The M-Audio Keystation 49 MK3 is a MIDI keyboard controller designed for sequencing music and playing virtual instruments on a Mac or Windows computer. It is also compatible with iOS devices. The Keystation 49 MK3 features 49 full-size velocity-sensitive keys and a series of controls that expand the range of playable notes, while also providing expressive capabilities.

Assignable transport and directional controls allow for playing, performing, and recording with music software without using a mouse or trackpad. If you've got your own sustain pedal, you can plug it in via the 1/4" sustain pedal input. Lightweight and durable, the controller is USB-powered, class-compliant, and supports USB-MIDI connectivity. Additionally, the unit supports iOS connectivity using the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit (available separately), enabling you to perform and compose with audio apps on an iPad or another iOS device.

The 49 MK3 comes with a variety of software, including DAWs such as Pro Tools | First M-Audio Edition and Ableton Live Lite. Also included is AIR Music Technology Xpand!2, a multitimbral all-in-one synthesizer which houses up to four sounds to help you create your own unique VI patches.

Keyboard sounds can be achieved via three included AIR Music Technology soft-synths: The Mini Grand, with seven acoustic piano sounds, and the Velvet, which gives you five vintage electric piano sounds. Additional software includes Skoove and Melodics. You also get 2GB of Touch Loops material to foster your creativity. The keyboard comes with a USB Type-A to USB Type-B cable.

49 Full-Size Keys    Velocity-Sensitive    MIDI over USB and USB Powered    Full-Size Piano Style Pedal    Pedal with Switchable Polarity    Over-Ear Closed-Back Headphones

49 full-size velocity-sensitive keys with natural piano feel

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

Transport and directional buttons let you operate your DAW from the keyboard

Pitch bend, modulation, and octave controls for expressive performances

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

Relatively lightweight at 4.7 lb, for easy setup and portability

Relatively compact at 32.3 x 2.7 x 7.4" for convenient integration with most project or professional studios

iOS compatibility using the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit

Ableton Live Lite music performance and creation software

Pro Tools | First M-Audio Edition with Unlimited Busses, Elastic Time/Pitch, Offline Bounce, and 1GB of cloud storage

AIR Music Technology Mini Gran, Velvet, and Xpand!2

Skoove software with hundreds of online piano lessons for beginner, intermediate, or advanced players

Melodics desktop app for teaching users how to play MIDI keyboards, pad controllers, and drums

2GB of Touch Loops for chopping up and mixing samples, including synth pad loops, vintage drums, and more

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. 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: 2. 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: 3. 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: 4. Does this come with a cable?

A: Yes it comes with a USB cable.

Q: 5. 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: 6. Can this be used to replace an Auturia controller (like a Minilab) in Auturia software?

A: Arturia Software Instruments are compatible with all midi controllers, so the Nektar Technology Impact LX49+ 49-Key USB MIDI Controller Keyboard will work.

Q: 7. what elctrical current?

A: As mentioned the UltraLite ships with a DC power supply that provides 15V at 1A.Dave

Q: 8. hi what are the dimensions of this key lab thanks?

A: The Arturia KeyLab MKII 49 measures 31.2 x 11.7 x 2.1" (793 x 297 x 53 mm).

Q: 9. Will it play nice with Pro Tools on my Windows 7 (soon windows 10) system?

A: Includes native 32- and 64-bit drivers for Mac OS X and Windows 8/7/Vista/XP, including ASIO, WDM, Wave, Core Audio, and Core MIDI. Supports all popular Mac and Windows audio software. The incluyded CueMix FX can be operated side by side with any host audio software for Mac or Windows, and it can be controlled from the Mackie Control Universal Pro automated worksurface.

Q: 10. The description says it supports Mac, Win and iOs, but the Bluetooth connectivity mentions only Mac and iOs. Won't it work wirelessly with Windows?

A: Yes, the Korg microKEY AIR-49 is now compatible for MIDI to work wirelessly with a PC that is equipped with Bluetooth 4.0 and Windows 8.1 or later or with a USB adapter that supports Bluetooth 4.0 Smart. Here is a link to the Bluetooth MIDI Connection Guide: https://mans.io/files/viewer/637331/1