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

Despite its simplicity, the Keystation 49e includes a 49-note full-size, velocity-sensitive keyboard for authentic playing experience, as well as built-in MIDI interface, pitch and modulation wheels, and sustain pedal input. This sleek, compact keyboard is USB bus-powered, requiring no external power supply. Compatible with most educational and studio software, the affordable Keystation 49e is the perfect companion with which to begin your musical journey.

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Features

• 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 included for Windows 95/98/ME/2000

Compatibility

• MME
• Mac OS X Core MIDI
  

Specifications

• compact size:  31-3/4" (w) x 8-1/2" (d) x 3" (h); 6.6 lbs

Minimum System Requirements

PC

• Windows 98SE / Me / 2000 (SP4) / XP (SP2 Home or Professional Edition only)*

* Home and Professional Edition only. Windows Media Center Edition is not currently supported.

Mac

• OS 9.2.2 with OMS 2.3.8 (included)
• OS X 10.1.5 or greater
• OMS 2.3.8 (included) for MIDI under OS 9.2.2

M-Audio, a business unit of Avid Technology, Inc, is a leading provider of creative tools for computer-centric musicians and audio professionals. M-Audio is the driving force in the industry empowering musicians to create, perform and record with complete mobile hardware/software solutions that have forever changed when, where and how music is made. The Company's reputation for delivering cutting edge technology in easy-to-use, affordable products has garnered significant recognition by industry experts, including world-class artists, recording studios and magazines. M-Audio's advanced engineering and value-conscious pricing has also helped to bring the joy of creating high-quality music to virtually anyone with the desire.