plugged into a wall outlet and has its sleep feature disabled. This configuration will charge one
Lightpad Block and one Live Block or Loop Block, but not all three unless they are powered off.
Note: Please do not use an iPhone charger to charge BLOCKS as it is not a compatible charger.
3.2 What is BLOCKS?
BLOCKS is a modular music platform that opens new possibilities for musical expression.
BLOCKS starts with the Lightpad Block, a playable surface. Other Blocks such as the Live
Block and Loop Block connect to the Lightpad Block and allow easier, faster control of music
performance and production. The modular system is powered by NOISE, a free iOS app that
functions as the software engine for the BLOCKS system. NOISE and BLOCKS connect
wirelessly over Bluetooth.
3.3 What's in the Box?
Lightpad Block
USB-C cable
Quick start guide
Warranty Information
3.4 System Requirements
NOISE
NOISE, the free iOS app, is the software engine of BLOCKS. It is a powerful standalone
instrument for iPhones and iPads and responds to 3D Touch technology on newer iOS devices. It
also pairs with BLOCKS hardware via MIDI-over-Bluetooth and becomes the software
synthesizer and sound engine for BLOCKS. NOISE and BLOCKS are integrally connected, and
together they make a modular, mobile music platform.
Visit the Apple App Store and download NOISE on your iPhone or iPad.
iOS Device
NOISE requires iOS 9.0 or higher and can take advantage of Apple's 3D touch capabilities on
the iPhone 6s or higher and the iPad Pro. 3D Touch capabilities are not required as the Lightpad
Block offers 5D Touch. The following iOS devices have been tested and are supported.
iPhone 6 or higher
iPhone SE
iPad Mini 4 or higher
iPad Air 2
iPad Pro (9.7 and 12.9 inches)
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