Sparrow 8x100mm MIDI controller
Command full mixing console capability and extensive orchestral templates with the Sparrow 8x100mm MIDI Controller. Built for composers, mix engineers, and electronic artists who need maximum tactical control without dedicating an entire desk to a bulky console, the flagship 8-fader layout brings professional fader-bank control directly to your fingertips.
Simultaneously balance 8 fader channels—from tracking expression, dynamics, vibrato, volume, and filtering across multi-articulation patches, to controlling DAW mixing buses and synth parameters side by side. The 100mm long-throw faders deliver high-resolution precision for flawless level rides and fluid automation passes.
Product Dimensions:
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Width: 159.5mm (~6 1/4”)
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Depth: 156.5mm (~6 1/8”)
- Height: 40mm (~1 1/2”) (Desk to Top of Slider Cap)
- Weight: 380grams, ~13.4 oz
- Fader Lever Width: 8mm
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3D printed, assembled and shipped from the U.S.
Free U.S. domestic shipping on orders $50+
If you have any questions, you are always welcome to contact us. We'll get back to you as soon as possible, within 24 hours on weekdays.
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Technical Specifications
- 100mm Smooth-Travel Faders: Gain micro-level precision over your automation parameters without stepping or jumpy values.
- Studio-Ready Cable Included: Comes packaged with a 1.5 meter (~4'9") braided USB-Mini to USB-C and USB-Mini to USB-A cable.
- Plug & Play (Class-Compliant): Native compatibility with macOS (Intel & Apple Silicon) and Windows. No driver installation required.
DAW Support and Compatibility
Our controllers are MIDI compliant and compatible with all major DAWs accepting standard MIDI CC signals including Logic Pro X, Kontakt, Ableton, Cakewalk, and more. For a more comprehensive list, check our FAQ.
Configuring Your MIDI Controller - Effortless Mapping with The Aviary (Web & Desktop)
Customize your controller in seconds with The Aviary, our purpose-built configuration suite:
- The Aviary Web: Instant browser-based mapping using Chrome, Edge, or Brave. No drivers, no software installations, and no account required. Moving any physical fader instantly highlights it on screen for real-time channel and CC assignment.
- The Aviary Desktop App (macOS & Windows): Designed for offline studio workstations. In addition to full mapping and preset management, the desktop app enables seamless one-click firmware updates directly over USB.
- Onboard Memory Storage: Click “Sync to Hardware” and your mappings are permanently stored on the controller. You can unplug it and take it anywhere with zero software running in the background.
Meet The Aviary: Your Studio Command Center
Take full command of your setup with The Aviary (Web & Desktop). Designed specifically for our controllers, our intuitive editor lets you remap parameters, fine-tune responsiveness, and save custom profiles on the fly—so you spend less time configuring and more time creating.
FAQs
Please read our FAQs page to find out more.
Where are your products made and shipped from?
Our controllers are designed, 3D printed, assembled and packed in the U.S. - this mean no drop-shipping, ever.
Do you have any sales or promos?
We don’t run seasonal sales or offer discount codes, and that’s by design!
Instead of marking up our prices only to discount them later, we keep our prices as low as possible year-round. We believe you should get our best price whenever you’re ready to buy—no waiting for sales or hunting down promo codes required.
Where do you ship to?
We currently ship direct from our workshop in the USA to the United States, Canada, Japan, and Australia. If you're somewhere else, email us at orders@theMIDImaker.com and we'll let you know when we can ship to your country.
How do international duties, taxes and tariffs work?
International orders ship under HS Code 9207.90. How import duties and taxes (such as GST or VAT) are paid depends on the shipping option you choose at checkout:
- Options marked “(Duties and Taxes Included in Price)”: some shipping options include your duties and taxes in the price you pay at checkout, so there's nothing more to pay on delivery.
- All other options (including UPS and DHL): the carrier's customs broker will contact you to collect duties, taxes and any brokerage fee before delivery.
How do I order a Custom MIDI controller from you?
Don’t see the exact layout you need? We can design and build a custom controller tailored specifically to your workflow.
How It Works & Timeline:
Custom builds are designed, 3D printed, hand-assembled, and thoroughly tested right in our USA workshop. Most custom orders ship within 1 to 4 weeks, depending on component availability and our current build queue.
Custom Hardware Options Include:
- Faders: 100mm smooth-travel faders
- Knobs & Encoders: Continuous rotary encoders with push buttons, or detented/smooth potentiometers
- Buttons & Wheels: Illuminated mechanical keyboard switches, mod wheels, and pitch wheels
- Aesthetics: Custom enclosure and accent color combinations
Ready to build your dream setup? Fill out our Custom Order Form or email us directly at support@themidimaker.com to get started!