Korg padKontrol MIDI/USB controller

Includes software:

• Korg padKONTROL Editor

Incredible feel. Deep control

The padKONTROL joins Korg's expanding line-up of MIDI studio controllers. Adding another dimension beyond traditional keyboard control, the padKONTROL is the most expressive and versatile drum pad controller ever!

In addition to accessing drum sounds and samples, the padKONTROL MIDI studio controller from Korg can also control softsynths and effects, trigger loops and video clips, and even act as transport controls for DAW software programs. Combining an assignable X-Y touchpad that also provides for natural-sounding flams and rolls, sixteen great-feeling illuminated trigger pads, assignable knobs and a foot pedal input, the padKONTROL provides unsurpassed evocative control.

Beat It!

The padKONTROL MIDI studio controller is ideal for creating natural, organic sounding drumbeats. Each of the sixteen pads can be individually assigned a note number and MIDI channel so you can control a single drumkit or map it to control different devices in your setup at the same time. Eight different dynamic curves are available for each pad, or you can set each pad to its own fixed level. This allows you to set up certain instruments to feel as you like, and others to always play the perfect velocity, no matter how you strike the pad. You can also set up multiple pads to play the same drum but at different fixed velocities, giving you varied but predictable performance every time.

Kontrol it!

In this MIDI studio controller, drums are just the beginning. A MIDI message can be assigned to each pad, and they can be set for momentary or toggle operation. In addition to sending a value as the drum pad is touched, a specific value can be sent as the pad is released, so they can be used like buttons or switches to control any function on your soft synths and DAWs.

See it!

Whenever you strike a drum pad or move a controller, the built-in display shows what message or value is being sent, giving you accurate confirmation of what you're doing. The pads have a striking visual behavior, which will move you to visually groove along with your playing. Pads assigned to notes light up when struck and then shut off. Pads assigned to CC messages stay lit to show their status. Three variations of the Illumination mode cause the trigger pads to light up in unique patterns. Two begin when a trigger pad is struck, and a third starts automatically when the Korg padKONTROL sits idle for a few minutes. The great feel of the trigger pads and the Illumination mode work together synergistically to catapult your performance to a higher intensity level than ever before.

Manage it!

Thankfully, once you have all the controllers set the way you like, you can save the entire set of assignments as a "User Scene." Sixteen User Scenes are available in the Korg padKONTROL itself, and they can be quickly selected using the pads. In addition, thirty preset scenes are included, designed to instantly match the padKONTROL to some of the most popular music software programs.

The Korg padKONTROL also comes with free Editor/Librarian software for Windows XP and Mac OSX. Using the computer's graphic capabilities, the Editor/Librarian software makes it easy to create, store and organize vast libraries of scenes and "scene sets."

Specsifications:

• Controllers: 16 velocity-sensitive Trigger pads with LED illumination, X-Y pad, two assignable knobs, assignable pedal jack*
  
• *requires a separately sold DS-1H or PS-1
  
• Display: 7-segment, 3-digit LED
  
• Memory: 16 user scene memories, 30 preloaded scene templates
  
• Connectors: Pedal, MIDI In/Out, USB (type B), Power supply jack (DC9V)
  
• Power Supply: DC9V, AC adapter (optional), USB bus power (when using the USB connector)
  
• Current Consumption: When using USB bus power: approximately 150 mA (maximum 180 mA), when using an AC adapter: approximately 150 mA (maximum 180 mA)
  
• Dimensions: 5,5 x 31,4 x 234,cm
  
• Weight: 0,96 kg
  

 Package includes:

• Korg padKontrol MIDI/USB studio controller x1
  
• USB cable x1
• Software license agreement x1