STEINBERG CMC-PD - Pad Controller

The Steinberg CMC-PD Cubase Pad Controller lets you create rhythmic grooves and patterns in Cubase and Nuendo. With this hand-size controller you will effortlessly produce new beats and control your favorite DAW functions on stage and in the studio.

The CMC-PD Pad Controller features 16 backlit touch sensitive rubber pads, giving you instant visual feedback of your playing dynamics. Laid out in the familiar MPC 4x4 style, MPC users will feel right at home. The CMC-PD works with any virtual instruments including Steinberg's Groove Agent One or any other external sound module attached to your computer. Assign MIDI notes to each pad with the intuitive PD Editor software that comes free with the CMC-PD Pad Controller. The included rotary encoder lets you browse through your sounds and presets quickly.

Use the Steinberg CMC-PD with other Steinberg CMC series controllers (available separately) for a customisable and integrated DAW experience. The Steinberg CMC-PD is designed for all DAW users who need a portable and versatile solution to create world-class beats, at an affordable price.

The main features of the CMC-PD include:

• USB-powered MIDI pad controller
• Backlit pads light up in green, orange or red depending on velocity
• Bank function provides 15 different MIDI note allocation maps (banks 1–8: variable user banks, banks 9–15: fixed factory banks, and bank 16: dedicated Cubase functions)
• 4 Velocity mode speeds up step recording
• CMC-PD editor software included
• Compatible with Nuendo 5.0, Cubase 6 / Cubase Artist 6 / Cubase Elements 6, Cubase 5.5.1 / Cubase Studio 5.5.1 / Cubase Essential 5.1.1, Cubase AI 6.0.0 / 5.1.1