The M-Audio Keystation Mini 32 MK3 USB MIDI Controllerfrom M-Audio Keystation Mini 32 MK3 USB MIDI Controlleris a MIDI keyboard controller designed for sequencing music and playing virtual instruments on a Mac or Windows computer. It features 32 velocity-sensitive mini-size keys and a series of controls that expand the range of playable notes, with onboard octave buttons providing access to the full melodic keyboard range, so you may play bass lines, piano harmony, and lead melodies. You'll also note the prominent volume knob for smooth crescendos, and a sustain button for sustaining single-handed chords or harmonic clusters.

Relatively lightweight and mobile at 1 lb, the controller is suitable for traveling musicians who use music software during live performances or for producers who wish to add an intuitive MIDI controller with a small footprint to the studio. The unit is USB-powered, class-compliant, and supports USB-MIDI connectivity. Additionally, iOS connectivity is supported using a separately-available Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit. With this kit, you can perform and compose with audio apps on an iPad or another iOS device.

The keyboard ships with two pieces of software, Pro Tools | First (M-Audio Edition), and Air Music Technology Xpand!2. Pro Tools | First is an entry-level copy of an industry-standard DAW, one that comes with Unlimited Busses, Elastic Time/Pitch, Offline Bounce, and 1GB of free cloud storage. Xpand!2 is a multitimbral workstation with four active sound slots per patch; this lets you load different sounds into different MIDI channels, so that you can play multiple sounds in one patch.

32 Velocity-Sensitive Mini-Size Keys    MIDI over USB    Pitch Bend, Modulation & Octave Controls    Volume Knob and Sustain Button    DAW and Music Creation Software    iOS Compatible    USB Powered    Relatively Lightweight at 1 lb    Relatively Compact at 16.4 x 0.7 x 4.2"

32 velocity-sensitive synth-style keys

USB-MIDI connection for playing virtual instruments, controlling recording software, and more

Pitch bend, modulation, and octave controls for expressive performances

Volume knob delivers smooth control

Sustain button enhances performance

Edit Mode button provides access to under-the-hood functions

USB-powered and supports plug-and-play connectivity to a Mac or Windows computer

Lightweight at 1 lb for easy setup and portability

iOS compatibility using the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit (available separately)

Pro Tools | First (M-Audio Edition) DAW

AIR Music Technology Xpand!2 Multitimbral Software

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What are the dimensions of this midi controller

A: The M-Audio Oxygen Pro Mini 32-Mini-Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller measures 15.8 x 7.5 x 2.6" (40.1 x 19.1 x 6.6 cm).

Q: 2. Does this come with a cable?

A: Yes it comes with a USB cable.

Q: 3. Does this have an auxiliary output jack that you can plug into headphones or a boom box?

A: No, the Keystation 88 is a MIDI keyboard controller which has digital ports for USB and MIDI, but it does not have any analog inputs or outputs to connect a boom box or headphones. You can connect headphones to your computer for monitoring. If you want a more traditional keyboard that is a similar size and in the same general price range, you may like the Alesis Concert 88-Key Digital Piano with Full-Sized Keys (B&H # ALCONCERT) which has a stereo output for headphones, but no aux input. The Artesia PE-88 Portable Digital Piano / Arranger Keyboard (B&H # ARPE88) which has headphone and line outputs, stereo aux input and a microphone input. We do have more options for other models listed with our portable keyboards. Please contact us by phone or through live chat on the website for further assistance.

Q: 4. what's the longest usb cable i can use with this thing...? i'm using a 1-1.5meter cable and it only works sometimes. it is frustrating that there is no information about this, and the cable that comes with the keystationmini 32 is really really short.....

A: I would replace the cable. Typically USB cables may be used up to 15 feet without signal loss issues.

Q: 5. What's the end to end audio latency w/Cubase 8, Logic 10?

A: It means that it is fully compatible with your DAW and doesn't introduce any annoying delay . It is a solid unit, pretty perfect for most home recording needs.

Q: 6. How to get sound from keyboard. Not working.

A: The MPK Mini MKIII is a MIDI keyboard controller, meaning that it cannot make sound on its own, but comes with virtual instruments that can be used to generate sound, but they must be installed on your Mac or PC.

Q: 7. Does it have midi aftertouch?

A: Yes, the Akai Professional MPK Mini MK3 25-Key MIDI Controller has aftertouch.

Q: 8. can this be used for controlling organ drawbars and other various synth keyboard controlls through a daw?

A: Yes with the ICON Digital i Controls Mini USB MIDI Controller you can control drawbars and other various keyboard EFX and parameters as long as they are in your DAW. You would not be able to control an arranger for example that was not a virtual instrument. As long as it lives in your DAW you will be fine.

Q: 9. The specifications say that it has a 5-pin MIDI output port, is that correct? Cause I can’t find this on any pictures over the internet.

A: No, there's a miniusb/usb 2.0 output port and just it.

Q: 10. Is there a power supply adapter to plug it to a regular a/c power outlet?

A: The M-Audio Keystation 61 MK3 61-Key USB-Powered MIDI Controller (BH # MAKS61MK3) may be powered via a computer's USB port, a USB hub or a third-party USB/AC power supply. Xcellon UCAC-112 12W USB-A Wall Charger with Foldable Plugs (B&H # XCUCAC112): https://bhpho.to/3UalOLF