Midi Knob Controller

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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 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...
3 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
4 M-Audio Oxygen Pro 25 – 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller With Beat Pads, MIDI assignable Knobs... M-Audio Oxygen Pro 25 – 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller With Beat Pads, MIDI assignable...
5 Novation Launch Control XL MKII USB MIDI controller for Ableton Live with assignable controls Novation Launch Control XL MKII USB MIDI controller for Ableton Live with assignable controls
6 M-WAVE 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller With 16 Backlit Drum Pads, Bluetooth Semi Weighted... M-WAVE 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller With 16 Backlit Drum Pads, Bluetooth Semi Weighted... No ratings yet
7 Volume Controller and Music Switcher - Eiszuso USB Audio Control Knob Multimedia Adjuster with... Volume Controller and Music Switcher - Eiszuso USB Audio Control Knob Multimedia Adjuster with... No ratings yet
8 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...
9 Behringer X-TOUCH MINI Ultra-Compact Universal USB Controller Behringer X-TOUCH MINI Ultra-Compact Universal USB Controller
10 AKAI Professional APC Mini MK2 - USB MIDI Pad Controller for Clip Launching with Ableton Live Lite,... AKAI Professional APC Mini MK2 - USB MIDI Pad Controller for Clip Launching with Ableton Live...
11 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...
12 Korg, 1-Key Midi Controller (NANOKON2WH),White Korg, 1-Key Midi Controller (NANOKON2WH),White
13 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
14 STARRYPAD MIDI Pad Beat Maker by Donner, with 16 Beat Pads, 2 Assignable Fader & Knobs and Music... STARRYPAD MIDI Pad Beat Maker by Donner, with 16 Beat Pads, 2 Assignable Fader & Knobs and Music... No ratings yet
15 Fesley MIDI Pad Beat Maker, USB MIDI Keyboard Controller With 16 Drum Pads for Beginner, 2... Fesley MIDI Pad Beat Maker, USB MIDI Keyboard Controller With 16 Drum Pads for Beginner, 2... No ratings yet
16 Arturia BeatStep USB/MIDI/CV Controller and Sequencer Arturia BeatStep USB/MIDI/CV Controller and Sequencer
17 midiplus Smartpad USB MIDI Controller midiplus Smartpad USB MIDI Controller No ratings yet
18 LEKATO 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller With 8 Backlit Drum Pads, Bluetooth Semi Weighted Dynamic... LEKATO 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller With 8 Backlit Drum Pads, Bluetooth Semi Weighted... No ratings yet
19 USB Volume Control Multimedia Controller Knob PC Volume Control Knob Speaker Audio Multimedia Volume... USB Volume Control Multimedia Controller Knob PC Volume Control Knob Speaker Audio Multimedia...
20 Synido MIDI Pad Beat Maker Machine with 16 RGB Beat Pads, USB Portable Mini MIDI Controller Pad with... Synido MIDI Pad Beat Maker Machine with 16 RGB Beat Pads, USB Portable Mini MIDI Controller Pad...

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
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. 3
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
SaleBestseller No. 4
M-Audio Oxygen Pro 25 – 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller With Beat Pads, MIDI assignable Knobs...
  • MIDI Keyboard Essentials - 25 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 for tactile MIDI control of virtual instruments, effect plugins, DAW controls...
  • 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. 5
Novation Launch Control XL MKII USB MIDI controller for Ableton Live with assignable controls
  • 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. 6
M-WAVE 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller With 16 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, 16 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. 7
Volume Controller and Music Switcher - Eiszuso USB Audio Control Knob Multimedia Adjuster with...
  • Walnut Wood Base and Aluminum Alloy Knob: The base made by natural walnut wood, CNC cut, hand polished and waxed. The elegant texture of walnut wood...
  • Volume Controller and Music Switcher: It not only supports increasing/decreasing system volume and mute, but also can easily switch the previous/next...
  • Three Volume Sensitivity Modes: Provides 3 kind volume control modes, respectively 2%[low], 6%[Medium] and 10%[High], the default is Medium...
  • Easy to Get Started: Plug and play, no driver need. Attached 100cm usb cable and another 50cm usb extension cable in case need, and also attached usb...
  • Amazing Use Experience: When you rotate the knob, you can clearly feel the damping feedback, allowing you to complete various control commands more...
SaleBestseller No. 8
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. 9
Behringer X-TOUCH MINI Ultra-Compact Universal USB Controller
  • Universal Pocket Remote Control for DAWs, Instruments, Effects and Lighting applications
  • Features Mackie Control* emulation mode for seamless integration with every compatible music production software
  • Long-wearing 60-mm master fader
  • Dual-Layer mode for quick change between DAW and instrument control
  • Pre-configured control elements for instant operation out of the box
Bestseller No. 10
AKAI Professional APC Mini MK2 - USB MIDI Pad Controller for Clip Launching with Ableton Live Lite,...
  • Complete Control – Ableton Live Clip Launching MIDI Controller, perfect for creative looping, mixing, home studio and live performing. Connect to...
  • Ableton Live Lite Included - An industry-leading DAW for PC & Mac. Capture ideas, live performances, record, mix and unleash your creativity. APC Mini...
  • Bright 8x8 RGB Pad Matrix - 64 RGB pads for launching clips in Ableton Live providing visual color feedback. Trigger everything from Loops, Vocals,...
  • 9 Assignable Faders - With 8 assignable faders + 1 master fader instantly map to Ableton Live's mixer for hands-on mix control of volume, pan, or...
  • Drum and Note Modes -The Drum sample mode features seamless integration with Ableton Drum Rack. With the inbuilt "Smart Scale View", Note mode enables...
Bestseller No. 11
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...
SaleBestseller No. 12
Korg, 1-Key Midi Controller (NANOKON2WH),White
  • Low-profile, multi-function control surface
  • New track select and marker advance parameters
  • Supports numerous software titles including major DAW programs
Bestseller No. 13
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. 14
STARRYPAD MIDI Pad Beat Maker by Donner, with 16 Beat Pads, 2 Assignable Fader & Knobs and Music...
  • 【16 Pad Controller with customizable lighting】 The midi drum pad STARRYPAD's 16 soft silicone backlit pads can trigger drums, samples, effects and...
  • 【Additional Control】STARRYPAD midi controller has an additional 2 faders, 2 knobs, and 3 buttons, to customize and match your virtual instrument....
  • 【Compatibility】The beat machine STARRYPAD is class compliant to work with everything and comes with a standard USB C power supply and data...
  • 【Customizable lighting】The midi controller pad STARRYPAD backlit pad lighting with 7 vibrant colors. Helps you group your instruments with a...
  • 【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. 15
Fesley MIDI Pad Beat Maker, USB MIDI Keyboard Controller With 16 Drum Pads for Beginner, 2...
  • BRILLIANT BEAT PRODUCTION: Fesley beat maker machine with 16 colorful velocity-sensitive pads and 3 pad banks provides 48 custom sound sources. Using...
  • LIGHT UP MUSIC IDEAS: The MIDI beat pad has a powerful NR function that provides more ways for music creation. Multi-color backlit pads provide a...
  • MUSICAL BEAT MACHINE: 4 velocity-sensitive curves feed your needs and respond to your strikes in real-time, and a durable silicone pad provides a more...
  • EASY TO CONNECT: Plug and play functionality, the drum pad machine has no driver installation required. Only need a USB cable so that you can easily...
  • LIGHTWEIGHT & PORTABLE: These ultra-light, thin, portable beat machine midi pads fit your backpack. Perfect for recording, performing, and traveling...
Bestseller No. 16
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. 17
midiplus Smartpad USB MIDI Controller
  • Smart PAD is designed for performance with Ableton Live (not include). In this manual, you will find instructions on how to connect the Smart PAD...
  • Smart PAD can also be used in "generic mode" as a controller with other virtual DJ applications that use MIDI protocol
  • ATTACHMENT: Owner's Manual, One standard USB Cable
  • NOTE: Refer the User Manual before use
Bestseller No. 18
LEKATO 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller With 8 Backlit Drum Pads, Bluetooth Semi Weighted Dynamic...
  • SMK25 Compact Keyboard - Lightweight SMK-25 MIDI keyboard with 25 Velocity-sensitive keys, which can be connected to your device wirelessly via...
  • Fully Assignable Controls - 8 Velocity-sensitive RGB backlit drum pads, 8 assignable encoder knobs, 2 capactive touch bar pitch bend to all your music...
  • Essential Music Production - Arpeggiator, note repeat, scale mode and smart chord, Transpose(record/play/pause) deliver a professional, versatile...
  • Complete Command - Compatible with Windows, Android, macOS and iOS,compatible with all digital audio worksstation, Ableton live,Fl...
  • Rechargeable Keyboard - No USB power required, easily connect to your DAW or studio equipment with USB Cable or Bluetooth. Automatic pairing with...
Bestseller No. 19
USB Volume Control Multimedia Controller Knob PC Volume Control Knob Speaker Audio Multimedia Volume...
  • ✔Plug and play: This USB volume controller supports Win10/8/7/Vista/ XP/Mac/Android/IOS, it can work just after connect well with the computer, Plug...
  • ✔One Key Mute:Connect the Multimedia Controller well first,during the sound outputing process, just need press the knob downward, the sound will be...
  • ✔Previous/Next Switch: Press the knob and not loose,at the same time rotate the knob to switch the previous or next music.
  • ✔Delicate convenient/Cable long enough:USB volume control consists of metal case and rotating shaft. It is equipped with breathing light and 6.57 ft...
  • ✔Multi Occasion Use: No extra power required, USB plug and play,The best volume control for listening music,watching videos, playing games, meeting,...
Bestseller No. 20
Synido MIDI Pad Beat Maker Machine with 16 RGB Beat Pads, USB Portable Mini MIDI Controller Pad with...
  • ✔️ [Easy Learning with Synido Midi Pad] Unlike others, with an intuitive layout, plenty of practicality, and easiness of use, Synido Midi pad...
  • ✔️ [Immersive Enjoyable Rhythm Game] Beat pad with dedicated controls set on board offers effective access to key features and functions while...
  • ✔️ [Brilliant Backlit Beat Machine] Nicely sized 16 Drum Pads with 3 memory banks for a total of 48 virtual pads, streamline your learning...
  • ✔️ [Full Programmability, Ultra-Precise Flexibility] Synido Midi pad controller is compatible with most DAWs. It offers ultra-precise flexibility...
  • ✔️ [High-speed Connectivity, Maximum Versatility>] Synido Midi Pad is highly versatile and can be used with any MIDI-enabled device, including...

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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 is an example of a MIDI controller?

A: Examples are keyboard controllers, electronic drums, drum pads, knobs, buttons, faders, etc. MIDI controllers don’t generate sounds. What they generate are MIDI messages.

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.