Intuitive Instruments Exquis Deluxe Hexagonal MPE MIDI Controller (Dark Wood)

The intuitive and expressive MIDI controller (MPE) to control software, MIDI synthesizers, and modular synthesizers. Comes with the Exquis app for composing. Designed and assembled in France.

Deluxe version (with side customization trims and fabric protective pouch).

A universal MPE/MIDI and CV controller

Unlike classic MIDI controllers with a pitch wheel and a mod wheel, the Exquis (pronounced “ex-key”) keyboard enables per-key control via the MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression) protocol; each note is assigned its own MIDI channel and has three axes of expressivity: Pitch Bend (X), CC74 (Y) and Aftertouch (Z). The keys are also velocity-sensitive (note on and note off).

For compatibility with standard MIDI software and synthesizers, you can also use Exquis in Polyphonic Aftertouch mode (Z only) on a single MIDI channel. Two Type-A TRS MIDI adapters are included.

In CV (0–5 V), Exquis allows monophonic playing on the X (PITCH) and Z (MOD) axes.

Finally, the keyboard features a built-in arpeggiator and a Freeze function (note hold), both MPE-compatible.