The M-Audio® Axiom® 49 controller combines all the production power and performance you need to get the most from your music software and MIDI gear. More than just a “data entry” controller, the Axiom 49 features piano-style, semi-weighted keys for a musically satisfying playing experience. Large dynamic trigger pads make it easy to program beats and trigger one-shot samples—while the encoder knobs, faders, and buttons deliver complete real-time control over your software. DirectLink mode provides easy, automatic access to common DAW functions* including transport, mixer, track pan, and virtual instrument parameters—no complicated setup required. Axiom 49 even features a sleek, angled top panel for easy viewing in any environment.DirectLink: Streamlined Session ControlDirect LinkBuilding on the best-selling MIDI keyboard controllers of all time**, the updated Axiom series features DirectLink, which automatically maps the onboard controls to common parameters in DAWs* like Pro Tools®, Logic, Cubase, Live, and Reason. Take control over your software studio—directly from the keyboard. Use the faders and encoder knobs to fine-tune the mix. Easily navigate through sessions using the Transport buttons. Interfacing a MIDI controller with your software doesn’t get any easier than this.Serious Production PowerWhen inspiration strikes, you need a keyboard controller that can translate ideas into killer tracks. That’s why Axiom 49 is equipped with an ultra-expressive semi-weighted keyboard and eight Trigger Finger® pads for programming beats with incredible feel. Automatically map Axiom 49 to your DAW with DirectLink—or delve deeper by assigning the pads, encoders, faders, and buttons to whatever controls you wish. Each controller can map to just about any MIDI message available, along with independent channel addressing for each. The possibilities are as endless as your imagination.Axiom Instrument ModeWith other MIDI keyboards, assigning encoders and faders to control virtual instruments has never been easy. Now thanks to the Axiom 49 controller’s new Instrument mode, a single button instantly maps the faders, buttons, and encoders to any virtual instrument inside your DirectLink-compatible host*. You get direct access to synthesis parameters such as filter cutoff, LFO rate, and envelope settings—without having to manually configure anything. It’s almost like turning Axiom 49 into a dedicated hardware synth.Intuitive DesignWhether you’re on stage or in the studio, your keyboard controller should fuel your creativity—providing all the right information and controls at your fingertips. That’s why we designed Axiom 49 with a sleek angled top panel for easier viewing of the display and improved ergonomics. Smooth rotary encoders deliver precise, continuously variable parameter changes while low profile 40 mm faders give you a hands-on feel for the mix. The centrally positioned LCD screen provides informative feedback from DAW hosts, including on-screen display of parameters and settings. It all adds up to intuitive control over your MIDI software and hardware.
Mobile OperationThe Axiom series is extremely compact and lightweight and all models are powered directly from your computer’s USB bus. Choose the size that’s best for your needs, then take your music anywhere you want to go.** The Axiom series is the best-selling MIDI controller line in the U.S. (MI SalesTrak: January 2007 – December 2009).
A New Approach to Making MusicWith Ignite, you can now capture your ideas quickly with professional results. Individual musical ideas are captured as phrases, simply called clips. Multiple clips can be played back together, or even grouped to create more complex phrases and song sections. Ignite provides seamless integration with any current M-Audio keyboard controller. Once connected to your computer, the key parameters will be automatically assigned, or mapped, to the front panel controllers. This tight integration provides an out-of-the-box solution that simply works—with no set-up chores to perform.Sound Your BestIncluded with Ignite are over 275 remarkable instrument sounds developed by AIR Music Technology. In addition to a versatile arpeggiator, Smart MIDI technology provides both a Chord Player and a Phrase Player that can introduce new musical parts to enhance your production—even a drum pattern. Email your ideas to the rest of the band. Share your musical ideas and songs with other musicians through SoundCloud—all without ever leaving Ignite. Plus, you can export WAV, MP3 and MIDI files, and then import them into any DAW recording software—including Pro Tools. Full FeaturesM-Audio Axiom 49 USB MIDI Controller49-key piano-style, semi-weighted-action keyboard with assignable aftertouchDirectLink automatically maps controllers to work with popular recording software8 rotary encoder knobs, 9 sliders, and 8 trigger pads–all MIDI assignable9 assignable buttons with LED lights for software feedback6 dedicated transport controlsDedicated track up/down, mute, and solo buttonsAngled top panel with centered, custom LCD display for easy viewing in any situation4 zone buttons for stacking and splitting sounds on up to 4 MIDI channelsAssignable pitch bend and modulation performance wheelsOctave up/down; transpose up/downSustain pedal and Expression pedal inputsPreset parameter mappings for popular virtual instruments20 memory locations for storing custom setups4 keyboard velocity curves and 3 fixed velocity settings4 pad velocity curves, 3 fixed settings, and unique ‘step’ velocity curvesClass-compliant with Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, and Mac OS XIncludes Ableton Live LiteIncludes Ignite music creation software31.9" (W) x 11.6" (D) x 3.5" (H)6.9 lbs.Ignite Music Creation SoftwareSeamless M-Audio keyboard integrationCapture ideas quickly—with professional resultsEasily combine and arrange individual recordingsUnique musician-centric workflowIntuitive graphic interface aids productionSmart MIDI chord and phrase creators275+ superior AIR instrument soundsEasy sharing and collaboration via SoundCloudExport WAV, MP3 and MIDI files for use with any DAW