Intuitive Instruments Exquis is an expressive MIDI controller with a hexagonal backlit keyboard that's compatible with all MIDI synthesizers, modular synthesizers and music software and is optimized for its dedicated app. Complementary and independent, the Exquis keyboard and app provide easy access to sound control and harmony, and propose an efficient workflow to create both live and in the studio.
- 61 hexagonal pads
- X/Y/Z control per pad
- Velocity sensitive
- 4 × clickable endless encoders
- 6-zone/continuous slider control
- 10 RGB backlit buttons
- MIDI in and out on 1/8" connectors
- 1/8" to 5-pin MIDI adapters included
- CV pitch, gate and mod outputs
- USB-C powered
- Dedicated app with looping/composition functionality
- Over 350 scales included
The best expressive controller for Ableton Live
Exquis firmware v2.1 brings support for a Python-based Ableton Live remote script (Live 12 or newer required) that integrates Exquis seamlessly into Live's native controller family, delivering Launchpad-style Session control and an instrument-grade expressive touch that makes playing melodies and chords feel effortlessly natural.
By default, Exquis's hexagonal matrix of keys puts notes that sound good together (thirds) next to one another: chords are built with ergonomic shapes, easy to play, learn and understand.
The backlit keys allow the player to display any musical scale (or any custom map), guiding the player on the right path. More than 350 scales are available!
The keys are independently velocity-, pressure- and inclination-sensitive per the MIDI Polyphonic Expression (MPE) protocol. The silicone of the keys is both firm enough to play percussion and short notes with precision, and soft enough to modulate long notes with sensitivity.
The unique creative workflow (buttons on the keyboard + app) allows anyone to create a song within minutes using very simple gestures: picking a sound, recording loops and composing songs live or programming them in advance.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | INT-EXQUIS |
| Model Name | Exquis |
| Vendor | Intuitive Instruments |
| Aftertouch | Yes |
| Included From Manufacturer |
2 × 1/8" to 5-pin MIDI adapters USB-C to USB-A cable |
| Number of Keys | 61 |
| Midi | In, Out, and USB |
| Product Unique Features |
Dedicated macOS/Windows companion app with looping/composition functionality CV pitch, gate and mod outputs |
| Key Action | Hexagonal silicone button keys with velocity, pressure and inclination sensitivity |
| Onboard Controllers |
6-zone/continuous slider control 4 × clickable endless encoders 10 RGB backlit buttons |
| Arpeggiator |
6 arpeggio patterns Arpeggiator can be synced to MIDI clock |
| Compatible Devices | Mac/PC |
| Bus Power | Yes |
| Software Editor | Yes |
| Width | 5.8" |
| Depth | 12.5" |
| Height | 1.4" |
| Product Weight | 1.15 lb |
Intuitive Instruments products carry a Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty.
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