Presonus Atom

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Presonus Atom

Presonus

Atom

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 449185
Brand: Presonus
Model: Atom
Price: $115.50

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The Atom is a solid, budget-friendly option for producers and performers looking for a compact pad controller. Its tight integration with Studio One is a real boon, but it's also perfectly usable with other DAWs. Ideal for triggering samples, loops, and controlling virtual instruments in smaller spaces.

Product Description

  • Presonus Atom
  • USB Pad Controller
  • Versatile controller for production and performance
  • Perfect integration with Presonus Studio One
  • compatible with any DAW
  • Control virtual instruments
  • trigger drum samples and loops
  • 16 velocity and pressure sensitive RGB pads
  • Polyphonic Aftertouch
  • Eight pad banks
  • Adjustable pad velocity curve
  • 20 freely assignable buttons
  • Four continuous encoders
  • MIDI keyboard
  • note repeat and full velocity mode
  • Power supply via USB 2.0 port
  • Dimensions: 202 x 195 x 21 mm
  • Weight: 450 g
  • Includes Studio One Artist (download)
  • Suitable case: Art. #492940# (not included)
PROS
  • • Responsive RGB pads offer excellent tactile feedback and visual cues
  • • Polyphonic aftertouch adds expressive nuance to virtual instruments
  • • Freely assignable buttons provide extensive customization options
  • • Seamless Studio One integration streamlines workflow for Presonus users
CONS
  • • Limited pad size restricts complex chord voicings and finger drumming
  • • Plastic construction feels somewhat budget-oriented, lacks premium feel
  • • Lack of dedicated pitch bend/mod wheel limits performance flexibility

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Key Features

Type USB Pad Controller
Controls 16 velocity/pressure pads, 20 assignable buttons, 4 encoders, MIDI keyboard
Connections USB 2.0
Power USB powered
Weight 450 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's a simplified version – you won't get the same depth of control as a full keyboard, but it's a welcome addition for subtle expression.
The smaller pad size makes intricate finger drumming challenging, best suited for simpler grooves and sample triggering.
Absolutely; it functions as a standard MIDI controller, although Studio One integration is the most streamlined experience.

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