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M Audio Axiom 25 MIDI Controller KeyboardThe M Audio Axiom 25 MIDI Controller Keyboard is an advanced, semi-weighted USB Controller.
Don’t let the compact size of the Axiom 25 fool you. This advanced 25-key USB mobile MIDI controller features both semi-weighted action and assignable aftertouch, plus eight rubberized trigger pads that put drum programming and performance at your fingertips. Eight endless rotary encoder knobs let you get your hands on synth parameters, virtual mixer controls and more. Six transport controls can also assign to control other MIDI parameters. Virtually everything is freely MIDI-assignable—and the backlit LCD screen makes programming easy and intutive. You get 20 memory locations for on-board storage, plus free Enigma editor/librarian software to manage an unlimited number of setups via computer.
M Audio Axiom 25 Features
- 25 key, velocity-sensitive, semi-weighted keyboard with assignable aftertouch
- 8 MIDI-assignable trigger pads
- 8 MIDI-assignable rotary encoder knobs
- 6 transport buttons reassignable to other MIDI parameters
- Assignable pitch bend and modulation wheels
- Octave up/down; transpose up/down
- Preset / program change / MIDI channel +/- buttons
- Backlit LCD screen
- Sustain and expression pedal jacks
- Built-in USB MIDI interface including standard MIDI In and Out jacks
- Powered via USB or optional power supply
- Class-compliant with Windows XP and Mac OS X
- 20 non-volatile memory locations
- Memory dump via Sys Ex
- Compatible with free Enigma librarian/editor for storing and organizing setups
- All controllers fully programmable to MIDI controller number and channel
- Controller Mute function mutes controller output to avoid parameter jumps
- Snapshot function transmits all current controller settings
- On/off rocker switch
- Weighs only 6 lbs
- Includes Ableton Live Lite 4 software so you can make music right away
Ableton Live Lite 4 included
This product comes with a special version of Ableton Live Lite 4, a powerful and unique DAW application. Live Lite 4 brings you much of the audio and MIDI functionality of the multi-award winning Ableton Live, recognized for revolutionizing the DAW experience. In this version you get four audio tracks, four MIDI tracks, incredible looping, VST and Audio Unit support, software instruments, effects, and much more. Live Lite 4 turns your interface and your computer into a complete composition and recording solution.
M Audio Axiom 25 MIDI Controller Keyboard System Requirements
Windows
XP (SP2) or higher
(98, Me, NT, or 2000 not supported)
Pentium 3; 800 MHz or higher
256 MB RAM
DirectX 9.0b or higher
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Macintosh
OS X 10.3.9 or OS X 10.4.2 or higher
Macintosh G3* 800 (G4* 733 MHz or higher)
256 MB RAM (OS X 10.3.9)
512 MB RAM (OS X 10.4.2 or higher)
Native USB port required
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*G3/G4 accelerator cards are not supported.
Ableton Live Lite 4 System Requirements
Windows
98/2000/XP
600 MHz CPU or faster
256 MB RAM
Windows-compatible soundcard
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Macintosh
OS 9.2 or later (OS X 10.1.5 or later)
Any G3 or faster
256 MB RAM
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| | TeeJay from Midwest City | | Overall Ranking: | | Quality:
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| Solid, seems like I could drop the thing off my balcony and it would bounce right back up to be. The knobs are really sturdy, you dont have to be all careful with the drum pads, which is a good thing. Good response, too | | Features:
| I marked this one down because the thing doesn't come with a power supply. I tried using the USB port but there was too much latency...like it was unplayable over usb. When I found a power supply that worked, plugged the midi cable into my interface and I was off to the races...But I also have to say the transport controls are freakin awesome! Great addition to the controller. | | Ease of Use:
| Im new to MIDI, and it's like trying to learn Trig without a teacher, LOL. Actually it's set up pretty easy to learn if youve never used MIDI before. Im just frustrated, HAHA. I would definitely say that when you get it INSTALL ENIGMA FROM THE M-AUDIO SITE!!! This makes programming a breeze. | | Sound:
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| This was good too, the semi-weighted keys don't feel fake, but theyre not sluggish like real workstations/pianos. You won't feel like youre on a 15 dollar casio. | | Value:
| Best of all! I would have expected to pay a lot more than I did. | |
| | kirilirik.com from Salt Lake City, Utah, USA | | Overall Ranking: | | Quality:
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| | | Subject: | Great for the $$$ | | Overall:
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QUALITY:
Seems well made. Thick, decent plastics, nice grippy wheels and knobs, solid drum pads. This should last for a good many years.
FEATURES:
This seems to have the most features in this price range from what I have seen. Bus powered, built in drum pads. It has everything that I need.
EASE OF USE:
I played keys for 20 years, but I am pretty new to the MIDI thing, so figuring this device out took me more time than expected. That is most likely my fault not the device's.
VALUE:
Great value.
SOUND:
This doesn't really have "sound" per say, it is however quite accurate, and smooth in it's command of my soft synth. The keys feel full, the wheels are well tamed, not jumpy, the knobs are tight, and the pads are rugged, and clean in response. |
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