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Nektar Panorama P6 61-key Keyboard Controller

Control Surface with Deep Integration for Bitwig Studio, Cubase, Nuendo, Logic Pro, Reason, Main Stage, and Reaper with 61-key Keyboard, 12 Pads, 16 Encoders, 9 Faders, 1 Motorized Fader, and TFT Display
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Take Control of your DAW with the Panorama P6!

Take control of Bitwig Studio, Cubase, Nuendo, Logic Pro, Reason, Main Stage, and Reaper like never before with the tightly integrated hardware control that's only available from Nektar Panorama controllers. Because Nektar Panorama controllers are pre-mapped for these 5 DAWs, every control feature in your DAW software is accessible via the pads, faders, encoders, and buttons on this 61-key portable keyboard. A large, clear TFT display even shows you what parameter you are controlling in real time.

Nektar Panorama P6 Control Surface at a Glance:
  • Command Bitwig Studio, Cubase, Nuendo, Logic Pro, Reason, Main Stage, or Reaper from a single device
  • Channel strip control
  • Virtual Instrument control at your fingertips
  • Software parameters being controlled are displayed on a large TFT display
Command Bitwig Studio, Cubase, Nuendo, Logic Pro, Reason, Main Stage, or Reaper from a single device

The Nektar Panorama P6 was designed to be the ultimate controller. Utilizing a custom communication protocol, the Panorama P6 gives you deeply integrated control of Bitwig Studio, Cubase, Nuendo, Logic Pro, Reason, Main Stage, and Reaper. From mixer to channel strip to transport controls and instruments, the Nektar Panorama P6 is your complete control surface solution. In addition, the Panorama P6 is a fully capable MIDI controller for all of your other applications too.

Channel strip control

Complete channel strip control is built into the Nektar Panorama P6. Whether controlling a channel strip within Bitwig Studio, Cubase, Nuendo, Logic Pro, Reason, Main Stage, or Reaper, the Panorama P6 covers it all. You have access to dynamics, EQ, inserts, sends, and more. Even better, a large clear TFT screen lets you see what functions you are using and what the settings are in real time. You also get a single motorized 100mm ALPS fader that can be used to control and set your channel automation.

Virtual instruments at your fingertips

Take control of the vast collection of virtual instruments within Bitwig Studio, Cubase, Nuendo, Logic Pro, Reason, Main Stage, and Reaper with the Nektar Panorama P6. The 61-key keyboard lets you play synths like a pro, and the 12 pads give you command of percussion patches, loops, and more. Create, record, and perform all the parts of your tunes with the Nektar Panorama P6 control surface.

Panorama Series (P1, P4 and P6) Supports These DAWs:
  • Bitwig Studio
  • Cubase
  • Nuendo
  • Logic Pro
  • Reason
  • Main Stage
  • Reaper
Nektar Panorama P6 Control Surface Features:
  • Control surface/keyboard with deep integration for complete control of Bitwig Studio, Cubase, Nuendo, Logic Pro, Reason, Main Stage, and Reaper
  • Complete set of transport controls
  • 61-key keyboard and 12 pads for virtual instrument control
  • Built-in LCD screen for real time display of controls and functions
Take complete control of Bitwig Studio, Cubase, Nuendo, Logic Pro, Reason, Main Stage, and Reaper with the Nektar Panorama P6 control surface!

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Tech Specs

  • Type: Keyboard with DAW Controller
  • Number of Keys: 61
  • Type of Keys: Semi-weighted, Piano Style
  • Aftertouch: Yes
  • Pads: 12
  • Other Controllers: Pitchbend, Mod Wheel
  • Encoders/Pots: 16
  • Faders: 10
  • Dedicated Transport Control: Yes
  • Pedal Inputs: 1 x Footswitch, 1 x Expression (Both Assignable)
  • MIDI I/O: Out/USB
  • USB: 2 x Type B, 1 x Micro-B
  • Power Supply: Bus Powered
  • Height: 4"
  • Width: 39"
  • Depth: 13"
  • Weight: 17 lbs.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: Panorama P6

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Rated 5/5

If you use Reason this is the only real choice for a controller

I've used Reason as my primary DAW for many years and I have tried several controllers with limited success. This is due to Reason having its own proprietary control protocol that limits what you can effectively use with it. I have used the Panorama P6 for a little over a year now and I have never been happier. It integrates perfectly with Reason right from the setup. You really can throw away your keyboard and mouse with this. Reason feels much more like a fully contained synthesizer workstation now that I've added this controller.
Music background: hobbyist musician & producer
Rated 5/5

As great as it seems - which is saying something

A few years back, I owned a different brand of supposedly integrated controllers. When I bought it, I didn't look too deeply into it, I just assumed it would map all parameters well and control software effectively and be effortless - the software I wanted to control was made by the same company as the controller! It didn't work out so well. For some reason, it really wasn't that integrated, and changing or customizing the controls was difficult.

So I was understandably skeptical about the Nektar Panorama concept. But I'm happy to report that in this case, it works as advertised!

Logic Pro X integration is tight and easy. You do have to go through a few software installs and firmware upgrades, but those went smoothly and then I was in business! The display is perfect for keeping you aware of what you're doing - it's big and bright and very readable and laid out logically. I like the fact that the faders are on the left which means I can be making real-time parameter changes with my left hand while performing with my right hand.

Perhaps my favorite thing about this controller is the Internal mode, which is a mode where it's just a generic MIDI controller. Not only is this controller very powerful in Internal mode, it is also much easier to configure custom control setups right from the keyboard (no need to run some software and import/export controller maps, etc.), and the BEST BEST thing is you can switch back and forth between your customized Internal mode setup and the auto-mapped DAW controller modes as much as you want.

Let me elaborate slightly: I'm using EastWest Symphonic Library in Logic Pro X. I want to choose which performance parameters (e.g., vibrato amount and portamento time, etc.) are mapped to which faders on the P6. So I go to Internal mode, check the EastWest docs for CC numbers, and quickly and easily set up my performance controls on the P6 faders, and then save that preset. With that done, I can go into Logic and use Mixer mode or Transport mode to drive Logic around, and then when I'm ready to record a performance for a symphonic part, I record arm the track in Mixer mode and then switch to Internal mode to perform. I can also customize the 12 pads to control key switches for the performance (to select different articulations on the fly).

Panorama does ALL of that smoothly and easily.

The motorized fader is also everything you want it to be: works great for touch and latch automation. And like all motorized faders, it requires additional power, but unlike some other products the additional fader power comes in on a USB port, if you're on the go (which maybe isn't as likely with the P6), you can power the P6 and the motorized fader both using two USB cables and your laptop battery. Alternatively, you can run the whole board and just not have motorized functions on the main fader by not using the second USB cable.

The keybed is designed a lot like a fully weighted keybed but is really closer to synth action than anything else, which is kinda nice, it turns out.

If I have any criticism at all, it's that the black-on-black color scheme isn't the most "readable", but overall the P6 does look very cool, and I haven't had a problem driving it around. Perhaps this would be a bigger liability in a live setting. (spike tape, maybe?)
Music background: Composer, Musician, Teacher
Rated 5/5

Very nice controller!

I love this ! Advanced features to the Max!
Music background: Electronica-EDM
Rated 5/5

Amazing Controller

This is the ultimate! just the weight and feel of the keys is enough to make this a front runner for the price. I am using this with Reason 10 and still have a lot to learn, but it's already making the creative process much easier. the pads are big and very sensitive. I'm not getting rid of my MPC but these are awesome for quick hat loops etc. the biggest thing is the mixing ability. the faders, the knobs, giving the real feel of top of the line keyboards. the only thing I noticed is that the mapping for Europa and Grain are not fully synced. still work just fine but knobs are not assigned. if you are thinking of buying this, do it! you will thank yourself later!
Music background: EDM
Rated 5/5

Effortless

Relatively new to the recording world and all things MIDI, wanted something that worked well with Logic Pro X and based upon a recommendation from a friend (Davy Drones you beautiful man), I purchased this. There really is no learning curve, I simply followed the directions and within 10 minutes or less, it synced perfectly with all of my software instruments and Logic EQ's. I've just scratched the surface but I was able to play out a song and do a basic mix on it within 30 minutes. I've spent maybe an hour total on this thing, from receiving it, unpacking it, downloading software, etc... and I'm already making music, couldn't be happier.

Thanks Luke Herian for supporting my addiction, I always enjoy the phone calls. =)
Music background: Engineer

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Dave Snow

After using it in my studio, I’ve found the Nektar Panorama P6 to be the ideal solution for controlling Reason. Every important knob and button is automatically mapped to the controller as soon as I select a device. The deep integration with Reason is so immersive and intuitive that it sometimes feels like I’m using a traditional hardware keyboard instead of a MIDI controller. Ultimately this means less time clicking around the interface and more time to be creative.
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