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EMU Xboard 49 49 Key USB MIDI Controller KeyboardThe EMU Xboard 49 Pro USB MIDI controller keyboard offers unmatched playability, real-time control and programmability in a portable keyboard package. Xboards feature fullsize velocity sensitive keyboards with aftertouch, 16 programmable real-time controllers, Xboard Control editing software (effortlessly create custom templates!), and EMU’s Proteus X LE Desktop Sound Module (1,000+ sounds!). Unique features include Snap Shot that lets you send multiple program changes & controller values from a single button-press, and Xboard Latch Mode that lets you define a section of the keyboard as on/off triggers - perfect for drum loops. Xboards are ultra-portable and can run on USB, battery, or AC power. (For PC and Mac.) EMU Xboard 49 Features
- 49 full-size professional keys with Aftertouch - the Xboard 49 is a true performance controller with a high-quality synth-action keybed
- Xboard Control™ software lets you easily create custom setups for your favorite hardware/software instruments
- Advanced studio/live performance features, like Latch Mode for triggering drum loops, Snap Shot for instantaneous program changes, and many more
- 16 real-time controllers that can be assigned to the key performance parameters of all your favorite virtual instruments
- Includes Proteus X LE Desktop Sound Module (for Windows) with over 1000 presets and Ableton Live Lite 4 for E-MU (for Windows)
- USB, battery or AC powered - take your music anywhere
- PC & Mac compatible - Windows XP, 2000 and Macintosh OS X drivers
EMU Xboard 49 Box Contents
- E-MU Xboard 49 USB/MIDI Controller
- Quick Start guide
- E-MU Xboard Software/Manual CD-ROM
- E-MU Xboard Control™ (Mac/Windows)
- Proteus® X LE (Windows only)
- Ableton Live Lite 4 for E-MU (Windows only)
EMU Xboard 49 Minimum System Requirements
- Mac: OS 10.2 or greater with native USB port
- PC: Windows 2000 SP4, Windows XP SP1 or greater with native USB port
Manual 2.9 MB
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| | 2 people wrote reviews | |
| | Cool Hand Luke from Santa Cruz, CA 95062 | | Overall Ranking: | | Quality:
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| | | Subject: | Great controller for the price. | | Quality:
| It has a pretty solid feel and definitely looks like it could take some abuse. I would feel pretty comfortable taking this to gigs. Nice and heavy. | | Features:
| Velocity and aftertouch are really amazing for a product in this price range. | | Ease of Use:
| Easy as pie. Setup was basic, I was playing music with it half an hour after opening the box. | | Sound:
| Not applicable - it's just a controller. | | Action:
| I think this is more for guitar players, but it is very playable. | | Value:
| You would be hard pressed to find a better controller for this price. | | Do you own this product?:
| Yes | | Date submitted:
| 11/20/08 | |
| | Scottay from New Orleans, LA | | Overall Ranking: | | Quality:
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| | | Subject: | Great! | | Quality:
| Built well & dependable! A little heavier than it's competition as well as a heavier key-action. | | Features:
| Most 49-key controllers don't offer near the controls that the Emu Xboard 49 does. Now, these controls (all of those pretty knobs) don't just work - you need to program them to do whatever you want them to do. If you learn how to assign them, it's great not having to go through different screens, menus & pull downs to change parameters -- just turn the knob!
This keyboard has after-touch, a heavier action, & it's overall weight is more than most of the competition as well. So, if you're not going to use the extra knobs and don't like heavier action, this is not the controller for you (don't waste your money when you would do better with one that sells for ~$100). If you do like these features, this is the keyboard for you and is a bargain!
USB or 3 AA batteries powers it. As well, it powers up with an a/c plug that's not included. Emu's website for a/c adapter: Voltage = 6VDC, Current = 300mA, Polarity = Positive & Plug Dimensions = 2.1mm Internal, 5.5 mm Outside. | | Ease of Use:
| Very easy to use! Very helpful manual IF you decide to read it. | | Value:
| Great value! | | Appearance:
| Sweet! Slick! | | Skill Level:
| Semi-Pro |
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