Compact ARTURIA BeatStep MIDI Controller & Sequencer with Creative Software for Recording - 16 Pads, 16 Encoders

Beat Step was designed as a versatile MIDI controller and sequencer, offering an array of possibilities for musicians working with their favorite DAW, loop triggering software, VST instruments or effects, drum software, DJ apps, MIDI synths, or even analog gear with CV/Gate inputs. It is truly a chameleon device, ready to adapt to the diverse needs of a wide range of users. No other compact pad controller on the market provides this level of control and a step sequencer at such an amazing price.

Featuring a two-in-one design, Beat Step allows users to seamlessly transition between MIDI controller mode and sequencer mode. In MIDI controller mode, the 16 velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads make it an ideal compact solution for playing percussion. Sequencer mode, on the other hand, transforms Beat Step into an intuitive step sequencer, with the 16 encoders adjusting the pitch for each associated step. The 16 memories enable instant recall of your patterns, while the pad scale modes, sequence playback modes, and time division functions provide real-time performance capabilities.

But the true power of Beat Step lies in its ability to run both the MIDI controller and step sequencer simultaneously. You can have the step sequencer play your sound through the CV/Gate output while switching to control mode to trigger clips in Ableton Live and use the encoders to manipulate your VST instruments – all at once!

Boasting MIDI, USB, and CV connectivity, Beat Step is a versatile sequencer that works with a wide range of gear, including analog synths, software instruments, and MIDI hardware. The pads can be configured to send MIDI note on/off messages, MMC commands, program and bank changes, or serve as MIDI CC buttons, ensuring seamless integration with your setup.

To enhance your creative process, Beat Step comes bundled with a suite of powerful software. Ableton Live Lite allows you to create great-sounding tracks, Analog Lab Intro provides hundreds of professional-grade synth and key sounds, and the MIDI Control Center makes it easy to edit your MIDI setups and sequences. The encoders can be used to adjust effects in your favorite DJ app, while the transport buttons can be configured as MMC controls or to send MIDI CCs to start and stop your DAW. Beat Step can even serve as the MIDI clock master or slave to an external clock, ensuring precise timing integration with your entire system.

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