Pearl EM1 MIDI & Audio Controller

The Keith McMillan-powered Pearl EM1 malletSTATION makes it possible to play your marimba, vibraphone, and xylophone parts on the same instrument, anywhere in the world. This highly portable universal USB bus-powered controller promises a revolutionary new approach to mallet percussion. Not only can you control your sound libraries from nearly any device — phone, tablet, or laptop — but you can even transpose keys to simplify difficult pieces of music. Keith McMillen Instrument's Smart Fabric Sensor technology gives the silicone pads an extremely sensitive response to soft mallets, boasting lifelike damping and even aftertouch control. The hybrid aluminum and steel chassis is built for travel, and the all-weather playing surface is great for outdoor pit percussion and ensemble performances.