The Arturia BeatStep Pro is a performance-oriented pad controller, dual analog-style step sequencer, and drum programmer in a single compact package. Its three independent sequencers, deep CV/Gate connectivity, and touch-sensitive pads make it the centerpiece for controlling and sequencing hardware synths, modular systems, drum machines, and software instruments simultaneously.

Key Features

• Sequencers: 2 monophonic melodic sequencers + 1 sixteen-track drum sequencer
• Step Length: Up to 64 steps per sequence with per-step pitch, velocity, and gate
• Projects: 16 projects, each with 16 sequences per sequencer (4,000+ combinations)
• Pads: 16 velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads with RGB backlighting
• Knobs: 16 touch-sensitive rotary encoders
• Performance: Real-time looper/roller touch strip, randomizer with amount and probability
• Swing: Independent swing amount per sequence
• Controller Mode: Fully customizable MIDI CC, notes, and program changes

Connectivity

• USB: Class-compliant USB connection
• MIDI: In/Out via supplied 3.5mm-to-DIN adapters
• CV/Gate: 2 x pitch CV (1V/oct), 2 x gate (10V)
• Drum Gates: 8 individual drum gate outputs (3.5mm)
• Clock: Sync I/O with multiple standards (DIN, 1 step, 2 PPQ, 24 PPQ, 48 PPQ)

Specifications

• Dimensions (W x D x H): 415 x 163 x 36 mm (16.3 x 6.4 x 1.4 in)
• Weight: 1.45 kg (3.2 lbs)

What's in the Box

• Arturia BeatStep Pro unit
• USB cable
• 2 x MIDI adapter cables (3.5mm TRS to 5-pin DIN)
• 1 x Clock/DIN adapter cable
• Anti ground-loop adapter
• Quick start guide