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Keith McMillen Instruments announces reservation list for their new Multi-Touch USB Foot Controller 12/08/10
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Keith McMillen Instruments have announced that they are accepting reservations for SoftStep, the first
multi-touch USB Foot Controller. The First 100 SoftSteps will be
available to select customers before the product hits the stores and
they will receive a free Batt-O-Meter. Here's what KMI have to say...
Whether used with an effects rack or popular software programs, this
innovative device frees musicians from heavy footswitch pedals while
expanding their control. Weighing in at just over a pound and fitting
into many laptop cases, SoftStep has limitless flexibility compared to
standard footswitches. Ten square sensor keys go beyond the simple on
and off commands by supporting multiple transducers per key, providing
five degrees of control freedom. Now each key can be used to
manipulate effects, computer programs, and multimedia. SoftStep also
has a four-direction navigation pedal, an alphanumeric LED display,
and backlit keys. SoftStep connects to a computer through USB and
contains Expansion and Expression ports. With the MIDI expansion
module, SoftStep can be used without a computer (Mac or PC). SoftStep features:
Ten keys each with 5 degrees of freedom.
Each sensor key controls up to 6 unique notes, CC's or Program Changes
Four character alphanumeric LED displays and 10 dual color key LEDs
give feedback even in bright stage lights
Weighs in at just over a pound. (Other devices with power supplies
can weigh 20 pounds.) Futuristic blue green backlight makes each key
stand out and easily identifiable
Extremely rugged design made with polycarbonate and graphite composites
USB powered-works with computer or standalone with MIDI Expander
Connects to popular software applications including Ableton Live,
Pro Tools, Logic, GarageBand, Cubase, Reason, Digital Performer and
more.
Each of SoftStep's ten keys has five degrees of motion that can be
preprogrammed to control effects, software, or multimedia via USB.
Once programmed, SoftStep can function disconnected from the computer
for more freedom. Each key is laid out to be easily accessed by foot
and can register movements such as up/down, left/right, inc/dec,
pressure and rotary motions. SoftStep also boasts an expression pedal
and expansion port, and offers optional MIDI in/out. A diamond shaped
array of 4 Navigation buttons can access presets or serve as a volume
pedal, scrub, or loop control. SoftStep easily accomplishes what
usually requires a sophisticated hand operated control surface. Pricing and Availability:
Customers who would like to reserve a SoftStep should visit the KMI
Website. More information: