 2 and Beyond Required

Minimum Mac Requirements:
2.5Ghz+/i5 Processor or Greater
Intel HD 4000 Graphics Card (512MB VRAM)
Recommend 8GB RAM

Note: Quality of your graphics card is very critical to the quality of your RAVEN’s performance.
Supported Operating System Versions:
OS X 10.7
OS X 10.8
OS X 10.9
OS X 10.10
OS X 10.11
OS X 10.12
Minimum Windows Requirements:
2.3Ghz+/i5 Processor or Greater
Graphics Card – 512MB VRAM or Greater
Recommend 8GB RAM

Note: Quality of your graphics card is very critical to the quality of your RAVEN’s performance.
Supported Operating System Versions:
Windows 8
Windows 10

Supported Mac DAWs:
Pro Tools 10, 11 and 12
Logic Pro X
Ableton Live
Cubase 8 & 9
Nuendo 7
Studio One 3
Digital Performer 8 and 9

Supported Windows DAWs:
Pro Tools 10, 11 and 12
Cubase 8 & 9
Nuendo 7