CME unveiled the U-Key, a new controller keyboard designed to fill the gap for those needing a MIDI controller for their software and a built-in tone generator. The keyboard functions in three modes – one for interactive MIDI file playback, one for practicing musical skills, and one for controlling professional music production software. U-Key uses 49 ultra-thin full action semi-weighted keys, making the unit compact while maintaining the feel of standard keyboards. Its built-in sound module features 64-note polyphony and is great for sketching out songs on the road with your laptop or for the education market where there is often a need for a hardware tone generator for simple music tutorial applications. In addition to a headphone output, the U-Key has an internal amplifier and speaker, eliminating the need for external speakers. U-Key comes with professionally programmed PadStyle MIDI songs and patterns in many styles and can import any MIDI file into Flash ROM for interactive playback. U-Key also includes a unique Game Mode, which provides a fun way to learn and test musical skills. Controlling professional DAW music software is easy by activating the U-CTRL button. The U-Key automatically maps more than 20 controller types, including a joystick, trigger pads, encoders, and pedals to your recording software.
CME U-Key Features:
- 49-note ultra-thin full action semi-weighted keyboard
- Programmable joystick
- Eight programmable trigger pads, velocity sensitive
- Eight programmable knob controllers
- One endless encoder for data entry
- “PadStyle” MIDI songs and styles help you play live music easily
- Interactive Game Mode to improve playing skills
- Multi-scale capability for ethnic music
- U-CTRL function for computer recording
- Music software control templates with user bank memories
- USB bus-powered
