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When PreSonus talk about deep integration, they certainly mean it. This goes about as far into Studio One as we’ve seen
I don't even think it's a low velocity issue - because my double notes all seem to have similar velocity to the first (intended) hit. it's as if my initial hits are too fast and the pad doesn't register. SQ isn't a 99 dollar 'toy' product, is a 225USD cost product to make music with and I can't even use it for composing anything. My Atom 16-pad has one bad knob after 2 hrs of use. Someone at PreSonus needs to step up their game and be responsive if they are truly concerned about how their products are received. I know it's a challenge to get a sophisticated (mechanical / electrical) product out the door and still have room for profit. But, at a minimum, if users and testers see constant Double Triggers in midi notes, then: do something about it (don't ignore it and make believe it's not happening). I think all of us are well meaning and gave PreSonus a fair shot to do something to help, and they just don't care. More features -- no -- how 'bout getting these things not to double trigger (with a setup mode option to ignore the finger release double taps). These pads all have some bounce -- and musician's like bounce dynamics. We are being penalized here by not having our hands / fingers magically disappear after the first push down on the pads. In the real world, it takes time for our fingers to get off the pads. The world would be a sad place musically if our fingers aren't allowed to bounce a bit. That's why these Atoms are not playable. It seems like the physics of these pads was designed by someone who never bothered to listen to the results. Deep integration with Studio One. Studio One Artist production software for macOS® and Windows® included Pads – For anyone that has used a keyboard MIDI controller before, these pads are going to have a familiar feel to them. They are set up in such a way as to mimic a standard keyboard, making them very easy to jump in and start using right off the bat. That is not to say, however, that these pads are just carbon copies of a standard keyboard. They are actually much more versatile than that, as they can be used for a variety of different instruments. These pads will also change color according to the mode you are in, as well as the different melodic scales that you are using. This all works pretty seamlessly with the included Studio One bundle or Ableton Live. These pads are also pressured sensitive, which allows you to change the pitch so that you achieve exactly what you are looking for in your music.That means i have to press even harder despite having set the SOFT Velocity setting from SETUP to even register a note. Enjoy full expression with switchable polyphonic aftertouch, channel pressure, or MIDI CC message modes Elsewhere in the main Modes, you also get doubling up depending on which mode you are in. Within Instrument Mode there are well-featured arpeggiator and scale functions while in Edit and User modes (in the main setup) you can adjust how Atom’s controls operate. Solid control PreSonus built the Atom SQ explicitly for its own DAW, Studio One, and it shows. The integration between the two is excellent. The build quality is good, especially for the price, and the unique staggered layout bridges the gap between a traditional keyboard and a grid-based pad controller." Thanks for the replies edmisik and Robert. Sorry, my post hasnt been very clear, since I have multiple wants and was moving goal posts. I don't consider the Maschine for a control surface but for having great pads, buying into the NI eco system (the Komplete crossgrade sale price) and with the Maschine+ announcement there are bunch of them on the used marked you can get one for like 350€. The suggestion with the ATOM is good, I took another look at it and the integration seems way deeper than I first expected.
Hybrid MIDI keyboard/pad performance and production controller with Studio One® Artist and Ableton® Live Lite both included It's wishful thinking. As I stated above, after they've made several attempts to fix the core problem with firmware updates, it's improved slightly, but not improved nearly enough. I'm a bit restricted in how much I can say about this, but let's just say that I am VERY confident they understand what the core problem is. Whilst I totally understand the frustration, I would totally disagree that Presonus aren't trying to do anything although it's been slow. There are people in Presonus who have been extremely helpful, especially the Atom people. I have 14 days left to return the SQ and I am on the fence. I'm sure there are some smart people there are Presonus, but sometimes I really think they are completely clueless. Maybe there are some political / seniority issues going on there - because someone there isn't letting logic and quality prevail.And yes, the overall form factor and functionality of the ATOM SQ is really really good and inutitive and USEFUL. I really love the location and size and responsiveness of the touch strip. The endless encoder knobs feel solid and smooth, and are so easy to set up with Control Link to instantly dial in the Macro knobs from all your synth instruments (or any useful parameter on the synth). The command functions and the display are excellent. It's easy to navigate to useful functions. The colorized pads are really great for use with Impact XT drum kits. I do think they did a great job in many aspects, but need to clean this thing up so it's reliable and usable. Editor – As you might expect with a name like Editor, this mode allows you to edit your work right from the MIDI controller. Of course, you need to be using Studio One or Ableton to utilize this mode correctly, but it really helps to simplify the process. Instead of having to use a mouse or keyboard, you can cut out the middleman and use the ATOM SQ for all your editing needs.
because the whole purpose of spending good money (on a controller) is to be able to use the product as it is promoted / marketed Basically the only way to play in this case is to also set fixed velocity at 80% for example from inspector. That way at least you know that you need to press harder to pass the 4% minimum velocity set by NOTE FX and you will always register ~80% velocity (or whatever you chose) no matter what. When I play in S1 or Live 10, I'm getting tons of double notes - as if the aftertouch itself acts as a note trigger It's an insulting disgrace. Pretty on the outside, terrible results if you are looking for any nuance, dynamics or sanity. I have the regular Atom pad and not experiencing any double triggering. It plays very fast for me for finger drumming and supports poly aftertouch if that interests you. I dont know that Maschine does that..dint used to at the time anyway. you can adjust the pad sensitivity and other parameters. I'm not a banger on the pad. Used to use the Machine Mikro mk3 but like the Atom much better for the integration with Studio One and Ableton is great IMO, and much better priced than Maschine. I do like the Maschine percussion sounds much better than the Studio One sounds..it's a much more well rounded array of sounds. Those all came with my Native a49 keyboard.accidental 'bounces' or 'mis-triggers' that are less than 1/64 or 1/128 (time) after the previous (intended) trigger anyone who finger drums: will have some (natural) bounce to their finger (and this could be part of it) Instead of “Shift” use a different modifier like holding a “User” or “Instrument” button for A-H to work as MIDI CC buttons.
Removing velocity under 4% such as 3.9% (which is minimum it registers) makes you miss some of the notes as i stated.For example, when I'm composing, I leave the FP8 in "Edit Plugins" mode. When I open ANY instrument window or VST plugin window, the faders instantly jump to their current parameter assignments that I've set up. So for example, I can load an instrument preset and start playing notes/chords with my right hand on a MIDI controller, while my left hand slides pre-assigned faders up and down for the instrument's macro knobs, modulation wheel, output gain, etc. It makes it super fast to audition presets and dial in the sound I want (if it can be done via macro knob and mod wheel alone).
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