| Content | The Novation Launchkey Mini MK3 is a 25-key USB MIDI keyboard controller optimized for portability and tight integration with Ableton Live. It features 16 velocity-sensitive, multicolor, backlit trigger pads that can be used to launch loops, samples, and more, while the eight knobs enable access to mixer functions and instrument/effect parameters. The USB-powered controller is compatible with a variety of DAWs and apps on Mac/Windows computers and iOS devices (adapter cables available separately).
The MK3 model offers expanded functionality and connectivity not found on the MK2. Dual touch strips, a flexible arpeggiator, single-finger chord triggering, and transport buttons let you spend more time creating on the controller and less time fiddling with your software. Utilize the 3.5mm MIDI output to control hardware synthesizers, drum machines, or sound modules from the Launchkey Mini MK3. The included software bundle provides sounds, instruments, and effects to get you started and keep you inspired.
Core Features
- 25 mini keys with synth action and velocity sensitivity
- Two touch strips for pitch bend and modulation
- Eight control knobs
- 16 velocity-sensitive RGB backlit pads
- Transpose and octave up/down buttons
- Play, record, stop transport controls
- Dedicated buttons for arpeggiator and fixed chord (one-finger chord) functions
- Ableton Live functions including solo/mute, scene launch, capture MIDI, and scene up/down
- MIDI channel selection and track navigation function via Shift key
- 3.5mm mini jack for MIDI output (3.5mm to MIDI cable available separately)
- 1/4\" sustain pedal input
Ableton Integration
- Volume, pan, sends A/B through knobs
- Record and play
- Assign custom mapping to knobs and pads
- Track navigation
- Device control
- Capture MIDI
- Clip launch
- Clip stop
- Scene launch
- Scene navigation
- Track solo/mute
DAW Integration
- Scripts for Ableton, Logic, and Reason (device control for Ableton, Logic, and Reason)
- HUI support for other DAWs such as Pro Tools, Reaper, and Studio One
- Control volume, pan, sends, record, play, preset, and assignable custom mapping
Arpeggiator
- Creative arpeggiator with mutate and deviate-rhythm options
- Multiple modes such as up, down, up/down, played, random, chord, mutate
- Various rates including 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32, and all associated triplets
- 1/2/3/4 octave modes
- O, OXO, OXXO, random, and deviate rhythms
- On/off latch
- Tempo, swing, and gate via knobs when pressing the Arp button
- Mutate mode allows access to all mutate possibilities through the knob while pressing the Arp button
- Deviate rhythm allows access to all deviations of the rhythm through the knob whilepressing the Arp button
- Three symbols at the left side reserved for future arpeggiator updates
Includes Software
- Includes Ableton Live Lite and works with Logic, Reason, or any HUI-compatible DAW
- Includes a powerful software bundle with sounds, instruments, and effects from AAS, Softube, Spitfire Audio, XLN Audio, and Klevgrand
- Includes access to Sound Collective for new, free content every few months
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The PCR-A30 is a compact, USB bus powered 24-bit/96kHz Audio interface & 32-key velocity sensitive MIDI controller offering an addition 27 assignable controls which can send any MIDI message including CC, RPN, NRPN, Sysx, & more. The PCR-A30 has a powerful editor which allows the user to easily create control maps for his or her favorite application. Up to 16 different control maps can be stored in the keyboard for instant recall during performance.
Main Features
- 32 standard-sized keys with velocity sensitivity
- 27 full-assignable controllers (8 knobs, 8 sliders, 9 buttons, 2 pedals)
- 1/4" phone Headphones jack
- 1/4" phone Line input jacks (L/R) and volume
- 1/4" phone RCA pin output jacks (L/R)
- S/P DIF optical output
- USB MIDI IN/OUT Interface
- USB Bus powered, no AC Adaptor required
- Built-in small monitor speakers
- Compatible with WindowsXP/2000/Me/98, MacOS9, OSX
- Intuitive software "PCR Editor" for Windows/Mac OS/Mac OS X
- Low Latency Driver support on PC & Mac.
- ASIO & WDM low latency driver support
The PCR-A30 can control a number of parameters not accessible from other controller keyboards at this price point; such as RPN, NRPN, SysEx.
The PCR-A30 is fully compatible with all the latest operating systems including WinXP and Mac OSX. It is the ideal keyboard for use with Arturia Storm, SONAR, Cubase, Reason, FruityLoops, and most other popular sequencers and software synthesizers. As such it comes equipped with templates for these and other programs.
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Specifications
Physical controls
Assignable controls:
• 8 Encoders (Infinite Rotation) with touch-sensitivity and 11 segment Led rings
• 8 Pots (270 Rotation) with touch-sensitivity
• 8 Sliders with touch-sensitivity
• 32 Buttons with integrated LEDs (37 in MIDI mode]
• 8 soft feel Trigger pads
• Xpression Pad (as on existing SL)
• Xpression Stick (as on existing SL)
• Touch sensitive Speed Dial (as on Nocturn)
System buttons:
• General Automap Operation Buttons (Learn, View, Browser Groups etc.)
• Octave up/down buttons with LED indicator
The central system buttons from the SL have been simplified; there is now:
• 1 Automap button with LED to toggle Automap mode on and off (this replaces the PLAY button) – this way, manual MIDI mode is separate from Automap mode and can be avoided completely if preferred
• Template and Edit modes have been combined into one edit mode, for editing both individual controls and overall settings within one Template
Connectivity
Rear Panel connections are as follows:
• Data Port: 1 x USB (Win XP/Vista and Mac OSX – Not Class Compliant
• MIDI: MIDI ONE: IN, OUT and Thru, MIDI TWO: OUT
• Sustain Pedal: 1 x 1/4 Jack Input
• Expression pedal: 1 x 1/4 Jack Input
• Power switch: Ext DC/USB
Minimum Operational Requirements:
Mac OSX 10.4.0 or greater (Leopard and Snow Leopard (32-bit kernel only) also supported) or Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or greater (Vista 32/64 and Windows 7 32/64 also supported)
Minimum Computer spec:
Mac - G4/1GHz, both with 256MB RAM or PC -
Pentium 3/1GHz/256MB RAM (machines running Vista will require a higher spec)
Dimensions
Size (25 key): W=468mm, H=68mm, D=293mm
Size (49 key): W=803mm, H=68mm, D=293mm
Size (61 key): W=965mm, H=68mm, D=293mm
Weights
25SL net weight : 3.3kg /unit
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Setting New Standards in Portable MIDI Control Features
Introducing the next generation of EDIROLʼs popular MIDI keyboard controllers. In addition to providing more physical controls than previous models, the PCR-500 also offers new innovative and intuitive controls. This controller is solidly built, and optimized for both music production and live performance.
- 49 velocity-sensitive keys, now with aftertouch
- 50 fully assignable controls, and editor software (Mac & PC)
- 18 velocity pads
- New, unique crossfader feature
- High-quality keyboard mechanism, and durable, stable body
- “Dynamic Mapping” — intelligent assignment of controls
- Convenient location of connections on side panel
- USB bus-powered
- MIDI merge
- “Cakewalk Production Plus Pack” included (SONAR LE, Project 5 LE, and Dimension LE)
Setting New Standards in Portable MIDI Control Specs Keyboard49 keys (with velocity and channel aftertouch)ControllersPads[A1]–[A9], [B1]–[B9]Buttons[L1]–[L4], [C1]–[C3]Knobs[R1]–[R9]Sliders[S1]–[S9]Crossfader[H1]–[H2]Foot Pedals[P1], [P2]Bender Lever[BEND], [MOD]Keyboard Aftertouch[AFTERTOUCH]Display7 segments
4 characters (LED)Side PanelPower Switch (USB Bus/OFF/DC IN)
MIDI Merge Switch (ON/OFF)ConnectorsHold Pedal Jack1/4 inch phone typeExpression Pedal Jack1/4 inch TRS phone typeMIDI ConnectorsIN, OUTUSB Connector
DC IN Jack
Power SupplyDC 9 V (AC Adaptor) or USB Bus PowerCurrent Draw300mA (AC Adaptor)
300mA (USB Bus Power)AccessoriesPCR-300/500/800 CD-ROM
USB Cable
Setup Guide
Ownerʼs Manual
Roland Software License AgreementOptionsAC AdaptorPSB-120/PSB-230EU/PSB-230UK/PSB-240APedal SwitchDP-2/DP-6Expression PedalEV-5/EV-7Size and WeightWidth839 mm33-1/16 inchesDepth251 mm9-7/8 inchesHeight91 mm3-5/8 inchesWeight3.8 kg8 lbs. 7 oz. | Ultra-portable production pad.
The LPD8 laptop pad controller is a USB-MIDI controller for musicians, producers, DJs and other music creators. It measures less than 13 inches across and weighs less than a pound to easily fit into a laptop case, backpack or messenger bag for extreme portability.
The LPD8 is based on Akai Professionalʼs MPC line of iconic music production stations. Producers who love the feel of the MPC and want to work with software on their computer will find that the LPD8 gives their laptop the controls they prefer over a mouse and keyboard.
The LPD8 has eight orange light-up pads that are velocity sensitive for programming rhythmic or melodic parts. The pads can also send program-change information to software. Additionally, the LPD8 has eight assignable Q-Link knobs you can assign to virtually any parameters in their software for hands-on control.
The LPD8 works plug and play with Mac and PC and requires no software driver installation or wall power for operation. It has four memory banks for programming and recalling settings appropriate to different software programs you use.
Make music in any setting with the LPD8.
- USB-MIDI controller works with virtually all audio software
- Eight backlit, velocity-sensitive drum pads can send note or program change
- Eight Q-Link knobs for controlling virtually any parameters in software
- Plug-and-play USB connection for Mac and PC requires no driver installation
- Small enough to fit in a backpack or laptop bag
- Four programmable memory banks
- Comes with editor software for Mac and PC
- USB bus powered – no additional power cable needed
Includes:
- LPD8 controller
- USB cable
- Software CD
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PC-160A: MIDI Keyboard Controller
Features Minor size, major convenience... Have you ever wished your keyboard could shrink, so you could carry it with you on the plane, in your car, or along with your laptop computer? Have you ever wished it was in arm's reach of your desktop computer, on your desk, where you need it? Countless times already these problems have been answered with the Roland PC-160. Weighing less than 3 lbs. and measuring under two feet in length, the PC-160 qualifies as the most powerful compact, portable keyboard ever. With 32 full-size velocity-sensitive keys, pitchbend, modulation and an assignable slider you have at your fingertips more control than is available in many full-length controllers. So next time you get up and walk across the room to play that string section, or wish you could take your keyboard on the plane, think to yourself, "I need a PC-160." Steinberg Cubasis AV for Mac/Win included. |
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