All user reviews for the M-Audio Trigger Finger

My Trigger Finger is coming off three days!

It is frankly good quality workmanship for a drum pad this rate ... ay it under the machine a hole for the screw up or stand percu ...
The pads are of good quality even if trs fingers tired after a few minutes to exert the same pressure as you type. Fortunately, M audio function FULL thought which, once lit to get the max on each pad.
The ratio quality price is INTERESTED.
As for the software and documentation ... I tear my hair for now.
Enigma Software provided is not an example of user-friendly.
I am MAC user / garage band and there is no patch Auddio Trigger on GB for example ... It must couraging self-same ... So much work configuration south of the pads and code assignments and ... Everything is paramtrable transfrable by dump via USB.

Otherwise it allows all the same to control the instruments or drum kits software GB ...

I also plugs type expanders HARD Roland JV or YAMAHA QY 70 and oh delight! I could use my drum kits and really play with the PADS ....

I rve basic software that allows drag DPOS Samples of 16 pads on the Trigger Finger without taking the head with Enigma ...
Or simply that M-Audio provide clear documentation in French ...

USB power supply for the Trigger is a bit feeble ... prvoir better buying a 9V AC adapter.

To conclude my impression is Premire trs good on the instrument!

PS:

NOTICE TO PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES, ergothrapeutes or any other person involved in the disability!! With the trigger finger can be fun to play with a finger or an elbow. For people who have communication difficulties can affect a Sample pads for example by dclencher "a phrase record" by using a software sampler pads not included. A pondering ...

<p class="bbcode-cite"> Quote: <span>- How long have you use it?
- What is so special that you like most and least?</span>

Three months, and overall it's a great product, sturdy, and fairly ergonomic.

Additional controls (linear and rotary pots) offer more controls really appreciable

The lisibité is the default Update main ... three alphanumeric caratcteres ... is meager compared to the price of the beast and current technologies

The soft management ENIGMA is not against him by a model of its kind and I think M-Audio could do better on this point.

<p class="bbcode-cite"> Quote: <span>- How would you rate the quality / price?</span>
The value for money is pretty good, even if overall control surfaces such as "MPC" remain too expensive for my taste in all of the offer.

<p class="bbcode-cite"> Quote: <span>- Have you tried many other models before buying it?</span>
Testing the MPD16 ... the touch of a trigger is really nice sides.

- How long have you use it?
just 4 months

- What is so special that you like most and least?

the most: the quality of pads, the strength and the many controllers.

Cons: no buttons rec, play, stop, 16 Levels, note repeat, and configuration software enigma. The power supply is not provided (but can be supplied with the USB cable that comes with).

- How would you rate the quality / price?
Bon bought € 140 OCASI recently.

- With experience, you do again this choice? ..

Yes, because the trigger with very good pads, the pads are thinner than MPC 1000 (I own) but are larger and very comfortable to play (I even "play" with his stick work

The trigger is solid at both the pads of the hull (plastic).

Very easy to configure manually (I use the software only to return the factory Prestet)

- How long have you use it?
6 months

- What is so special that you like most and least?
most? nothing. the controller has passed away after 6 months of use.

- Have you tried many other models before buying it?
no, it was the cheapest. I'm sorry. I replaced it with a Novation SL Compact. and I shall start with ca. me and m-audio products, it's over. now I'll pay the price. 3 on my M-Audio products, I have some problems on the 3. (O2 -> portards some do not work, FW410, the preamp mic not working).

- How would you rate the quality / price?
mediocre ... That said, even if it was free, it would have been mediocre ...

- With experience, you do again this choice?

mmmm, NO FUCKING WAY!

M-Audio's Trigger Finger is a MIDI controller in the form of a drum machine set of pads. It is designed for those who want the a feel of an MPC type of drum pad, but who want to use sounds from your computer, virtual instruments, and/or modules. There are a number of MIDI controller pads out there like this one, but the Trigger Finger is the one that I have used the most. While I'm not huge into making electric drum beats, it is certainly a nice thing to have, and having a pad like this is a lot easier to use than a keyboard in my opinion. It has a good feel overall, very realistic to what a real drum machine feels like. In addition to the 16 pads it has, it also has sliders and knobs for controlling the other aspects of your sound, which of course are all programmable. I've generally found that using the Trigger Finger is an easy thing to do, as I can't recall any problems that I had with it if I did. I've used Trigger Finger primarily with Apple Logic Pro, but it can definitely be used with all sorts of different pieces of software - anything that is MIDI compatible. While the Trigger Finger is no longer available, you can definitely find them used at good prices, as this wasn't too pricey to begin with. If you really enjoy the feel of a traditional drum machine and want that sort of control and feel in the digital realm and the world of computers, this is definitely the MIDI controller that I would recommend getting, especially for those who are on a budget. There are definitely a few other MIDI controllers out there like this one that have even more control, but the M-Audio Trigger Finger gives you the most bang for your buck overall in my opinion. The Trigger Finger is definitely a product to be looking at for a drum machine style MIDI controller.

Has tons of knobs for anything you need in your Software programs, has alot of settings you can change with all pads if you like. Tons of presets so it makes switching programs and using different styles fast and easy.

Price paid

$150.00+

No actual sounds come out of the device but triggering off sounds from your PC is perfect, precise and instantainous.

Very easy to use, just plug it in and start pounding the keys using your favorite sequencer and its ready to go!

It feels very professionaly made and I think it can take a beating. This is good cause I plan on beating on this peice of machinery for a long time!

My favorite peice to my studio so far by far. It made playing my drum patterns so much more fun and gave me such a better feel. Way to go M-Audio.

Originally posted on FutureProducers.com
Posted by: Skettalee ( 7-, 2005)

This thing has sliders and knobs for just about anything you can imagine. It's really easy to assign them too. Easily connects with USB.

Price paid

$200

Great for drums. I can't imagine anything being any better. But it really has no sound of its own. It's just a controller.

Extremely easy to use. This thing is ready to go right out of the box. You can figure it all out without even looking at the manual. It couldn't be easier.

I haven't had any problems yet. Surprisingly heavy, so it must be well built.

I love this thing. It's my favorite for laying drums. It's even fun to load up other sounds and hit the pads.

Originally posted on FutureProducers.com
Posted by: SaltyDawg ( 8-, 2005)

The one bad thing is there is no note repeat or roll function.. in my opinion that is a major missing feature on a studio piece with pads

Price paid

159.00

as a padded drum controller this is a great little piece of equipment .. the pads are really stiff, you have to strike them with a little umph .. but the velocity is easily adjustable and the addiion of the sliders and knobs make control of additional parameters a breeze .. its a controller only so no sounds are loaded onto the piece.

the ease of use is incredible its true plug and play... all windows XP / and MAC systems should have no problem plugging in the usb cable and start bangin ... i had no problems at all .. and i bought a used one from a local music pawn shop

its a light piece of equipment feels like you could snap it in half with enough force ... but when its flat and your bangin' on it .. feels really good .. the pads have a nice stiff feel .. not as soft as a MPC pad or a fantom X6 pad.. the rubber on the trigger finger pads is a bit harder and the triggers underneath are durable .. and react well to different pressures even if you just push them hard without striking.

i like the trigger finger its a nice creature comfort studio piece .. not a must have .. but fun to bang on .. if it had more sliders and knobs to control a few more things would be top shelf

Originally posted on FutureProducers.com
Posted by: SInister_Keys ( 8-, 2005)

Pretty standard features, 16 pads, 4 faders, 8 nobs. One thing I do like about it especially is that it has a hardware button to trigger full velocity hits. Some other hardware ive worked with requires you to set that up through the software if possible, it is very usefull to have it directly on the controller.

Price paid

$200.00

Very easy to and setup, took me less then 5 minutes to get it up and running with Reason. While I found it easy to setup though it becomes a bit more complicated to specifically manipulate it how you would like. I personally perfer click to assign variables, but this requires you to use special software that comes with it. Overall though it is still fairly easy to work with.

It seems to be built well, the faders seem as though they wouldnt be able to take very much pressure from the sides, but other then that everything seems secure. if I were to drop it, I would expect it to still work and suffer little damage.

This is rather tough to grade. It definately helps in producing drum tracks, and it is fun to play around with. It's a lot better then tapping on a desk.

Originally posted on FutureProducers.com
Posted by: benalron (January 1-, 2005)

It is missing the roll/flam option for reals. That killed it. Its faders and knobs are nice tho. although the knobs are not 360.

Price paid

150

Hmmm?? Sound....no sound, so instead ill say how it makes the sound appear. Velocity sensitivity makes drum sounds seem highly unrobitic.

Really easy to use.

Its built like a tank, the chassis feels good, the aesthitics appear good, and the weight is really low. The faders seem kinda...i cant explain it but they feel awkward.

I really like it, but i use keys now...im not the pad typa guy.

Originally posted on FutureProducers.com
Posted by: Sohail288 ( 4-, 2006)

The features are standard. The LCD screen lets you know what's going on.

Price paid

$150.00 USD

Sound Quality is great. I use it with FL Studio 5 and 6 and it sounds nice...I seemed to have latency issues at first, but now I'm good.

Ease of use is moderate to high. You just have to know your software in order to get it working right. Don't experiment with it in the middle of making a beat. You'll mess yourself up.

I haven't had to get it repaired yet. It's lightweight, but it packs a punch!!

I like it a lot...haven't grown to love it yet, but I truly feel it is a sound investment for anyone who uses software but wants a hardware feel.

Originally posted on FutureProducers.com
Posted by: youngregin ( 4-, 2006)

The 16 pads is nice. Just tryin' to remember what each pad is assigned to is the worst! haha I wish it had the roll feature

price paid: $124

Great sound quality! When used wit' your keyboard, it's crazy. No sounds actually come from the Trigger, but it's a great sampler

If you screw this thing up, it may take you 2 minutes to re-figure it out.

It's like a Timex. Take a licking, and keeps on ticking.

It's the BROKE MAN'S MPC2000. Get it. Use it. Experiment with it. Sample with it. I use Adobe Audition, and I've learned how to chop up a sample so much more because of this. I now pick my top 16 samples (one for each pad) and create some hot ish wit' it. It's great. Go get one. I worked at a music store, so that's why I paid less than y'all!

Originally posted on FutureProducers.com
Posted by: BeatSupreme ( 5-, 2006)