Richard Poulin III Posted on Mar 24, 2010

Open Labs Neko EX5 Midi Workstation

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Open Labs Neko EX5 Audio Production Workstation…

The Neko EX5 is perfect for the beginning artist or producer – features a 61-key semi-weighted synth action keyboard, 15-inch color touch screen, comprehensive I/O, Intel Core 2 Duo 2.8 GHz processor, over 7,500 high-quality sounds.

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Neko EX5 Midi Workstation Overview

Perfect for studios, producers and artists-on-the-go, the Open Labs Gen5 NeKo EX5 is based on the superior quality and established reputation of the acclaimed L-series.

The Gen5 E-Series products feature the same high-grade aircraft aluminum chassis, innovative touch screen capabilities and pristine audio quality as the L-series. The Gen5 NeKo EX5 includes more than 7,500 high-quality preset sounds, a fully licensed version of Reaper (DAW), our live virtual instrument host RiffTM, and practically unlimited capability for third-party plug-ins, VSTi’s and applications including Pro ToolsTM, Native InstrumentsTM, CubaseTM, AbletonTM, ReasonTM and more.

Open Labs Neko EX5

Both Gen5 E-Series products are fully upgradeable to the L-Series standards with the upgrade package available in late 2009. The Open Labs NeKo EX5 ships complete with the following:

Pre Sonus DSP

More than 7,500 high-quality sounds;
15-inch touch screen for hands on control of any software parameter and two button touch pad;
Open Labs’ proprietary virtual instrument host RiffTM – the ultimate tool for live performance using VSTi’s;
Unlimited capability for running third party plug-ins, VSTi’s and applications, including Pro ToolsTM, CubaseTM, AbletonTM, Native InstrumentsTM, Serato Scratch LiveTM, ReasonTM and many more;

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Neko EX5 Control Interface

Master Control Panel including transport controls, 4 plus 1 mappable faders, transpose functions and more;
61-key semi-weighted, synth-action keyboard with after-touch;
Comprehensive I/O capable of up to 24bit/96KHz audio with 4 in / 6 out including 2 phantom-powered mic-preamps with instrument inputs, S/PDIF I/O and MIDI I/O;
Intel Core 2 Duo 2.8 GHz processor, 2 GB RAM, 500 GB hard drive, dual-layer CD/DVD burner;

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Neko EX5 With CD DVD Drive

4 USB 2.0 ports (2 external/2internal), 1 Firewire 1394 port, 1 VGA Video port, 1 Ethernet port, Internet ready;
Integrated QWERTY keyboard panel;
Open Labs’ Edition of WindowsTM, specifically configured for music production; and
One year of Open Labs Gold Support Services which include: one-hour “Get to Know Your Machine” session, remote desktop support via Internet in addition to phone and email support, and full parts/labor warranty coverage.

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Open Labs Neko EX5 Ins And Outs

Neko EX5 Midi Workstation Technical Specifications

Keyboard: 61-key semi-weighted synth action keyboard (World class Fatar Technology
CPU: NeKo EX5: Intel Core2 Duo (2.8GHz)
Control Surfaces: Pitch Bend and Modulation Wheels, Trackpad with 2 buttons, Built-in Keyboard (“QWERTY”) Module, Open Labs Master Control
Memory: 2 GB (upgradeable to 4GB)
Audio I/O: (1) High Performance Audio I/O Card with Low Latency including 24-bit/96kHz professional 4-in/6-out, (2) mic/instrument preamp inputs (with Phantom Power 48V), (2) analog line inputs, analog line outputs, S/PDIF digital I/O (coaxial)
Storage: 500 Gigabyte (upgradeable to 2TB)
Drive: High Speed Dual-Layer 8.5GB/disc CD/DVD Burner
Display: Internal 15” Color Touch Screen LCD High resolution (1024 x 768), External VGA port for running dual monitors or a video projector
Connection: Midi In/Out, Sustain and (1) Expression ports, 4 USB 2.0 ports (2 external/2 internal), (1) FireWire 400 port, (1) Gigabit (10/100/1000) Ethernet port
Software: Microsoft Windows XP Home, Open Labs Custom GUI (Graphic User Interface), Open Labs Riff, Open Labs mFusion, Reaper
PREMIUM Factory Sound Library: Over 7,500 presets on the Neko EX5 and 1,000 song presets loaded into RiFFTM. (Check our Software Bundle webpage for more information)
Power Supply: 500 Watt Power Supply, Whisper Quiet Cooling Fans (Internal Chassis, Processor & Power Supply)
Dimensions: 46”(W) X 20”(D) X 7”(H)
Weight (base configuration): 46 lbs.