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Korg Nanopad 2 White

Description

Essential Information About the KORG nanoPAD2 WH Pad Controller

  • 16 velocity-sensitive pads for programming beats, triggering samples, and playing drums with expressive touch.
  • Kaoss X/Y touchpad for real-time control of effects and software parameters (filters, delays, modulations, etc.).
  • Ultra-slim and lightweight design: perfect for a mobile setup, a compact home studio, or as a supplementary live controller.
  • 4 memory presets to quickly recall your assignments and configurations according to your sessions.

A Key Piece of the nanoSERIES: Mobile Control the Korg Way

The KORG nanoPAD2 follows the "nano" philosophy: offering simple, discreet, and immediately effective controllers for producing anywhere. Within the range, it is positioned as the dedicated solution for rhythms and triggering, naturally complementing a master keyboard or a control surface. This second generation maintains the minimalist spirit while emphasizing improved playability and more intuitive performance control.

Who It's For and What It's For: Rhythmic Production, Finger-Drumming, and Effects Control

The nanoPAD2 WH is aimed at beatmakers, electro/hip-hop producers, film composers, and live musicians who want a quick-to-learn controller for recording patterns on the fly. The velocity-sensitive pads facilitate writing nuanced grooves (ghost notes, accents, variations), while the X/Y pad adds a performance dimension ideal for "playing" transitions and automations without taking your eyes off your DAW.

In the studio, it becomes an excellent trigger for drum racks, one-shots, and loops. In live situations, its compact size and USB power make it a practical ally for controlling virtual instruments and effects, even when space is limited.

Creative Control: Velocity Pads, Kaoss X/Y, and Scene Memories

Expressive Pads for Lively Rhythms

With its 16 velocity-sensitive pads, the nanoPAD2 allows you to perform your drum parts more musically: light hits for subtle notes, stronger hits for sharp accents. This approach enhances the realism of sampled acoustic drums and strengthens the impact of electronic kits.

The Kaoss Pad: Fingertip Play

The Kaoss touchpad (X/Y control) is designed for performance: a horizontal/vertical movement can simultaneously affect two parameters. The result: more natural filter sweeps, delays that open gradually, more organic grain or modulation variations. It's a very direct way to "sculpt" sound, ideal for real-time automation.

Four Configurations to Switch Between Workflows

Thanks to the 4 saved presets, you can adapt the nanoPAD2 to different contexts: one mode for drums, another for clip launching, a third for production shortcuts, etc. This is especially useful if you switch between multiple software, projects, or playing methods.

Included Software Pack: Ready to Create Right Out of the Box

Korg provides a software pack (via download code) developed by Korg and its partners to get you started quickly without multiple purchases. The goal is clear: to enable you to use the controller immediately, whether composing, programming rhythms, or controlling your virtual instruments.

Technical Specifications

Controls

  • 16 velocity-sensitive pads
  • 1 advanced pad with X and Y axis control (Kaoss touchpad)
  • 4 saved presets

Power Supply

  • USB powered (USB cable included)
  • Consumption: less than 100 mA

Connectivity and Compatibility

  • Connection: mini USB
  • Compatible with iPad and Apple iOS 4.2.1 (app must support Core MIDI drivers)
  • iPad connection cable not included

Dimensions and Weight

  • Dimensions: 325 x 13 x 83 mm
  • Weight: 285 g
Brand reference number: KOH NANOPAD2-WH

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Simply deadly... proof is I made this little video with the nanoPad 2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_xFDBnN50A
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Posted on 25/10/2011
By Arno C.

very good product, just plug it in and it works, (compatible logic)
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Posted on 15/05/2012
By Pierre Q.

In addition to my compact master keyboard, it serves well.
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Posted on 15/08/2014
By Jean-pierre T.

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