M-Audio KeyRig 49
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An affordable MIDI controller with all the essential pro features.
Combined with your music software and virtual instruments, M-Audio KeyRig 49 turns your Mac or PC into a versatile keyboard workstation. Featuring a 49-key, synth-action USB MIDI keyboard and the award-winning Key Rig software for the PC, KeyRig 49 makes it easy to start composing and performing music with a computer. Use KeyRig 49 to play Key Rig's virtual instrument sounds, or audition loops and compose songs with M-Audio's Session, Apple's GarageBand, or other music-creation programs. The KeyRig 49 keyboard also includes professional features like pitch and mod wheels, an assignable volume slider, octave +/- buttons and sustain pedal input. It's powered via a single USB cable and works instantly with computers running Mac OS X or Windows XP.
Features
49-note synth-action keyboard
- Includes keyrig software for PC
- 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
- Instant installation on Mac OS X and Windows XP computers - just plug and play
- Includes Ableton Live Lite (PC/Mac) software > make music right away
M-Audio Key Rig software (PC only):
- Four top-quality virtual sound modules: SP-1 Stage Piano, MS-2 Polyphonic Synthesizer, MB-3 Tone Wheel Organ and GM-4 General MIDI
- Use stand-alone or with a sequencer
- Variable velocity and controller settings
- Split and layer modules for performance combinations
- Module and master effects processors
- Compatible with most popular software
Simple, straightforward, affordable MIDI control. Get yours today.
KeyRig 49 Specifications:
- Compatibility:
- MME
- Mac OS X Core MIDI
- KeyRig 49 keyboard:
- Pentium 3 800MHz or higher
- (CPU may be higher for laptops)
- 256 MB RAM
- DirectX 9.0b or higher
- Windows XP (SP1) or higher
- (Windows 98, Me, NT, or 2000 not supported)
- *M-Audio suggests you also check the minimum system requirements for your software, as they may be greater than the above.
- Key Rig software:
- Pentium III 500 MHz or AMD7 (P4 / Athlon 1 GHz or faster recommended)
- 256 MB RAM
- 600 MB free hard disk space
- Windows XP*
- VST 2.0 compatible host software
- CD-ROM drive for installation
- Internet connection (on any computer) for software activation
- ASIO-compatible soundcard for standalone operation
- * Home and Professional Edition only. Windows Media Center Edition is not currently supported.
- KeyRig 49 keyboard:
- Macintosh G3** 800/G4** 733MHz or higher
- (CPU may be higher for laptops)
- OS X 10.2.8 w/ 256 MB RAM,
- OS X 10.3.4 or greater w/ 512 MB RAM
- *M-Audio suggests you also check the minimum system requirements for your software, as they may be greater than the above.
- **native USB port required; G3/G4 accelerator cards not supported
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Review Snapshot®
by PowerReviews(based on 29 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (4)
- Functional (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Reviewer Profile:
- Experienced (3)
Most Liked Positive Review
Nothing Better for the Cheddar
I got this keyboard to start messing with electronic sounds and it has done a great job from the start. My windows 7 PC recognized it right away, opened up NI's FM8 and bam,...Read complete review
I got this keyboard to start messing with electronic sounds and it has done a great job from the start. My windows 7 PC recognized it right away, opened up NI's FM8 and bam, good to go. Literally plug and play in that case. I agree with the other person that it sucks that the included software requires ASIO. But if there are delays in sound or anything that NOT the keyboards fault!!! To some it up, when I'm (trying) to make music, I totally forget about the keyboard, and to me thats a sign a good product. Doesnt get in your way or let you down, takes care of bidness for a good price.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Does not work with Windows 7, especially 64-bit
Warning for Windows 7 users, especially 64-bit versions: Do not purchase! M-Audio advertises that the product is Windows 7 compatible, both on website product description and a sticker on the box. I...Read complete review
Warning for Windows 7 users, especially 64-bit versions: Do not purchase! M-Audio advertises that the product is Windows 7 compatible, both on website product description and a sticker on the box. I bought mine from Guitar Center for my son in college, and he could not install it at school. I came to his dorm and tried with no luck, so I took it home to get it going.The reality is that if you try to install from the included CD, it will not work at all. Then you go to the M-Audio web site, and there is a Win7 driver, both for 32 & 64 bit. Fine. However, the KeyRig 49 software player DOES NOT FUNCTION with Win7 of any flavor, and M-Audio has no intention of supporting Win7 at all. This is really deceptive advertising. Unfortunately, I can't take it back to GC, as his dorm-mate pitched the box, and it's after the 30-day limit.I looked around at other M-Audio products, and it appears their software development staff are either Mac-only types, or are newer Windows version ignorant. I'd suggest going elsewhere for modern Windows supported solutions for music HW & SW.
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Functional
- Good Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Practicing
Comments about M-Audio KeyRig 49:
Works very well in Ableton Live with very little configuration. Did not need to map mod/pitch in Live. Feels like a solid keyboard, the keys feel durable. Great budget keyboard for a home producer.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Functional
- User Friendly
Cons
- Not durable
Best Uses
- Beat Making
- Practicing
Comments about M-Audio KeyRig 49:
This was my very first midi controller that I've owned. I can say that this keyboard will get the job done if you are an aspiring producer getting started with an FL Studio, Reason, or Pro Tools DAW setup. The octave control buttons feel nice, but the pitch and mod wheel feel kind of cheap. As for the keys, you get what you pay for; the keys feel like any standard M-Audio with non-weighted keys.
Pros
- Ease of use
- Functional
- Good Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Recording Loops Via Logic
Comments about M-Audio KeyRig 49:
THIS IS A GOOD 49-KEY USB SYNTH AND ESPECIALLY FOR THE PRICE IT CAN'T BE BEAT! I'VE USED IT WITH LOGIC PRO 9 AND AM VERY IMPRESSED WITH THE SOUND QUAL... IF YOU ARE ON A BUDGET AND CANNOT AFFORD A 3-500.00 WORKSTATION, THIS M-AUDIO KEY RIG 49 IS A SEET DEAL!
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Functional
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about M-Audio KeyRig 49:
THis keyboard has helped me very much make GarageBand accessible to children. Yet, I am looking for others now that may have a better build since the USB port starts to jiggle and then power is gone. The USB port starts to loosen.
Comments about M-Audio KeyRig 49:
I use this at shcool and i cant say how much i love it !
Comments about M-Audio KeyRig 49:
bought mine in a local music store and got it for the same price, 99$ its really worth the price!! if your new to this studio thing (like i am) and if you dont have an awesome budget, go get it!! but if i'd have more money to spend on this, you can have something a lot better but you know, it does the job for me
Comments about M-Audio KeyRig 49:
I was wary of buying this based on some of the reviews posted here but I am glad I did. Got mine on sale for $69 with a nicely made sustain pedal also on sale for about $18 bucks. As a fledgling laptop recorder new to MIDI, I was able to get up and playing in virtually no time, just a quick driver download for Windows 7 from M-Audio's website.The keyboard has great action even if the keys are a bit light and plastic-feeling. But I dare you to find anything this good for anywhere near this price.My only regret is that I didn't get two at the sale price and give one to my son. Still might - it's a bargain at the regular price.
Comments about M-Audio KeyRig 49:
After countless attempts at trouble-shooting the compatibility issues with this product, M-Audio and Ableton have lost all my future business. Though sold as a package deal, the keystation 49 was never on the list of midi devices. Early attempts at updating and/or rolling back drivers would only temporarily fix the problem. I have never been able to complete a project with this software and now I cannot even get it to recognize the hardware.
Comments about M-Audio KeyRig 49:
it should be sold as an interface not a midi keyboard....there isnt even a midi out on it...the little usb interface it comes with sucks and only has an 8th inch jack...i hate this think and now i have to try to get someone to buy it or im out of my money because i got nothing out of this but a laugh
Comments about M-Audio KeyRig 49:
I just got my Keyrig 49 , and I have to say I'm impressed . I had a Korg Nanokey and three keys quit on it after two days so I returned it to the store .Being new to this DAW stuff I was a little confused on what to purchase , so I thought "what the heck " I'll try this one out , I got it this afternoon , plugged it in , installed the virtual instruments and was blown away !!!! If you are looking for an inexpensive,simple controller , look no further ! If I can get this thing installed and sounding this good so easily , anyone can , as I am an old guy just getting into this digital stuff , and virtual instruments and all that . Buy it !!! I haven;t seen anything better for the money !!!
