M-Audio Keystation 49es MK3 Keyboard Controller

Start creating and performing music with Mac or PC with the world’s best-selling keyboard controllers: The Keystation Series from M-Audio.Whether ’re a seasoned pro looking for just the right controls or are looking to get started with the right USB MIDI controller, the Keystation 49es is a simple, powerful MIDI controller designed for sequencing music and playing virtual instruments on Mac or PC. Keystation 49es features 49 natural feeling full-size velocity-sensitive keys and comprehensive controls that expand the range of playable notes, expressive capabilities, and enhance recording workflow.With Keystation 49es, maximizing 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 music software without using a mouse or trackpad. Keystation 49es also features a 1/4” (6.3mm) sustain pedal input that lets use an external control pedal, such as the M-Audio SP2 (sold separately), for genuine piano sustain.Pure Player ExperienceCompact, lightweight and durable, Keystation 49es is perfect for 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 49es is USB-powered, class-compliant, and supports USB-MIDI connectivity. Plus, Keystation 49es supports iOS connectivity with the Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter (sold separately), enabling to perform and compose with audio apps on iPad and other iOS devices.AIR Music Technology Mini GrandAIR Music’s Mini Grand is a simple-to-use yet powerful virtual piano instrument with seven different acoustic piano sounds to suit a broad range of musical styles and production needs. Combining premium quality piano samples, innovative re-pedaling technology, built-in room simulation and equal and stretched tuning, Mini Grand is the go-to plugin for authentic, emotive piano sounds.AIR Music Technology VelvetAIR Music’s Velvet is a virtual electronic piano that combines five legendary electric pianos from the 60s and 70s into one versatile instrument. Based on the Fender Rhodes Suitcase, Fender Rhodes MK I and MK II Stage Pianos, Wurlitzer 200A and Hohner Pianet-T, Velvet accurately emulates the sound quality, response and nuances of each original instrument to bring piano tracks to life.AIR Music Technology Xpand.2AIR Music’s Xpand.2 is a multitimbral workstation offering four active sound slots, or parts, per patch. Each part is provided with its own MIDI channel, Note Range (Zone), Mix, Arpeggiation, Modulation, and Effects settings—an excellent method for creating individual parts. Harnessing the four parts together to build one amazing Patch is where Xpand.2 reveals its true power. Using everything from wavetables and FM synthesis to sample playback, the expert sound design team at Air Music Tech has carefully created thousands of ready-to-play Xpand.2 patches.Ableton Live LiteAbleton Live Lite is one of the most popular performance and production programs available in the world. A powerful music creation tool, Ableton Live Lite enables musicians and producers to spontaneously compose, record, remix, improvise, and edit musical ideas in a fluid audio/MIDI environment. Explore sonic possibilities in real time whether on stage or in the studio. When are satisfied with work, Ableton Live Lite lets save it or mix it down.Pro Tools | First M-Audio EditionPro Tools | First M-Audio Edition is included with the Keystation 49es

Product Highlights

• 49 full-size velocity-sensitive keys with natural feel
• USB-MIDI connection for playing virtual instruments and controlling r recording software
• Volume fader, transport and directional buttons for easy control of r software
• Ergonomically designed pitch and modulation wheels for expressive performances
• Advanced functionality customizes fader, buttons, and mod wheel to control any DAW or plugin parameter