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M-Audio Keystation 49es M-Audio Keystation 49es
49-key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller with Velocity-sensitive, Semi-weighted Keys, Pitch and Modulation Wheels, Volume/Control Slider, and Bundled Software

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M-Audio KeyRig 49 (No Longer Available)

49-key USB MIDI Controller with Synth Action, Pitch and Modulation Wheels, Volume Slider, and Software

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From Our Research Team:

A Versatile and Affordable MIDI Controller

The M-Audio KeyRig 49 USB MIDI controller gives you the playability and value you want, plus the functionality you need to make the most out of your computer-based production, notation, and virtual instrument applications. Whether you're composing, performing, or creating music, the KeyRig 49 gives you great control surface functions for great results. This 49-key controller includes an assignable mod wheel, volume slider, and octave buttons, and it includes M-Audio KeyRig and Ableton Live Lite software. If you're looking for a versatile, affordable controller, the KeyRig 49 is made to fit the bill!

With its 49 synth-action key, MIDI over USB computer interface, and an award-winning software bundle, the KeyRig 49 lets you start composing and performing music with any Mac or Windows PC computer right out of the box. This lightweight, low-profile controller offers you professional features such as pitch and mod wheels, an assignable volume slider, octave +/- buttons and sustain pedal input.

M-Audio's KeyRig software turns your controller into a very versatile multi-instrument! You get four great "modules" that range from classic to up-to-the-minute modern. The SP-1 Stage Piano module gives you grand pianos, Wurlitzer, classic electric pianos, FM, clavinet and more, while the MB-3 Tone Wheel Organ authentically emulates the classic Hammond sound, complete with rotary speaker. The GM-4 General MIDI Module adds another 128 GM instruments plus a great GM drum kit to your virtual instrument library. The MS-2 Polyphonic Synthesizer delivers a new, easy way to call up and edit great synth sounds.

Each KeyRig module features its own dual effects processors for delay, chorus, phaser. You also get a master effects section and an internal mixer and assignment controls that allow you configure independent MIDI channels for each module. KeyRig software's compatibility with AU, VST and RTAS also means that you can use its instruments as sound sources for your tracks in Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase, Ableton Live, and, well, pretty much any popular music software, and it even comes with a copy of Ableton Live Lite! But that's not all; you can easily create splits and layers for things like left-hand bass with right-hand keys, piano/string layers and any other combination you can think of, making the KeyRig 49 a great tool both for composing music and for playing it onstage.

M-Audio KeyRig49 USB MIDI Keyboard Controller Features at a Glance:
  • 49-note, synth-action keyboard
  • Assignable modulation wheel and volume slider
  • Pitch bend wheel
  • Assignable octave +/- buttons
  • Edit mode button
  • Sustain pedal input
  • USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 compatible
  • Connection and power via a single USB cable
  • Instant installation on Mac OS X and Windows XP - just plug and play
  • Includes M-Audio KeyRig software (PC Only)
  • Ableton Live Lite CD
  • 5' USB Cable

M-Audio KeyRig 49 - A great value in MIDI controllers!
Specification Detail
Manufacturer Part Number 9900-52239-10

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Happy Sweetwater customer

by armand martin from napavalley'elk grove, ca
October 26, 2012
Music Background: hobbyist
Can't wait to do more with Sweetwater.

A great midi controller for the price!!!

by Juan Marcano from East Landing, MI USA
July 21, 2012
Music Background: Hobbyist
I connected this midi controller to my Mac and I could play right away. The keyboard is very strong and will not let you down. It has a great design and it is quite accessible. If you are thinking ... read more [+]about buying a midi controller for home recording, this is the one. It also works perfectly with Propellershead Reason. I use it to add orchestra and keyboard to my recordings. I recommend it 100% close [-]

To the point

by M3 Metro from Memphis, TN.
December 15, 2008
Music Background: Recording Engineer, Sound Designer, Musician
It's sweet and to the point. The buttons and wheels feel GREAT! They have a, slight, rubberized grip to them. The keys feel good - just keep in mind the price when judging the keyboard. The M-Audio Ke... read more [+]yRig VST synth is included. That was a nice surprise.That alone is worth 99 dollars. close [-]

KeyRig 49

by Mike from Texas
November 13, 2008
Music Background: Recording Engineer, Pro Musician, Composser
Simply Amazing.....Best 99 bucks i ever spent.

Sweetwater Advice

Carson McClain
The M-Audio KeyRig 49 is an ideal controller for the live musician who wants to control his laptop. If you're running VI's in your DAW, running Mainstage or Garageband, you'll find that the KeyRig 49 is the perfect fit.
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Everything was exactly as promised. I was impressed with the phone call I received from your guy when I had just placed the order. He was very thorough and professional in every way. I love my new digital piano. Your wide selection and excellent service as well as your "3 Payment Plan" and the 2 year warranty sealed the deal for me on this purchase. No one else could come close.


Cecil, Mesquite, TX
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M-Audio KeyRig 49

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