Overview
Get to steppin'
Modern musicians, performers, and producers need to move quickly from programming drums and samples to playing synth lines and back again. ATOM SQ was designed as a versatile and expressive MIDI pad controller for contemporary music production. Its unique design is optimized for both classic TR-style 16-step beat sequencing and drum pattern editing in Studio One or playing instruments and launching clips in Ableton Live—yet its staggered and RGB-lit 32-pad configuration is instantly familiar to anyone who’s played a controller keyboard. Advanced features let you change the keyboard scale, and a built-in arpeggiator and user-configurable touch strip make the ATOM SQ the most expressive controller you’ll ever use. In fact, it’s the best PreSonus Studio One MIDI controller available.
Control for the best step sequencer at your fingertips
Deep integration with Studio One’s Pattern Editor allows for evolving step sequences that will bring your productions to life. Insert a pattern, change its length, add new variations, and change scales—right from the ATOM SQ. Need to make changes on the fly? ATOM SQ lets you open the Studio One Pattern Editor, select and edit steps individually, and even copy, paste, duplicate, and delete events, all using tactile controls.
A complete production toolkit
Included with ATOM SQ, Studio One Artist music production software enables you to compose, record, and produce without getting distracted by the tools. Also included are two loop libraries with custom Impact XT kits. With full VST/AU plug-in support and Studio One Remote compatibility, the ATOM SQ is the most flexible PreSonus MIDI controller available.
Ableton Live integration and more
ATOM SQ is also a unique Ableton Live controller. You can launch clips and scenes, navigate tracks, adjust volume and panning, and do drum programming—all from the controller. Ableton Live Lite is included to get started right away.
However, wherever.
ATOM SQ offers high configurability with MCU, HUI, and MIDI modes. Customize encoder functions, RGB LED colors, and use the dynamic LCD screen for context-sensitive info. From swing settings to CC assignments, you’ll find all the tools at your fingertips.
Navigation and transport control
ATOM SQ isn’t just for playing—it gives you full transport control and timeline navigation. Start/stop recording, toggle metronome, zoom in and out, and switch tracks, all from the controller.
Wherever sound takes you...
With a compact footprint and USB bus power, ATOM SQ is ready to travel. Whether in the studio, on stage, or on the go, you’re always ready to create.
Features:
- 32 velocity- and pressure-sensitive RGB LED pads in a staggered layout
- Context-sensitive screen for parameter info like CC assignments, swing, etc.
- 8 endless rotary encoders for software parameter control
- Assignable touch strip for pitch bend, filter control, or crossfading
- Built-in arpeggiator and scale lock feature
- Includes Studio One Artist and Ableton Live Lite software
- Includes 2 loop packs for Impact XT
- MCU and HUI modes for DAW transport control
- Standard MIDI controller mode available
- USB bus-powered via USB-C™
Studio One Integration Features:
- Automatic detection in Studio One
- Full step sequencing and pattern editing
- Instrument and effect navigation and preset switching
- Timeline navigation and zoom
- Loop point setting and track creation
- MIDI event editing, quantization, and humanization
- Studio One auto-switches between Keyboard and Drum modes
- Requires Studio One v5 or later
Ableton Live Integration Features:
- Live clip/scene launch and navigation
- Track volume, panning, and send control
- Device parameter editing
- Crossfader control via touch strip
- Transport control including “Capture MIDI”
- Scale mode and arpeggiator live performance tools
- Requires Ableton Live 10.1.15 or later
Modes:
- Studio One native
- Ableton Live native
- MCU/HUI
- Standard MIDI controller
Connections:
- USB-C™ compatible USB 2.0 (bus-powered)
Included Software:
- Studio One® Artist (Mac/Windows)
- Ableton® Live Lite
- 2 bonus loop packs for Impact XT
- Compatible with most DAWs and performance software
Physical Specifications:
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Height: 0.98” (25 mm)
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Depth: 6.8” (172 mm)
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Width: 14.25” (362 mm)
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Weight: 2 lb. (0.91 kg)
Controls:
- 32 RGB LED pads
- 16 assignable buttons
- 8 endless rotary encoders
- 1 assignable multifunction touch strip
