If you have ever wanted to work with a multi platform music creation software that is ideal for performance, production and DJing with a focus on flexible editing tools and a super fast workflow, then you should totally jump on the bitwig train
Right…
And I totally agree… it is a super amazing software that is ideal for the beginner who needs something in their home studio and does not want to spend a lot of money.
But the issue I had with this software was selecting a good Midi controller for it
Think about it… how many times have you had to work with a digital workstation only to find out that there are no good guides on the best midi controller to pick from
Which is why I wrote this article
After careful research, I want to show you my top 5 pick of the best midi controller for bitwig, things you need to be careful of before making a purchase and where you can absolutely get these controllers at super cheap and comfortable prices.
Here is an article I wrote showing you the 5 best midi controller for reaper
Our Winner After Careful Research
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5 Best Midi Controller for Bitwig
1. Akai Professional APC 40MKII Midi Controller
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This is probably one of the best and ideal midi controllers you can get for use with bitwig.
It integrates seamlessly with bitwig and provides hands on control of its clip matrix, mixer parameters, virtual instruments, effects and more
This gives you complete control of your music creation from start to finish
With this keyboard controller, you can create, jam and produce music using its trigger clips, loops and samples with RGB feedback for clip status and color coding.
With its essential controls you can easily take command of your DAW parameters, virtual instruments and effects using nine channel faders, eight control knobs and eight device controls that seamlessly maps with bitwig
You can conveniently locate assignable A/B crossfader which gives you that dynamic DJ style mixing on the go
It comes with USB powered plug and play connectivity for Mac and PC which makes it very easy to set up and begin making music.
This midi controller is ideal as it comes included with lots of samples and loops making easy to get started with your music making career.
2. Novation Launchpad MK2 Midi controller
- Integrate immediately and seamlessly with Ableton Live, without any setup whatsoever
- 64 RGB pads light up to match the color of your clips in Live; see at a glance whats loaded, playing, and recording
- Bright, colorful pads make the unit stand out just from USB power - when youre on stage or creating an exciting Launchpad light show video for YouTube
- Use the grid to play drums and samples with pads pre-mapped to Ableton Lives drum rack
- Start and stop loops, arm tracks, and control volumes, pans and sends
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Next on my list of good midi keyboards that you can use for bitwig is the Novation Launchpad MK2
While originally made for integration with Ableton Live, the good thing is that there are available scripts that makes it ideal for use with bitwig Studio 2 and the latest versions
If you are looking for a device that gives you the ability to smash riffs and melodies and also rugged for taking on the road, then this is your best bet.
It comes equipped with 64 RGB pads that light up to match the colour of your clips while playing live.
This also helps you see at a glance and easily what’s loaded up, playing and recording.
One unique thing about this controller is that it has bright, colorful pads that makes the unit stand out using just USB power.
This allows you to be unique and different when you are on stage or creating an exciting Launchpad light show video for YouTube.
You can easily use the grid to play drums and samples with the pads pre mapped to bitwig and Ableton Lives drum rack.
It has start and stop loops, arm tracks, and volume controls that allows you adjust the parameters of your songs without any issues
3. Native Instrument Komplete Kontrol M32 Controller
- 32 compact keys to control all your instruments and effects
- Sleek and solid design, fused with professional production features
- Comes with a powerful software package, including synths, basses, drums, effects – plus Ableton Live 10 Lite
- OLED display and touch-sensitive knobs to tweak your sound’s essential parameters in real-time
- Usb 2.0 bus powered
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The Komplete Kontrol M32 controller is a portable, compact and ready to tap midi controller that is ideal for use with Bitwig.
It is a micro sized keyboard controller for all your virtual instruments and effects
It is very affordable and it is an entry level midi controller for the beginner who wants to get his feet wet with music production.
It is a synth action custom NI keybed with OLED display for at a glance navigation
This makes it ideal for you to easily locate buttons and knobs as you create your music
It has eight touch sensitive control knobs and two touch strips for intuitive expression which makes it easy to tweak and make adjustments to your sounds as you go.
It is USB bus 2.0 powered ensuring that you can easily take this on the road and work as you go.
This is a Sleek midi controller with solid design fused with professional production features that gives you everything you need to start making music from the comfort of your home studio.
4. Native Instruments Maschine Mikro MK3 Midi Controller
- Compact, music production instrument that integrates powerful software with tactile, responsive hardware
- 1.6 GB MASCHINE Factory Selection with samples, one-shots, loops, sample instruments, presets, patterns, drum kits, and songs
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This is a compact, music production controller that integrates powerful softwares with tactile, responsive hardware
With this controller, you have four ways to create sound using 16 pads that help you drum in pad mode, play melodies in keyboard mode, create chord progressions in chord mode and program in a classic step sequencer style from step mode.
You can use it on its own or as a VST with all major DAWs including Bitwig and Protools
It comes with over 1 gig Maschine factory selection with samples, one shots, loops, sample instruments, presets, patterns, drum kits and songs
It is powered by USB 2.0 which makes it ideal for carrying and setting up on the go without any complicated power issues.
It has focused visual feedback which allows you to see what you need and nothing more using compact screen guides.
You can also easily switch between different playing modes with dedicated buttons
All in all, this is an ideal midi controller which you can hook up to bitwig and use in your home studio without any issues.
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5. Nektar T6 DAW Controller
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This is one controller that delivers Nektar level instrument plugin control in your Bitwig DAW.
You can easily load patches directly from this controller and start controlling parameter instantly
With its LED display screen you also get to see everything you are doing without making any mistakes
With its many included maps you can easily control any instrument plugin or better still customize and create your own.
You have new performance tools like the power chord, hold and note repeat functions that adds more creativity and flair to your music making.
You can easily tweak repeat parameters, plugin parameters and have them all recorded in your Bitwig DAW.
The Panorama T6 controller connects to most DAWs especially the Bitwig DAW delivering navigation, mixer and transport control with either Nektar DAW integration or MCU compatibility.
This is one midi controller that delivers awesome sound quality every time when used with Bitwig.
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