Korg padKONTROL User Manual

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Getting Started:
Setting up the padKONTROL with a Computer 2
Making Noise
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Using the padKONTROL:
The Pads 2
The X-Y Pad
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The Knobs
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Tweaking and Customizing:
Settings- Pads, X-Y Pad, Knobs 4-5
Scenes – Loading and Saving
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Editor/Librarian Software; Restoring Factory settings
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• 16 great-feeling, illuminated trigger pads – each can control a different note or Continuous Controller message, –
control software instruments, effects, trigger loops, video clips and more!
• Eight dynamic curves for each pad or individual fixed level, and each can switch from momentary to toggle
• Built-in X-Y pad, based on Korg’s KAOSS Pad, to control flam, roll and much more!
• REALLY easy to use - every function is clearly marked and easy to find! Bright LED display provides instant visual
feedback… such as the velocity level just played!
• Included editor/librarian software lets you tweak and customize from your computer
• Includes Toontracks DFH Superior Korg Edition drum plugin- featuring over 260 MB of drum
samples, incorporating multiple velocities and mic positions!
• Two assignable knobs can control delay, panning, or any other MIDI-controller function
• Footswitch jack gives you more options for note entry and control
• 16 Scene locations can hold your own settings, or you can load any of the 30 presets
• USB provides bus power, and can be used as an external MIDI interface
• Illuminated pads/buttons and clean, cool styling adds a professional touch to any studio.

Korg padKONTROL Specifications

General

Pad color	White
Number of pads	16
MIDI-keyboard number of keys	0 keys
Display type	LED
Display digits	3 digits
Built-in display	Yes
Product color	Black
Interface	USB
Power source type	DC, USB
Bundled software	padKONTROL Editor/Librarian

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	234 mm
Width	314 mm
Height	55 mm
Weight	960 g

Summary

Getting Started

Setting up the padKONTROL with a Computer

Guides users through software installation and USB connection for initial device setup.

Making Noise

Provides basic checks and troubleshooting steps to ensure sound output after setup.

Using the padKONTROL

The Pads

Explains the sensitive trigger pads, their responsiveness, and illuminated feedback features.

The X-Y Pad

Details the X-Y pad's functionality for controlling effects like Roll and Flam.

The Knobs

Describes the two assignable knobs and their role in controlling various functions.

Tweaking and Customizing

Settings

Introduces the process of accessing and navigating the device's settings for customization.

Pad Settings

Covers detailed pad configuration: note, MIDI channel, switch type, and velocity response.

X-Y Pad Settings

Explains how to configure the X-Y pad's function, including pitch bend, aftertouch, and CC messages.

Knob Settings

Details how to assign functions and CC values to the two assignable knobs.

Scenes

Introduces the concept of scenes for saving and recalling custom setups.

Loading a Scene

Explains how to select and load one of the 16 available scene locations.

Saving a Scene

Details the procedure for saving custom configurations as scenes.

Editor/Librarian Software

Restoring the Factory Settings

Provides instructions on how to reset the device to its original factory presets.