Avid

Avid 9925-65205-00 Artist Mix Control Surface

3.7 (25 reviews)

The Avid Artist Mix delivers precise tactile control with eight motorized faders, OLED displays, and multi-protocol support.

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Overview

The Avid Artist Mix (9925-65205-00) is a professional control surface designed to bring tactile, hardware-based control to digital audio and video mixing workflows. At its core are eight 100mm long-throw motorized faders, each touch-sensitive so your DAW or NLE can detect finger contact and respond instantly — whether that means writing automation, switching to a touched channel, or displaying relevant parameters. Above each fader, a high-resolution OLED display shows channel names, levels, pan positions, and other parameter data, keeping critical information right at your fingertips instead of buried in a software mixer window. Touch-sensitive rotary encoders add additional control for panning, sends, plug-in parameters, and other per-channel adjustments.

The Artist Mix connects via Ethernet rather than USB, which provides faster response times and supports daisy-chaining multiple units for larger mixing setups. It speaks three control protocols — EUCON (Avid's proprietary high-resolution protocol), HUI, and Mackie Control — giving it compatibility with virtually every major DAW and video editing application on the market. A dedicated footswitch jack enables hands-free punch-in and punch-out during recording sessions, a practical addition for engineers who track and mix in the same room. The unit ships with an Ethernet cable, riser brackets for angling the surface, and an AC power adapter. For anyone looking to move beyond mouse-and-keyboard mixing, the Artist Mix offers a focused, space-efficient set of physical controls that can meaningfully speed up professional audio and video production work.

Key Features

8 touch‐sensitive,100mm long throw motorized faders, touch-sensitive rotary encoders, and high-resolution OLED displays

Ethernet connectivity for high-speed, high-resolution control. System requirements- Windows 7 (32- or 64- bit), Windows 8, Mac OS X 10.5 or higher (32- or 64-bit)

Footswitch Jack to punch in and out of recording

Supports EUCON, HUI, and Mackie Control Protocols

Also includes DVD-ROM, Ethernet Cable, 2 Riser Brackets, AC Power Adaptor, and Quick Setup guide

Specifications

Brand
Avid
Model
9925-65205-00
Faders
8 Touch-Sensitive, 100mm Motorized
Encoders
Touch-Sensitive Rotary
Displays
High-Resolution OLED (per channel)
Connectivity
Ethernet
Supported Protocols
EUCON, HUI, Mackie Control
Footswitch Jack
Yes (punch in/out)
System Requirements
Windows 7/8, Mac OS X 10.5 or higher
Included Accessories
DVD-ROM, Ethernet Cable, 2 Riser Brackets, AC Power Adapter, Quick Setup Guide

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Eight 100mm touch-sensitive motorized faders provide precise, tactile level control with visual feedback from the fader positions.
  • High-resolution OLED displays above each channel strip show track names, parameter values, and metering without looking at the screen.
  • EUCON, HUI, and Mackie Control protocol support ensures broad compatibility across major DAWs and NLEs.
  • Ethernet connectivity delivers faster, more reliable communication than USB or MIDI-based control surfaces.
  • Compact form factor fits on a desktop beside a keyboard without consuming excessive desk space.

👎 Cons

  • Requires Ethernet connectivity, which may need a dedicated network port or switch if your computer's Ethernet is already in use.
  • System requirements list older operating systems, so compatibility with current macOS and Windows versions should be verified before purchase.
  • No built-in audio interface — it is purely a control surface, so you'll still need a separate interface for audio I/O.
  • The included AC power adapter means it cannot run on USB bus power alone, adding a cable to your desk setup.

Frequently Asked Questions

It connects via Ethernet, providing high-speed, high-resolution communication between the control surface and your DAW or NLE software.
It supports EUCON (Avid's native protocol), HUI, and Mackie Control, making it compatible with a wide range of audio and video editing software.
It features eight 100mm long-throw motorized faders that are touch-sensitive, meaning the software detects when your fingers make contact and can respond accordingly.
Yes, there is a dedicated footswitch jack on the unit that allows you to punch in and out of recording hands-free.
Yes, EUCON-compatible surfaces can be daisy-chained or networked together via Ethernet, allowing you to expand your fader count by adding additional units.