QuNeo & FX

YouTube Uploaded by KeithMcMillen on Jan 5, 2012

"In this video, Pressure, X, and Y CCs have been mapped to different parameters on 16 audio effects allowing for dynamic and performative audio mangling. Each Pad turns effects on and off, as well as tweaks their knobs and tickles their faders. Vertical sliders change volume, horizontal sliders mix in more audio effects, the long slider cross-fades, and the rotaries are tempo control. Very fun to play, very expressive, and very exciting."

http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/kmi/quneo-multi-touch-open-source-midi-and-usb-pad-con
I think they surpassed their goal. $124,874 of $15,000 as of this post.

Quneo & Live VJ Performance

Uploaded by KeithMcMillen on Jan 5, 2012

"QuNeo is a powerful controller for any expressive art. Putting multiple parameters into each pad allows fun effective mapping of gestures onto video generation and processing. Here QuNeo is controlling Isadora video software but can work with any program."

Keith McMillan QuNeo Multi-Touch Open Source Controller

On Kickstarter

"QuNeo is a different species of pad controller for electronic musicians, DJs, VJs and DIY hackers. While it covers all of the functionality of other pad controllers, QuNeo adds the power of touch recognition in other dimensions.

Tactile Pads, Sliders, Rotary Sensors and Switches

Each of the 27 pads, sliders and rotary sensors are pressure, velocity, and location sensitive. Even the 17 switches respond to how hard you press.

LED Light Feedback

A remarkable lumination scheme combines variably diffusive elastomers with 251 multi-color LEDs providing visual feedback that is immediately responsive and delightfully informative. Man and machine are coupled through light, feel and sound.

Trigger Pads

16 square pads provide 127 levels of Velocity response. And X-Y location. And continuous pressure. For each pad. Times sixteen.

Rotary Surfaces

2 rotary surfaces allow you to scrub, trigger, stretch, pinch and play phrases and sound files, manipulate continuous controllers and more . Each rotary sensor measures angle, pressure and distance from the center.

Multi-touch Sliders

9 touch sensitive sliders can be mapped to fader and effects controls. LEDs within each slider act as VU meters or remind you where you were. Multi-touch lets you select a length between two fingers to set stereo locations or filter resonances. Tapping a slider can mute or toggle any track or function.

Switches

The switches are located in smart groupings to select samples, fader banks, and transport controls. Each of the switches can scan up and down through files at speeds variable with your touch. Great for quickly locating that perfect fill or telling your looper you really meant it.

The Size of an iPad.

QuNeo is the size of an iPad and can fit in iPad accessories such as mic clips, stands and more.

Class Compliant and Open Source Development Kit

QuNeo works with USB, MIDI or OSC and will communicate with your favorite music software environments right out of the box. More advanced users and programmers can use the development kit and API to create their own code to respond to QuNeo's sensor data. Hack away to control your world in ways never before possible!

We are asking for your support on KickStarter to put QuNeo into production.

QuNeo is fully designed and prototyped and will perfectly compliment SoftStep and 12 Step, our innovative foot controllers currently on the market. We are reaching out to you on Kickstarter to raise the funds for tooling and production to make QuNeo available ASAP. As a thank you for your support, we will happily send you one of our wonderful rewards, including this limited edition sticker."

QuNeo Sensor Video

YouTube Uploaded by KeithMcMillen on Nov 16, 2011

QuNeo Artist Endorsements

Uploaded by KeithMcMillen on Nov 16, 2011

Tom Oberheim makes an appearance.

Namm 2012 keithMcMillen QuNeo by Rock oN Report

YouTube Uploaded by RockoNCompany on Jan 21, 2012

"Namm 2012 keithMcMillen QuNeo by Rock oN Report"

Thavius Beck Performs with QuNeo

YouTube Published on Apr 12, 2012 by KeithMcMillen

"Thavius Beck performs a quick demo with QuNeo."

QuNeo Video Interview with Thavius Beck

Published on Apr 12, 2012 by KeithMcMillen

"We met up with Thavius Beck at his home studio to talk about QuNeo and shoot some video for you. Enjoy!"

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"

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.

SoftStep Now Available

"SoftStep sells for $289.95, the MIDI expander for $49.95"

Full details at Keith McMillan Instruments

" * Software Control: control effects, looping, sample triggering, and more
* Studio Application: control punch-in, panning, levels, and transport functions
* Standalone Mode: use the SoftStep without a computer to control your MIDI synth and/or rack with the SoftStep MIDI Expander (sold separately)
* Beyond Sound: control lighting effects, video, robotics, pyrotechnics, and more."



SoftStep Demo- note out via MIDI Expander
YouTube via KeithMcMillen | September 28, 2010

"Tom Ferguson demos SoftStep and the SoftStep MIDI Expander to send MIDI note information to an external synth unit."

SoftStep- First Tutorial

YouTube via KeithMcMillen | September 24, 2010

"KMI support tech Sarah Howe guides you on a quick tour of the technical aspects of the SoftStep."
more videos here

QuNeo: Live Beat Performance with Anticon's Jel

Published on Aug 13, 2013 Keith McMillen Instruments·186 videos

"Anticon recording artist Jel (Themselves, Subtle, 13 & God...) takes QuNeo for a test drive...

http://www.anticon.com/artist/jel

http://www.keithmcmillen.com"

QuNeos on eBay

SoftStep foot controller playing the Buchla 200e modular synthesizer

YouTube Uploaded by KeithMcMillen on Mar 14, 2011

"Keith McMillen Instrument's SoftStep controlling a Buchla 200e modular synthesizer.

The SoftStep is a great addition to a MIDI-capable modular synthesizer setup by allowing you to easily and accurately adjust parameters with your feet.

In this video, all SoftStep keys are set to Y-axis (up and down) tilt control. SoftStep's MIDI expander is sending CC data to the Buchla's MIDI-CV module."

QuNeo : Ableton Under Pressure

Published on Oct 19, 2012 by Keith McMillen Instruments

"QuNeo can be dynamically mapped to Ableton Live. Pressure and X-Y location deliver next level control. Try doing this with other controllers!
Download the Ableton Live set:
http://files.keithmcmillen.com/downloads/quneo/QuNeo_AbletonUnderPressure_set..."

QuNeos on eBay

SoftStep N.I. Kontakt demo

YouTube Uploaded by KeithMcMillen on Mar 15, 2011

"Diane Douglas demonstrates SoftStep working with Kontakt by Native Instruments ."

KMI SoftStep and iPad

YouTube via KeithMcMillen | January 06, 2011 |

"SoftStep from Keith McMIllen Instruments is the first foot controller and class compliant hardware MIDI interface for the iPad."

Make Noise System Tutorial: System 0 as a Monosynth w/ KMI QuNexus

Published on Nov 12, 2014 MAKEN0ISE

"Demonstration of patching the Keith McMillen Instruments QuNexus to the Make Noise System 0 for a monosynth bassline. Uses a custom QuNexus Preset designed to work well with modular synthesizers. Get the preset here: http://makenoisemusic.com/media/SS%20Control.qunexuspreset

Patch diagram:
https://www.modulargrid.net/e/patches/view/9369

http://makenoisemusic.com/system0.shtml

http://www.keithmcmillen.com/qunexus/tour"

QuNexus on eBay

KMI QuNeo Kickstarter Update 20

YouTube Uploaded by KeithMcMillen on Feb 27, 2012

"We wanted to show you the work we've been doing over the last few months to get QuNeo made on schedule. This video demonstrates the LED and sensor tests, the QuNeo Editor software, and gives a quick performance of QuNeo with NI's Traktor DJ software. Enjoy!"

QuNeo & Ableton Live Performance

YouTube Uploaded by KeithMcMillen on Jan 3, 2012

"QuNeo controls Ableton Live!

Lucky #13 has QuNeo working track and effects levels with muting, transport control, scratching and crossfades. All sliders, rotaries and switches are pressure sensitive allowing QuNeo to understand double taps, swipes and other gestures other hardware controllers cannot sense. The 3rd Dimension is very useful.

check it out:
http://kck.st/taqBsn"

StringPort Demo: MIDI Out

YouTube Uploaded by KeithMcMillen on Apr 15, 2011

"Al Ayoub demos the capabilities of StringPort MIDI Out to control external hard and soft synths and effects."

Scales Mode Project Video

Published on Nov 21, 2013 Keith McMillen Instruments·205 videos

"QuNexus Scales Mode uses two Max for Live devices to enable easy playing within a user specified scale and key. The devices light up specific keys on the QuNexus for the given scale to indicate which keys should be pressed without effecting QuNexus' MIDI and control voltage output. Scales mode is also available as a standalone device.

http://www.keithmcmillen.com/project-..."

QuNexus on eBay

12 Step Editor Tutorial

YouTube Uploaded by KeithMcMillen on Dec 8, 2011

"Get to know the 12 Step Editor in this tutorial."

KMI Announces SoftStep 2

"BERKELEY, California – January 20, 2014 – KMI announces the release of SoftStep 2, the next incarnation of its wildly popular programmable foot controller. Everything you ever knew about foot controllers is about to change… again! After carefully listening to our users, KMI has refined the SoftStep experience from the ground up.

SoftStep 2 hardware updates (exclusive to SoftStep 2):
New cruciform controller pads for improved playability
Brighter LED backlighting
State recall in Standalone mode
Double memory and CPU clock speed
New case design
User tables
Same reliability… now wine and spirit proof!
New Editor & Firmware features (compatible with SoftStep & SoftStep 2):
8 times faster load time using 500 MB less memory
Foot On as a source for all corners of the Nav Pad
Advanced Key Lockout Modes
Ability to switch between using 0-127 and 1-128 values
MSB & LSB pitch bend support
Settable MSB & LSB for bank messages
Pressure: Each key is pressure sensitive for expressive control
Direction: Translate up/down, left/right movements into control values on improved control pads
Portable: Weighs 1.25 pounds, stands <1” at its tallest, and is USB powered
Deep: Up to 6 Note, CC, Pitch Bend, Program, MMC, or OSC messages per key
Rugged: Elastomeric skin and a carbon fiber backing… “It’s beer-proof!”
Flashy: 4-character LED display, 10 dual-color key LEDs, and LED underglow
Stage Control: Ableton Live, Traktor, Guitar Rig, Amplitube, MainStage, Loopers and more
Studio Control: Activate transport and track selects hands free
Hardware Control: Synths, keyboards, and FX units all under control
Beyond Sound: Control lighting, video effects, robotics, pyrotechnics…
Class Compliant: Works with Mac OS, Windows, Linux, iOS and Android

Come see us at NAMM, booth 6227 in Hall A.

www.keithmcmillen.com"

QuNeo Grid Mode and Live Sequencing

YouTube Uploaded by KeithMcMillen on Jan 6, 2012

"Here, QuNeo is used to sequence a drum track in real time. Operating in Grid Mode, each corner of a pad represents a different section in an 8 step sequence. Pushing the corner of the pads places a specific drum hit in that step in the sequence. LED feedback ticks the beat and displays drum sequences as they are programmed. FX are controlled by the horizontal sliders, rotaries, and long slider (which uses two finger width to determine the cutoff and cue on a filter).

Another exciting example of why QuNeo is going to take things to the next level."