Arturia Beatstep
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Arturia
Beatstep
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The Beatstep is a clever little device—a compact MIDI pad controller with a built-in sequencer and CV/Gate outputs. It's perfect for electronic musicians, beatmakers, and anyone wanting to experiment with analog synthesis without a huge investment. It’s a solid starting point for learning sequencing, though more advanced users will likely outgrow it.
Product Description
- Arturia Beatstep
- USB MIDI pad controller
- 16 Velocity sensitive pads (illuminated)
- 16 Encoders
- 16 MIDI Controller Presets
- 16 Sequence presets
- IPad compatible (with optional Camera Connection Kit)
- CV / Gate-Out 3.5 mm
- Mini USB input and output
- MIDI output 3.5 mm
- USB Class compliant
- For Windows 7/8 and Mac OSX 10.7 or later
- • Compact footprint ideal for small studios or mobile setups
- • Velocity-sensitive pads offer nuanced rhythmic expression
- • CV/Gate outputs unlock powerful analog sequencing possibilities
- • Intuitive encoder layout facilitates immediate parameter tweaking
- • Mini-USB connection feels dated and somewhat fragile
- • Limited pad size may be uncomfortable for some players
- • Sequencing capabilities are basic compared to dedicated sequencers
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