Nektar Panorama P6 61-key MIDI Controller Keyboard
Spectacular and deep integration with Bitwig Studio, Cubase, Logic Pro, MainStage, Reaper and Reason puts the spotlight on performance and creativity. Keyboard and pads are dynamic, sensitive and balanced carefully with a solid feel that allows for complete expression.
All this, combined with 93 real-time controls available at any one time, makes Panorama the definitive keyboard controller for Bitwig Studio, Cubase, Logic Pro & Reason.
Product Features
- Control Bitwig Studio, Logic Pro X, Reason, Cubase, or Nuendo from a single device
- 61-note weighted velocity-sensitive keyboard w/aftertouch
- 100 mm ALPS motorized fader
- 12 pads with velocity and pressure sensitivity
- 16 encoders, 9 45mm faders, 10 assignable LED buttons, 20 preset locations store all settings including links to keyboard, pad and F-keys maps
An outstanding overall controller I have only good things to say about this controller. However, my use case may be unlike that of many readers, so some background is in order:First off, I’m using the P6 with Ableton Live 9, not Reason. Actually, I think of this as a selling point for Nektar, that the device is perfectly useable in any environment, and can be deeply integrated. The Nektar website provides templates for various DAWs if such integration is desired.Secondly, I’m using the P6 almost…
A few more refinements and this would be 5 stars Still haven’t buckled down and learned this thing (P6) in and out but so far it its pretty damn good. Not perfect though… the pads leave MUCH to be desired in the sensitivity and tactile feel department. But the keys are great, and the weight is perfect. The 3×4 inch “display” is a little pixelated and a hassle to navigate. Some are complaining that its too hard or stiff to press down, I haven’t had that problem… its not a keyboardist controller with non-weighted keys, it isn’t…
Better than I expected First off, I use Logic Pro X. I was using a Nektar LX25 because of the space saving and it was great but I soon realized I needed more keys. Since my experience with the LX series was flawless I decided to check out the P4. It looked a little pricey compared to its competition but I assure you this thing is in another league. This isn’t a cheap plastic lightweight controller with toy-like feeling keys. This is a solid well built instrument. I noticed in other reviews that there was…