Intuitive Instruments Exquis Deluxe Dark Wood

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Intuitive Instruments Exquis Deluxe Dark Wood

Intuitive Instruments

Exquis Deluxe Dark Wood

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 600946
Model: Exquis Deluxe Dark Wood
Price: $372.90

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The Exquis Deluxe is a clever little controller, particularly appealing to electronic musicians and experimentalists wanting deep MPE expression without the bulk of a larger keyboard. The wooden accents elevate the feel, and the included app provides a surprising amount of value for the price – a genuinely interesting option for those exploring modern music production.

Product Description

  • Intuitive Instruments Exquis Deluxe Dark Wood
  • Multi-Touch MPE Controller
  • Special model with wooden side panels
  • Illuminated 61-key hexagonal keyboard
  • Velocity sensitivity
  • Aftertouch (Z) and movement on 2 axes (X / Y)
  • MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression) or polyphonic aftertouch selectable
  • Capacitive touch slider with 6 zones
  • 4 Push encoders with LED display and 4 buttons for sending MIDI CC commands
  • 35 Selectable scales
  • Arpeggiator
  • Exquis app (download for Windows & macOS) with sound plug-ins for programming and composing your own songs
  • USB-C port for power supply and USB-MIDI
  • MIDI in/out: 3.5 mm jack type A
  • CV outputs for pitch
  • modulation
  • gate: 3.5 mm jack
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 146 x 317 x 36 mm
  • Weight: 520 g
  • Includes Quickstart
  • USB-C cable and travel bag
PROS
  • • Wooden side panels add a premium aesthetic and tactile feel.
  • • Hexagonal keys offer a unique, expressive playing surface.
  • • Comprehensive MPE support unlocks nuanced, polyphonic control.
  • • The Exquis app provides a surprisingly useful compositional environment.
CONS
  • • 61 keys limit range for pianists accustomed to full 88-key boards.
  • • Compact size might feel cramped for those with larger hands.
  • • CV outputs are limited, restricting modular synth integration.

Product Video

Key Features

Keys 61
Key Type Hexagonal, Capacitive Touch
Pads None
Knobs/Faders 4 Push encoders, 1 capacitive touch slider
Connections USB-C, MIDI In/Out (3.5mm), CV (Pitch, Modulation, Gate)
Weight 520g

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Frequently Asked Questions

It takes some getting used to, but the unique shape encourages more deliberate finger placement and can lead to expressive nuances; it's not a direct replacement for standard keys.
The app is surprisingly well-integrated, offering a decent selection of sounds and a functional DAW-like environment for basic composition and sound design.
While the basics are accessible, truly exploiting MPE and CV requires some familiarity with MIDI concepts and potentially modular synthesis – a steeper learning curve for beginners.

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