M-Audio Keystation 61 MK3 61-Key USB-Powered MIDI Controller

Simple Software Control
Start creating and performing music with your Mac or PC easy with the world’s best-selling keyboard controllers: The Keystation Series from M-Audio. Whether you’re a seasoned pro looking for just the right controls or are looking to get started with the right USB MIDI controller, the Keystation 61 MK3 is a simple, powerful MIDI controller designed for sequencing music and playing virtual instruments on your Mac or PC. Keystation 61 MK3 features 61 semi-weighted full-size velocity-sensitive keys and comprehensive controls that expand the range of playable notes, expressive capabilities, and enhance your recording workflow.

Musical Control
With Keystation 61 MK3, maximizing your creativity while minimizing the complication is easy: Use the fully assignable octave range buttons; pitch-bend and modulation wheels; volume slider, and transport and directional controls to play, perform, and record with your music software without using a mouse or trackpad. Keystation 61 MK3 also features a 5-pin MIDI output for connecting to your favorite hardware synth and a 1/4” (6.3mm) sustain pedal input that lets you use an external control pedal, such as the M-Audio SP2 (sold separately), for genuine piano sustain.

Pure Player Experience
Compact, lightweight and durable, Keystation 61 MK3 is perfect for musicians who want to take command of music software during live performances or for producers who wish to add an intuitive MIDI controller with a natural feeling keybed to their studio—it easily satisfies both roles. For an easy-to-use and portable setup, Keystation 61 MK3 is USB-powered, class-compliant, and supports USB-MIDI connectivity. Plus, Keystation 61 MK3 supports iOS connectivity with the Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter (sold separately), enabling you to perform and compose with audio apps on your iPad and other iOS devices.

Features

• 61 full-size velocity-sensitive semi-weighted keys with natural feel
• USB-MIDI connection for playing virtual instruments, controlling recording software, and more
• 5-pin MIDI out for connecting to your favorite analog synth
• Transport and directional buttons for controlling any recording software/DAW
• Volume fader for deeper control of plugins
• Ergonomically designed pitch and modulation wheels for expressive performances
• Advanced functionality customizes fader, buttons, pitch and mod wheels to control any DAW or plugin parameter
• Compact design fits any desk, studio or stage setup perfectly
• USB-powered, supports plug-and-play connectivity to your Mac or PC—no drivers required
• iOS compatibility using the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit (sold separately)
• Includes Pro Tools | First M-Audio Edition, Ableton Live Lite performance/recording software/DAWs
• Includes AIR Music Tech Mini Grand, with seven acoustic piano sounds
• Includes AIR Music Tech Velvet virtual electronic piano with five legendary electric pianos from the ‘60s and ‘70s
• Includes AIR Music Tech Xpand!2 multitimbral all-in-one workstation

Specifications

What’s In The Box
Software Download Cards
USB Cable
User Guide
Safety and Warranty Manual

Tech Specs
Power: via USB or DC 9 V, 500 mA center-positive power supply(sold separately) - not required for use with a PC or Mac
Dimensions: 39.2” x 7.44" x 2.68" (995 mm x 189 mm x 68 mm)
Weight: 9.0 lbs. (4.1 kg)
Transport and Directional Controls: Mackie Control, Mackie/HUI, or MIDI

Minimum System Requirements
Windows 7
macOS 10.11
Available USB port

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