The M-Audio Axiom Pro 49 keyboard controller builds on the acclaimed
Axiom 49 with premium TruTouch action, proprietary HyperControl MIDI
mapping technology and other cutting-edge enhancements. HyperControl
automatically maps the keyboard's 65 controls to commonly accessed
parameters in digital audio workstations including Pro Tools, Cubase,
Logic and Reason*, as well as software instruments.
The
constant two-way link with your host DAW means the keyboard's controls
are always in sync with your software's active parameters. The
intuitive graphic LCD constantly updates the current values, which
ensures seamless editing and prevents parameter jumps--even when
plug-ins are closed. Toggle instantly between Mixer and Instrument
control modes. Map buttons to send QWERTY key commands right from the
Axiom Pro 49. Save settings to 50 memory locations--each with four
profiles of quick recall via the intuitive graphic LCD. Now you can
control your entire session right from your Axiom Pro 49.
Enhanced DAW Integration with HyperControl Technology
Thanks
to revolutionary M-Audio HyperControl technology, your Axiom Pro 49
controller will automatically map to commonly used parameters of
popular software instruments and digital audio workstations including
Pro Tools, Cubase, Logic and Reason* systems. HyperControl updates the
virtual instrument or track parameter mappings of each control in real
time as you sequence--it doesn't get any easier.
The HyperControl Difference
While
other controllers offer mapping, only the M-Audio Axiom Pro line has
HyperControl technology. HyperControl synchronizes Axiom Pro with your
DAW, ensuring that your hardware and software collaborate to form a
single work environment. The technology utilizes the Axiom Pro 49
graphic LCD to group software controls together in a modular fashion.
Similar controls are organized in named groups and accessed via four
dedicated softkeys, which are continually updated to reflect the mapped
parameters. A dedicated button toggles between Mixer and Instrument
modes for instant hands-on control of all of your software's
functionality. Dedicated Track buttons allow sequential navigation of
your mixer and instantaneous mapping of software instruments within the
selected track. You can even control software instruments without
opening them.
DAW Transport and Track Navigation
The
six dedicated transport buttons on the Axiom Pro 49 controller give you
immediate hands-on access to all of your host DAW's playback and
recording controls. Unlike other all-or-nothing systems, Axiom Pro 49
also features a transport-only mode. This option lets you access DAW
transports and track navigation via HyperControl technology, while
creating and controlling your own custom MIDI assignments for the
trigger pads, buttons, sliders and encoders.
Expressive Playability
With
great feel in a lightweight chassis, the Axiom Pro 49 controller
provides a new level of creative inspiration. The M-Audio TruTouch(TM)
keybed combines professional semi-weighted action with advanced
high-speed keybed scanning technology for an ultra-expressive playing
experience. Assignable aftertouch adds an extra measure of expression
and control.
The Ultimate Pro Tools Keyboard Controller
Whether
you are working on a Pro Tools M-Powered(TM), Pro Tools LE(R) or Pro
Tools|HD(R) system, the Axiom Pro MIDI controllers set a new standard
for Pro Tools keyboard control. Advanced M-Audio HyperControl
technology puts instant access to all of your Pro Tools parameters at
your fingertips-- including mixing, individual tracks.
Different Strokes
The
Axiom Pro keyboard controller line is the first to combine MIDI control
with ASCII keystrokes. You can assign any button on Axiom Pro 49 to
send ASCII messages accessing any of the available QWERTY keyboard
shortcuts within your host DAW. Imagine the possibilities with Copy,
Paste, Duplicate, New Track--anything you want to assign.
Complete MIDI Control
Axiom
Pro 49 has an amazing 65 MIDI-assignable controls, putting complete
session control in one place. The eight velocity-sensitive trigger pads
integrate acclaimed M-Audio Trigger Finger technology for laying down
rhythm tracks or triggering loops and samples. Smoothly control
parameters like filters, EQ and panning with the eight rotary encoder
knobs. The nine 40mm sliders (each with its own fully assignable
button) feature auto-mute to prevent jumping--ideal for controlling
mixes, virtual organ drawbars and more. The keyboard's extensive
controllers also include 12 fully assignable buttons in the keypad
arrangement, a data/octave button, pitch bend and mod wheels,
aftertouch, and dual assignable pedal jacks. In addition to USB
connectivity, you'll also find traditional MIDI In and MIDI Out ports
for connecting external MIDI devices.
Total Recall
The
Axiom Pro 49 keyboard has 50 memory locations--each with four
quick-access profiles of controller assignments--allowing you to easily
create and manage your own extensive library of presets with
unprecedented power, ease and flexibility.
Technical Info
49-note, TruTouch semi-weighted, piano-style, professional-action keybedProprietary HyperControl MIDI mapping and host control:
- Automatically maps controllers to popular DAWs and software instruments--and maintains a constant live link between them
- Compatible with digital audio workstations including Pro Tools(R), Cubase, Logic and Reason*
- Graphic LCD groups and names controls modularly with 4 dedicated profiles per group for easy recall
- Dedicated button toggles between Mixer and Instrument control modes
- Transport-only mode option enables DAW transport control and track navigation combined with user MIDI controller mappings
ASCII messages for software keyboard shortcuts
65 MIDI-assignable controls in total:
- 9 sliders, with auto-mute to prevent jumping
- 9 buttons complementing the sliders
- 8 rotary encoders
- 8 velocity-sensitive trigger pads
- 12 buttons in keypad arrangement
- 6 transport buttons
- 7 function keys
- aftertouch
- 1 sustain pedal socket
- 1 expression pedal socket
- 1 data/octave button
- Pitch bend and modulation wheels
50 onboard memory locations
USB bus-powered
MIDI Out and MIDI In ports for extended external connectivity
4 programmable keyboard zones
Minimum System Requirements (PC)
Windows XP (SP2)*
800MHz or higher, 256MB RAM
DirectX 9.0b or higher
Windows Vista (32-Bit)
1GHz or higher, 1GB RAM
DirectX 10 or higher
*Home and Professional Edition only. Windows Media Center Edition is not currently supported.
M-Audio recommends you also check the minimum system requirements for your software, as they may be greater than the above.
Minimum System Requirements (Mac)
Mac OS X 10.4.9
G4**, 733MHz, 512MB RAM
Mac OS X 10.5.0
G4**, 867MHz, 768MB RAM
**Native USB port required; G3/G4 accelerator cards not supported.
M-Audio recommends you also check the minimum system requirements for your software, as they may be greater than the above.
