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M-Audio Keystation 49e (No Longer Available)

Item ID: Keystation49e

49-key USB MIDI Controller with Bundled Software

Sorry, the M-Audio Keystation 49e is no longer available. We've left this page up for reference only. Check out the great alternatives on this page or call toll-free (800) 222-4700 to speak with a Sweetwater Sales Engineer about similar products.

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Affordable Keyboard Controller to Plug-N-Play with OSX & XP!

The Keystation 49e is the perfect USB MIDI controller keyboard for getting started with music on your Mac or Windows computer. Class-compliancy with OS X mean true plug-and-play operation and the included Maximum Audio Tools software bundle is designed to get you playing immediately.

M-Audio Keystation 49e MIDI Keyboard Controller at a Glance:
  • 49 full-size keys for a real playing experience
  • USB bus power, plus built-in MIDI interface
  • Included Maximum Audio Tools software for instant music making

49 full-size keys for a real playing experience
Despite its simplicity, the Keystation 49e includes a 49-note full-size, velocity-sensitive keyboard for an authentic playing experience. Pitch bend and modulation wheels allow you to make the most of soft synth patches. the Keystation 49e also includes a sustain pedal input so you can add a pedal for realistic piano and instrument sustains.

USB bus power, plus built-in MIDI interface
Connect the Keystation 49e to your computer via its USB port and you can run it on bus power - no additional power cord needed! If you prefer you can add a 9-volt DC power adapter to use the Keystation 49e without a computer, to control your hardware sound modules. The USB port also acts as a MIDI interface between the Keystation 49e and the computer, so you don't need a separate interface. It also features a 5-pin MIDI out port to connect to outboard gear.

Included Maximum Audio Tools software for instant music making
Included with the Keystation 49e, the M-Audio Maximum Audio Tools bundle provides software to get you started making music. The Keystation 49e also includes Live Lite 4, a version of the popular Ableton Live interactive music creation program. In addition, the Keystation 49e is compatible with most educational and studio software. The Keystation 49e is class-compliant with OS X and Windows XP, which means you can just plug it in and play - no driver installation needed. It also includes drivers for Mac OS 9.1 and later, and Windows 95/98/ME/2000. The affordable Keystation 49e is the perfect companion with which to begin your musical journey!


M-Audio Keystation 49e MIDI Keyboard Controller Features:
  • Professional 49-note keyboard
  • Pitch bend and modulation wheels
  • USB bus-powered
  • Built-in USB MIDI interface
  • 49-note full-size, velocity-sensitive keyboard
  • Pitch bend and modulation wheels
  • Volume/control slider
  • Advanced function button for programming
  • Sustain foot pedal input
  • Octave +/- buttons to extend keyboard range
  • Separate MIDI out jack routes MIDI signals from your computer to control external devices
  • Powered via USB or 9VDC power adapter (not included)
  • Functions as a standalone USB MIDI interface
  • Class compliant with OS X and Windows XP for plug-and-play
  • Also includes drivers for Mac OS 9.1 and later, and Windows 95/98/ME/2000

The M-Audio Keystation 49e is the ideal first keyboard!
Specification Detail
Manufacturer Part Number 9900-40827-00

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Reviews

Excellent MIDI Controller

by Matt Compton from Cleveland, TN USA
October 9, 2006
Music Background: Intermediate Recording Engineer and Musician
This does exactly what you would expect it to do. It runs just fine in Windows XP. I've never had any problems with it. The fact that it's USB powered is extremely useful. The octave up/down keys are ... read more [+]nice as well. If you've got limited desk space, definitely go for it. If you've got some more room, you might go for the 61 or 88 key version instead. close [-]

Good

by Jason Johnson from Waskom,Tx
August 30, 2007
Music Background: Student
I love the keystation is real nice i use it for my recording and makeing beats so i love it

Just what I needed

by Anthony from Los Angeles, CA
January 28, 2007
Music Background: Audio Engineer
Of course you get what you pay for and it is not fair to compare this to any higher end keyboards. For only $100 this board is excellent for noodling around and travel with my laptop for playing with... read more [+] Reason. I got everything I needed out of this product close [-]

It works fine.

by Nathanael Davenport from nathanimal@mac.com
September 10, 2006
Music Background: Recording Engineer - Rock House Recording
I wouldn't knock this controller too hard. I've had it for a year and the action still works fine. I have several other keyboards/controllers, and I have never wasted time comparing this to a weighted... read more [+] hammer-action board. Synth action, like the one in this unit, requires a different playing technique, and for some sounds I PREFER a synth action over weighted hammer-action of a full-size keybed.

Granted, this is no substitute for a good hammer-action weighted keyboard, but for playing organ and synth sounds, it works just fine. I love how portable this thing is, as it weighs about 6 pounds or so. I also love how easy it is to switch channels and make other MIDI modifications, just by using the keys. Later on when I had a Radium 61, I preferred the keystation way of switching channels over just about anything else I had.

Synth action is synth action. This doesn't quite measure up to the higher end key actions, but it is more than OK. Just go to Sam's Club and play one of those Casio keyboards they have over there to appreciate that M-Audio hasn't really done so bad. close [-]

Nice keyboard in a range before $100

by Aleksandr S from NYC
June 7, 2006
Music Background: Level Entry Engineer
The cheap nice built keyboard.

GOODs:
1. Cheap keyboard
2. Looks great
3. High quality knobs and sliders (wheel pitch and mod)

BADs:
1. Keys have bad action<... read more [+]br />2. After 2-3 month of playing, the keys get crooked very little, besides when you press on them, at the beginning you can feel they stick to the top(very bad and stupid technology is used for building these keys)

Overall my rating is 3 out of 5.
Nice keyboard for $99 close [-]
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