The Altura MkII Is A MIDI Controller That Emulates A Theremin

Zeppelin Design Labs has introduced the Altura MkII, a MIDI Controller and arpeggiator that, by emulating a theremin, allows you to move your hands to control pitch, volume, velocity, bend, modulation, portamento, and more.

Features

• Save / Read up to 21 presets
• Arpeggiator / Step sequencer
• Program any 8-step sequence over a 2-octave range
• Use right hand to set initial note
• Sequence always plays in selected key and scale
• Tap Tempo
• Use left hand to multiply tempo
• Right Sensor – MIDI Pitch (Note On/Off)
• Octave Select – set 1 to 8 octaves, ascending or descending
• Key Select
• Scale Select – choose from 12 different modes
• Left Sensor – Send Control Change
• Pitch Bend
• Modulation
• Velocity
• Channel Volume
• Portamento Time
• Adjustable to any range of values from 0-127, ascending or descending
• X-Y Mode: Both left and right sensors send Control Change data, any value, any two controllers
• Transmit Channel Select
• Articulation (responsiveness) adjust
• 9V DC Power Input — wall wart or battery
• MIDI Out
• Power On indicator
• 3-digit display
• ISP Header

Pricing and Availability
The Altura MkII is available as both a customizable DIY kit or a ready-to-use controller. Prices range from $20.00 – $169.00, and you can visit the Zeppelin Labs website to learn more.

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