Blackmagic Fairlight Live Audio Panel 20
Features
The Blackmagic Design Fairlight Live Audio Panel 20 by Blackmagic Design is a professional desktop audio controller for Fairlight Live workflows and medium-sized live productions. Thanks to the combination of 20 motorized faders, dual Full HD touchscreens, and extensive talkback functionality, the system offers full real-time control over complex broadcast and streaming environments.
The two integrated 11.6-inch touchscreens make it possible to clearly manage a larger number of audio channels without additional external monitors.
Professional Fairlight Live audio control panel
20 motorized faders
Two 11.6-inch Full HD touchscreens
Full control over Fairlight Live mixing
Support for SMPTE 2110 IP audio/video
Advanced talkback functionality
Snapshot recall and cue management
HDMI audio/video support
XLR microphone and line connections
Dual headphone outputs
Redundant power supply
Includes Fairlight Live software
Operation
The Fairlight Live Audio Panel 20 offers direct hardware control of Fairlight Live via physical faders, rotary encoders, hotkeys and touchscreens.
The system supports real-time control over:
duct strips
equalizers
dynamics
plug-ins
routing
VCA groups
aux sends
matrix routing
submasters
talkback
With the dual touchscreens, multiple mixer layers and processing tools can be displayed simultaneously, which is ideal for productions with many audio channels.
The motorized faders automatically follow snapshots, layers, and mixer configurations for an efficient live workflow.
Application
The Blackmagic Design Fairlight Live Audio Panel 20 is suitable for:
Live broadcast productions
Streaming studios
Theater and event productions
Podcasting studios
Control and audio control rooms
SMPTE 2110 audio workflows
Music recordings
Remote productions
Medium-sized live productions
The combination of extensive controls and a compact desktop form factor makes the system ideal for professional studio and mobile applications.
Limits
Requires Fairlight Live software environment
No standalone audio mixer
No wireless connectivity
Focused on professional broadcast workflows
No built-in recording functionality
Key features
20 motorized faders
Professional motorized faders offer precise and fast control over large numbers of audio channels.
Dual Full HD touchscreens
Two integrated 11.6-inch displays show channel strips, meters, EQ, dynamics, and plug-ins in real time.
Extensive talkback capabilities
Supports multiple talkback groups, headsets, and direct communication channels for live productions.
SMPTE 2110 support
Supports modern IP-based audio and video workflows via 10G Ethernet.
Snapshot & cue management
Mixer settings can be saved and recalled instantly during live broadcasts.
Blackmagic Fairlight Live Audio Panel 20
20 motorized faders
20 multifunctional rotary encoders with LED rings
20 context-sensitive rotary controls
20 context buttons
Dedicated controls for: snapshots / cue player / master controls / talkback / transport functions
2x 11.6-inch color LCD touchscreen
Full HD 1080p resolution
Illuminated touchscreens
Full Fairlight Live integration
Support for: EQ / dynamics / plug-ins / VCA processing / matrix routing / aux sends / submasters / talkback
Built-in talkback microphone
Support for: 5-pin XLR headsets / external microphones / multiple talkback groups
Up to 4 configurable talkback groups
1x USB-C
2x 10G Ethernet SMPTE 2110 ports
1x Gigabit Ethernet control port
1x HDMI audio/video I/O
1x XLR 3-pin microphone input
2x XLR 3-pin line outputs
1x XLR 5-pin headset/talkback connector
2x 1/4" TRS headphone outputs
Video input up to UHD 4K60
Video output up to 1080p
macOS 26
Windows 11
Includes Fairlight Live software
Dual IEC-14 power connectors
Redundant AC power supply
Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C
Storage temperature: -20°C to 60°C
Humidity: up to 90%
73.9 x 47.8 x 27.3 cm









