{"title":"MIDI Controllers","description":"All kinds of MIDI controllers, from keyboards and pads, to faders and rotary encoders, take full control of your DAW and focus on making music, not clicking the mouse! From Akai, Alesis, to M-Audio, Novation, Korg, Roland, we got it all!","products":[{"product_id":"akai-synthstation49-keyboard-controller-for-ipad","title":"Akai SynthStation49 Keyboard Controller for iPad","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRetrofit your iPad. Create the tracks of the future.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSynthStation49 puts timeless creative control at your fingertips—it’s the most advanced, intuitive music controller designed specifically for use with iPad. Fully certified to work with the original iPad, iPad 2, and iPad (3rd generation), SynthStation49 comes equipped with a fitted dock, fully integrating iPad’s touchscreen into the control surface. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWorking seamlessly with Akai Professional’s heralded SynthStation app, SynthStation49 provides unparalleled music creation capabilities, including direct in-app MIDI recording. In addition to its integration with the SynthStation app, SynthStation49 is also completely iOS Core MIDI-compatible, making it instantly compatible with dozens of music apps already available in the App Store with hundreds more on the way. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eGET PHYSICAL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSynthStation49’s expansive physical controls perfectly complement the SynthStation app’s powerful capabilities: responsive keys, rubberized pitch and modulation wheels and MPC-style drum pads all bridge the gap between the virtual world and the real world, creating a powerful and seamless music-making experience. SynthStation49’s nine MPC-style drum pads provide intuitive control for the 50-plus classic and modern kits available within the SynthStation app. Program, Sequence, Song select and Transport buttons also provide quick navigation to the SynthStation app’s most used features for a seamless, efficient workflow. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFEEL THE PAST—TOUCH THE FUTURE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDock, power and position your iPad perfectly using the adjustable cradle, or establish commanding control over your favorite computer software using SynthStation49‘s USB MIDI port. The port can be connected directly to your Mac or PC, allowing SynthStation to receive power and transmit MIDI to and from your music software— this is a great way to turn the SynthStation app or any other Core MIDI-compatible app into a sound module. You can even use SynthStation49 as a traditional USB MIDI controller with your computer—no iPad required! \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe SynthStation SDK allows third-party developers to take advantage of all the professional controls and capabilities of Akai Pro’s SynthStation49 keyboard controller. Software developers interested in creating programs compatible with SynthStation49 can submit an application now at SynthStationApp.com.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortable, velocity-sensitive keyboard with pitch and modulation wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks with the original iPad, iPad 2 and iPad (3rd generation)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNine velocity-sensitive MPC-style drum pads which light when triggered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicated transport control buttons including Play, Pause and Record\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlay MIDI keyboard and drum pad performances into an iPad via CoreMIDI or AkaiConnect apps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in, adjustable dock charges your iPad while positioning the screen at the perfect angle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB port for connecting to a Mac or PC, receiving power and controlling MIDI music software\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional ¼\" stereo outputs with volume control to connect mixers, speakers and recording equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadphone output to practice and compose in private\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Akai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32387773759623,"sku":"AKASYTHSN49","price":269.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/3687\/2583\/products\/img_proxy_7dfed2cc-e13b-49e2-bf00-a615599715c5.jpg?v=1582192619"},{"product_id":"alesis-vortex-usb-midi-keytar-controller-with-accelerometer","title":"Alesis Vortex USB-MIDI Keytar Controller with Accelerometer","description":"\u003cp\u003eSTORM THE STAGEIt's time to experience unprecedented keytar performance with the Alesis Vortex. The Vortex eliminates the barrier between you and your audience by giving you the freedom to move around the stage and take the lead. With an extensive layout of touch-sensitive keys and velocity-sensitive pads on its pearlescent white body, and radical pitch and modulation controls on its neck, the Vortex empowers you to rule the stage. WHIP ITThe patent-pending Vortex is the first keytar to include a MIDI-assignable accelerometer. Now, you can get out from behind your keyboard stand and be just as visual as guitarists and singers with an instrument that will respond to your motion. You\"ll be able to create incredible volume swells, amazing pitch bends, vibratos, filter sweeps, and more by tilting the Vortex\"s neck in the heat of the moment during live performances. VIRTUAL SYNTH INCLUDEDPerform right away: the Vortex comes with a premium virtual synth from Sonivox, which includes great-sounding pads, basses, leads, and drums. You also get Ableton Live Lite \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gearclubdirect.com\/brands\/Alesis.html\"\u003eAlesis\u003c\/a\u003e Edition software for performing, recording, and sequencing music right out of the box. KEYS, CONTROL AND MOREThe Vortex includes even more features never before found on any keytar: both traditional \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gearclubdirect.com\/categories\/dj-equipment\/dj-midi-controllers.html\/\"\u003eMIDI\u003c\/a\u003e and USB \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gearclubdirect.com\/categories\/dj-equipment\/dj-midi-controllers.html\/\"\u003eMIDI\u003c\/a\u003e are onboard, empowering you to use the Vortex with all of your software instruments and synths on your Mac or PC. You'll have a virtually unlimited palette of sounds, ready to command with one of the most exciting keytar controllers ever. The Vortex comes ready for instant performance, automapped for today\"s most popular software synths and DAWs. Plus, you can customize and create your own mappings for virtually any MIDI software. FULL EXPRESSIONBreathe new life into every performance with the most expressive keytar ever produced. The Vortex\"s neck controls are laid out ergonomically: your thumb controls a volume slider and pitch-bend wheel while your fingers command nine front-facing controls that include a MIDI-assignable touch strip, and buttons for octave selection and sustain. Large transport and patch-select controls are centrally located on the Vortex\"s body for instant access, and synth lovers will be happy to know that the Vortex\"s 37 velocity-sensitive keys feature aftertouch to enable instant creative flourishes. POWER \u0026amp; CONTROLThe Vortex is for controllerists, for those who want to perform without limitations to their movement or their sound set. The Vortex is bus-powered when connected to a Mac or PC, and can also be powered by batteries when used with MIDI modules and iOS devices. Standard strap pegs are located on the Vortex's neck and body, and an adjustable strap is included. Outrageous keytar performance in a pristine, pearl-white body\"the Vortex is the perfect storm of stunning design and incredible performance capability. Your audience won't know what hit them.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeatures\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10px;\"\u003e37 velocity-sensitive keys with aftertouch for compact, yet complete melodic range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10px;\"\u003eThe first USB keytar controller: works with all of your software instruments and synths on Mac \u0026amp; PCUSB and traditional MIDI jacks for use with virtually any synth, sound module, or other MIDI hardware or software\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10px;\"\u003eFree Virtual Synth from Sonivox included (downloads from sonivoxmi.com)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10px;\"\u003eAbleton Live Lite \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca style=\"font-size: 10px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gearclubdirect.com\/brands\/Alesis.html\"\u003eAlesis\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10px;\"\u003e Edition software included\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10px;\"\u003eEmbedded, programmable, MIDI-assignable accelerometer for performance parameter control by tilting the neck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10px;\"\u003eThumb-controlled volume slider and pitch-bend wheel on neck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10px;\"\u003eFinger-controlled MIDI-assignable touchstrip, sustain, and octave-control buttons on neck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10px;\"\u003eEight velocity-sensitive drum pads\/sample triggers enable you to create beats or trigger clips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10px;\"\u003eBattery-powered for use with MIDI modules and hardware synths (batteries not included)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10px;\"\u003eBus-powered when connected to Mac or PC via USB (cable included)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10px;\"\u003eLarge transport (Start\/Stop) and patch-select controls for instant access\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10px;\"\u003eStandard guitar strap pegs on neck and body (strap included)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Alesis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32395292082311,"sku":"VORTEX","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/3687\/2583\/products\/img_proxy_6a3ed689-a19f-4803-9b46-daf29f54fe9b.jpg?v=1582195369"},{"product_id":"akai-mpx8-mobile-sd-sample-pad-controller","title":"Akai MPX8 Mobile SD Sample Pad Controller","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSample Simplicity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eLoad virtually any sample via standard SD or SDHC card and assign it to any of the MPX8’s eight backlit velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIt’s that simple. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eUse it in the studio. Use it live on stage or on air. MPX8 packs proven Akai Pro technology into a compact, durable design that’s built to perform.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eControl Software \u0026amp; MIDI Gear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMPX8 also has USB MIDI plus standard MIDI inputs and outputs. Control everything from music software on your laptop to outboard MIDI gear. The included USB cable and 1\/8\"-to-MIDI adapter make it easy to connect.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eEdit with Ease\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWith the included sample kit editor, you can easily arrange, tune, and add reverb to your samples on your Mac or PC before loading them onto MPX8. The editor’s drag-and-drop functionality saves you time, instantly converting your samples to compatible .WAV files\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eGet in the Loops\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMPX8 also comes with a free Loop Library download from Akai Pro, plus a large library of standard samples built in, which can be used for live performance in front of a crowd, on a radio show, or for in-studio production. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eLose the Luggage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIt’s compact, easy to load, and ready to go. MPX8 packs the sounds you need under great-feeling pads inside a solid Akai Pro design. You get quick and convenient one-touch access to a virtually unlimited number of sounds, shots, stabs, and drops. 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