Setting Up and Using an Avid S3 Desk in Your Studio

Finding the right layout for your avid s3 desk is honestly one of the best moves you can make if you're tired of clicking around a computer screen with a mouse all day. We've all been there—hunched over a keyboard, squinting at automation lines, and wondering why we aren't spending more time actually listening to the music. Moving to a dedicated control surface like the S3 changes that dynamic almost immediately. It's not just about looking "pro," though it definitely helps with that; it's about getting your hands on the mix and feeling the tracks as they happen. ...

February 17, 2026 · 7 min · Juliet Lunise