VibeKAT

vibeKAT

The VibeKAT contains all of the expression and dynamics of the legendary MalletKAT, but now offers an entirely new simplified interface.

The concept of the VibeKAT is that each of its 100 User Kits are completely preprogrammed to work solely with the Ketron SD1000 sound module. Features like dampening and layering no longer need to be assigned. The user does not have to program any parameters in order to perform.

This product is perfect for schools and for musicians who just want to call up a sound and play.

100 Pre-programmed User Kits for the (included) Ketron SD1000 sound module conveniently arranged into ten sound groups.
Simplified Interface. No programming needed.
Four octave, solid white body construction.
Water resistant pads include a coated nylon top that protects the pads from scuffing and from fading in direct sunlight when played on the field.

How is the VibeKAT different from a MalletKAT?

The VibeKAT performs similarly to the MalletKAT and offers many of the same global settings to tailor your style of playing - including pad training, thresholds, and velocity curves.

However, keeping the interface of the VibeKAT as simple as possible also means that many user kit settings and parameters are not accessible.

The kit settings of the VibeKAT is limited to:

Octave shifting
Gate Time
Minimum Velocity (maximum is preset to 127)
MIDI Volume

Fully Upgradeable

We feel that this simplified interface is perfect for those who are not interested in programming. However, if you decide later that you want the full feature set offered by the MalletKAT, an upgrade chip is available in our online store.

VibeKAT Pro

CODE: 7559PRO

The three-octave VibeKAT Pro contains all of the expression and dynamics of the legendary MalletKAT, but now offers an entirely new simplified interface and 100 preset sounds for the Ketron SD1000 sound module. Just like the MalletKAT, it is the world's most powerful MIDI percussion mallet controller and uses true FSR sensing technology.

All controllers are BUILT TO ORDER. There is currently a 4 week lead time.

$2,199.00

Availability: In stock

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VibeKAT Grand

CODE: 7559

The four-octave vibeKAT Grand contains all of the expression and dynamics of the legendary malletKAT, but now offers an entirely new simplified interface and 100 preset sounds developed for the Ketron SD1000 sound module. Just like the malletKAT, it is the world's most powerful MIDI percussion mallet controller and uses true FSR sensing technology.

All controllers are BUILT TO ORDER. There is currently a 4 week lead time.

$2,799.00

Availability: In stock

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VibeKAT to MalletKAT Upgrade Kit

CODE: vkug

Convert the simplified interface of the vibeKAT to a full featured malletKAT with this chip upgrade.

$99.00

Availability: In stock

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News / Announcements News / Announcements

malletKAT Visual Editor

Nov 14, 2018

malletKAT Visual Editor

for PC, Mac, and iOS

Alternate Mode is extremely excited to offer its long anticipated FREE malletKAT Editor for the malletKAT Express, Pro, Grand and vibeKAT.

Alternate Mode is going WHITE

Sep 25, 2018

In the next few months, we will be transitioning the powder coating metal and sensor overlays of our malletKAT, vibeKAT and trapKAT products to a new, bright white body.

This beautiful and contemporary look is further enhanced by also including a solid black nylon coating atop of the pads. This coating is not just aesthetic, but provides additional protection of the pads from the sun, rain, and general abuses.

The Kurzweil Sound Card (KS) comes to a close

Sep 21, 2018

This year, Young Chang, the maker of the Kurzweil sound card, unexpectedly decided to stop manufacturing the sound card for Alternate Mode. We still have some left, but will soon no longer have the KS available as we want to keep a supply of repair boards available.

Comparison of Mallet Controllers: More than meets the Eye

Aug 28, 2018

Ever since the Malletstation was announced last November, many comparisons with the malletKAT were posted on social media. It’s amazing that comparisons were made even before the instrument was released! Now that the product is on the market, it’s time for a more thorough investigation.