Phantom Instruments S49 Universal MIDI Sequencer & C45

video uploads by Phantom Instruments

Playlist:

1. Phantom Instruments S49 - Pitch Overview
2. Phantom Instruments S49 - Mutes Overview
3. Phantom Instruments S49 - Tracks Overview
4. Phantom Instruments S49 - Steps Overview
5. Phantom Instruments S49 | C45 - Short Live Demo Jam


Playlist:

1. Phantom Instruments S49 | C45 - Short Live Demo Jam
2. Phantom Instruments C45 - Short Live Techno Jam
3. Phantom Instruments C45 - Full Techno Jam with Ableton Live
4. Phantom Instruments - C45 (Promo)


S49 | Technical Specifications.

Overview
Universal MIDI sequencer for hardware and software instruments
USB-powered, class-compliant (no drivers required)
Length: 304mm
Width: 109mm
Height (including knobs and feet): 45mm
Weight: 900 grams

Connectivity
USB MIDI
3.5 mm (1/8”) TRS MIDI: In, Out
All TRS connections are Type A / B configurable
CV Out x 8
Gate Out x 8
Clock In & Clock Out

Sequencer
16-track MIDI step sequencer
8 patterns per track (currently)
16 steps per pattern (currently)

Tracks
16 independent tracks
Per-track name, colour, MIDI channel, and output mode
Independent patterns, loop length, play mode, scale, and key
Mute groups, armed mutes, and per-track transposition

Step Data
Pitch
Velocity
Probability
Ratchet
Gate / note length
CC value

Patterns
Pattern chaining
Copy, clear, and rotate patterns
Adjustable loop length

Playback
Forward
Reverse
Ping pong
Pendulum
Random

Generation
Euclidean step generation
Random and Perlin variation
Density control
Shuffle, rotate, reset, and invert tools
Rhythmic step presets


Scale / Key
Scale quantized pitch sequencing
Selectable root note
Major, minor, dorian, mixolydian, pentatonic, and blues scales

Groove
Swing amount
Swing, lilt, push, and bounce groove modes

Performance
Track mutes and mute groups
Momentary solo and mute controls
8th-note and 16th-note fills
Ratchet fills
Accent performance mode

MIDI
USB MIDI note output
USB MIDI CC output
Internal clock or external MIDI clock sync
Per-track MIDI channel control

LED Rings
16 LED rings, one for each step encoder
Each ring acts as a live value meter for instant value feedback

Parameter Display
Pitch level
Velocity level
CC value
Probability amount
Ratchet amount
Gate / note length
Mutes

Display
Built-in OLED display with protective window
On-device configuration interface
Visual feedback display showing exactly what you need to know

Firmware & Software
User-upgradable firmware
Feature requests will be supported (and encouraged)

Enclosure
Durable black metal enclosure

Power
USB-C bus-powered

System Requirements
macOS or Windows with USB 1.0 or higher
Any standard USB hub supported
MIDI hardware with standard MIDI I/O (optional)

In the Box
Phantom Instruments S49 MIDI Sequencer
USB-C cable (1 meter)
TRS to DIN5 MIDI adaptor
TRS 3.5mm cable (1 meter)



C45 Technical Specifications.

Overview
Universal MIDI controller for hardware and software instruments
USB-powered, class-compliant (no drivers required)
Length: 304mm
Width: 109mm
Height (including knobs and feet): 45mm
Weight: 900 grams

MIDI & Connectivity
USB MIDI
3.5 mm (1/8”) TRS MIDI: In, Out (x2), Thru
All TRS connections are Type A / B configurable
MIDI IN Routing: Choose whether incoming MIDI is sent to THRU only or merged with MIDI OUT
Per-control MIDI output routing: Route each control to USB, MIDI Out, MIDI Thru or all outputs simultaneously
Per-control MIDI channel assignment (channels 1–16)
Supported MIDI messages (currently): Control Change, Note (on/off), Pitch, Program Change,
Channel Aftertouch, Poly Aftertouch

Banks
16 banks (each control is independently configurable per bank)
Bank import / export via the online editor for unlimited setups and backup

45 Control Inputs
Knobs / Potentiometers – 24 configurable rotary pots with rubber knobs, standard 7-bit MIDI resolution (0–127)
Faders – 4 × 45 mm configurable faders, standard 7-bit MIDI resolution (0–127)
Buttons – 16 configurable buttons (with RGB/LED feedback), Multi Layer Per Bank (Layer A, Layer B)
Push Encoder – 1 encoder with push function and detents (18 pulses)

Control Configuration
Configure up to 720 control elements (16 banks x 45 controls)
Every control can be individually named and assigned its own MIDI channel, mode, message values, and MIDI output

Pot & Fader Modes
Control Change
Dual CC
Pitch
Program Change
Channel Aftertouch
Poly Aftertouch

Pot & Fader Settings
Channel
Control Change Number
Note Number
Minimum / Maximum Range
Inversion
Pickup / Snap Mode

Button Modes
Toggle (CC)
Momentary (CC)
Toggle (Note)
Momentary (Note)
Program Change

Button Settings
2 Layers Per Bank (Layer A, Layer B)
Channel
Control Change Number
Note Number
On / Off Velocity Values
Program Number
Assignable RGB LED Color (16 colors)

Push Encoder Modes
Live / MIDI - Relative Control Change, Note (on/off)
Configuration

Push Encoder Settings
Channel
Control Change Number
Rotate Left / Right (CC Values)
Note Number
On / Off Velocity Values

Display
Built-in OLED display with protective window
On-device configuration interface
Visual feedback showing control label, MIDI values, channel, bank

Firmware & Software
User-upgradable firmware (via online editor)
Configure the entire controller from your browser or using the built-in display
Feature requests will be supported (and encouraged)

Enclosure
Durable black metal enclosure

Power
USB-C bus-powered

System Requirements
macOS or Windows with USB 1.0 or higher
Any standard USB hub supported
MIDI hardware with standard MIDI I/O (optional)

In the Box
Phantom Instruments C45 MIDI Controller
USB-C cable (1 meter)
TRS to DIN5 MIDI adaptor
TRS 3.5mm cable (1 meter)