MONOLIT by Light Reft
A smart, modular MIDI computer built for live performance and smooth integration with any setup.
Monolit is not a controller you map once to forget.
It is a playable instrument - a physical interface that lets you shape sound through motion, record gestures as automation, and turn parameters into something alive.
Designed for those who don’t just adjust sound, but perform it.
MONOLIT アップデート /// 2025年11月
11月、私たちは現在本社を構える神保町の中心部にある Record Bar JBC で開催される「BEAT PARK」イベントに参加します。東京にいらっしゃる方は、ぜひ11月13日19時にお越しください。Monolit のライブデモンストレーションや音楽、交流の場を用意しており、映像ではなく実際のセットアップでデバイスをご覧いただける貴重な機会となります。
次に、近日公開予定のファームウェア v2.0 についてお知らせします。現在、できる限り早くアップデートをお届けできるよう昼夜を問わず開発を進めています。新バージョンでは、8トラックの本格的なシーケンサー、新しいパラメーター操作ロジック、そして複数のトラックを1画面でコントロールできるパフォーマンスモードを搭載します。これまでの Monolit のインターフェースはそのまま残りますので、既存ユーザーのワークフローが変わることはありません。
一般的なコントローラーは周辺機器にすぎません。Monolit は「音のコントロール」という概念そのものを変えるデバイスです。単に MIDI 値を送信するのではなく、動きを「振る舞い」「オートメーション」「深み」「生きたダイナミクス」へと変換します。私たちは、この方向性をさらに発展させていくことを目指しています。
MONOLIT UPDATE /// NOVEMBER 2025
In November we will take part in the "BEAT PARK" event at Record Bar JBC in the heart of Jimbocho, the district where our headquarters is now located. If you are in Tokyo, come see us on November 13 at 19:00. There will be a live Monolit demonstration, music, conversation, and a chance to experience the device in a real setup rather than only on video.
Now about the upcoming firmware v2.0. We are working on it day and night to release the update as soon as possible. The new version will include a full 8 track sequencer, a new approach to parameter modulation, and a performance mode that allows you to control multiple tracks from a single screen. The original Monolit interface will stay as it is, so existing users will not lose the workflow they already know.
Controllers are peripheral. Monolit changes the way sound is controlled. It does not simply send MIDI values, it turns movement into behavior, automation, depth, and living dynamics. This is the direction we are committed to developing further.
LIGHT REFT x BEETROOT SISTERS: ASANOHA POUCH
The Asanoha Pouch is a limited-edition handmade case, created in collaboration with Beetroot Sisters. Inspired by the traditional Asanoha pattern, it symbolizes growth and harmony.
Designed for MONOLIT, it offers protection, functionality, and refined aesthetics. Each piece is handcrafted with attention to detail.
Exclusive to MONOLIT purchases – free shipping when ordered together.
WHY MONOLIT?
A motion driven MIDI instrument for live sound shaping, expressive sequencing, and gestural automation.
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8 banks with 64 controls per preset
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Real-time MIDI automation and parameter morphing
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Seamless DAW + hardware integration
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USB, TRS-MIDI, external device support
Customizable, minimal, and fast.
MEET MONOLIT, YOUR NEW MULTIFUNCTIONAL MIDI COMPANION!
MONOLIT by Light Reft is a cutting-edge, multifunctional MIDI-computer that transforms your music production experience. Designed for musicians who seek precision and flexibility, MONOLIT offers seamless integration with all DAWs and hardware devices, customizable presets, and an intuitive interface for effortless control and creativity.
Whether you're diving into your DAW or jamming out with external hardware instruments, MONOLIT has you covered. An endless library of presets at your fingertips—each one offering 8 banks, with 8 sliders and 8 buttons per bank. That's a whole lot of control!
For each slider and button, we present a range of versatile options. You can record MIDI automation, set delay times for slider movements, send notes and LFOs, and adjust various parameters directly within the device. This flexibility ensures that you have complete control over every detail of your setup.
But it doesn't stop there. MONOLIT is as versatile as you are, allowing you to connect other devices like Gamepads, Keyboards, Monome Grid , or any MIDI device you fancy. This means you can take command of your entire setup, all through one sleek, powerful interface. Whether you're crafting the perfect beat, tweaking synths, or anything in between, MONOLIT is the tool that brings your musical ideas to life with ease and style.
Designed and assembled in Japan, MONOLIT is ready to be shipped worldwide.
SPECIFICATIONS:
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ENCLOSURE: the casing and front panel are made entirely from a single piece of aluminum.
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SCREEN: multi-bright monochrome display 128x64 with a cozy pixel font
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CONTROLS: 8 sliders and 13 buttons providing full control
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BANKS: 8 banks with a total of 64 fully customizable sliders and buttons per peset
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MEMORY: Save, load, and edit presets, and switch between them with ease
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COMPATIBILITY: MONOLIT works with any DAW or hardware device that supports MIDI
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CONNECTIVITY: TRS to MIDI, USB-C outputs, as well as USB input to connect external devices
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MODES: 4 customizable slider modes and 4 button modes, with more on the way in future updates
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WEB-EDITOR: that lets you manage and customize your MONOLIT with ease.
BUY FOR $750, INCLUDING FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING
MONOLIT 1.3.0 UPDATE
WHATS NEW
New Update is Here — And It’s Packed!
We’ve been hard at work, and this release brings some of the most requested features, powerful new tools, and a smoother overall experience. Dive into the details below and see what’s new in your Monolit:
– Web-Editor (finally!)
You can now configure your device faster and more efficiently — the web configurator is available at monolit.jp
Now, you can:
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instantly rename presets, sliders, and buttons,
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link multiple slots and edit them simultaneously (e.g., adjust the same value across several sliders),
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save and load presets between your computer and Monolit,
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rearrange presets within the device’s memory.
– EXT CC Reimagined
Now you can map external MIDI controllers to Monolit’s parameters — and vice versa. Yes, Monolit sliders can now control other Monolit sliders. This opens up all-new workflows and the first steps toward real sequencing.
– Smarter Note Hold Mode
Note behavior has evolved: when using hold mode, you can now release notes manually using the button under each slider. More control, less guesswork.
– Toggle Mode for Buttons
Buttons now support toggle mode in note mode — tap once to send, tap again to release. Simple and satisfying.
– Advanced MIDI Output
Buttons can now set Program Change and BPM. Sliders can output Pitch Bend, Channel Pressure, and Poly Aftertouch. Your expression just leveled up.
– Bug Fixes & Improvements
We’ve added convenient naming options, streamlined the menu, and refined overall navigation for a smoother and more intuitive experience.
Explore, test, and let us know what you think. Your feedback helps us build the future of Monolit.
