Playtronica TouchMe MIDI Controller
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Playtronica
TouchMe MIDI Controller
Product Info
Article Number:
597425
Brand:
Playtronica
Model:
TouchMe MIDI Controller
Category:
Other Controllers
Price:
$119.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Playtronica TouchMe is a genuinely quirky and fun little gadget. It's perfect for experimental musicians, sound designers, or anyone wanting to add a totally unique element to their workflow. Don't expect piano-like precision, but embrace the unpredictable and you'll find some really cool textures.
Product Description
- Playtronica TouchMe MIDI Controller
- Portable MIDI-Controller
- Allows playing on different surfaces such as skin
- water
- flowers
- fruits and more
- Easy installation and integration into any DAW
- Latency free response time
- Intensity of touch changes the sound
- Dimensions: 150 x 80 x 2 mm
- Weight: 50 g
- Delivery contents: TouchMe MIDI controller
- USB cable
- 2 crocodile clips
- storage bag
PROS
- • Unique tactile interface allows for truly experimental sound creation.
- • Extremely portable and lightweight, ideal for travel and mobile setups.
- • Crocodile clips offer surprising versatility in surface interaction.
- • Latency-free response ensures real-time, playable feedback with DAWs.
CONS
- • Limited expressive control compared to traditional MIDI controllers.
- • Surface material significantly impacts sound; requires experimentation.
- • Build quality feels somewhat fragile given the thin, flexible design.
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Key Features
Type
Novelty/Experimental MIDI Controller
Controls
Pressure-sensitive surface, intensity-dependent velocity
Connections
USB-MIDI
Power
Bus-powered via USB
Weight
50g
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's surprisingly responsive, registering very light touches, but subtle differences in pressure require practice to discern. It’s not as nuanced as a piano keybed.
Yes, it’s class-compliant, meaning it should work with iOS devices via a USB camera adapter. No drivers are needed for standard MIDI functionality.
While percussive sounds are immediate and obvious, you can use it with any sound that responds to velocity – pads, strings, even heavily modulated synths. Experimentation is key!
