MESSE05: Kwick! Katch Korg's Kaptivator

The Kaptivator is designed to let you sample, mix, process and play back hundreds of video clips - including live video - in real-time, without the need for any additional equipment.

Main Features

* First of its kind video performance instrument featuring a familiar and intuitive interface.

* Fast and smooth operation of multiple tasks, from video sampling to playback, mixing, effects and final output.

* The kaptivator can sample and save up to 800 video 'clips'. Use the sixteen clip pads to access and play individual clips.

* The clip pads are arranged in groups; eight in Group A and eight in Group B. You can play and mix a clip from each group, allowing two simultaneous sources. The external video input provides a third source.

* Two built-in LCD screens allow you to monitor the live video input and output, as well as your saved clips. Each screen is also equipped with a monitor output.

* Multi-mode LCD screens allow the video content of all 16 pads to be seen in a single glance.

* Easily add effects like speed change, reverse, random playback, and scratch during playback.

* Rotary, slider and ribbon controllers provide simultaneous control of multiple operations.

* Fifteen types of routing schemes let you select a variety of insert points from among the internally stored video, external input video, and mixes of these sources.

* Fifteen effects including Invert, Blurring, Colorize and more provide dynamic manipulation and enhancement of any video performance.

* One hundred editable 'Style' setups instantly recall video signal routing, effects and controller combinations.

* The Motion Sequence function can record and play back controller movements and effect changes. You can save and recall 100 Motion Sequences.

* The audio trigger input can detect BPM or dynamics from an external audio source, allowing the music to control the video playback.

* The playback speed of each video clip can be set to match the tempo of the music by specifying a BPM setting and a BPM synchronization style.

* The 'Main Out Capture' function (*provisional name) provides an eight second buffer to capture the signal from the main output. This can be resampled after applying effects, mixing or overdubbing the signal - or even used as a third video source.

* DV connection can accept or send digital video format (DV) signals to or from a DV camera.

* PAL and NTSC compatible.

* PAL/NTSC conversion is provided. Video recorded in either format can be used.

* Preset samples of original video created by front-line VJs and video artists is provided.

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