M-Audio Keystation 49 III, MIDI-USB keyboard with 49 velocity-sensitive keys designed for easy integration into any computer music environment.
Keystation 49 III is also compatible with a wide range of music education and music creation software, making it useful for both lessons and studio work. More advanced users can control virtual synthesizers, external sound devices, and more using the assignable fader and pitch and mod wheels. This compact and well-finished controller is powered via USB and does not require any additional power sources.
Features:
MIDI controller with 49 full-size, velocity-sensitive keys
Modulation wheel for vibrato and filter effects
Pitch bend wheel
USB-MIDI connection
Transpose buttons for changing pitch
Transport buttons that allow you to operate your DAW directly from the controller
Sustain pedal jack (pedal sold separately)
USB powered
Input for external power source
On/off switch
Included software: Ableton Live Lite, AIR Music Tech Mini Grand, AIR Music Tech Velvet, AIR Music Tech Xpand!2
A very good keyboard for beginners who want to develop their hand dexterity. It has the perfect size to fit on the keyboard tray under my desk, and the 4 octaves are enough to play with both hands. The keys have a very pleasant feel when pressed with just the right resistance, and the dynamics of pressing bring the experience even closer to that of a real piano. I haven't tested the integration with DAWs much, but I was able to map the volume, for example, in Ableton without any issues. To truly showcase the keyboard, I recommend a quality sound plugin like Addictive Keys (the included piano plugins didn't impress me much) and maybe a decent pair of studio headphones or some good speakers. Overall, an excellent product for the money, delivered quickly by a top store among the few worth mentioning in the country.
"Included software: Pro Tools - First M-Audio Edition, Ableton Live Lite, AIR Music Tech Mini Grand, AIR Music Tech Velvet, AIR Music Tech Xpand!2" I can only use Ableton because the others are linked to Pro Tools which is no longer available for download. Where can I download it?
Due to a compatibility issue with my personal computer, I couldn't test your product to its true value. However, I believe the product works well when connected to an appropriate system.
Thank you very much for your cooperation, both the sales department and the technical team were very helpful. Good luck moving forward!
