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Description
The M-Audio Trigger Finger MIDI Controller is a versatile tool for musicians looking to enhance their live performances and studio work. This 16-pad MIDI controller is designed to give you the tactile control you need to craft beats, trigger samples, and manipulate effects with precision. Its intuitive layout makes it easy to integrate into any setup, whether you're a seasoned producer or a newcomer to digital music production.
The Trigger Finger is equipped with 16 velocity-sensitive pads, allowing for dynamic drum programming and expressive sample triggering. Its eight assignable knobs and four faders provide extensive control over your virtual instruments and effects, enabling seamless real-time adjustments during your sessions. With USB connectivity, it ensures a hassle-free setup, instantly recognized by most DAWs, making it a reliable partner in both studio and live environments.
Ideal for electronic musicians, DJs, and producers, the Trigger Finger is a compact yet powerful addition to your gear collection. Its robust design and intuitive interface make it a must-have for any musician looking to push their creative boundaries.
Key Features:
- 16 velocity-sensitive pads for dynamic performance
- Eight assignable knobs and four faders for extensive control
- USB connectivity for easy integration with DAWs
- Compatible with most music production software
- Ideal for live performances and studio work
- Compact design for easy portability
- Durable build for long-lasting use
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Reviews
PROS
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Ideal for finger drumming and control changes
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Affordable yet high quality for beginners and pros alike
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Portable for on-the-go and tabletop producing
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100% assignable and customizable
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Compatible with various setups
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Velocity sensitive pads enhance performance
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Favored by notable artists for live setups
CONS
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Software can be difficult and annoying to navigate
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Learning curve for setup and customization
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Lacks the ability to change octaves directly
Critic Reviews
4.0 out of 5
Based on 13 Reviews and 45 Ratings
6150
Neat drum pads.
Nice midi controller for finger drumming and control changes. I bought this because I was looking for a cheap drum pad controller and I know that Skrillex used to use this in his live setups.
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Software challenges hinder initial use
I bought this and am still learning how to program it. The software is annoying, so it's a barrier to entry. So far it's just waiting to be used...
145
once you get it to run, it wont stop
had a bit of a time getting this guy running. after the initial learning curve, works like a champ. 100% assignable and customization.
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Skrillex's former live setup included an M-Audio Trigger Finger MIDI Controller. As of 2012, he switched to using CDJ's.
1:44 "I started out with a laptop and a couple of Midi controllers, just like the simple M-Audio Trigger Finger or the Korg Kontrol 49."
For a while the M-Audio Trigger Finger was a part of Flying Lotus' live setup, but after 2008 the Akai MPD32 seems to be his controller of choice.
Bassnectar used to use two M-Audio Trigger Finger Controllers in his live show, but has since switched to using custom controllers built by 60 Works. 37 seconds into this video, one can spot the Trigger Finger in front of Bassnectar himself.
At 0:20, Paul Van Dyk is seen using an M-Audio Midi Controller in this Ableton video.
In this early video of The Glitch Mob, we see the members taping multiple Trigger Fingers to a table to perform live on the streets of San Francisco.
In the live performance on KEXP, Ólafur Arnalds can be seen using the M-Audio Trigger Finger MIDI Controller placed on top of his keyboard.
In the "New Divide (Official Music Video) [4K Upgrade]" by Linkin Park, at the timestamp of 0:25, Joe Hahn can be observed utilizing multiple M-Audio Trigger Finger MIDI Controllers to the left of his setup, confirming his use of this specific gear. This evidence is presented in a video published by the official Linkin Park YouTube channel.
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