Fender Motion 32 MIDI Controller with 32 Synth-Action Keys, 8 Knobs, Arpeggiator, Chord Mode, USB & MIDI Out

Struggling to find a compact MIDI controller that doesn’t compromise on creative control? The Fender Motion 32 puts a full-featured production hub into a portable, matte-black chassis, giving you 32 velocity-sensitive keys, eight assignable knobs, and dedicated transport controls—all powered straight from your USB port.

Who is it for

Beatmakers, synth enthusiasts, and live performers who need a reliable, bus-powered controller for studio or stage. It’s equally at home on a desk driving a DAW or in a backpack for mobile sessions with an iPad.

Main features

• 32 synth-action mini keys with velocity sensitivity for expressive playing.
• 8 assignable knobs and 8 assignable buttons for hands-on control of software parameters.
• Pitch bend and modulation wheels for classic performance gestures.
• Built-in arpeggiator and chord mode to spark new ideas instantly.
• Transport controls (Play, Stop, Record, Forward, Rewind) for seamless DAW integration.
• USB-B MIDI and 5-pin DIN MIDI output for connecting to computers and external hardware.
• Sustain pedal input (1/4" TS) for expressive sustain.
• 3-digit LED display for quick visual feedback.
• Bus-powered via USB; optional 9V DC adapter for standalone use (not included).
• Includes a lite DAW and virtual instrument pack to start making music immediately.

Specifications

• Number of keys: 32
• Key action: Synth-action
• Velocity sensitivity: Yes
• Pitch bend wheel: Yes
• Modulation wheel: Yes
• Assignable knobs: 8
• Assignable buttons: 8
• Octave buttons: Yes (+/-)
• Transport controls: Play, Stop, Record, Fwd, Rwd
• MIDI connectivity: USB-B (MIDI over USB), 5-pin DIN MIDI Out
• Power supply: USB bus-powered, optional DC 9V adapter (not included)
• Display: 3-digit LED
• Pedal input: 1 x 1/4" TS sustain pedal input
• Software compatibility: macOS, Windows, iOS (via Apple Camera Connection Kit)
• Bundled software: Lite DAW software, virtual instrument pack
• Arpeggiator: Yes
• Chord mode: Yes
• Material: High-grade ABS plastic chassis
• Colour: Matte Black

Tips

Pair the Motion 32 with your favourite synth plugin and map the eight knobs to filter cutoff, resonance, and envelope controls for a tactile, hardware-like feel. Use the chord mode to trigger full chords with one finger, then layer the arpeggiator for evolving rhythmic patterns.