Keith McMillen Has Passed Away

Some sad news in via Keith McMillen Instruments

"It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Keith McMillen.

Keith McMillen, a pioneering force in audio and music technology, passed away this week leaving behind a legacy of innovation and a profound impact on the music industry. Born July 10, 1957 in Bermuda, Keith dedicated his life to revolutionizing how live interactive music is played and experienced.

A passionate advocate for the intersection of technology and music, Keith’s academic foundation was laid at the University of Illinois, where he earned a BS in Acoustics under the mentorship of James Beauchamp. He further honed his skills in classical guitar and composition under the guidance of Herbert Brun, Scott Wyatt, and Sal Martirano. Over the years, Keith developed MAPPS, an integrated computer composition, notation, and performance system that became the bedrock of his group TrioMetrik.

Keith’s professional journey began in 1979 when he founded Zeta Music, a company that would become synonymous with the modern violin. His revolutionary electronic instrument designs set new standards in the music industry, creating a market that continues to influence musicians today.

In 1992, as Vice President at Gibson Guitars, Keith founded G-WIZ, an R&D lab where he developed ZIPI, a groundbreaking musical instrument control language that evolved into the Open Sound Control (OSC) protocol and lay the foundation for MPE and MIDI 2.0.

In 2005, Keith founded Keith McMillen Instruments, a company that quickly became known for its cutting-edge approach to musical technology using patented Smart Fabric sensors. Keith established the company to bring his innovative vision to life, and under his leadership KMI introduced groundbreaking products that combined Smart Fabric with musical artistry, including the K-Bow, QuNeo, QuNexus and K-Board Pro. These instruments, recognized for their versatility and advanced capabilities, reflected Keith’s dedication to pushing the boundaries of what was possible in music technology. His work through the company solidified his reputation as a pioneer in the field and left a lasting impact on the music industry.

In 2014, Keith founded BeBop Sensors with a mission to expand Smart Fabric applications into the fields of wearable sensors and haptics. This led to the development of several products and patents, including virtual reality gloves and insole sensors. This work inspired Keith to form Sensible Robotics, a new company where Keith focused his full attention on Making Robots Feel Better™ by using Smart Fabric to develop robotic skin.

Keith McMillen’s work exemplified a lifelong commitment to exploring how computer intelligence and user interface can enhance and expand musical performance. His passing is a great loss to the world of music and technology, but his innovations and achievements will continue to inspire and shape the future of both fields."

His instruments have been featured throughout numerous posts here on MATRIXSYNTH (271 posts to date including this one). You can find a handful of posts featuring Zeta here.

Keith McMillen Instruments Announces SoftStep2 and K-Mix Controllers

Keith McMillen Instruments Published on Jan 22, 2015 Keith McMillen Instruments

"An introduction to some of the functionality of the SoftStep 2 made by Keith McMillen Instruments."

Introducing K-Mix

Published on Jan 22, 2015

"K-Mix is the next generation audio interface and programmable mixer for studio and stage from Keith McMillen Instruments."

"K-Mix is an unbreakable 8 in 10 out audio interface and programmable mixer with 2 ultra accurate low noise μPre preamps, and a precision opto-tactile control surface that was designed from the ground up for an unprecedented level of control.

The new μPre preamps provide superb high efficiency, ultra accurate gain. K-Mix is a go anywhere, fully programmable, audio multi-tool with integrated 8-channel surround sound. Because it has no moving parts, K-Mix can be transported without the fear of breaking off a fader or knob. For home recording enthusiasts and artist on the go, K-Mix fits in your backpack and allows you to fine tune your sound in the studio or on stage."

QuNeo Now Supported by Over 30 Popular Music Applications

"QuNeo Now Supported by Over 30 Popular Music Applications

Exciting new integration for FL Studio, Reason, VirtualDJ and Spark

BERKELEY, California – June 27, 2013 – Keith McMillen Instruments, developer of the most expressive instruments for making music with computers, announced today a new wave of music software integration for its QuNeo 3D Multi-touch pad controller.

QuNeo, the most expressive pad controller on the market, is now the most widely supported. QuNeo works out of the box with over 30 music applications, yet allows for easy tweaking to suit every player's needs.

This video [above] shows over 30 applications that can be controlled by QuNeo!

FL Studio 11
FL Studio is one of the most widely used music production software applications. The recent release FL Studio 11 by Image-Line Software includes native support for QuNeo and a new Performance mode for clip-launching.

"Image-Line is happy to include QuNeo as a supported MIDI controller in FL Studio," said Image-Line Communications Manager, Scott Fisher. "FL Studio 11's new Performance mode allows QuNeo users to do live triggering of their playlist clips."


QuNeo launching clips in FL Studio 11's new Performance mode.


Reason 7
Reason is a popular and powerful music production studio from Propellerhead Software. Released in April, Reason 7 includes built in control surface support for QuNeo.

“Controlling Reason with QuNeo gives you a different way to approach your music making, and the unique controller offers some really exciting features for interacting with your Reason rack,” said Propellerhead Product Specialist, Mattias Häggström Gerdt.

It's now easier than ever to use QuNeo's X-Y location and pressure sensitive pads to bring expressive levels of performance control to Reason. Each of QuNeo's pads can act as both a keyboard key and a 3-D effects joystick. QuNeo's additional sliders, rotaries and buttons provide even more ways to interact with Reason.

VirtualDJ
VirtualDJ is a popular DJ software application with a large, world-wide user base. In partnership with KMI, Atomix Productions has developed a QuNeo preset and control surface mapping for VirtualDJ which provides a wide range of performance options.

"It was a real pleasure working with QuNeo and the KMI staff to bring such a versatile product to VirtualDJ users, and we look forward to working with other products from Keith McMillen," said Atomix Hardware Development Engineer, Chris Stoll.

Users can scratch, crossfade between decks, alter the tempo of tracks, control loops, filters, effects and key changes, access cue points, and trigger samples. When scratching with QuNeo’s rotaries, looping or hot cue triggering, users can leverage Virtual DJ’s “Slip Mode” which automatically returns the track to the point where it would be if none of these actions had occurred.

Arturia Spark
Arturia's innovative software instruments are a natural fit with QuNeo. In partnership with Arturia, KMI has developed QuNeo control surface mappings and a custom QuNeo preset for Spark, Spark Vintage Drum Machines, Spark DubStep and Spark EDM.

Using QuNeo factory presets, users can play individual pads or drum patterns, perform drum loop manipulation, and control effects. The custom Spark QuNeo preset provides more advanced features like additional effects control, the use of QuNeo’s rotaries, and the ability to activate transport controls from QuNeo.

Learn more at www.keithmcmillen.com/QuNeo/tour/.

About Keith McMillen Instruments
Keith McMillen Instruments develops innovative hardware and software technologies that allow musicians to interface with computers in exciting new ways. Based in Berkeley, California, KMI's products provide today's modern musician with the tools needed to bring new dimensions of expression and control to their performance. We believe when a computer is played as a musical instrument it should feel and respond like one, with all the nuance and sensitivity that makes an instrument musical."

QuNeos on eBay

K-Board Pro 4 Ableton 11.3 MPE Updates Analog, Electric, Collision and Tension Synths

video upload by Keith McMillen Instruments

"The Ableton 11.3 update brings MPE to the Analog, Electric, Collision and Tension synths. KMI Product Specialist and Ableton Certified Trainer Kevin Mah runs us through this update with examples to get up and running with K-Board Pro 4 and Ableton MPE."

Ableton Live 11.3 K-Board Pro 4 MPE Jam

video upload by Keith McMillen Instruments

QuNexusRED MPE MIDI Sequencer and Arpeggiator by Keith McMillen Instruments - Arturia Pigments Demo

video upload by Keith McMillen Instruments

"QuNexus is a powerful MPE keyboard controller and three track arpeggiator/step sequencer. Its 25 touch-sensitive keys detect velocity, polyphonic aftertouch, and per-key tilt, giving you unprecedented control and musical expression.

Each of the three arpeggiator/sequencer tracks can be programmed with up to 32 steps, 10 selectable arpeggiator patterns, and can be independently assigned to USB, MIDI, and Eurorack outputs.

Blue and white LEDs illuminate the keys during arpeggiations, step sequences, and playback.

QuNexus can control MIDI hardware using the included MIDI Out cable or our optional MIDI Expander (sold separately). You can connect to modular synthesizers via the gate, three CV outputs, and two CV inputs, all of which can be assigned using the QuNexus Editor software, which is compatible with Windows and MacOS."

QuNexus Now Shipping

"QuNexus: the World's First Portable, Professional Keyboard
The Most Playable, Portable, and Powerful Keyboard Controller Now Shipping

BERKELEY, California – May 21, 2013 – Keith McMillen Instruments is proud to announce the shipping of its QuNexus Smart Sensor Keyboard Controller to customers around the world.

The next generation of portable keyboards
Featuring huge performance capabilities in a tiny footprint, QuNexus gives unprecedented expressive control with KMI's patented Smart Sensor technology that transmits pressure, tilt, polyphonic aftertouch, and velocity. QuNexus unites four generations of synthesis–CV, MIDI, USB, and OSC–for maximum flexibility.

“QuNexus is the most important evolution in keyboards since the Erard Escapement was introduced to pianos in 1821,” said KMI founder, Keith McMillen. “QuNexus gives keyboardists forms of expression that were only available to string and horn players. Although playful in appearance, it performs and feels like a serious instrument.”

QuNexus re-imagines the portable MIDI keyboard with 25 vividly illuminated, Smart Sensor keys that are uniquely interactive and fun to play. QuNexus is designed to talk to analog synthesizers with Control Voltage (CV), USB, 5-pin MIDI hardware, and networked OSC applications.

"We are very excited about the arrival of QuNexus," said John Grabowski, Senior Director of Merchandising at Sweetwater Sound. "Its innovative design and unique capabilities have already translated into strong pre-order demand."

Powerful: crank up your performance
Pros are loving the expressive power of polyphonic aftertouch, channel rotation, poly pitch bend, and the ability to incorporate analog synthesizers with Control Voltage (CV).

"I'm having a great time playing QuNexus. KMI is making products that push the boundaries," said keyboard virtuoso, Jordan Rudess.

"Apart from being a slick, portable USB controller with the unique key tilt feature, QuNexus is a convenient MIDI to CV and CV to MIDI converter, and is extremely useful for integrating my analog gear into the digital world," said electronic musician, DJ and remixer, Jonah Sharp aka Spacetime Continuum.

QuNexus' revolutionary keys can be played faster and more accurately than those of a traditional keyboard. Individual key pressure and tilt sensitivity enable fresh nuance.

"QuNexus is a dope piece of equipment for playing chords and lead lines, and I really like how I can express with the tilt pitch bend and get creative like a guitar or horn player, and do things pianos can't do," said pianist, M.C., and producer, Kev Choice.

Native: plug and play
QuNexus is easy to use because it is class compliant and works with iOS, Android, Mac OS, Windows, and Linux with no additional software drivers required. QuNexus is a powerful companion for a wide variety of music software applications such as Reason, Kontakt, Ableton Live, Logic, Arturia software synths, AudioMulch, Animoog, and GarageBand.

Portable: jam anytime, anywhere
Highly portable, durable, and USB powered, QuNexus allows performers to create and perform songs on the go with synths and piano apps easily downloaded to an iPad or laptop. QuNexus pairs very well with popular piano and music learning apps such as Synthesia, Piano Legend, Symphonix Evolution, and Pianist Pro. QuNexus requires very little power and will play all day.

"QuNexus is solving a big problem for a lot of laptop musicians who want a really portable, but powerful, keyboard controller," said recording artist and sound designer, Richard Devine.


QuNexus Details:
- 25 Smart Sensor keys detect velocity, pressure, and tilt
- Polyphonic pitch bend and aftertouch
- 2 CV/Gate inputs; Gate and 3 CV Outputs (16-bit)
- Pitch bend pad
- Octave up/down buttons provide a 7 octave range
- USB powered, receives power directly from iOS device or Mac/PC
- Class compliant for iOS, Android, Mac OS, Windows and Linux, no drivers required
- Portable: 3.3" (84 mm) x 12.8" (325 mm) x 0.43" (11 mm), 0.76 lb (345 g)

QuNexus has a street price of $149.00 USD.

Learn more at http://www.keithmcmillen.com/qunexus/overview.

About Keith McMillen Instruments
Keith McMillen Instruments develops innovative hardware and software technologies that allow musicians to interface with computers in exciting new ways. Based in Berkeley, California, KMI's provides musicians with tools that add new dimensions of expression and control to their performances. We believe when a computer is played as a musical instrument it should feel and respond like one, with all the nuance and sensitivity that makes an instrument musical."

QuNexus on eBay

K-Board MPE Tutorial with VCV Rack

KMI K-Board-C MPE VCV Rack demo video upload by Keith McMillen Instruments


video upload by Keith McMillen Instruments

"A tutorial on using Keith McMillen Instruments K-Board MPE with VCV Rack

00:00 Intro to K-Board MPE and VCV Rack
00:56 VCV Rack Setup Guide - Getting Sound
01:40 Adding modules to rack (simple mixer, reverb)
03:17 Patch from Scratch - basic monophonic synth
05:30 Triggering envelopes with K-Board
06:57 Connecting K-Board pitch to oscillators
09:35 Using a slew limiter to achieve portomento
11:13 Patching polyphony
13:03 Setting up and patching MPE
16:02 Example performance patches

VCV Rack Modules used in this tutorial by Surge XT, Audible Instruments, Befaco, Bog Audio, Repelzen and Valley"

QuNeo "Enhanced Note Mode" Performance Video

Published on Jun 12, 2013

"QuNeo Enhanced Note Mode Software lets you play in tune whenever you play QuNeo. Download the Max For Live Device and Standalone Version here:
http://www.keithmcmillen.com/QuNeo/do..."

QuNeos on eBay

Update: and the press release:

"Limitless Fun with QuNeo's Enhanced Note Mode!
Now available as a free standalone app or Max for Live device

BERKELEY, California – June 13, 2013 – Keith McMillen Instruments, developer of the most expressive instruments for making music with computers, announced today its Enhanced Note Mode for QuNeo 3D Multi-touch Pad Controller.

Take your QuNeo performance to the next level
QuNeo's new Enhanced Note Mode maps QuNeo's pads to the notes of nine musical scales, while setting the tonic to any of 12 notes. Players can select any of the scales and then jam away without worrying about hitting a wrong note. The scales included in Enhanced Note Mode are Ionian, Dorian, Phrygian, Lydian, Mixolydian, Aeolian, and Locrian, as well as Major Pentatonic and Minor Pentatonic.

Harmonizer
Enhanced Note Mode includes a powerful harmonizer that can add complimentary pitches to each note being played. The timing of the additional harmonizer pitches can be offset to create a rhythmically compelling cascade of notes.

Adding Pitches: QuNeo's far left vertical slider controls the number of additional pitches added to a note. As the value of the slider increases, pitches are layered upon the original note–one octave below, one fifth above, one octave above, and two octaves above.

Offset: QuNeo's second vertical slider offsets the additional harmonizing pitches in time. As the value of the slider increases, the offset time grows from simultaneous to as much as a quarter note.

Pitch Bend
In Enhanced Note Mode, each pad can produce independent vibrato or deep pitch bends at the touch of a finger. Pitch bend sensitivity can be adjusted to suit the player's preference.

LED Feedback
QuNeo's multi-colored LEDs give players guidance in navigating the notes of the different scales. Keys that are illuminated in green are the root notes of the scale. Keys illuminated in orange correspond to the 2nd, 4th, and 6th notes of the scale. Keys illuminated in red are the 3rd, 5th, and 7th notes of the scale.

Octave Switching
QuNeo's arrow buttons in the lower right corner can shift the register up or down within a nine octave range.

Enhanced Note Mode can be downloaded for free as a Max for Live* device, an editable Max patch, or as a standalone application for Mac OS and Windows. Use it in series with any synthesizer or DAW application.

*To use the Max for Live version of Enhanced Note Mode, you must have either Ableton Live 8 Suite or Ableton Live 9 Suite installed on your computer. Additionally, you must have a version of Cycling '74's Max 5 (Suite 8) or Max 6.1.2 (Suite 9).

About Keith McMillen Instruments
Keith McMillen Instruments develops innovative hardware and software technologies that allow musicians to interface with computers in exciting new ways. Based in Berkeley, California, KMI's products provide today's modern musician with the tools needed to bring new dimensions of expression and control to their performances. We believe when a computer is played as a musical instrument it should feel and respond like one, with all the nuance and sensitivity that makes an instrument musical."

Introducing K-Board Pro 4 by Keith McMillen Instruments

Published on Oct 19, 2015 Keith McMillen Instruments

"K-Board Pro 4 Polyphonic Multidimensional Controller developed by KMI Labs."

Follow-up to Keith McMillen Instruments K-Board Pro 4 Sneak Peek.

NAMM: Introducing K-Bow from Keith McMillen Instruments

YouTube Uploaded by KeithMcMillen on Jul 12, 2010

"violinist Julia Ogrydziak introduces the KBow by Keith McMillen Instruments.
visit us at http://www.keithmcmillen.com/kbow"

"* XYZ 3D Accelerometer - measures the playing force and angle of the bow
* Hair Tension Sensor - detects how hard the bow presses against the strings
* Grip Pressure Sensor - gives a measure of how hard you are gripping the bow
* Bow to Fingerboard - a measure of the distance you are playing from the fingerboard via the antennas embedded in the bow
* Bow Length - by interacting with the included fingerboard emitter, an infrared light sensor shows the distance from the bow frog to the strings of the instrument
* Bow Tilt - measures the angle of the bow, useful to know which string is being played"

Keith McMillen of course brought us the SoftStep and QuNeo alternate controllers. It looks like they are on a roll. See their website linked above for more and the Keith McMillen label below for posts featured here.

Abe's Road Test: Ableton Live + Keith McMillen's QuNeo 3D MIDI Controller in Japan

Published on Feb 20, 2013
A bit of an Anthony Bourdain's No Reservations vibe to this one.

"During a recent visit to Japan, Dubspot instructor and globe-trotting performer Abe Duque got a chance to road test Keith McMillen's QuNeo 3D controller and was impressed. The QuNeo is a USB MIDI controller that offers pressure sensitivity as well as directional control on a series of low-profile pads and sliders. We've had our eye on the QuNeo for some time and have been eager to see how it performs in real-life situations. Abe's report shows a multitude of uses for controlling Ableton Live's clips, effects, and envelope parameters in real-time. He found that while the touch-sensitive interface may take some getting used to, it also provides numerous control options that don't exist on most other MIDI control products.

The QuNeo pad MIDI controller from Keith McMillen Instruments brings a fresh design philosophy to a market dominated by endless variations on the same common designs. While its pads appear superficially like those of an MPC or NI's Maschine, the QuNeo also adds touch recognition in multiple dimensions. The "3D" in its name refers to the fact that its sensors can send velocity, pressure, and location information in addition to simple on/off note triggering. The drum pads can send x/y axis information, or each pad can send 4 separate note/pressure commands, one from each corner, making the 4×4 pad array into an 8×8 grid of 64 triggers. Some pads can also send direction and width information. The QuNeo's dimensions are also identical to an iPad's, which allows you to use it with popular iPad stands and accessories.

Free Download: Abe's Ableton Live QuNeo Template

To get you started with the Keith McMillen QuNeo, Abe Duque has provided the Ableton Live template that he uses in the above video. Please visit our blog at http://blog.dubspot.com/quneo-road-test/ to download the template."

QuNeos on eBay

Keith McMillen Instruments K-Board Pro 4 Sneak Peek

Published on Oct 15, 2015 Keith McMillen Instruments

"KMI Labs has been hard at work developing innovative music technology. Take a look at one of our projects!"

A standard keyboard style controller using Keith McMillen's touch pad technology. Note the two styles of pressure sensitivity in the video - vibrato with slight horizontal movement and modulation with vertical movement. Curious if there is also standard aftertouch or if that was the vibrato and the horizontal movement was more for effect. Also curious if this will support the equivalent of poly aftertouch for each.

QuNexus Video Contest

Crazy cat pic seals the post.

"To celebrate the 1 year anniversary of QuNexus, KMI is proud to announce the QuNexus Video Contest.

For full contest details visit: http://www.keithmcmillen.com...

To Enter:

Develop a unique, exciting and compelling musical performance featuring QuNexus and whatever else you use to perform.

Create a 1-4 minute long video that captures your performance.

Upload your video to YouTube. Make sure to title it something descriptive (like "My Awesome QuNeuxs Video") and to include the following tags: “QuNexus, Video Contest, Keith McMillen”.

Submit your name, e-mail, video title, video link, and video description using the form at: [link] before May 9th, 2014.

Create and submit as many videos as you'd like! Entries will be judged based on Creativity, Performance, Use of Features, and Overall Quality.

The top 2 entries (finalists), as chosen by Keith McMillen Instruments after May 9th, 2014, will receive prizes from KMI.

The Grand Prize Winner will receive 2 KMI controllers of his or her choice.

The First Runner Up will receive 1 KMI controller of his or her choice.

Winners will be announced by Keith McMillen Instruments on May 13th, 2014."

QuNeo with Z3ta+2 & Ableton Live

YouTube Published on Jul 9, 2012 by encanti

"Encanti demonstrates the QuNeo MIDI controller by Keith McMillen Instruments to program patches for Z3ta+2 VST synthesizer by Cakewalk, running Ableton Live Suite 8 using Windows 7 (via bootcamp partition) on an Intel MacBook Pro.

Each square pad is sending MIDI CC data on X and Y axes using "Latch" mode. The CC messages are sent to different synth parameters within Z3ta+2. The MIDI notes and drum loop are both pre-recorded in this example.

Do you like my sounds? My Z3ta+2 presets are available through Cakewalk. Check out "Mutant Rebellion" and "Mutant Revolution" available here: http://www.store.cakewalk.com/b2cus/category.aspx?categoryID=106

QuNeo: http://www.keithmcmillen.com/QuNeo/overview
Z3ta+2: http://www.cakewalk.com/Z3TA-2-Download
Ableton Live: http://www.ableton.com/
Encanti: http://www.encantimusic.com"

Keith McMillen on eBay

QuNeo with Ableton Live Suite 8: DJ Effects

Published on Jul 9, 2012 by encanti

"Encanti demonstrates using KMI's QuNeo to mix tracks and use effects with Ableton Live Suite 8.

Each square pad is sending MIDI CC data on X and Y axes. The pads that stay lit are using "Latch" mode, others are using "Grid" which snap the XY values back to a pre-determined value. The CC messages are sent to different knobs within Ableton Live. The crossfader determines the dry/wetness of several effects.

Encanti: http://www.encanti.com
Keith McMillen Instruments' QuNeo: http://www.keithmcmillen.com/QuNeo/overview
Ableton: http://www.ableton.com/

Download these FREE tracks here:
http://soundcloud.com/encanti/neurokinetics
http://soundcloud.com/zebblerencantiexperience/get-in-there"

Recap! Dubspot LA Production 101 Workshop Series - Thavius Beck on Keith McMillen Instruments' QuNeo

YouTube Published on Jun 19, 2012 by DubSpot

"More info: http://bit.ly/GYc2y5
In April, Dubspot hosted a special 'Production 101' workshop at the Downtown Independent in Los Angeles with Ableton Certified Dubspot Instructors Thavius Beck, Professor Nalepa, and a few special guests. The evening focused predominently on new technology including the debut of Keith McMillen Instruments' QuNeo controller and a special overview of Teenage Engineering's OP1 by Thomas White (Natural Rhythm).

The the first part of this video recap, Dubspot's Thavius Beck debuts Keith McMillen's QuNeo controller, a dynamic touch-sensitive 3D MIDI controller that features velocity, pressure and location data on each of its pads. Beck explains some of the QuNeo's features and uses the controller in a performance environment with Ableton Live."

Nova Musik - Keith McMillen Instruments K-Mix NAMM 2015

Published on Jan 24, 2015 Nova Musik

"Check out great deals on Keith McMillen Instruments K-Mix and more at Nova Musik:
http://www.novamusik.com/keith-mcmill..."

QuNexus: Performance Demos

Published on May 17, 2013 Keith McMillen Instruments·173 videos

"Performance Demos of the QuNexus Smart Sensor Keyboard Controller from Keith McMillen Instruments"

QuNexus on eBay

Keith McMillen Instruments K-Board C MPE Keyboard Controller

video upload by Keith McMillen Instruments

"K-Board-C is a simple yet expressive, durable, portable USB MPE MIDI keyboard designed for music producers and performers to use anywhere. K-Board-C works with all of your music software, connecting to your computer or mobile device via USB-C. K-Board-C is MPE compatible with 25 touch sensitive keys to detect velocity, polyphonic aftertouch, and per-key tilt, giving you total control of musical expression. The new K-Board-C enclosure features a durable ABS polycarbonate finish that comes in 5 fun colors: Snow, Galaxy, Orchid, Lime and Aqua. Powerful and portable, the K-Board-C is designed for everyone making music!"

Keith McMillen Instruments K-Board Pro 4 and OB-E Performance Demonstration with Kevin Mah

video upload by Keith McMillen Instruments

"Certified Ableton Instructor and KMI Product Specialist Kevin Mah performs with the K-Board Pro 4 and OB-E ."

QuNeo iPad Mode for Truly Mobile Music Making

"QuNeo's robust visual feedback system has been optimized for the limited power provided by the iPad through its Camera Connection Kit or Lightning connector. Now the iPad can power QuNeo directly, so artists can create and perform virtually anywhere.

Faster, meaner and cleaner
QuNeo v.1.2.3 has optimized firmware with a faster scan rate that increases pad performance. Users executing drum rolls or rapid percussive techniques will notice improved responsiveness.

Released less than a year ago, the QuNeo has raised the bar for computer pad controllers and received praise from artists and users across many musical styles.

Artists using QuNeo include Herbie Hancock, Jack Conte, Thavius Beck, Ana Sia, illGATES, Richard Divine, Laura Escude, Krazy Baldhead, Infinite Sinewave, Amy Knoles, Diwon and Ghost Beach.

With the same sleek design dimensions (9.5" x 7.3" x 0.3"), QuNeo can use the same stands, cases and other accessories made for iPad.

See the QuNeo in action at: www.keithmcmillen.com/QuNeo/tour

QuNeo has a street price of $199.00 USD, and is available now at leading musical instrument retailers worldwide.

About Keith McMillen Instruments
Keith McMillen Instruments develops innovative hardware and software technologies that allow musicians to interface with computers in exciting new ways. Based in Berkeley, CA., KMI's products provide today's modern musician with the tools needed to bring new dimensions of expression and control to their performance. We believe when a computer is played as a musical instrument it should feel and respond like one, with all the nuance and sensitivity that makes an instrument musical."

QuNeos on eBay

Control Voltage Fair Coming to New York June 20-21

"Announcing the return of Control Voltage Fair, the annual synthesizer series set in New York City!

This June 20-21 we are hosting events in Bushwick, New York, centered around DIY modular synthesis. Check out the schedule below:

Friday, live performances by:
Mark Verbos
Further Reductions
Certain Creatures & Clay Wilson
Visuals by Brown Shoes Only
9pm Doors // Free before 10pm, $10 after
https://www.facebook.com/events/1429249227336807/

Saturday, demos by:
4ms Company
Ciat-Lonbarde
Control
Keith McMillen Instruments
Make Noise
Pittsburgh Modular Synthesizers
Shbobo
Snazzy FX
Steady State Fate
Synthesis Technology
Tiptop Audio
Verbos Electronics
(and more!)
12pm Doors // FREE!
https://www.facebook.com/events/488165374650025/

The address will be shared the week of via facebook and controlvoltagefair.org...

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Control Voltage Fair is New York City’s annual event dedicated to celebrating the modular synthesizer. Spanning multiple days, we curate synth makers and distributors to share their creations, inviting audiences to see, hear, touch, and talk about the modular synth. This fair is complemented by concerts featuring musicians at the forefront of hardware and voltage-controlled instrumentation.

Introduced in the 1960s, the modular synth has recently experienced a rebirth due to its affordability and sonic flexibility. CVF is an open forum inviting person-to-person interaction between maker, musician, and attendee. Interact with artists and tinkerers, share ideas, and explore the ins and outs of this limitless instrument!

The concert will take place on Friday, June 20th at THE LAB in Brooklyn - 315 Ten Eyck St and will feature live performances by Mark Verbos, Further Reductions, and Certain Creatures & Clay Wilson. Visuals will be provided by Brown Shoes Only. The fair follows on June 21st at the same location. Confirmed exhibitors include 4ms Company, Ciat-Lonbarde, Control, Keith McMillen Instruments, Make Noise, Pittsburgh Modular Synthesizers, Shbobo, Snazzy FX, Steady State Fate, Synthesis Technology, Tiptop Audio, and Verbos Electronics. Workshops are tbd.

Control Voltage Fair is presented by Abby Echiverri and Control, with help from Harvestworks. Past partners include River To River Festival and ((Audience)).

For more information visit http://www.controlvoltagefair.org/."