ATOM SQ: Hybrid MIDI Keyboard / Pad Performance and Production Controller

Description
The PreSonus ATOM SQ is a versatile hybrid MIDI keyboard/pad performance and production controller that’s ideal for creating hip-hop, EDM, or any other style of music. Quickly and easily craft beats and melodies with the remarkable staggered pad layout that’s familiar and intuitive to both keyboard players and step sequencer fans.
The touch strips can be assigned to control any parameter from filter cutoff to panning, while the 32 pressure- and velocity-sensitive pads support polyphonic aftertouch. The context-sensitive LCD screen provides easy feedback for common functions and the eight endless rotary encoders control are readily assignable to any control parameter.
Additional features include navigation and transport controls, an onboard arpeggiator, and a constrain-to-scale function that prevents wrong notes. This complete music production package includes Studio One Artist, Ableton Live Lite, and two loop packs and custom kits for Impact XT. The ATOM SQ is USB bus powered and ships with a USB cable.
Key Features:

A complete music production package with hybrid MIDI keyboard/pad performance and production controller and Studio One Artist and Ableton Live Lite (both included)
32 velocity- and pressure-sensitive, RGB LED pads in a unique, staggered layout; intuitive for keyboard players and step sequencer fans
Context-sensitive screen displays valuable parameter information including CC assignments, swing, and much more
Eight endless rotary encoders can be easily configured to control nearly any software parameter
Deep integration with Studio One’s Pattern editor for intuitive step sequencer programming
Expressive arpeggiator for dramatic, easily-performed melodies
Includes custom-curated content libraries for ATOM SQ
Constrain to Scale feature puts an end to wrong notes forever
USB bus-powered for easy connectivity and maximum portability

Specifications

USB / MIDI Controller

MIDI Control Surfaces
8 x Rotary Encoders (Assignable)32 x Pads (Assignable, Pressure/Velocity-Sensitive)

Performance Functions
Arpeggiator, Sequencer

Connectivity

I/O
1 x USB Type-B Bus-Power

Wireless Transmission
None

Power

Power Options
USB Bus Power

Computer system requirements:
Below are the minimum computer-system requirements for ATOM with Studio One 5 or later:
macOS®

macOS® 10.13 or higher (64-bit only)
Intel® Core™ i3 or better
Minimum 4GB RAM / Recommended 8GB or more

Windows®

Windows® 10 (64-bit only)
Intel® Core™ i3/AMD A10 processor or better
Minimum 4GB RAM / Recommended 8GB or more

Mac and Windows Systems

USB 2.0 port
Internet connection (needed for software installation and activation)
Monitor with 1366 x 768 resolution (high-dpi monitor recommended)
20 GB hard-drive space (for Studio One and ATOM SQ-exclusive content)
Universal Control 3.3 or later (for firmware updates)
Studio One 5+ required for native integration

Technical Specifications

Input

Connection Type
USB-C™ compatible USB 2.0 connection (bus-powered)

Pads, Buttons, and Knobs

 
32 velocity- and pressure-sensitive, RGB LED pads

 
16 assignable buttons

 
8 endless rotary knobs

 
1 Assignable multifunction touch strip

Dimensions

Height
0.98” (25 mm)

Depth
6.8” (172 mm)

Width
14.25” (362 mm)

Weight
2 lb. (0.91 kg)