Presonus Atom 16-Velocity Electronic DrumPad Controller

The PreSonus Atom 16-Velocity DrumPad Controller is a versatile and feature-packed controller designed for music production and live performance. Here’s an overview of its key features and specifications:

Key Features:

Versatile Performance Controller:

The Atom controller is designed to produce beats, play virtual instruments, trigger sound effects, and loops with flexibility and expressiveness. It can be used as both a compact performance controller and a tightly integrated production tool.

Integration with Studio One:

Atom is optimized for use with PreSonus Studio One, offering a seamless workflow with features like navigation, editing, loop-point creation, and transport control. It’s automatically detected by Studio One, simplifying setup.

16 Velocity- and Pressure-Sensitive RGB Pads:

The controller features 16 full-size pads that are velocity- and pressure-sensitive, allowing for expressive playing and precise control over your music software.

Assignable Pad Banks:

Atom includes 8 assignable pad banks, providing access to a total of 128 sounds. You can customize these pads to control various virtual instruments, drum racks, or trigger different samples and loops.

MIDI Control Modes:

It offers various MIDI control modes, including MIDI Keyboard mode, Note Repeat mode, and Full Velocity mode, allowing you to tailor your control to your specific needs.

Rotary Encoders and Buttons:

Atom features 4 programmable rotary encoders and 20 assignable buttons, enhancing your ability to navigate and control software parameters efficiently.

Live Performance:

In addition to music production, Atom can be used for live performances. Its velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads enable expressive live instrument playing, and you can set up pad banks for a full virtual drum set.

Included Software:

The package includes PreSonus Studio One Artist and Ableton Live Lite, along with a 5′ USB cable. It also comes with the Studio Magic Plug-in Suite, which includes emulations of classic studio gear.

Specifications:

System Requirements:

Mac:

Mac OS X 10.11 or higher (64-bit only), Intel Core 2 Duo processor (Intel Core i3 or better recommended), 4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended), USB 2.0 port, Internet connection (needed for software installation and activation), Monitor with 1366 x 768 resolution (high-dpi monitor recommended), 40 GB hard-drive space, Universal Control 2.9 or later (for firmware updates), Studio One 4.1+ required for native integration.

Windows:

Windows 7 (SP1 + platform update), Windows 8.1, or Windows 10 (64-bit only), Intel Core Duo or AMD Athlon X2 processor (Intel Core 2 Duo or AMD Athlon X4 or better recommended), 4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended), USB 2.0 port, Internet connection (needed for software installation and activation), Monitor with 1366 x 768 resolution (high-dpi monitor recommended), 40 GB hard-drive space, Universal Control 2.9 or later (for firmware updates), Studio One 4.1+ required for native integration.

The PreSonus Atom 16-Velocity DrumPad Controller is a versatile tool for musicians and producers looking for a compact and expressive controller for their music production and live performance needs, especially when used in conjunction with PreSonus Studio One.

Technical Specifications

Input

• Connection Type USB 2.0 (bus-powered)
• Pads, Buttons, and Knobs
• 16 full-size velocity- and pressure-sensitive, RGB LED pads
• 20 assignable buttons
• 4 endless rotary knobs
• 1 Setup button

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