Product Detail
The Nektar Panorama P4 and P6 are amazing keyboard controller instruments with an incredibly intuitive workflow. They offer spectacular and in - depth integration with popular DAWs like Bitwig Studio, Cubase, Logic Pro, MainStage, Reaper, Reason, and Studio One, which truly boosts performance and creativity. The keyboard and pads are dynamic, sensitive, and well - balanced, giving you a solid feel for complete musical expression. With 93 real - time controls at your fingertips, the Panorama is the ultimate keyboard controller for these DAWs. The keyboard action is perfectly balanced. It uses weights to counteract the spring tension, making the down movement smooth, not heavy or tiring. It has a wide dynamic range and 5 velocity curves to suit different playing styles. Monophonic aftertouch, pitch bend, and modulation wheels, along with foot switch and expression pedal jacks, are great for live performance. The 3.5” crystal - clear color TFT display provides all the necessary information for each mode or menu. It simplifies complex operations, making your workflow fast and easy. The Panorama has an unrivaled number of assignable controls. It includes 16 encoders, 9 45mm faders, 1 100mm motorized ALPS fader, 10 LED buttons, 28 buttons, 12 pads with strike and pressure components, and more. You can store settings in 20 presets with individually savable and loadable keyboard, pad, and F - keys maps. Setting up presets or F - keys maps is a breeze. The Control Edit menu allows you to quickly assign MIDI commands in real - time. Values can be scaled, reversed, and assigned to specific or global MIDI channels. The motorized 100mm touch - sensitive ALPS fader gives you professional - console mixer channel control when used with Bitwig, Cubase, Logic, Nuendo, Reaper, or Reason. Two LED buttons control Solo and Mute, keeping pro - console control within reach. Technical Specifications: Keyboard: 49 or 61 note semi - weighted, velocity - sensitive with aftertouch, 5 velocity curves plus fixed, pitch bend and modulation assignable wheels, octave shift buttons, PB1/2 buttons, 4 programmable keyboard zones, and 5 keyboard maps. Preset Controls: 16 encoders, 9 45mm faders, 10 assignable LED buttons, 11 dedicated transport buttons, and 20 preset locations. Pads: 12 pads with velocity and pressure sensitivity, 7 velocity curves, note - learn, scale mode with 30+ scales, velocity spread functions, transpose and octave shift, and freely assignable in Reason mode. F - keys: 11 assignable Function Keys, load or save to 10 F - Keys maps, assignable in 3 Reason modes. System Requirements: USB Class compliant, no driver needed for Apple iOS, Apple OSX, Windows XP or higher; Linux requires MIDI driver software. Nektar DAW Integration: Mac OS X 10.7 or higher, Windows Vista, 7 & 8 or higher. Additional Features: 100 mm ALPS motorized fader, 6 dedicated assignable navigation buttons, ASCII/QWERTY macros assignable to buttons and pads, 3.5” high - resolution TFT display, Nektar DAW Integration, presets and setup files for major DAWs and VIs. Connections: Expression pedal 1/4” jack input (pedal not included), foot switch (sustain) 1/4” jack input (pedal not included), MIDI output, USB port for computer communication, USB Micro B connector for extra and external power. Note: Two USB ports or external USB power supply are required to power the whole unit. One USB port powers the unit except for the motorized fader. Dimensions and Weight: Panorama P4: 33 2/8”(L) x 13”(D) 3 6/8”(H), 14 Lbs. Panorama P6: 39 5/8”(L) x 13”(D) 3 6/8”(H), 17 Lbs.
Using the Nektar Panorama P4 is a breeze. First, connect it to your computer via the USB port. If you're using Linux, make sure to install the MIDI driver software. For power, you can use two USB ports or an external USB power supply. The motorized fader needs extra power, so keep that in mind. To set up presets or F - keys maps, use the Control Edit menu. Just select a control and assign the MIDI command you want in real - time. You can also scale, reverse, and assign specific or global MIDI channels. When using it with DAWs like Bitwig, Cubase, or Logic, you'll enjoy the pro - console mixer channel control from the motorized 100mm ALPS fader. The Solo and Mute functions are easily controlled by the two LED buttons. The keyboard and pads are very sensitive. You can choose from different velocity curves to match your playing style. Remember to take advantage of the 3.5” color TFT display. It shows all the important information for each mode, making your workflow much faster. For maintenance, keep the controller clean. Wipe it gently with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures or humidity. If you're not using it for a long time, store it in a safe place. And don't forget to save your presets regularly so you don't lose your settings.
