
PreSonus M7 Microphone and ATOM Performance Controller Bundle
A bundle pairing a versatile 16-pad MIDI controller with a large-diaphragm condenser mic for complete music production and recording.
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Overview
Key Features
Groove Production Hardware Control Surface with 16 Velocity- and Pressure-sensitive Pads, 4 Rotary Encoders, Switchable Polyphonic Aftertouch/Channel Pressure/MIDI CC Message Modes, Selectable Pad Velocity Curves and Pressure Thresholds, 8 Pad Banks, USB 2.0 Connectivity, and Presonus M7 Condenser Microphone
ATOM 16-pad Performance Controller: Groove Production Hardware Control Surface with 16 Velocity- and Pressure-sensitive Pads, 4 Rotary Encoders, Switchable Polyphonic Aftertouch/Channel Pressure/MIDI CC Message Modes, Selectable Pad Velocity Curves and Pressure Thresholds, 8 Pad Banks, and USB 2.0 Connectivity
M7 Large-diaphragm Condenser Microphone: Large-diaphragm Condenser Microphone with Cardioid Polar Pattern, 10' Cable, and Accessories
Specifications
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Bundle combines recording and beat-making tools at a lower cost than purchasing each component separately.
- ATOM pads support polyphonic aftertouch and selectable velocity curves for expressive, nuanced performances.
- M7 large-diaphragm condenser microphone captures detailed vocals and acoustic instruments with a cardioid pickup pattern.
- Four rotary encoders on the ATOM provide hands-on control over parameters without reaching for the mouse.
- USB 2.0 connectivity on the ATOM means simple plug-and-play setup with no external power supply needed.
👎 Cons
- The M7 microphone requires phantom power, so you will need an audio interface or mixer that supplies +48V.
- Only a 10-foot cable is included with the microphone, which may be too short for some studio arrangements.
- The ATOM controller lacks built-in faders, limiting its use for mixing tasks without additional hardware.
- No audio interface is included, so both components require separate gear to connect to a computer for recording.
- The bundle is most tightly integrated with PreSonus Studio One and may require extra configuration with other DAWs.