SmithsonMartin. is a cutting-edge software and hardware innovator at the forefront of touchscreen controllerism for DJs, producers, VJs, and live performers. The company designs revolutionary multi-touch platforms that transform any touchscreen into a dynamic performance center, blending creativity, precision, and control like never before.
At the heart of the Smithson Martin ecosystem is Emulator Pro, the flagship multi-touch software that turns your creative vision into reality. Fully customizable and seamlessly compatible with major DJ software like Traktor, Ableton Live, Virtual DJ, and more, Emulator Pro allows artists to build bespoke interfaces tailored to their unique style and workflow. With intuitive gesture controls, vibrant interactive displays, and deep integration, it elevates both studio production and live performance.
With a commitment to innovation and real-world performance needs, Smithson Martin continues to lead the evolution of digital performance tools, empowering artists to push creative boundaries and connect deeper with their audiences.
ALAN SMITHSON - CO-FOUNDER
JULIE ANDERSEN SMITHSON - COO
PABLO MARTIN - CO-FOUNDER
Before Smithson Martin becomes a recognized name in touchscreen controllerism, everything begins with MonoTouchLive, a pioneering project created by Pablo Martin.
MonoTouchLive is one of the world’s first touchscreen MIDI controller concepts, designed specifically for Ableton Live. Development begins in mid-2005 as a practical and forward-thinking response to a clear limitation of the time: the near non-existence of dedicated hardware controllers for Ableton Live. Coming from years of live performance experience and experimentation with Ableton on stage since 2002, Pablo Martin temporarily steps away from Traktor and focuses entirely on redefining live control.
Released publicly for the first time on September 4, 2006, MonoTouchLive introduces a radically new way of interacting with music, using touch as the primary performance interface. At a time when touchscreen performance is still largely unexplored, the project quickly gains recognition as one of the earliest and most influential touchscreen MIDI solutions for Ableton Live.
The project attracts early support from forward-thinking artists, including Eric Estornel (aka Maceo Plex, under his alias Maetrik), who becomes one of the first high-profile artists to publicly support MonoTouchLive, helping to validate the concept and push it into the spotlight.
MonoTouchLive lays the conceptual and technological foundation for everything that follows. While it is not officially part of Smithson Martin Inc., it represents the moment where the core vision is born:
breaking away from physical limitations and turning touchscreens into expressive, performance-grade musical instruments.
Maetrik Live @ Break & Enter, Toronto, commanding is Ableton Live set with MonoTouchLive (10-31-2008)
The software reaches its end of life in 2010.
Thanks to all users for supporting the software.
Emulator FT, faster mutate on Emulator modular know later as Emulator PRO at the middle of 2011 with the first public release on the first weeks of March of 2012, a modular multitouch software allows to users to create their custom interfaces to control any MIDI software as DJing software, DAWs and also Lighting software.
Emulator, the first software created to control the popular DJ software Traktor by Native Instruments.
Development starts in 2009, and the first version is released in early 2010. In parallel, the creation of the first Emulator DVS prototypes begins, an innovative transparent, see-through touchscreen controller.
Playing live with Emulator on APTKO club with HP TM2 tablet, (07-09-2010)
KS-1974 an innovative multi-touch MIDI control surface.
Connect the KS-1974 to your laptop, desktop, or any computer and transform it into a powerful, comfortable 22-inch control surface with four simultaneous touch points.
Perfect for both studio work and live performances, the KS-1974 is a state-of-the-art tool for DJs, VJs, and music producers. Its size makes it ideal for any DJ booth or studio desk.
The Emulator DVS “wow-effect” screen delivers a truly revolutionary experience for DJs and musicians.
Bold, immersive, and ahead of its time, Emulator and Emulator DVS earned the 2011 DJ Mag Tech Award for Most Innovative DJ Product, redefining what a DJ performance can be.
