KAOSS PAD returns with a reimagined touch interface, expanded effects, and a workflow built for modern creators. With dual‐touch performance, advanced vocal shaping, and flexible connectivity, KAOSS PAD V gives vocalists, guitarists, producers, and performers an expressive tool for real‐time sound manipulation that responds instantly to every gesture.

At the heart of KAOSS PAD V is its new dual‐touch operation, allowing two parameters to be controlled simultaneously for deeper, more dynamic performances. Shape evolving textures by combining effects such as filter and delay, pitch and reverb, or modulation and feedback, all with intuitive fingertip control. A refreshed library of classic and modern KAOSS effects, along with onboard program editing and preset saving, makes it the most versatile KAOSS PAD to date.

Designed to integrate seamlessly into studio, stage, and streaming workflows, KAOSS PAD V supports MIC, LINE, and USB inputs at the same time. A balanced mic preamp delivers clean vocal capture, while the dedicated Hi‐Z input lets guitars and basses plug straight in with no extra hardware required. The built‐in USB audio interface simplifies recording, processing, and livestreaming, supported by a redesigned power circuit and low‐noise audio path for reliable performance in any environment.

Creative tools extend further with the new Voice FX engine for harmonies, vocoder textures, and pitch‐morphed vocals, plus powerful sampling and looping features. Capture up to eight bars, overdub layers in real time, and stay locked to the groove with BPM‐synced Step Hold. Whether remixing, looping live, or building evolving soundscapes, KAOSS PAD V delivers hands‐on control for inspired performance.

Key Features:

• 5th-generation FX processor fuses groundbreaking creative tools with kaleidoscopic multi-instrumental compatibility, spanning hardware, software, and hybrid setups
• Dual-finger Touch FX lets you customize and simultaneously control 2 parameters with the XY pad for prismatic, expressive possibilities
• Innovative Vocal FX engine unlocks versatile vocoding, pitch-modulation, and harmonizing tools, including voice-to-MIDI to control external instruments with your own vocals, live
• Versatile sampling, looping, and overdub capabilities expand real-time sound slicing and on-the-fly rearrangement
• Mic/Line hi-Z input includes a balanced vocal preamp for uncompromising clarity and explosive multi-instrumental creativity in the studio and onstage
• Integrated USB audio interface and MIDI-capable USB-B port unlock multitudes of recording and performing configurations
• 300 onboard preset slots include 100 user-assignable spaces to easily edit, store, and recall your custom performance patches
• Expansive I/O suite comprises 5-pin DIN MIDI and RCA stereo pair connections for evocative interoperative potential
• Front-mounted SD/SDHC card reader supports myriad patch, sample, and preset storage

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