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Compact, lightweight and durable, Keystation 49 MK3 is perfect for musicians who want to master their sound with an intuitive controller. Start creating and performing music with your Mac or PC with the world’s best-selling keyboard controllers: The Keystation 49 MK3 from M-Audio.
M Audio Keystation 49 MK3 49-Key USB/MIDI Controller Features
49 full-size velocity-sensitive keys with natural feel
USB-MIDI connection for playing virtual instruments and controlling your recording software
Volume fader, transport and directional buttons for easy control of your software
Ergonomically designed pitch and modulation wheels for expressive performances
Advanced functionality customizes fader, buttons, and mod wheel to control any DAW or plugin parameter
Compact design fits any desk, studio or stage setup perfectly
Easy plug-and-play connection to your Mac or PC—no drivers or power supply required
Compatible with iOS devices via the Apple to USB Camera Adapter (sold separately)
Octave up and down buttons for extended keyboard range; Sustain pedal input
Includes 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
Simple Software Control:
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 49 MK3 is a simple, powerful MIDI controller designed for sequencing music and playing virtual instruments on your Mac or PC. Keystation 49 MK3 features 49 natural feeling full-size velocity-sensitive keys and comprehensive controls that expand the range of playable notes, expressive capabilities, and enhance your recording workflow.
With Keystation 49 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 49 MK3 also features 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:
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 49 MK3 is USB-powered, class-compliant, and supports USB-MIDI connectivity. Plus, Keystation 49 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.
M Audio Keystation 49 MK3 Controller Specifications
Included Software:
Ableton Live Lite
AIR Music Technology Mini Grand
AIR Music Technology Velvet
AIR Music Technology Xpand!2
Skoove
Melodics
2 GB of Touch Loops Content
Box contents:
Keystation 49 MK3
Software Download Cards
Ableton Live Lite
AIR Music Technology Mini Grand
AIR Music Technology Velvet
AIR Music Technology Xpand!2
USB A to USB B cable
User Guide
Safety & Warranty Manual
System Requirements:
PC: Windows 7 or later
Mac: macOS 10.11 or later
Available USB port
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raphael h. 🇺🇸
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It’s perfect for my stable
It’s perfect for my stable and mobile productivity. I really can’t work without it.
Published date
08/15/25
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T. P. 🇺🇸
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Great Midi Keyboard For Great Price
I use this midi keyboard for my iPad studio setup and am very pleased with it. Very simple but can be integrated with your DAW. I haven’t used it yet for that purpose, but for out of the box plug and play, it’s great!
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03/04/23
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Shelvon B. 🇺🇸
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the product works as advertised.
the product works as advertised. the keys are comfortable to use.
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01/29/21
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Shelton S. 🇺🇸
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My Grandson loves it!
I ordered one for me as an add in for my 41 year old professional recording studio, and one for my talented grandson. For me, although it’s well made, the action wasn’t what I was looking for in my studio. But my grandson loves it! I’m sure it’s great for a lot of people, I’m just looking for a diff...
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11/13/20
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T. R. 🇺🇸
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This was a gift and the ease of shipping and availability of the product was a definite plus.
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