Haken Audio Slim Continuum 70s8x
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Haken Audio
Slim Continuum 70s8x
Product Info
Article Number:
492165
Brand:
Haken Audio
Model:
Slim Continuum 70s8x
Category:
Master Keyboards (up to 76 Keys)
Price:
$8,907.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Slim Continuum 70s8x isn't just a controller; it's a portal to entirely new sonic territories. It's a game-changer for sound designers, experimental musicians, and anyone craving deeply expressive, three-dimensional control—be prepared for a commitment to learning its intricacies.
Product Description
- Haken Audio Slim Continuum 70s8x
- Three-Dimensional MIDI Controller
- Integrated freely programmable "EaganMatrix" sound engine
- Can be used as a MIDI controller
- MPE+ controller or stand-alone synthesiser
- Polyphonic sliding sounds can be played dynamically with pressure and in a vertical position
- The multi-gesture fingerboard simultaneously processes data on the X
- Y and Z axes for one up to a maximum of 16 fingers
- X axis (left-right) defines the pitch for each individual note
- Available playing area of almost 6 octaves (70 semitones)
- 2 Stereo audio outputs: 6.3 mm jack
- Stereo headphone output: 6.3 mm jack
- S/PDIF input/output: RCA
- Connector for optional Continuum Voltage Converter: 3
- 5 mm jack
- MIDI in: 3.5 mm jack
- MIDI out: 3.5 mm jack
- 2 Pedal inputs: 6.3 mm jack
- Solid metal housing
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 123 x 20 x 3 cm
- Includes external power supply (5 V DC
PROS
- • Unique 3D expressive control unlocks unprecedented sonic possibilities.
- • Solid metal housing and robust construction inspire confidence and longevity.
- • Integrated inEaganMatrix engine offers immediate, playable sounds out of the box.
- • Extensive connectivity caters to diverse studio and stage setups.
CONS
- • Steep learning curve requires significant time investment to master its nuances.
- • Premium-priced investment, making it inaccessible for many musicians.
- • Limited portability due to its substantial size and weight.
Product Video
Key Features
Keys
70 semitones
Key Type
Pressure-sensitive, continuous pitch bend and modulation
Pads
None
Knobs/Faders
None, all control via gesture and pressure
Connections
2 x 6.3 mm stereo audio outputs, 6.3 mm headphone output, S/PDIF RCA I/O, 3.5 mm MIDI I/O, 2 x 6.3 mm pedal inputs, 3.5 mm Continuum Voltage Converter input
Weight
Approximately 18 lbs (estimated based on similar models)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s a self-contained sound engine offering a unique, tactile approach, but lacks the sheer breadth of options found in expansive software suites.
It takes dedicated practice, but the gradual, continuous bend feels incredibly natural once mastered, offering a level of nuance impossible with traditional pitch bend wheels.
It functions as a robust MIDI controller, transmitting X, Y, and Z data, but its true power lies in leveraging its 3D capabilities for expressive performance.
