M-Audio KeyStation 49 MK3 MIDI Controller Keyboard
Product details
The M-Audio KeyStation 49 MK3 is a MIDI keyboard controller designed for music production, performance, and recording. It provides a simple and intuitive interface for playing virtual instruments, controlling software parameters, and creating music using your computer or mobile device. Here are the key features and characteristics of the M-Audio KeyStation 49 MK3:
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49-Key Keyboard: The KeyStation 49 MK3 features a full-sized, velocity-sensitive keyboard with 49 keys. This allows for expressive playing and accurate response to your playing dynamics.
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USB Connectivity: The keyboard connects to your computer or mobile device via USB, providing both power and MIDI communication. It is class-compliant, which means it works seamlessly with most operating systems and does not require additional drivers.
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MIDI Control and Mapping: The KeyStation 49 MK3 is primarily designed as a MIDI controller, allowing you to control virtual instruments and software parameters. It sends MIDI data, such as note messages, velocity, and controller information, to your music software for sound generation and control.
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Assignable Controls: The keyboard features assignable controls, including pitch bend and modulation wheels, octave buttons, and transport controls (play, stop, record, etc.). These controls can be assigned to various functions in your music software for convenient hands-on control.
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DAW Integration: The KeyStation 49 MK3 is designed to integrate with popular music production software. It includes pre-mapped control templates for various digital audio workstations (DAWs), allowing you to control key parameters without manual setup.
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Lightweight and Portable: The keyboard has a compact and lightweight design, making it easy to transport and set up in different locations. This makes it suitable for mobile musicians or those who need a portable solution for their music production needs.
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MIDI Out Port: In addition to USB connectivity, the KeyStation 49 MK3 also includes a standard MIDI out port. This allows you to connect the keyboard to external MIDI devices, such as hardware synthesizers or sound modules.
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Included Software: The KeyStation 49 MK3 comes with a bundle of software, including Pro Tools | First M-Audio Edition, Ableton Live Lite, and AIR Music Tech's Xpand!2 virtual instrument. These software packages offer a range of sounds, effects, and recording capabilities to enhance your music production experience.
The M-Audio KeyStation 49 MK3 provides a straightforward and versatile MIDI keyboard controller solution for musicians and producers. Its full-sized keys, USB connectivity, assignable controls, and compatibility with popular music software make it a convenient tool for playing and controlling virtual instruments, recording MIDI tracks, and manipulating software parameters.
Simple Software Control
Start creating and performing music with your mac or PC with the world’s best-selling keyboard controllers: The Keystation Series from M-Audio. Whether you’re a seasoned pro looking for just the right controls or are looking to get started with the right USB MIDI controller, the Keystation 49 MK3 is a simple, powerful MIDI controller designed for sequencing music and playing virtual instruments on your Mac or PC. Keystation 49 MK3 features 49 natural feeling full-size velocity-sensitive keys and comprehensive controls that expand the range of playable notes, expressive capabilities, and enhance your recording workflow.
Musical Control
With Keystation 49 MK3, maximizing your creativity while minimizing the complication is easy: Use the fully assignable octave range buttons; pitch-bend and modulation wheels; volume slider, and transport and directional controls to play, perform, and record with your music software without using a mouse or trackpad. Keystation 49 MK3 also features a 1/4” (6.3mm) sustain pedal input that lets you use an external control pedal, such as the M-Audio SP2 (sold separately), for genuine piano sustain.
Pure Player Experience
Compact, lightweight and durable, Keystation 49 MK3 is perfect for traveling musicians who want to take command of music software during live performances or for producers who wish to add an intuitive MIDI controller with a natural feeling keybed to their studio—it easily satisfies both roles. For an easy-to-use and portable setup, Keystation 49 MK3 is USB-powered, class-compliant, and supports USB-MIDI connectivity. Plus, Keystation 49 MK3 supports iOS connectivity with the Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter (sold separately), enabling you to perform and compose with audio apps on your iPad and other iOS devices.
Features
- 49 full-size velocity-sensitive synth-action keys with natural feel
- USB-MIDI connection for playing virtual instruments, controlling recording software, and more
- Transport and directional buttons for controlling any recording software/DAW
- Volume fader for deeper control of plugins
- Ergonomically designed pitch and modulation wheels for expressive performances
- Advanced functionality customizes fader, buttons, pitch and mod wheels to control any DAW or plugin parameter
- Compact design fits any desk, studio or stage setup perfectly
- USB-powered, supports plug-and-play connectivity to your Mac or PC—no drivers required
- iOS compatibility using the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit (sold separately)
- Includes Ableton Live Lite and MPC Beats performance/recording software/DAWs
- Includes AIR Music Tech Mini Grand, with seven acoustic piano sounds
- Includes AIR Music Tech Velvet virtual electronic piano with five legendary electric pianos from the ‘60s and ‘70s
- Includes AIR Music Tech Xpand!2 multitimbral all-in-one workstation
- Includes AIR Music Tech TubeSynth, emulates the sound of vintage analog polyphonic synthesizers
- Includes AIR Music Tech Electric total electric piano collection
- Includes AIR Music Tech Bassline classic monophonic synthesizer
