Device and compatibility
The Intuitive Instruments Exquis
A 61-key hexagonal MPE controller with tilt and pressure on every key, four encoders and RGB lighting. Its Developer Mode lets software take over chosen keys, encoders and lights without replacing the firmware.
What the device can do
Each capability is sourced and dated on its own. None of these is a Maru compatibility claim unless it says Maru verified it.
- MIDIUSB-C MIDI, plus 3.5 mm TRS MIDI in and out, and CV pitch, mod and gate outputs.Documented by the maker · Exquis 3.0 user guide, checked 3 Oct 2026
- MPEVelocity, X/Y tilt and Z pressure on each key; MPE on up to 14 member channels.Documented by the maker · Exquis 3.0 user guide, checked 3 Oct 2026
- Programmer / developer modeDeveloper Mode takes over chosen zones over SysEx while the rest plays normally, and has an exit command.Documented by the maker · Exquis Developer Mode specification, checked 29 Oct 2026
- Controllable lightsSoftware can set RGB colours and effects on keys, encoders and slider zones in Developer Mode.Documented by the maker · Exquis Developer Mode specification, checked 29 Oct 2026
- Update pathFirmware updates use the manufacturer's updater over USB. The firmware is closed.Documented by the maker · Exquis updates and app, checked 3 Oct 2026
Device facts
- Maker
- Intuitive Instruments (Dualo)
- Chip
- STM32H723ZETx, inferred from the official updater's target name
- Connection
- USB MIDI for performance and Developer Mode; the manufacturer's updater for firmware
Apps do not change the firmware
Controller apps run on your computer and use the Intuitive Instruments Exquis over MIDI. See how to return to normal mode.