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EMP16 MIDI Pad Controller Beat Maker Machine With Bluetooth

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Condition
New
Color
MIDI PAD
Model
EMP16
Weight
0.92 kg
Material
Plastic
Instrument Key
Any
Connector Type
1/8"-to-MIDI
In the box
1/8"-to-MIDI adapterUSB Cable
Warranty
Manufacturer warranty for 360 days from date of purchase.
Works with
EMP16 midi pad controller is compatible with PC/iPad/iPhone/iPod touch/Mac, perfect for producers, programmers, musicians and DJs alike.

Features 7

  • Cool Midi Controller - EMP16 midi pad with 16 fat RGB illuminated beat pads, offer 16 customizable lighting colors, provide 4 banks expandable controls for a total of 64 assignable pads. Light weight and portable, perfect for beat makers studio recording, making music outdoor and band gig.
  • No Cable Mess - Optionally powered by USB or by 2 AA batteries(not included). BT5.0 can build wireless connection to any DAW on iPad/iPhone/iPod touch/Mac, no driver, no wire nor OTG required anymore, covenient for beat production..
  • Velocity Sensitive - The beat pads offer 3 velocity curves for you to select and you can set the threshold to get crosstalk protection. Also support to set 16 Level, Full Level /Half Level, Aftertouch, get the perfect fingerdrumming experience.
  • Assignable Control- Equipped with 4 assignable faders, 5 assignable buttons and 4 assignable endless rotary knobs with a total of 12 assignable controls accessible via 3 banks. Packed rich features like classic Note Repeat, Time Division, Swing, Gate, Sequencer, Clock Synchronization, Transport and Tap Tempo controls for immersive performances.

Description

Your Music Takes Control Whether you’re a beginner looking to get into the exciting world of beat production or looking for the ultimate backup controller for your studio equipment, EMP16 is the perfect solution for playing and controlling both audio hardware and software. Communicate with other audio instruments like digital keyboard, synthesizer etc,. Also works with all popular apps including GarageBand, Logic, Studio One, Cubase, Ableton Live, FL Studio, Koala Sampler and more. At the heart of EMP16 is 16 velocity sensitive beat pads plus 4 banks, ideal for triggering drums, melodic samples, basslines and more. Equipped with 4 assignable faders, 5 assignable buttons and 4 assignable endless rotary knobs with a total of 12 assignable controls accessible via 3 banks. No Driver No Wire Nor OTG Insert AA batteries, press WIRELESS button, easily get wireless connection to DAW on iOS device/MAC How MIDI controller works MIDI controller communicates with other instruments and software by sending and receiving MIDI messages. This is not an audio signal, but rather a set of instructions that triggers another source to produce a sound or perform an action. Can EMP16 control several devices at the same time Yes, you sure can. Control the software on pc via USB cable. Control the software on iPad/iPhone/Mac via bluetooth. Control audio instrument via MIDI cable. Guide to connect EMP16 to DAW on iPhone/iPad wirelessly Step 1: Insert 2 AA batteries. Step 2: Power on the MIDI Pad, press WIRELESS button. Step 3: Enable the iPhone/iPad Bluetooth Setting. Step 4: Turn the Bluetooth Setting on DAW software. Step 5: Find the*MIDI PAD-01*, and toggle it to Connect. Guide to connect EMP16 to MAC wirelessly Step 1: Insert 2 AA batteries. Step 2: Power on the MIDI Pad, press WIRELESS button. Step 3: Enable Audio MIDI Setup, clik 'Window' and 'Show MIDI Studio'. Step 4: Light up Bluetooth symbol. Step 5: Find the*MIDI PAD-01*, and toggle it to Connect. How to deal with the mistriggering(like double triggering, phantom triggering etc,.)? Please refer the User Manual to edit the curves and set the minimum threshold to avoid mistriggering.

Specs 31

Brand HXW
Connectivity Technology Bluetooth, USB
Special Feature Backlit Drum Pad, Digital Display, Lightweight, Portable, Touch Sensitive Pad
Model Name EMP16
Additional Features Backlit Drum Pad, Digital Display, Lightweight, Portable, Touch Sensitive Pad
Instrument Key Any
Supported Software GarageBand, Logic, Studio One, Cubase, Ableton Live, ProTools, FL Studio, Adobe Audition, and more
Connector Type 1/8"-to-MIDI

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Top Amazon Reviews

great product and great service
I got my product today and have really enjoyed it already. Very solid build quality and it works as expected. It really has the feel of a high end piece of gear. The OLED display is a great feature that few controllers in this range even offer and it really helps set it apart. The programming to map the controls is easy to do and no software required - this is a game changer if you are used to virtually all other MIDI controller that require you to install some software and get out a computer just to make minor updates. The EMP16 lets you dial setting in right from the device itself. The ability to toggle notes on/off was a core feature for me, which is present on some other controllers but definitely not all of them. Shipping and seller note: I had an minor issue with my shipment initially and Amazon took care of it quickly and reminded me why to always use them rather than the competition - they won't let you down. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 8, 2026 by B
It's so good!
I made a whole ep with this controller connected to my iPad and beat maker 3.. The pads aren't responsive to a softer touch because you have to edit the curves... Put it at soft with a threshold of 10 and you have yourself a mini mpc at a fraction of the price.. The value is insane coming at 95 bucks.. The on board software is a plus.. No more needing a pc like my tempo pad and Bluetooth is stable with 0 input lag, great functionality and it's easy to use.. Just wish they would have thought about offering a case for it... I would like to travel with it and protect it during transportation. The option to remove and put batteries is a major plus for longevity. Great job avatar instruments! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2025 by Raul
mobile devices only include iOS not Android
for some reason the cubasis only works for iOS devices not Android. Google said it had something to do with licensing. as for the hardware it's very nice. I like it and it's very well priced and easy to map. thanks very much. would recommend.
Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2026 by Christian
Wanted to love it, but pads weren’t responsive enough
I loved the customizability of this pad. It had all the makings of a great MIDI controller with the endless encoders, the faders, and transport buttons. Unfortunately, the most important part of the product, the pads, were very disappointing. They were too firm and not responsive enough for finger drumming, making them a huge performance killer whether recording or playing live. There also does not seem to be any settings to adjust the sensitivity. A lot of missed notes, so I ended up returning it. @HXM, I would 100% consider this again if the sensitivity was improved, and would even consider replacing my MPC Live 2 with this. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 12, 2023 by Jeremy Pingul
A really fun gizmo!
I wanted a device with programmable knobs, sliders, AND buttons to interface with my Roland S-1. The drum pads were an afterthought, but I've quickly taken up fingerdrumming just for fun. The device feels solid, definitely not built like a toy. The menus are intuitive and easy to navigate. It's quick and simple to change a lot of settings at once, and it seems like the designers really thought it through. At this price point, that's refreshing. Clearly I'm really happy with this purchase. The only minor bit of feedback is that I wish there were more colors available for the drum pads and buttons. I took a risk based on one video review, but I think this is a good controller and I have no regerts! I'm actually fighting the urge to get the keyboard now... ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2024 by T
Better than Akai MPC Sample
This is a Bluetooth MPC with full sized pads. Connect this to your phone or iPad and use with koala and you have something less and bounds more powerful than the MPC Sample
Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2026 by Gadget Geek
got it to use with Koala sampler. it's working and that's all i was hoping. *READ THE UPDATE*
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04/02/24 - while working on a beat the thing freezes and all buttons lit up. tried turning it off and on. that didn’t work. tried to reset. that didn’t work. took batteries out and replaced with new ones. that didn’t work. fun while it lasted, but purchase at your own risk. changed to 1 star. 03/29/24 - Like the title says, got this with the only purpose to use with Koala Sampler on an iPad Pro 12.9 inch connected to a magic keyboard. Reason I mention all of that is because this midi controller is a lot smaller than I thought, and I like it. It sits perfectly over the keyboard and under the display like it was meant to be. Once unboxed, I immediately threw in some double a’s – paired to the iPad… and started midi mapping to the functions I use most in koala. Paired the pads 4 banks, the play and record buttons, the two knobs closest to the pads for sample start/sample end… threw samples on everything single pad just to make sure everything I will be using the most works… and it does. No noticeable latency for me… no double taps… no troubles. So far so good. I’ll be sure to try to put it through its paces before my return date is up and I’ll report back… Pads aren’t bad… a little stuff/hard, but hoping they start feeling better after they break in a little… overall build is surprisingly good and on par with the name brands offerings at similar price range… for what I wanted/needed this is perfect. i'll try to remember to add pics when i have a chance. 3 stars so far. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2024 by F. Guese
Good trigger
Granted I haven’t had this item long and have yet to dive into all the features but it does exactly what I was looking for which was to have a finger drumming and sample trigger. My only complaint is that it came with no paperwork or instructions of any kind so figuring out all the features will not be easy which is why I’ve only scratched the surface of it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2026 by Doug Frontino
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