The Steven Slate Audio RAVEN MTZ 43" Multitouch Control Screenmarries the tactile control of yesterday’s mixing consoles with the convenience of today’s touchscreen technology. With the RAVEN MTZ, nevermore do you have to rely on your mouse for controlling your DAW. Instead, the RAVEN MTZ provides a tablet-like control surface that can raise and lower faders, facilitate touch-control over plug-ins, operate all the buttons of a traditional transport, and more.

The MTZ represents the current iteration of RAVEN technology, putting it all in a 1.5" deep, low-profile, no-bezel 43" screen that supports multitouch, gestural control. The screen sits on an included stand that is angle adjustable. With the MTZ, you can control many faders at once, manipulate pans and sends, and set up recording sessions quickly and efficiently.

Common functions can be accessed and performed expediently through the customizable toolbar and Batch Commander, which can execute an entire series of key commands, mouse clicks, and menu selections via the press of one virtual button. Hundreds of presets are included for most major DAWs, and you can program custom commands housing up to 1000 functions per command.

The RAVEN MTZ interfaces with most DAWs, and a DAW support license is included for the compatible DAW of your choice. Connections can be made to your Mac- or Windows-equipped computer by means of an HDMI video cable and a USB 2.0 connection. An iLok version 2 or 3 dongle (available separately) is required for operating the RAVEN.

Control Faders, Pans, Plug-Ins & More    43" Multitouch, No-Bezel Display    1.5" Deep, Low-Profile Design    HD Resolution (1920 x 1080)    10-Touch Display and Gestural Control    Customizable Toolbar & Batch Commander    HDMI and USB Connectivity    Compatible with Mac and Windows    Supports Most Major DAWs    Includes One DAW Support License

• 43" multitouch display 
• HD resolution of 1920 x 1080
• Backlit LED with projected capacitive touch panel 
• 10-touch display allows multitouch interaction with functions such as fader control, zooming, mute/unmute, and opening/closing plug-in windows
• Powerful integration with most major DAWs
• Hands-on control of all your DAWs parameters 
• Acts as your computer’s main touch-capable display
• Flexible and user-customizable
• Easy compatibility using a video connection (HDMI, DVI-I, or VGA) and a USB 2.0 connection

FADERS 3.0 provides multitouch virtual faders that allow precise control of your DAW's faders. By integrating multitouch 100mm virtual faders directly into each DAW, you now have control over mix levels and automation for more than one track at a time. FADERS 3.0 offers a naturalistic control over your faders that is both comfortable and fun to use. A FINE FADER mode is on hand, which can quadruple the resolution of the faders to facilitate especially miniscule moves.

RAVEN 3.6 Control software now carries a technology called GESTURES, which facilitates classic multitouch gestures to control important elements of your DAW. Opening and closing plug-ins, muting and unmuting tracks, zooming in and out-all of this and more can be accomplished with familiar gestures.

In Toolbar mode, your DAW controls are more accessible, laid out right in front of you. You'll notice Transport, an Edit/Mix window selector, and convenient tools for tracking such as Record Looping, Click, Create Group, and Undo. Use intuitive multitouch gestures on the RAVEN NAVPAD to perform Scrub/Shuttle, Waveform Zoom, Track Zoom, Track Banking, and RAVEN Batch Commands. Because the RAVEN Toolbar is virtual, it's user-customizable, so you can put the controls where you want them.

The Batch Command System is a series of preset and customizable buttons that can execute up to 1000 key commands and mouse clicks automatically. With just one button, the Batch Command System allows you to create instant headphone sends, to name tracks, to put entire drum tracks on the grid, to export stems, and more. The Batch Command System comes pre-programmed with 100 preset batch commands in every supported DAW, with layouts for Music, Mastering, Post Production and more. Record your own mouse click automation or program user commands with 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.

Slate Remote expands your workflow to your iOS-compatible. Slate Remote is a free app for iOS users and available at the app store to anyone with a RAVEN. Slate Remote automatically synchronizes with your RAVEN session via Wi-Fi 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.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can this be used with DaVinci resolve?

A: At this time, Slate Media Technology does not list compatibility with DaVinci Resolve for the Steven Slate Audio Raven MTi2 27" Multitouch Production Console. The following DAWs are currently compatible with the MTi2 at the time of this posting (December 2022): Pro Tools 12-2022 (macOS & Windows) Logic Pro X (macOS) Ableton Live 9 – 11 (macOS & Windows) Cubase Pro 8 – 12 (macOS & Windows) Nuendo 7 – 11 (macOS & Windows) Studio One v4 & v5 (macOS & Windows) Digital Performer 8 – 11 (macOS)

Q: 2. Does this umbrella have a neutral color? I've heard it might give a blue cast.

A: The Savage Umbrella Softbox Bounce (43") has a neutral color.

Q: 3. Can this be used as a shoot through? Is it translucent?

A: No, reflective only.

Q: 4. Cakewalk?

A: We cannot confirm whether or not the Steven Slate Audio RAVEN MTi2 MAX DAW Control Surface is compatible for use with Cakewalk. The supported DAWs listed on the manufacturer's website are Pro Tools 19-2023 (macOS and Windows), Logic Pro X (macOS), Ableton Live 9 - 11 (macOS and Windows), Cubase Pro 10 - 13 (macOS & Windows), Nuendo 10 - 13 (macOS & Windows), Studio One v4, v5, and v6 (macOS & Windows), and Digital Performer 8 - 11 (macOS).

Q: 5. Can't figure out how to remove the black outer layer. The place where it attaches at the center. Maybe I'm missing something?

A: Hi Jerry, I had the same problem but I figured it out. Just unscrew the round small metal cap at the top of the umbrella and release the small metal tips at the ends of the ribs. I hope this helpsRegardsLouis

Q: 6. will this fit with a Bowens-s mount speed light adapter?

A: This umbrella can fit an adapter such as the Godox S-Type Speedlite Bracket for Bowens, which has a slot for umbrellas.

Q: 7. Are these wireless?

A: No, the headphones that are included with the Steven Slate Audio VSX Modeling Headphones Essentials Edition system are wired. The included software enables the user to monitor in a variety of acoustically treated environments with an immersive 3D experience that removes mix issues caused by poor room acoustics and limited speaker selection. The VSX offers producers and mixers the ability to produce and mix in virtual models of precisely tuned listening environments, including famous pro mixing and mastering studios. Wireless headphones are typically not used for mixing.

Q: 8. I see Cubase and Nuendo has a (mac only) after it. Is that for both or just Nuendo?

A: Both

Q: 9. Can this sidecar be used on either side of the console?

A: This sidecar can be placed on either side of the RAVEN CORE Station.

Q: 10. How many stops does the translucent diffuser give you?

A: Its not specified but 5-1 are usuall between 1 and 2 stops.