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M-Audio Axiom 49

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Advanced 49-Key Semi-Weighted USB MIDI Controller

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If you need total MIDI control and playability in a compact package, check out the Axiom 49. This advanced 49-key USB mobile MIDI controller delivers semi-weighted action plus assignable aftertouch, along with eight rubberized trigger pads that are perfect for hands-on drum programming and performance. Nine sliders complement eight endless rotary encoder knobs to control just about any software studio parameter you can think of. 15 MIDI-assignable buttons—including six transport controls—and assignable wheels and foot pedals round out total control. The dedicated front-panel keypad and backlit LCD screen provide intuitive setup. There’s room for 20 non-volatile memory locations for instant access to setups, plus compatibility with our free Enigma editor/librarian software for managing a virtually infinite library via Mac or PC.

Features

  • 49-key velocity-sensitive semi-weighted action keyboard with assignable aftertouch
  • 8 MIDI-assignable trigger pads
  • 8 MIDI-assignable rotary encoder knobs
  • 9 MIDI-assignable sliders
  • 15 assignable buttons, including 6 transport buttons
  • Assignable pitch bend and modulation wheels
  • Octave up/down; transpose up/down
  • 4 independent configurable keyboard zones
  • 15 buttons and backlit LCD screen for total front-panel programming
  • Sustain and expression pedal jacks
  • Built-in USB MIDI interface including standard MIDI In and Out jacks
  • Powered via USB or optional power supply
  • Class-compliant with Windows XP and Mac OS X
  • 20 non-volatile memory locations
  • Memory dump via Sys Ex
  • Compatible with free Enigma librarian/editor for storing and organizing setups
  • All controllers fully programmable to MIDI controller number and channel
  • Controller Mute function mutes controller output to avoid parameter jumps
  • Snapshot function transmits all current controller settings
  • On/Off rocker switch
  • Weighs only 10 lbs.
  • Includes Ableton Live Lite 4 music production software so you can make music right away

Get Into the Action

The Axiom series of mobile USB MIDI controllers has everything it takes to get the most from your MIDI software and hardware. Semi-weighted action complete with aftertouch gives you great feel and expression for both synth parts and pianistic passages. Eight rubberized trigger pads put your drums at your fingertips for programming with feel—or easy fire samples or visual effects.

Total MIDI Control

Assign the eight rotary encoders to mixer controls like panning and effects sends, or to any synth parameters you want to control. Map the nine sliders to software mixer faders or drawbars on your virtual organ. 15 buttons*, pitch and mod wheels, and sustain and expression pedal jacks round out a tour de force of MIDI domination. Assigning controllers is simple, yet has the power to let you delve as deep as you want. Each controller can map to just about any applicable parameter in the MIDI spec, including independent channel addressing for each. The possibilities are limited only by your imagination. * six buttons on the Axiom 25

Intuitive Front-Panel Programming

M-Audio Axiom MIDI controllers all feature a large backlit LCD screen for visual feedback—and the 61-key and 49-key models also place a 10-key pad right on the front panel for direct, intuitive programming. You’ll also find 9 dedicated front-panel function buttons to easily access common operations like preset / program change or MIDI channel +/-, octave +/-, and transpose +/-. Use the Controller Mute button to prevent parameters from jumping when you change them, for example, then press Snapshot to transmit all current settings. 20 non-volatile memory locations instantly save and recall your favorite presets—and you can manage an entire preset library on your computer via SysEx dumps and our free Enigma software editor/librarian for PC and Mac.

Mobile Operation

The Axiom series is extremely compact and lightweight and all models are powered directly from your computer’s USB bus. Choose the size that’s best for your needs, then take your music anywhere you want to go.

Specifications

  • MIDI Data from variable controllers:
    • MIDI Controller Number
    • RPN/NRPN
    • Program, Bank LSB, Bank MSB
    • Pitch Bend
    • GM/GM2/XG SysEx Messages
  • MIDI Data from buttons/switches: - MIDI Controller Number
    • Note On
    • Note On/Off toggle
    • RPN/NRPN
    • MIDI CC On/Off toggle
    • Program, Bank LSB, Bank MSB presets
    • MIDI Machine Control
    • GM/GM2/XG SysEx messages
  • size: 31.9 x 11.2 x 2.6 inches; 81 x 28.5 x 6.6 (cm)
  • weight: 10 lbs.; 4.5 kg

Compatiblity

  • MME
  • Mac OS X Core MIDI

System Requirements

  • PC
    • Pentium 3 – 800 MHz or higher (CPU may be higher for laptops)
    • 256 MB RAM
    • DirectX 9.0b or higher
    • Windows XP (SP2) or higher (Windows 98, Me, NT, or 2000 not supported)
  • Mac
    • Macintosh G3* 800/G4* 733 MHz or higher (CPU may be higher for laptops)
    • OS X 10.3.9 with 256 MB RAM,
    • OS X 10.4.2 or greater with 512 MB RAM

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M-Audio Axiom 49 Reviews

9/10

Axiom 49

— Ben Hayman March 18, 2009

Absolutely fantastic MIDI controller keyboard; it is everything I needed and more!

This keyboard has many controls which are very easily assigned to applications (I use Logic, Live, and Reason). Also, the fact the it doesn\'t require drivers is a definite plus! And latency is unnoticeable.

The keys are nice and responsive. However, the keys are not very dynamic as mentioned in another review.

Also, the sliders and knobs are smooth. The facts that the eight knobs are continuous is also very useful and a welcome addition. Although, the sliders do seem to come off once of twice since I\'ve had it, but as long as you are gentle with them you should be fine!

I\'d definitely recommend this controller as it is generally well built and is filled with features - all of which is at a great price!

8/10

M-Audio XIOM 49 Review

— Ben Carter March 6, 2009

Excellent midi keyboard. I purchased it as I needed something to control my soft-synths, and was taken in by all the various sliders, knobs and switches. The keys are responsive without being too heavy, making it great for amateur musicians. The only downsides are that the programming can be a bit complicated at times and the touch-pads can be slightly twitchy. Overall, very much worth the money.

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8/10

Good controller, some dynamics weaknesses

— Christian July 31, 2008

I bought the Axiom about a week ago and have been very busy with it.

This makes for an excellent Midi controller. It's easy enough to assign all the sliders, etc, to controls in SONAR. The transport buttons take a bit more effort and I had to google around a bit, but no problem in the end. I get no synchronisation issues, the controller reacts fast.

Beware of the following if you are clasically piano trained (like me), or intend to play piano pieces on this: none of the 10 velocity curves will give you ideal results for a reasonably dynamic piece. It's hard to play quietly - and if you select a curve that lets you play quietly, then it's almost impossible to play loud parts without bashing the keys out.

Bearing in mind that it's a midi controller, though, not a piano, I'd buy it again any day!

8/10

M-Audio Axiom 49

— Vadim July 26, 2007

Recently I've bought this midi keyboard and I must say this one is great! It has everything I need to make trance tracks. A lot of different controllers, plus drum pads and rather small size makes this product ideal for my needs.
One great feature of axiom's line is that rotating controllers have 360 degrees turns (one inc/dec per click) what gives a perfect control over likned parameters.
Alltogether gives great "functionality per price"!

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