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    Review: PreSonus ATOM SQ

    Feb 03, 2021 6 minutes
    by Jan Wilking

    Features

    USB Controller

    Optimized for Studio One

    32 RGB Pads

    Polyphonic Aftertouch

    8 Encoders

    Multifunctional Touch Strip

    Arpeggiator/Sequencer

    Dimensions: 362 x 172 x 25 mm

    Weight: 0,91 kg

    Facts

    Manufacturer: PreSonus

    Web: presonus.com

    Purchase: Specialty Shops

    Price: 239 Euro

    ▲ Compact Form

    ▲ 32 Pads

    ▲ Usable as a Keyboard

    ▲ Polyphonic Aftertouch

    ▲ Configurable Touchstrip

    ▲ Arpeggiator

    ▲ DAW Integration (S1/Live)

    ▲ Step Sequencer (S1)

    ▼ No Display of Controller Assignment

    Alternatives

    Novation Launchpad

    from 87 Euro

    novationmusic.com

    Akai MPD232

    199 Euro

    akai-pro.de

    Arturia BeatStep Pro

    220 Euro

    arturia.com

    This controller makes a solid impression. The eight large endless knobs have a pleasant resistance, and the buttons have a noticeable pressure point. The 32 multicolored, illuminated pads are smaller than those on Maschine or comparable pad controllers at about 2.5 x 1.5 cm, but they offer a good playing feel. They are velocity sensitive and also handle aftertouch (even polyphonic aftertouch). A freely configurable touch strip with

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