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1 AKAI Professional LPD8 - USB MIDI Controller with 8 Responsive RGB MPC Drum Pads for Mac and PC, 8... AKAI Professional LPD8 - USB MIDI Controller with 8 Responsive RGB MPC Drum Pads for Mac and PC,... No ratings yet
2 Arturia KeyLab 88 MkII 88 Key Weighted USB MIDI Keyboard Controller — Aftertouch, Velocity... Arturia KeyLab 88 MkII 88 Key Weighted USB MIDI Keyboard Controller — Aftertouch, Velocity...
3 Arturia KeyLab 88 MkII 88-key Weighted Keyboard Controller with Wooden Legs Arturia KeyLab 88 MkII 88-key Weighted Keyboard Controller with Wooden Legs
4 Novation Launch Control XL MkII, Ableton Live Controller, Black Novation Launch Control XL MkII, Ableton Live Controller, Black
5 AKAI Professional MIDImix - USB MIDI Controller Mixer with Assignable Faders & Master Fader, 24... AKAI Professional MIDImix - USB MIDI Controller Mixer with Assignable Faders & Master Fader, 24...
6 Btuty Portable Mini USB 9 Slim-Line Control MIDI Controller Keyboard Controller Btuty Portable Mini USB 9 Slim-Line Control MIDI Controller Keyboard Controller No ratings yet
7 AKAI Professional MPK Mini MK3 - 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller With 8 Backlit Drum Pads, 8... AKAI Professional MPK Mini MK3 - 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller With 8 Backlit Drum Pads, 8...
8 M-Audio Oxygen Pro 61 – 61 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller With Beat Pads, MIDI assignable Knobs,... M-Audio Oxygen Pro 61 – 61 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller With Beat Pads, MIDI assignable...
9 Donner MIDI Pad Beat Maker with 16 Beat Pads, 2 Assignable Fader & Knobs and Music Production... Donner MIDI Pad Beat Maker with 16 Beat Pads, 2 Assignable Fader & Knobs and Music Production...
10 Alesis VI61 - 61 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller with 16 Pads, 16 Assignable Knobs, 48 Buttons and... Alesis VI61 - 61 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller with 16 Pads, 16 Assignable Knobs, 48 Buttons... No ratings yet
11 Arturia KeyLab 61 MkII - 61 Key Semi Weighted USB MIDI Keyboard Controller Arturia KeyLab 61 MkII - 61 Key Semi Weighted USB MIDI Keyboard Controller No ratings yet
12 Arturia BeatStep USB/MIDI/CV Controller and Sequencer Arturia BeatStep USB/MIDI/CV Controller and Sequencer
13 AKAI Professional MPK261 - USB MIDI Keyboard Controller with 61 Semi Weighted Keys, Assignable MPC... AKAI Professional MPK261 - USB MIDI Keyboard Controller with 61 Semi Weighted Keys, Assignable...
14 M-WAVE 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller With 8 Backlit Drum Pads, Bluetooth Semi Weighted... M-WAVE 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller With 8 Backlit Drum Pads, Bluetooth Semi Weighted... No ratings yet
15 Studiologic SL73 Studio Midi Controller Studiologic SL73 Studio Midi Controller
16 Mackie Big Knob Series, 4x3 Studio Monitor Controller 192kHz USB I/O (BIG KNOB STUDIO PLUS) Mackie Big Knob Series, 4x3 Studio Monitor Controller 192kHz USB I/O (BIG KNOB STUDIO PLUS)
17 Korg nanoKONTROL2 Slim-Line USB Control Surface, Black Korg nanoKONTROL2 Slim-Line USB Control Surface, Black
18 Arturia KeyLab Essential 49 - 49 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller with Velocity Sensitive Synth... Arturia KeyLab Essential 49 - 49 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller with Velocity Sensitive Synth...
19 AKAI Professional MPD218 - USB MIDI Controller with 16 MPC Drum Pads, 6 Assignable Knobs, Note... AKAI Professional MPD218 - USB MIDI Controller with 16 MPC Drum Pads, 6 Assignable Knobs, Note... No ratings yet
20 Arturia MINILAB MKII Universal MIDI Controller MiniLab MkII Keyboard Controller Features a... Arturia MINILAB MKII Universal MIDI Controller MiniLab MkII Keyboard Controller Features a...

Bestseller No. 1
AKAI Professional LPD8 - USB MIDI Controller with 8 Responsive RGB MPC Drum Pads for Mac and PC, 8...
  • Beat Maker Essential - 13" pad controller for music production with 8 RGB-backlit responsive MPC drum pads for triggering samples, loops, virtual...
  • Hands-On Control - 8 assignable Q-Link knobs for seamless mapping to DAW parameters, software instruments, and insert effect plugins for tactile...
  • Customized Production - 4 programmable preset slots for instant recall of mappings for DAWs, virtual instruments, effects and more. Create, edit, load...
  • Portable Design, Robust Build - Lightweight beat maker that adopts the sturdy build of standalone MPCs. The slim-line design stows easily in a laptop...
  • Versatile Performance - The Laptop Pad Controller is perfect for musicians, producers, DJs and other music creators on the go. The sleek design fits...
Bestseller No. 2
Arturia KeyLab 88 MkII 88 Key Weighted USB MIDI Keyboard Controller — Aftertouch, Velocity...
  • 88 note Fatar TP/100LR keybed
  • High quality, aftertouch, velocity sensitive, hammer-action, piano feel keyboard
  • 16 RGB-backlit performance pads
  • Control bank with 9 faders and 9 rotary knobs
  • Please note: stand not included
Bestseller No. 3
Arturia KeyLab 88 MkII 88-key Weighted Keyboard Controller with Wooden Legs
  • This bundle includes the Arturia KeyLab 88 MkII and the Arturia Wooden Legs for KeyLab 88 MkII
  • 88 note Fatar TP/100LR keybed
  • High quality, aftertouch, velocity sensitive, hammer-action, piano feel keyboard
  • 16 RGB-backlit performance pads
  • Control bank with 9 faders and 9 rotary knobs
Bestseller No. 4
Novation Launch Control XL MkII, Ableton Live Controller, Black
  • Assign buttons, knobs and faders to any parameters within Ableton Live to make your own layouts; customize knobs with your own colors; switch between...
  • Create Your Own Layouts - Fully customisable with the included software editor.Plug Straight In - Bus powered and no drivers needed.16 Multi-color...
  • 24 rotary pots with 300 degree motion. 24 multi-colour indicator LEDs - one for each pot. Eight 60mm Faders. 16 assignable multi-colour backlit...
  • We recommend that you update to the latest version as previous versions of Ableton Live do not include the Launch Control integration. Launch Control...
  • HUI compatibility for mixer control in DAWs including Cubase, Logic Pro and Pro Tools. HUI is not supported in Pro Tools First. Note: Due to the...
Bestseller No. 5
AKAI Professional MIDImix - USB MIDI Controller Mixer with Assignable Faders & Master Fader, 24...
  • Complete Mix Control - Lightweight, compact and robust ultra-portable MIDI mixer / DAW controller seamlessly maps all mixer settings to your DAW with...
  • Mixdown Essentials - 8 individual line faders and 1 master fader for controlling track volume, virtual instrument parameters, effect settings and more
  • Assignable Control - 24 knobs, arranged 3 per channel for controlling EQ, bus sends, virtual instrument parameters, effect settings and more
  • Get Hands-On - 16 buttons arranged in 2 banks provide mute, solo and record arm functionality per channel
  • Effortless Ableton Live Integration - Instant 1 to 1 mapping with Ableton Live (Ableton Live Lite included)
Bestseller No. 6
Btuty Portable Mini USB 9 Slim-Line Control MIDI Controller Keyboard Controller
  • 🎹9 MIDI control groups: 9 knobs + 9 sliders + 9 buttons.
  • 🎹4 programmable memory banks.
  • 🎹6 transport buttons: Rew, Play, FF, Loop, Stop, Rec.
  • 🎹Plug and Play USB 2.0 cable, no need of driver installation.
  • 🎹Comes with editor software.
Bestseller No. 7
AKAI Professional MPK Mini MK3 - 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller With 8 Backlit Drum Pads, 8...
  • Music Production and Beat Maker Essential - USB powered MIDI controller with 25 mini MIDI keyboard velocity-sensitive keys for studio production,...
  • Total Control of your Production - Innovative 4-way thumbstick for dynamic pitch and modulation control, plus a built-in arpeggiator with adjustable...
  • The MPC Experience - 8 backlit velocity-sensitive MPC-style MIDI beat pads with Note Repeat and Full Level for programming drums, triggering samples...
  • Complete Command of your Virtual Instruments and FX - 8 360-degree knobs assign to all your music studio plugins for mixing, tweaking synth controls...
  • 1500 plus Sounds and Everything You Need for Pro Production - Complete Music Production Starter Kit including MPC Beats, 6 Virtual Instruments and 2GB...
Bestseller No. 8
M-Audio Oxygen Pro 61 – 61 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller With Beat Pads, MIDI assignable Knobs,...
  • MIDI Keyboard Essentials - 61 velocity-sensitive, semi weighted keys with aftertouch and assignable zones for playing virtual sampler instruments and...
  • Beat Maker Mainstays - 16 RGB backlit MIDI assignable velocity sensitive drum pads with Note Repeat for beat production, clip launching, soundboard...
  • Total Command of Your Music Production - 8 assignable knobs & buttons and 9 assignable faders for tactile MIDI control of virtual instruments, effect...
  • Every Tool You Need – Effortless auto-mapping for DAW controls & plugin parameters; Smart Chord & Smart Scale modes; Arpeggiator; pitch & modulation...
  • Complete software production package Included - MPC Beats, Ableton Live Lite, virtual instruments from AIR Music Tech and Akai Professional MPC...
Bestseller No. 9
Donner MIDI Pad Beat Maker with 16 Beat Pads, 2 Assignable Fader & Knobs and Music Production...
  • 【16 Colorful Beat Pad Record 48 Custom Sound Sources】 The MIDI drum pad STARRYPAD's 16 soft silicone backlit pads can trigger drums, samples,...
  • 【Exclusive Equipment, Stamped with Your Personality】The drum pad machine midi controller has an assignable custom group with 2 fader, 2 knobs, and...
  • 【Powerful Compatibility】The beat machine comes with a standard USB C power supply and data interface for easy plug and play. (Tips: if you want to...
  • 【Your Exclusive Lighting Engineer】The midi controller pad STARRYPAD lights up the stage with 7 dazzling colors. Use playing instructions to...
  • 【Boost Your Rhythm Game】Worried about a weak sense of rhythm? Tap Tempo is directly synchronized with DAW to help you quickly grasp the BPMs of...
Bestseller No. 10
Alesis VI61 - 61 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller with 16 Pads, 16 Assignable Knobs, 48 Buttons and...
  • MIDI Keyboard with 61 full-sized, square-front, semi-weighted keys with after touch. USB MIDI and 5-pin MIDI Out offer flexible MIDI connectivity
  • Manipulate plugins and virtual instruments with hands-on controls. With VI61, you can open and close filters on virtual synthesizers, adjust volume...
  • 16 velocity-sensitive trigger pads with illuminated RGB feedback for beat production and clip launching. Pitch and modulation wheels deliver...
  • 48 assignable buttons and 16 assignable knobs interface with your music software. Seamless visual feedback via LED screen and illuminated buttons and...
  • Production software included - MPC Beats, Ableton Live Lite and Xpand!2 by AIR Music Tech (downloads). USB-powered and plug-and-play support for Mac...
Bestseller No. 11
Arturia KeyLab 61 MkII - 61 Key Semi Weighted USB MIDI Keyboard Controller
  • Get in Command: The original Arturia KeyLab made waves by giving musicians and producers in-depth command of their MIDI environment, while KeyLab MkII...
  • Workflow That Works: Every aspect of KeyLab MkII has been carefully crafted to keep distractions to a minimum, and provide time-saving shortcuts that...
  • Analog Lab Mode: It�s Analog Lab mode gives you ultimate control over this powerful included software, automatically mapping KeyLab MkII�s...
  • DAW Mode: The DAW mode quickly switches control to elements within your recording software. In this mode, the central jog wheel lets you move the...
  • Analog Lab Included: Analog Lab gives you the best of 21 instruments that made music history, all in one convenient place. Analog synthesizers....
Bestseller No. 12
Arturia BeatStep USB/MIDI/CV Controller and Sequencer
  • VERSATILE MIDI CONTROLLER AND SEQUENCER: BeatStep is a chameleon controller and sequencer that provides nearly endless possibilities! Highly...
  • TWO IN ONE…: With MIDI Controller mode, the 16 velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads make it the perfect compact solution for playing percussion,...
  • …BOTH AT ONCE: This MIDI keyboard is both a pad/knob controller AND a step sequencer. But the best part is that you can run them both at the same...
  • ALL THE CONNECTIONS YOU NEED: BeatStep has MIDI, USB and CV connectivity, giving you a sequencer that will work with all types of gear, including...
  • CREATIVE SOFTWARE INCLUDED: BeatStep comes with all the creative software you need. Make great-sounding tracks in full (Ableton Live Lite), get...
Bestseller No. 13
AKAI Professional MPK261 - USB MIDI Keyboard Controller with 61 Semi Weighted Keys, Assignable MPC...
  • Pro Keyboard Performance - 61 semi-weighted, velocity-sensitive full-size keys and a premium piano-style keybed for unprecedented response and natural...
  • Beat Making Essentials - 16 RGB-illuminated MPC-style pads each with 4 banks for 64 pads - the perfect solution for triggering samples, loops,...
  • Assignable Control - 24 assignable Q-Link controllers comprising 8 control knobs, faders and switches engineered for hassle-free DAW / virtual...
  • Your Studio Centerpiece - Take command of your peripheral MIDI equipment courtesy of an onboard USB-MIDI interface with 5-pin MIDI input and output
  • Core MPC Tools - MPC mainstay controls included - MPC Note Repeat, arpeggiator, MPC Full Level, Tap Tempo and Time Division
Bestseller No. 14
M-WAVE 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller With 8 Backlit Drum Pads, Bluetooth Semi Weighted...
  • 【Powerful keyboard】 Songwriters and Beat Maker Essential - USB powered MIDI controller with 25 mini MIDI keyboard velocity-sensitive keys for...
  • 【Wireless keyboard】It's very compact and portable, and you can connect it wirelessly to your device with Bluetooth, built-in 2,000 mAh battery can...
  • 【Music Production】 25 velocity-sensitive keys, 8 RGB backlit velocity-sensitive pads, 8 assignable rotary enconders, 2 Capactive touch stripes...
  • 【Smart keyboard】Compatible with Windows, Mac OS, Android and iOS,The K5 compatible with all digital audio worksstation, Ableton live,Fl...
  • 【Scale feature】Integrate the smart chord and smart sound function, users can choose quickly through the keys. very suitable for setting this...
Bestseller No. 15
Studiologic SL73 Studio Midi Controller
  • Powerful and light, the perfect combination; adopts the latest hammer action keybed technology from Fatar, giving the best piano touch feeling
  • Rugged metal casing; weighs less than 26 pounds; sculptured end caps help shield the keybed perfectly and provide a safe grip when handling and...
  • Razor-sharp TFT color display plus 6-way controller knob lets you navigate through all SL controller functions quickly; 3 x/Y stick controllers
  • Powerful new software editor helps you to easily setup your virtual keyboard rig
  • Clear and ergonomic user interface makes creating and editing Splits and layers a quick and easy job
Bestseller No. 16
Mackie Big Knob Series, 4x3 Studio Monitor Controller 192kHz USB I/O (BIG KNOB STUDIO PLUS)
  • Professional source and monitor selection O choose between 4 sources and 3 monitor pairs O classic Big knob volume control O independent trim on all...
  • Flexible 2x4 USB recording interface O two boutique-quality onyx mic preamps including phantom power for condenser microphones O high-resolution...
  • Comprehensive feature set for professional studios O flexible source connections including CONVENIENT front panel 1/8” input for your smartphone
  • Includes traction recording software
  • Compatible with all major DAWs on both Mac and Windows
Bestseller No. 17
Korg nanoKONTROL2 Slim-Line USB Control Surface, Black
  • Low-profile, multi-function control surface
  • New track select and marker advance parameters
  • Supports numerous software titles including major DAW programs
SaleBestseller No. 18
Arturia KeyLab Essential 49 - 49 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller with Velocity Sensitive Synth...
  • Software Included: Analog Lab V with 2000 synth sounds, Ableton Live Lite, and UVI Grand Piano model D
  • 49 key velocity sensitive keyboard with hybrid synth-piano feel
  • Controllers: 1 clickable encoder, 9 encoders, 9 30mm faders, 6 transport switches, 4 command switches, 1 modulation wheel, 1 pitch bend wheel, 8 touch...
  • Perfect Analog Lab integration: Select sounds, browse presets, switch parts, smart-assigned controls. Standalone or plug-in operation: VST, VST3, AU,...
  • KeyLab Essential is built to make music accessible, to streamline the production process, and to help you find your sound as quickly and intuitively...
Bestseller No. 19
AKAI Professional MPD218 - USB MIDI Controller with 16 MPC Drum Pads, 6 Assignable Knobs, Note...
  • Beat Production, Anywhere - Ultra-portable, feature-packed and USB powered pad controller with 16 thick fat MPC pads for triggering drums, melodic...
  • Expandable Banks - Easily accessible dedicated controls for three pad banks provides a total of 48 assignable pads
  • Assignable Control - 18 fully assignable 360-Degree potentiometers accessible via three banks for controlling DAW, virtual effect and virtual...
  • Feature Packed - MPC note repeat and full level controls for immersive expressive performances
  • Comprehensive Software Suite Included - Ableton Live Lite, Drum Synth 500 by AIR Music Tech
Bestseller No. 20
Arturia MINILAB MKII Universal MIDI Controller MiniLab MkII Keyboard Controller Features a...
  • MiniLab MkII is a high quality, feature-packed controller which gives you hands-on access to the sounds in your virtual studio. Breathe new life into...
  • This powerful controller also comes with several critically acclaimed software titles that will have you creating professional recordings in no time....
  • Created with the mobile musician in mind, MiniLab MkII has a slim, compact profile which makes it perfect for transporting to and from gigs, and for...
  • Not everyone has the luxury of a spacious studio, and this is where our reinvented controller really shines. MiniLab MkII has a tiny footprint...
  • Helping you make the most of your virtual instruments and recording software, MiniLab MkII features a great-feeling keybed with 25 slim-keys, 16...

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FAQ:

Q: What is a MIDI pad and knob controller?

A: So, get ready for some serious finger drumming with our round-up of the best MIDI pad and knob controllers. What does a MIDI pad controller do? A MIDI pad controller replaces a piano-style keyboard with velocity and pressure-sensitive pads to give you a more suitable approach to making beats and grooves with MIDI gear and software instruments.

Q: What are the different types of MIDI controllers?

A: As you probably know, MIDI controllers can be largely divided into two categories: Keyboard controllers: These controllers are built around standard piano keybeds. Though most will have a few pads, faders and knobs, the primary function is to enter notes via the keyboard. Pad controllers: In these controllers, the pads are the stars of the show.

Q: What’s the best drum pad MIDI controller for beginners?

A: What’s the best drum pad MIDI controller? The Akai MPD232 is the best drum pad controller with not only pads but sliders, knobs, and a sequencer, too, giving an overall fantastic MIDI controlling experience. And if you just want the pads, then try the MPD226 or MPD218 for a more focused feature set.

Q: What are toggle and momentary MIDI messages in a MIDI controller?

A: In a MIDI Controller, buttons can either transmit a Toggle or a Momentary MIDI message. If a button is set to transmit a Toggle MIDI message, when you press it, it transmits a value of 127 but it doesn’t transmit a value of 0 until you press it again.