Fender has announced the availability of two Motion professional creative controllers — in 16 and 32 pad versions — featuring built-in songwriting tools and dedicated DAW control, aimed at songwriters and producers of all genres.
Features include a built-in chord mode for playing custom-voiced progressions and assignable scales, the ability to finger drum, sequence, mix, perform live and in the studio.
The Motion 32 version is not simply a scaled-up version of the Motion 16, as the layout is configured differently to suit a preferred playing style. Whereas the M16 has the familiar 4×4 grid of larger pads front and centre, with other controls above and to the sides, the M32 features a set of keyboard-esque two-row smaller pads. The rows are offset but there are 16 pads on each, so it’s not quite the white/black key layout – however RGB lighting can help with orientation if the pads are being used like a traditional music keyboard.
Motion pairs natively with Fender Studio Pro, for which a perpetual licence is included with every purchase of the controller, but it can also play nicely with other DAWs.
Key Features
- Fender Studio pro Integration — For an intuitive and uniquely connected experience, Motion offers deep integration with Fender Studio Pro. Fender Studio Pro perpetual license is included with purchase of Fender Motion 16 or 32.
- Playable Chord Progressions and Scales — Over 30 iconic, playable human-made progressions and assignable scales with organic voicings let creators start creating instantly, without memorizing patterns.
- Available in 16 and 32 Pads — Fender Motion offers two configurations of professional-grade FATAR pads, so players can choose the setup that fits their creative process and performance style.
- RGB Touch Encoders and Touch Strips — The RGB Touch Encoders and Touch Strips offer tactile control over virtual instruments, effects and mixer functions in Fender Studio Pro.
- Hands-on Session Control — Without leaving the creative flow or reaching for the mouse, players can navigate tracks, plug-in controls, transport and other events in Fender Studio Pro.
- Context-aware FATAR Pads — Built in partnership with FATAR, the world-renowned keybed experts, these pads represent FATAR’s first-ever pad design bringing their premium craftsmanship to drums, chords, melodies and scales for expressive control exactly when players need it.
- Instant “add” Button — With the Instant “Add” Button, players can quickly add virtual instruments, audio tracks or effects without interrupting creative flow in Fender Studio Pro.
- Real-time Performance and Editing — Creators can shape sounds, edit instrument parts and mix with the same tactile control used in Fender Studio Pro.
- DAW Compatibility — Motion is compatible with other major DAWs, allowing for ultimate flexibility and freedom.
- MIDI I/O — Connect external synths, drum machines and hybrid setups for computer-free or mixed workflows.
The Motion 32 retails for $329.99 and the Motion 16 at $269.99.
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