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The Studio MIDI Guitar is a headless, 24 fret electric guitar with full MIDI capabilities. Powered by Jamstik signal processing technology & proprietary algorithms, the Studio MIDI represents state-of-the-art MIDI guitar performance built into a portable, all-in-one solution.
As an electric guitar, it has two humbuckers, a coil tap switch, a three-way switch, and a standard 1/4'' out. MIDI out options include USB C, 3.5mm TRS & Bluetooth. See Full Specs
Includes: Bundled Jamstik Creator software for Mac or PC, custom padded gig bag, required USB C to A cable & adapter, 3.5mm TRS-MIDI cable, 1/4'' Guitar Cable, Strap Locks, Allen Keys, Manual, & Guitar Pick.
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United StatesAbsolutely floored with this thing
I don't even know where to begin expressing how much I love this instrument. I don't think you can get any more guitar-like of a MIDI controller, because it's ACTUALLY a guitar. It's opened an entirely new world of sounds to me, I can't put it down, I can't stop finding new uses for it every time it's in my hands. EASILY one of the greatest purchases I've made in my entire life.
ItalyGreat, but there’s some downsides
It’s a great idea, and a great product. The design and the midi part is awesome and tracks better than any other real word midi guitar I own (Multiac Nylon Sa, a Roland già strat, a triple play equipped superstrat). The Mpc tracking is a real new world. The bridge design and the neck to body angle can be better, the setup too, but I ever set up my own guitar to my playing, so this isn’t a problem. The standard pickups are a little… standard. I’ve replaced them with a set of Fishmann fluence modern humbuckers and in the control cavity there’s just room to fit a rechargeable battery pack. Now the guitar is great as midi controller and very good as guitar. The size and the headless design is a plus for traveling, but the body shape and the overall balancing is very good, sitting as played standing up. The software is great under Mac OSX but the lacking of a real iOS counterpart is a pity. And on the softwa}e side, a lite version with only the setting up options, without the synth part, in AU plug-in format can be a good future add-on.
ItalyAmazing product
The tracking is incredibly good. You do need to play cleanly and loudly, but once you adapt your style a little, it just works really well. MPE mode allows you to bend strings individually as well as capture the full expression of volume changes and natural string decay. Make sure you are using a synth that supports MPE and you will be amazed at how natural it sounds. Every guitar player should try one of these, it opens so many doors. So many new sounds and possibilities. I am not giving five stars because my guitar arrived with a small defect (bridge pickup selector position is not soldered correctly and thus produces no sound), and I am still waiting for the company to get back to me, but it is probably an easy fix and not a huge problem at all. Absolutely worth every cent, you get so much value for the price. The software suite is modern and practical. It provides a great starting point for you to start configuring your guitar and exploring the world of synth-driven tones. I can't overstate how happy I am with the Jamstik Studio. Great job Jamstik!
Specs
Size: 24 Frets, Compact 3/4 Body Size, 32.5'' Length, 5.5lbs
Scale Length: 25.5"
Pickups: 2 Humbuckers, 3-Way Switch, Coil Tap for Single Coil Use, Hex MIDI Pickup
| Height | 32.5'' / 825.5mm |
| Net Weight | 5.5lb /2.5kg |
| Body Material | Mahogany |
| Body Paint / Color Options | Black Matte/Blue Matte/White Matte |
| Neck Material | Maple |
| Neck Shape | C-Shape |
| Scale Length | 25.5'' / 648mm |
| Fretboard Radius | 13.78" / 250mm |
| Number of Frets | 24 (Mother of Pearl Dots) |
| Truss Rod | Yes |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Neck Width | 1.57'' /40mm |
| Bridge Pickup | LIGHTNING LH-B |
| Neck Pickup | LIGHTNING LH-N |
| Pickup Switching | 3-Position Toggle |
| Pickup Configuration | HH |
| Knobs / Special | 1 volume knob—pull switches single coil pickup |
USB-C Input
USB-C to USB-A cable for MIDI connection & simultaneous charging.
TRS-MIDI Out
Use the 3.5mm TRS-MIDI cable & 5-pin adapter to control analog hardware.
Bluetooth MIDI
Integrated Bluetooth chip for wireless connectivity with mobile apps.
Battery
Lithium-ion rechargeable battery with 8+ hours of playtime.
Standard 1/4'' out
Plug into amps, interfaces and otherwise as usual. You can even record audio and MIDI simultaneously.
Humbucker Pickups
2 Humbuckers, 3-Way Switch, & A Volume Knob with Coil Tap for Single Coil Use
Uses Metal Strings
The MIDI pickup is magnetic, so any metal strings will work just fine.
Works with a Capo
The Jamstik will automatically detect capo placement without requiring any settings changes.
Hexaphonic MIDI Pickup
A precision-mounted hex MIDI pickup sends signal to our powerful onboard processors, which perform algorithmic pitch analysis & MIDI conversion in near realtime.
Extremely Low Latency
Unlike MIDI pickups and software options, the Jamstik is equipped with dedicated onboard processors, taking any CPU load off your computer. With wired USB connection, latency ranges from 6 to 15 milliseconds.
Accurate MIDI Tracking
Advanced algorithms allow us to accurately detect and translate your guitar playing nuances & articulations—including polyphonic bends, slides, hammer-ons, pull-offs, tapping, velocity, muting, palm muting, and more.
MPE-Capable Controller
The Jamstik Studio is the first MIDI Guitar Controller to take advantage of MIDI Polyphonic Expression, allowing for an incredibly accurate translation from the analog guitar to digital MIDI.
Jamstik Creator Software
Jamstik Creator was built from scratch to harness the MPE-enhanced performance capabilities and dynamic nuances of the Studio MIDI Guitar. It's both a utility application for customizing your Jamstik's settings, and a full hybrid synthesizer.
The Jamstik Creator software is available as a standalone application for Mac & PC, and as a VST3 or AUv3 plugin to use within a DAW.
Video Demonstrations
FAQ
Is the Studio MIDI Guitar available left-handed?
Yep! Make sure to use the "Handedness" dropdown menu to select the Left-Handed model when you check out!
Is it working on pitch recognition or contact sensors?
We are using a special MIDI pickup for pitch recognition paired with our own unique onboard algorithmic processing to ensure this job is done as quickly and accurately as possible—all while retaining genuine guitar playability.
How long does pitch conversion take? Can you share latency numbers?
The time it takes the pitch conversion to process the information into MIDI data over USB or TRS averages to 10ms. The typical range is from 6ms-15ms. The final amount of latency will vary depending on the hardware specifications and task management of the paired device. Other measures can be taken to adjust latency by using the buffer rate settings of your DAW.
Are there onboard sounds?
No, there are no onboard sounds or effects built-in to the guitar. Just like a lot of MIDI keyboards, you'll have to connect your Jamstik to a device (smartphone, tablet, laptop/desktop computer) running either our software or third-party software to generate the sound. There is also a standard 1/4" guitar output, so you can utilizes amps, pedals, and interfaces as usual.
Can it be used for tabbing with software like Guitar Pro?
The Studio MIDI Guitar is compatible with any apps and DAWs that accept MIDI-input. It works great for scoring in Guitar Pro by entering notes step by step, however, you will need to add things like hammer-on, slides, bends & other articulations manually after the note information has been entered since the software does not currently support real-time MIDI implementation.
Can it transpose MIDI to different octaves or tunings?
In general, whatever physical tuning the guitar is at will dictate the MIDI pitch, so you can set any tuning you like. However, at very low tunings there may be some performance degradation. With 24 frets available, there shouldn't be a great need to octave up or down, but you can always play in standard tuning and transpose using the Creator application.
Does the Jamstik Creator software require a DAW?
While the Studio MIDI guitar will work right out of the box with all MIDI-capable DAWs and plugins, the guitar does not require a DAW. The compatible Jamstik software can run as a standalone app on Mac and Windows and includes a curated library of specifically designed sounds for the Studio guitar.
Does it utilize MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression)?
The Jamstik was built as an MPE-capable controller, which helps immensely with achieving realistic guitar performance expression.
In MPE mode, each string of the Jamstik Studio controls a different MIDI channel—including MIDI notes, pitch bend, and importantly, expression information. Paired with a compatible sound generator, this means that the performance on one string does not affect the others, allowing for greater control over the sound and a more natural response from the sound generator.
The Jamstik Studio also tracks the intensity of each string's vibration over time. This can be used to control the loudness and/or brightness of the synth voices so they decay along with your guitar strings. It's a more natural playing experience catering to the guitar controller, and also enables styles like palm mute to be recognized and synthesized in a way that makes sense and feels natural.
While a growing number of software developers are implementing the MPE protocol, for the programs that were built with a keyboard or pad controller in mind, the Jamstik can swap into single-channel MIDI mode, which behaves more like a simple keyboard.
What are the Minimum & Recommended System Requirements?
MacOS Minimum Requirements
- Intel Core 2 Duo Processor (*2.1 or higher*)
- 4 GB of RAM
- Mac OSX 10.13 (*High Sierra*)
- 50 MB free hard disc space for installer (7.5GB for Sample Library)
MacOS Recommended Requirements
- Intel Core i5 Processor (*2.5 or higher*)
- 8 GB of RAM or more
- Mac OSX 10.15 (*Catalina*)
- 50 MB free hard disc space for installer (7.5GB for Sample Library)
Windows Minimum Requirements
- Intel Core 2 Duo / AMD Dual-Core Processor (*2.1 or higher*)
- 4 GB of RAM
- Windows 7
- 50 MB free hard disc space for installer (7.5GB for Sample Library)
Windows Recommended Requirements
- Intel Core i5 / AMD Ryzen 5 Processor (*2.5 or higher*)
- 8 GB of RAM or more
- Windows 10
- 50 MB free hard disc space for installer (7.5GB for Sample Library)
Do you have to use special strings?
Any metal strings will work just fine—The MIDI pickup is magnetic, so the guitar requires you to use metal strings rather than nylon. We'd recommend following standard .010–.046 gauges, but slightly below or above this range should be fine, though may require some sensitivity adjustments.
Can I use a Bluetooth speaker or wireless headphones?
No, you'll want to use a wired connection (aux cord) instead of a Bluetooth speaker or wireless headphones to avoid unwanted latency.
Are there any Duties, Taxes, or VAT included in the pricing?
No, every country, state, province, and city has different rules—making it impossible to calculate and pay accurately. All Duties, VAT, or any taxes are the responsibility of the customer.