The Essentials to Know About the Fender Motion 16 Controller
- Deep integration with Fender Studio Pro and full compatibility with major DAWs for an uninterrupted creative flow.
- 16 polyphonic RGB FATAR pads and "Smart Scale"/"Smart Chords" modes to play rhythms, melodies, and chords with enhanced expressiveness.
- 9 backlit touch encoders, color display, and touch strips to sculpt sounds and effects in real time.
- Instant "Add" button, timeline navigation, and session controls to record, edit, and arrange without leaving the instrument.
The Bridge Between Fender Heritage and Modern Production
Motion 16 is designed as a production and performance controller tailored for the Fender Studio Pro ecosystem, while remaining open to any DAW. It aims to unite instrumental playing and software control in a compact format to capture inspiration and quickly transform ideas into finished tracks.
Who Is It For and What Are Its Uses?
Ideal for beatmakers, producers, keyboardists, and guitarists in home studios or on stage, the Motion 16 streamlines writing, finger drumming, sequencing, and live arrangement. Its broad compatibility and hardware integration with synthesizers and drum machines make it an agile control hub for hybrid setups as well as collaborative environments.
Express Your Ideas Without Lifting Your Hands from the Instrument
Accelerated workflow with Studio Pro: transport, timeline navigation, and dedicated "Add" button to insert instruments, audio tracks, or effects in one gesture. Stay focused on performance, not menus.
Advanced musical expression: FATAR pads adapt to context (drums, melodies, chords). The "Smart Scale" and "Smart Chords" functions open up harmony, while 30+ iconic chord progressions provide immediate starting points for composing or improvising.
Tactile control and visual feedback: 9 backlit touch encoders and a color display offer clear parameter reading. Touch strips control modulation, pitch, or effects for instant sonic morphing.
Technical Specifications
Controls and Interface
- 16 polyphonic RGB FATAR pads
- 9 backlit touch encoders
- Color display for instant visual feedback
- Expressive touch strips for modulation, pitch, and effects
- Dedicated timeline navigation and session controls
- Instant "Add" button for virtual instruments, audio tracks, or effects
Performance Features
- Integrated "Smart Scale" and "Smart Chords"
- 30+ iconic chord progressions for improvisation and composition
- Real-time control for performance and editing
Software and Compatibility
- Unmatched integration with Fender Studio Pro
- Compatibility with all major DAWs
- Included software: Fender Studio Pro v8.x (perpetual license)
Workflow and Hardware Integration
- Works with any production environment
- Hardware integration with synthesizers, drum machines, and hybrid setups (plug-and-play)
- Compact and portable format, suitable for home studios, collaborative sessions, and live performance
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