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Notes: The best buttons in a professional MIDI controller
High performance MIDI controller
Designed to stand up to rigors of touring artists
Full colour configurable arcade buttons
Limited editions available with rare button colours/types
Built on the familiar format of DJ TechTools' legendary Midi Fighter line, the Spectra is back! It has full-colour ring lighting, six side-mounted, configurable function buttons, and support for all software that supports MIDI including Traktor, Ableton, Serato and more. These are the best buttons in the world.

*** Midi Fighter Utility Update- 2.90 (July 2024) ***

A new version of the Midi Fighter Utility is now available! DJ Tech Tools focused this release on implementing some community feedback and fixing the connectivity issues that disabled online firmware updates in the past. Be aware that since 2.85 and previous releases can't go online you won't be notified via the app that an update is available. Future firmware and utility updates will work fine moving forward.

In order to use this software plug in your Midi Fighter directly to your computer via USB (DO NOT USE A USB HUB) and follow the onscreen instructions in the utility. You'll be prompted to update your firmware as new firmware updates are available. If no new firmware updates are available, it's time to use!

Release Notes (2.90)

Fixed server connectivity issues
Fixed factory firmware flashing (Windows)
Fixed invisible options in drop down menus
Replaced Checkboxes with toggle switches
Fixed naming inconsistencies between "Midifighter" and "Midi Fighter"
Fixed model and firmware text scaling (Windows)
Improved text scaling for better visibility on large screens
General design update for an improve experience in low light
Increased log window width for improved readability
Updated app icon
Updated flashing status icons
Updated Midi Fighter 3D and 64 layout graphics


What Makes The Spectra Great?

Every night around the world professional DJs, VJs and musicians rely on the Midi Fighter because:

Engineered to Last

The buttons alone are rated at 5 million presses - which essentially mean they will never break. You can be confident this controller will survive any tour.

Musical Feel

Arcade buttons bounce back with spring loading for ultra fast playback and easy triplets & drum rolls. It's popular for a reason.

Easy To Carry

Small footprint that won't bloat your gig bag and fits easily in the DJ booth.

The Best Buttons In The World

Most MIDI controllers feel like a plastic toy with the same buttons as your TV remote. The Midi Fighter Spectra is a professional grade instrument with the best buttons in the world, genuine Sanwa arcade buttons. These are built to take a beating and are a joy to play.

MIDI Fighter Spectra Buttons:
Cost $2.50 each
Rated to last 5 million presses
Full 2mm of travel
Bounces back like a real drum
Made in Japan in small quantities
Ball bearing contacts work every time
Clear audible feedback
Only on the Midi Fighter
Industry leading ultra low latency

Why is the Arcade button so popular?

The arcade button is a one of a kind with unique mechanics and feel that is built to be played hard!

Rapid Fire Play - The button is spring loaded and bounces back like a real drum for ultra fast triggers.

Clear Musical Action - With 10mm of musical travel and a clear audible feedback when pressed, this button plays like an instrument should.

Start playing music instantly

SoundPacks are a new plug and play standard. They keep the drums and instruments in the same place on a 16 button grid, so you can load up any pack and instantly start getting creative. The Midi Fighter Spectra is the instrument of choice for anyone playing SoundPacks and finger drumming.

Start Playing Today - Thousands of SoundPacks are available for free

Musical Talent Required - FingerDrumming is a real musical skill that is a lot of fun and the Midi Fighter Spectra is the better choice of controller for serious finger drummers.

16 buttons = One song - Each pack intuitively places a full song on 16 simple buttons making it possible to get incredibly creative, quickly.

Technical Details

Key Features:
Built proper, you can pass it onto your grandkids and it will keep ticking
Map its buttons to any midi-compatible effect or software
Official mappings for popular DJ and production software
Customizable, animated LED colour rings

Requirements:
The Midi Fighter Spectra is a class compliant, plug and play controller
Works with any computer that has a USB port and supports MIDI
Connector: USB 2.0 Type B (cable included)

Size + Weight:
Height: 6" / 15.24cm
Width: 6" / 15.24cm
Depth: 1.5" / 3.81cm
Weight: 1.3lb / 0.6kg