Monoprice 625893 Stage Right USB MIDI Pad Controller

The Monoprice Stage Right SRP12 is a compact USB MIDI pad controller designed for music producers who need a straightforward, portable tool for triggering samples, programming beats, and controlling DAW software. At its core are 12 backlit, velocity-sensitive pads that respond to playing dynamics, allowing for expressive finger drumming and nuanced sample triggering. The pads are complemented by 6 MIDI Machine Control buttons that provide direct transport control — play, stop, record, and navigation — so you can manage your session without switching to a mouse or keyboard.

Powered entirely over USB, the SRP12 requires no external power supply and works as a class-compliant MIDI device, meaning it functions plug-and-play with most DAWs on Windows and macOS. Its small footprint makes it an ideal companion for laptop-based production setups, whether at home or on the go. While it omits faders and rotary knobs found on more advanced controllers, its focused pad-and-transport layout keeps things simple and accessible for producers who primarily work with samples and loops.