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Description
Fender Motion 16 puts Fender Studio Pro at your fingertips, giving instant access to timeline navigation, session controls, and an Add button for instruments and effects—so you can record, edit, and perform without leaving your instrument or breaking focus. Beyond Studio Pro, Motion’s dynamic FATAR® pads, vibrant illuminated encoders, and expressive touch strips elevate any DAW workflow, letting you improvise with intelligent scales, explore iconic chord progressions, and shape sounds in real time.
Featured
- Unrivaled Fender Studio Pro integration and full compatibility across major DAWs
- 16 RGB polyphonic touch pads
- 9 touch + illumination knobs
- Color display
- Built-in Smart Scale & Smart Chords
- Hands-on timeline navigation and session controls
- Instant “Add” button for virtual instruments, audio tracks, or effects
- Hardware integration with synths, drum machines, and hybrid setups
- Real-time performance and editing control
- Compact, portable form factor
- Perfect for home studios, collaborative environments, and live performance
Why We Like This
The Fender Motion 16 goes beyond a traditional pad controller by combining expressive performance controls with intelligent creative tools and deep DAW integration. Smart Scale, Smart Chords, RGB polyphonic pads, illuminated encoders, and dedicated Studio Pro workflow controls help musicians spend less time navigating software and more time making music.
FAQs
Q: Which software does the Motion 16 work with?
The Motion 16 is designed for deep integration with Fender Studio Pro and is also compatible with major digital audio workstations (DAWs).
Q: How many performance pads does it include?
It features 16 RGB polyphonic touch-sensitive pads for expressive playing, clip launching, sampling, and finger drumming.
Q: Does it include built-in music creation tools?
Yes. Motion 16 includes Smart Scale and Smart Chords, making it easier to perform melodies and chord progressions while staying in key.
Q: Can I control my DAW directly from the controller?
Yes. Dedicated controls provide timeline navigation, transport functions, session management, and instant track creation directly from the hardware.
Q: Is Motion 16 suitable for live performance?
Absolutely. Its responsive touch pads, illuminated controls, real-time editing capabilities, compact design, and hardware integration make it an excellent choice for both studio production and live performance.
Based in Chicago, IL, Gear Club Direct supplies professional MIDI controllers, music production equipment, studio recording gear, audio interfaces, keyboards, and performance solutions for producers, musicians, composers, and live performers.
Tech Specs
Number of Pads: |
16x RGB Backlit Pad |
Display: |
LCD |
Sequencer: |
Yes |
Media/Memory Card Slot: |
No |
Audio I/O: |
2x 1/4" Input 2x 1/4" Output 2x XLR Output |
Trigger Device & Pedal Inputs: |
No |
MIDI I/O: |
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Input 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Output |
USB I/O: |
1x USB-C (Host Connection) |
Wireless: |
No |
OS Compatibility: |
macOS / Windows |
Delivery & Returns
At Gear Club Direct, we want you to be happy with your purchase. We understand that there are times when once a product is received, it may not be what you needed or wanted after all. So, we will gladly accept your qualifying return within 15 days of the delivery date. After 15 days of the delivery date, all sales are final.
The Return Process
Customers are required to obtain a Pre-Authorization to return any product. To submit a request for a return, simply log in to your account and request a return and one of our sales representatives will contact you within 24-48 business hours. If you do not have an account with us, please open a help ticket, providing as much detail as possible and whether you are requesting a refund or an exchange. READ MORE
