Xjam MIDI Pad Controller by ESI
Portable 16-pad MIDI drum controller with 6 assignable knobs and backlit pads for triggering samples and loops. Praised for build quality, pad sensitivity, and ease of use, with mixed feedback on compact form and responsiveness
Highlights
- ultra-portable aluminum frame
- 16 responsive beat pads
- 6 assignable knobs for modulation
Pros
- compact & portable design
- 16 backlit pads for triggering
- 6 assignable knobs
- easy to use and well-built
- good pad sensitivity
Cons
- pads described as tiny by some users
- mixed responsiveness reported by some users
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Features
- Portable MIDI pad controller with 16 backlit pads for trigger and performance
- Aluminum frame combines durability with a sleek, Apple-style aesthetic
- Three-color backlit pads respond to touch intensity for expressive playback
- Allows triggering drum samples and looping virtual instruments for beat making