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This section covers information that will help you get
started with the Pearl malletSTATION. We will introduce
the malletSTATION hardware, discuss how to connect your
malletSTATION to your device, and go over basic operation
of the device and the editor. More in-depth information is
available in the later sections of the manual.
2.1 A QUICK MIDI PRIMER
MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is an industry
standard music technology protocol that connects products
from many different companies including digital musical
instruments, computers, tablets, and smartphones. MIDI is
used every day around the world by musicians, DJs, producers,
educators, artists, and hobbyists to create, perform, learn,
and share music and artistic works.
The EM1 malletSTATION is what is known as a MIDI Controller,
meaning it does not have any built-in sounds on the unit itself.
The sounds are generated through your device of choice,
including Mac, PC, iOS, or Android devices. Any app capable of
receiving MIDI will work with malletSTATION.
In most cases, you can plug your headphones or speakers
directly into the headphone jack of your device being used as
a sound source. An external audio interface is recommended
for best performance but is not typically required.
2.2 SUPPORT
For the most up to date information about this product,
including the EM1 malletSTATION editor software, sound
library downloads, manuals, system requirements, support,
and product registration, please visit pearlmalletstation.com.
We highly recommend bookmarking this site to always have
access to the software editor and firmware updates.
2.5 IMPORTANT!
When plugging up malletSTATION, do not have any objects (such as music, mallets, or headphones) sitting
on top of malletSTATION. The unit calibrates the bar sensors each time it is plugged in. Also ensure the unit
is in the same vertical and horizontal orientation that will be used while playing before plugging it up.
GETTING STARTED
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2.3 RECOMMENDED SOFTWARE
INSTALLATION
Presonus Studio One Artist: Software keys
for Presonus Studio One Artist, as well as
malletSTATION specific sound libraries for Studio
One are included for Mac and PC. Register your
device at
www.pearlmalletstation.com
product keys and installation information.
Pearl malletSTATION Editor: The malletSTATION
Editor Software or Web Editor will allow you
to make changes to the malletSTATION's MIDI
Configuration, as well as change things such as
dampening/aftertouch mode, preset gain, and
save the default boot up mode of the unit.
2.4 CONNECTING YOUR MALLETSTATION
The EM1 malletSTATION is powered through a USB connection
to your computer or mobile device. We recommend
connecting malletSTATION to either a port directly on the
device, or through a powered USB hub. This USB cable
provides the power as well as the MIDI data to and from your
computer or mobile device.
NOTE: Connecting the EM1 malletSTATION to an iOS device
requires Apple's Lightning to USB Camera Adapter, sold separately.
Android users will need to source the appropriate OTG cable.
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