Kurzweil Music Systems has announced the PC3LE6, the first of its new PC3LE line of performance control keyboards.

The LE line includes the sound set from the PC3, in addition to many of the PC3’s most popular features like Setup Mode, Song Mode and Quick Access Mode.

The LE’s streamlined user interface has been designed to allow for a quick learning curve. This new, interactive U.I. provides a constant stream of useful information to players; move a controller and the LE will display the controller’s name, value and the parameter to which it’s been assigned. (Example – Knob 5: 43 Reverb Wet/Dry)

The PC3LE line also features USB thumb-drive storage, 16 independent arpeggiators, 16 simultaneous Riffs, 8 backlit impact-sensitive drum pads and high quality 24-bit D/A converters. The 61-note PC3LE6 will be followed shortly by the release of the 76 and 88-note versions, the PC3LE7 and PC3LE8.

Kurzweil has published a page of audio demos at their site.

The Kurzweil PC3LE6 retails for about $1,300.

PC3LE6 Features:

• Keyboard:     Fatar TP-8; 61-note semi-weighted action with velocity and aftertouch sensitive keys
• Display:     240 x 64 backlit LCD w/ dedicated back panel contrast control
• Polyphony:     64 Voice Polyphony, dynamically allocated, lightning fast performance
• Multitimbral:     16 parts (one per MIDI channel)
• Architecture:     PC3 sound engine, complete with anti-aliased VA oscillators and KB3 Mode. Important synth and effects parameters can be accessed and adjusted via the PC3LE6’s front panel knobs and buttons – user settings can be captured and saved with a single button press. Supports loading PC3 programs
• Factory Presets:     PC3 sound set, including Base ROM, Orchestral, Classic Keys, String Section, General MIDI set and over 70 KB3 programs with total of over 800 programs
• Factory MIDI Setups:     256 factory programmed MIDI setups. Up to 2048 user programmable MIDI setups, each with 16 independent zones, effects, triggerable pattern-based “Riffs” and arpeggiator settings. Dozens of user-editable patterns for both pitch and velocity
• General MIDI:     Standard
• User Memory:     2048 locations for user created preset programs, songs and setups
• Sequencer:     16 tracks; 960 PPQ resolution. Song editing functions include both event and track-based tools like quantize, swing, remap, controller scaling and more. Controller chasing and quick “set song loop point” functions are also included
• Effects:     10 insert effects distributed over 10 busses, one auxiliary send; featuring over 500 of our award winning effects – reverbs, delays, chorus, flange, phaser, EQs, distortions, rotary speaker simulators, compressors, and more
• Controllers:     Pitch wheel, modulation wheel, 5 front panel knobs (15 virtual knobs with a two-tiered shift button), 7 front panel switches (momentary or toggle, software selectable), 2 switch pedal inputs, 1 continuous control pedal input and mono pressure. Controller values can be “captured” and stored as part of a program. In addition to all of these, the PCLE6 also features 8 backlit velocity-sensitive drum pads that can be used to trigger sounds, sequences, chords and arpeggiations
• Arpeggiator:     16 full-featured independent arpeggiators with multiple latch modes, selectable play order, velocity, duration, tempo, and sync functions as well as pre-recorded beats and musical phrases
• Riffs:     16 simultaneous “Riff” generators (used for triggering MIDI sequenced phrases, beats, or complete multi-track arrangments from notes on the keyboard and/or any on-board physical controller)
• Analog Outputs:     Two 1/4″ balanced TRS analog (24-bit DACs)
• Headphones:     1 rear panel 1/4″ headphone output
• Digital Outputs:     24-bit, stereo S/PDIF at 48K (internal clock)
• MIDI:     In, Out, Thru
• USB:     Host port for connecting a USB thumb-drive and a Device port that allows the PC3LE6 to load and save data directly to and from a computer, perform OS updates and send/receive MIDI over USB
• FREE OS Updates:     Flash ROM upgradeable via USB or thumb-drive

PC3LE6 Specifications

• Height:    (5.00″) (12.70 cm)
• Depth:    (14.50″) (36.83 cm)
• Length:    (41.50″) (105.41 cm)
• Weight:    (31.00 lb.) (14.06 kg)
• Power:     Internal AC power supply
• Automatic selection 90-250V AC operation

This may be the coolest DIY MIDI controller yet.

Markus Berger built this life-size MIDI organ controller for Native Instruments B4 virtual instrument:

The goal of this project was to build a MIDI Organ Controller to play and control the Native Instruments B4 (II) virtual organ software. Just like the software this project attempts to replicate the ‘real thing’—the classic Hammond B3—as much as possible. All of the software’s functionality known from the original instrument can be controlled from this controller. There is no need to take a look at the computer display or to control the software with the mouse or computer keyboard at any time.

Here are a set of video demos of the H-Pi Tonal Plexus microtonal keyboard.

The Tonal Plexus provides 211 keys per octave, allowing the finest discrete control of tuning expression ever available on a MIDI keyboard.

Infinite Response’s VAX77 is a very bizarre foldable MIDI control keyboard, set to be released at the upcoming 2009 NAMM Show.

It’s an interesting high-end portable MIDI controller, but at $2450, it’s also a premium MIDI controller.

Is it worth an extra two grand to have a foldable keyboard?

via CrunchGear

C-Thru Music has posted this teaser image of its AXiS-49 USB Music Interface. 

Here’s what they have to say about the alternative keyboard controller:

The AXiS-49 is a USB MIDI keyboard designed for home studio or tour bus use. We are at the prototyping stage. We hope to have the ‘49 available late in 2008 or early 2009.

The key mechanism is the same as the ‘64.

• AXiS-49 specification

Expected price is $500. If you’d like to be informed when it’s available please let us know.

At $500, this puts the keyboard within reach of a lot of musicians. I’d like to see them incorporate some ideas from other popular MIDI controllers, though, like a mod wheel and some function keys. 

What do you think of the AXiS-49 USB Music Interface? Will it be a game changer?

KeyStudio 49i
Driver version 1.7.2-4 offers several bug fixes and performance enhancements, as well as support for Mac OS X 10.5.4. The update is available immediately for PPC-based and Intel-based Mac computers running OS X 10.5.4 and 10.4.11.

Please note: Although KeyStudio 49i will function as a class-compliant device, driver installation provides advanced functionality such as multi-client operation, low-latency audio and compatibility with Pro Tools M-Powered 7.4.

MobilePre USB
The latest MobilePre USB Windows driver now officially supports Windows XP SP3 and Windows Vista 32-bit SP1.

Visit the driver download page

Controllerism 101: Moldover teaches you how to turn a simple and inexpensive MIDI keyboard into a custom audio controller.

Yamaha has introduced a collection of Yamaha Key designs for Milano Salone 2008, an international furniture design trade show and competition, based on the theme “key for you”.

According to the company, the designs use a Minimal Element/Maximum Effect concept.

Let me know what you think of these design concepts in the comments.

I’ve seen tons of virtual keyboards before, but never a commercial virtual MIDI keyboard.

Tanager Audioworks’ Chirp is a new application that turns your computer keyboard into a MIDI keyboard controller…..so you can play notes on your computer keyboard.

Chirp combines a photo?realistic keyboard interface, ten programmable trigger pads and several controls for easily entering pitch bend, modulation, sustain and note velocity data. The product works with any music or recording application requiring MIDI input or capable of sending MIDI note data.

Piano keys are mapped to specific computer keyboard keys; the user can define which keys on his or her laptop are to be used to input notes or chords. The programmable trigger pads can be assigned to any MIDI events, perfect for triggering drum sounds or just sending patch changes quickly for quick setup changes on stage. The mouse (or laptop glide pad) can be used to enter MIDI continuous controller information. Incoming MIDI data drives the keyboard as well.

“While Chirp certainly does not replace the need for a hardware keyboard controller, it provides songwriters and recording musicians with an attractive alternative for capturing musical inspiration when only a laptop is available” says Tanager AudioWorks President Scott Bausback.

The product is available for $39.99 as both an immediate download from the company’s website or as a shipped CD?ROM.

The K-series is comprised of three models: the K25, K49 and K61, with 25, 49 and 61 keys respectively. All feature a great keyboard feel and response, with four velocity curves and a convenient fixed velocity setting for playing organ and analog synthesizer sounds. Key Transpose and Octave Shift offer an extended note range, while Modulation and Pitch wheels allow for expressive playing and real-time control.

A variety of assignable performance controllers are provided in a logical layout, including two knobs, two switches, a slider and a footswitch jack. They can be used to manipulate a myriad of functions, allowing hands-on hardware access to virtually any software instrument parameter.

Korg’s proprietary ClickPoint controller can function in one of two modes: as an X/Y joystick (with Hold function) for expressive performance, or as a single-button mouse for direct computer control. Users can assign separate MIDI control changes to be sent to the X-axis (left/right) and Y-axis (forward/back), allowing intuitive control over two simultaneous parameters.

Each K-series model comes bundled with Korg’s M1 Le software synthesizer, a complete software version of the classic M1 Music Workstation. Popular for its distinctive sounds, the vintage M1 is now available as a stand-alone software synthesizer or as a plug-in (VST, Audio Units and RTAS formats) running within most popular sequencer and DAW applications. As a bonus, K-series users can upgrade at a special “Preferred Owner” price to the Korg Legacy Collection – Digital Edition, which comprises a significantly enhanced version of the M1 software synthesizer, the WAVESTATION v1.5 software synthesizer and the MDE-X v1.2 multi-effect plug-in.

Mac and Windows editor software is included with each K-series controller, making it easy to create, edit and manage “scenes” on the computer. Template scenes for popular music production programs and software synthesizers are also provided. Additionally, free demo versions of some popular software titles are included: the Korg Legacy Collection, Live-5 by Ableton, Lounge Lizard EP-3, Ultra Analog VA-1, and String Studio VS-1 from Applied Acoustic Systems and Reason 3.0 by Propellerhead.

The Korg K-series Controllers can be powered via a USB connection to a personal computer, or with an optional AC adapter.

The Korg K25 is available late February 2006; K49 is available late April; and K61 is available in June. U.S. MSRPs are TBA.

Purchasers in the U.S. who register new K-series products at korg.com will receive a certificate that extends the product warranty for an extra year from the date of purchase.

More information is available at the Korg site.

“The redesigned Oxygen 8 v2 features many updates that bring even more power to computer-based musicians. Extending these features to the Oxygen 61 and Oxygen 49 means more people can take advantage of the power and convenience these keyboards offer,” said M-Audio’s Adam Castillo.

The new Oxygen line builds on the legacy and popularity of M-Audio’s Oxygen8. The Oxygen 61 and Oxygen 49 feature 61-note and 49-note keyboards, respectively. Both offer a total of 35 MIDI controllers that are fully assignable to any MIDI parameters, including channel ID. These include nine sliders for software mixer volumes or drawbars on virtual tone-wheel organs; eight knobs for controlling synth, mixer and effects parameters; 15 buttons for triggering samples or video clips; pitch and mod wheels; and sustain pedal input. Six of the 15 buttons are configured as transport controls, but can be easily reassigned for any other MIDI functionality.

The redesigned Oxygen 8 v2 features 25 keys, eight MIDI-assignable knobs and six transport controls that are also fully MIDI programmable.

All three Oxygen controllers share a variety of common features. Dedicated front-panel function buttons allow easy access to common operations like preset up/down, octave up/down, and transpose up/down. The Controller Mute button prevents parameters from jumping when a controller is moved, while the Snapshot button follows up by transmitting all current settings.

Used in conjunction with the Advanced Function button, the keyboard doubles as a data-entry mechanism to program controller assignment and similar setup functions. The front-panel LCD provides the information needed for programming parameters at a glance. 10 non-volatile memory locations instantly save and recall presets—and users can manage an entire preset library on Mac or PC via SysEx dumps and our Enigma software editor/librarian (free to registered users).

The built-in USB MIDI interface provides bus power to the units and includes a MIDI output jack for controlling external hardware. All Oxygen models transmit a full complement of MIDI Data from variable controllers including MIDI control number, RPN/NRPN, program, bank LSB, bank MSB, pitch bend and GM/GM2/XG SysEx Messages. Similarly, all buttons and switches transmit note on, note on/off toggle, MIDI CC on/off toggle, program, bank LSB, bank MSB presets, MIDI Machine Control functions and GM/GM2/XG SysEx Messages.

Another hallmark of the entire Oxygen line as optimal mobile controllers is weight. The Oxygen 61 weighs in at 9 lbs, the Oxygen 49 is 7.5 lbs. and the Oxygen 8 v2 is just 4 lbs.

The Oxygen series is class-compliant under Windows XP and Mac OS X. On a Windows PC, minimum system requirements include a Pentium 3, 800 MHz or higher with 256 MB RAM, Direct X 9.0b or higher, and Windows XP (SP1) or higher (Windows 98, Me, NT, or 2000 not supported). On a Mac, minimum system requirements are a Macintosh G3 800/G4 733 MHz or higher with OS X 10.2.8 w/ 256 MB RAM, or OS X 10.3.4 or greater w/ 512 MB RAM (please note that CPU may be higher for laptops, and a native USB port is required; G3/G4 accelerator cards not supported).

The Oxygen 61 is $279.95 MSRP, the Oxygen 49 is $229.95 MSRP and the Oxygen 8 v2 is $179.95.

More information is available at the M-Audio site.

NAMM 2006 Winter Show: M-Audio

“Our new Axiom line delivers the most comprehensive control package for musicians who live in the software world,” says Adam Castillo, marketing director for M-Audio. “The combination of semi-weighted action, assignable aftertouch, trigger pads, dozens of assignable MIDI controllers, front-panel programming, 20 memories and Enigma editor/librarian support distinguish these models as flagships in our lines and in the industry.”

The Axiom 61, Axiom 49 and Axiom 25 offer 61, 49 and 25 keys, respectively, all with semi-weighted action with assignable aftertouch and keyboard zones. Each also features eight rubberized trigger pads borrowed from M-Audio’s popular Trigger Finger for easy creation of expressive drum tracks or firing audio/visual samples.

Eight endless rotary encoders assign to mixer controls like panning and effects sends, or to any synth parameters users want to control. The Axiom 61 and Axiom 49 have 9 sliders that can map to software mixer faders or the drawbars of virtual organs. All models feature MIDI-assignable pitch wheel, mod wheel, sustain pedal jack and expression pedal jack, as well as six transport controls that can alternately be assigned to any applicable MIDI parameter. The Axiom 61 and 49 also sport an additional 9 MIDI-assignable buttons.

All three Axiom models offer a backlit LCD screen for intuitive visual feedback. The Axiom 61 and Axiom 49 feature a 10-key pad and 15 dedicated function buttons for easy front-panel access to all programming functions. (The Axiom 25 uses a combination of 9 front-panel buttons and keybed functions for programming as employed on M-Audio Oxygen controllers.)

All three models feature 20 memory locations for storage of setups. They also support SysEx and compatibility with M-Audio’s free Enigma editor/librarian for unlimited patch storage and management via Mac and PC.

The Axiom line can derive power from the USB bus or an optional power supply. The built-in USB MIDI interface has both a USB 1.1 upstream port (Type B) and standard MIDI In and Out jacks for total MIDI connectivity.

Users can freely assign all on-board hardware controllers to any applicable MIDI parameters, including independent, zone or global MIDI channel assignment. All models transmit a full complement of MIDI data from variable controllers including MIDI Controller Number, RPN/NRPN, Program, Bank LSB, Bank MSB, Pitch Bend and GM/GM2/XG SysEx messages. All buttons and switches transmit Note On, Note On/Off toggle, MIDI CC On/Off toggle plus value increment and decrement, Program Change, Bank LSB, Bank MSB, MIDI Machine Control functions and GM/GM2/XG SysEx messages.

The Axiom series is class-compliant under Windows XP and Mac OS X. On a PC, minimum system requirements include a Pentium 3 800MHz (CPU may be higher for laptops) with 256 MB RAM and DirectX 9.0b or higher and Windows XP (SP2) or higher (Windows 98, Me, NT, or 2000 not supported). On a Mac, minimum system requirements include a Macintosh G3 800/G4 733 MHz or higher (CPU may be higher for laptops) running OS X 10.3.9 with 256 MB RAM, or OS X 10.4.2 or greater with 512 MB RAM (native USB port required; G3/G4 accelerator cards are not supported).

The Axiom 61 is $379.95; the Axiom 49 is $329.95; and the Axiom 25 is $239.95.

More information is available at the M-Audio site.

Creative Technology

The Prodikeys PC-MIDI features multimedia keyboard functions such as customizable HotKeys, media playback control, and enhanced F-keys functions, which enable easy access to frequently used applications and tasks on the PC. The HotKeys are customizable with the included HotKeys Manager software. The integrated music keys are embedded and protected under the keyboard palm rest which supports the wrists for typing comfortably. The Snap-On color faceplate feature also allows users options to customize the keyboard color.

Creative Prodikeys PC-MIDI comes with a suite of easy-to-use music software designed to let home users explore music making on the computer. Users can play with different instrument sounds, learn to play a song, and easily create and record music in MP3, WAV or WMA formats.

“Creative Prodikeys PC-MIDI is more than just a keyboard. It is an integrated solution that expands the functions of the PC, and takes digital music entertainment beyond the passive listening experience. Users can now learn to play a song they heard, and even create their own music for using as mobile phone ring tone, or background music for videos and photo slide shows,” said Sim Wong Hoo, chairman and CEO of Creative.

Creative Music Software

Creative Prodikeys PC-MIDI includes three simple and easy-to-use music software applications designed to let home users enjoy the fun of creating music on the computer:

• Mini Keyboard lets users explore playing with more than a hundred different instrument sounds on the computer.
• EasyNotes lets users learn to play songs easily by following the on-screen indicators.
• FunMix lets users create music easily by mixing different sound loops and save it as MP3, WAV or WMA file for using as mobile phone ring tones, or background music for videos or photo slide shows.
• More music content for the software can be downloaded from www.prodikeys.com.

The Creative Prodikeys PC-MIDI is MIDI-compatible and can also be used with any other third party MIDI software, such as Cubase and CakeWalk.

The Creative Prodikeys PC-MIDI is available for US$39.00.

More information is available at the Creative site.

The PCR1 is designed to be very lightweight, and features a supermodel-thin profile. It includes a basic set of MIDI controllers, standard-width piano keys and audio I/O.

With the PCR1, Edirol has focused on satisfying the most common needs of a mobile computer-based musician, providing controls for playing sounds, modifying settings and getting sound in and out of the computer.

The PCR1

Edirol has put a lot of thought into portability with the PCR-1, and it shows. It’s amazingly small and lightweight, but has keys and knobs that won’t cramp your hands.

Several features of the PCR1 are unique. The keyboard is shallow, about half the depth of standard piano keys. Edirol refers to this as Short-stroke Low-profile Impact Mechanism (SLIM), which makes it sound rather official. In reality, the keys are just not as tall as regular keys, reducing the overall height of the keyboard significantly. It’s important to note that the keys are the standard width and depth, unlike controllers like Korg’s MicroKontrol. This makes it easier to play for musicians used to standard keyboards.

In addition to the SLIM keyboard, Edirol provides a good selection of knobs and buttons. These are also optimized for portability. For example, the knobs are inset slightly into the controller, and are not as tall as typical controller knobs. This, combined with the SLIM keys, helps keep the overall height of the controller to just over 1 inch!

The knobs have a solid feel to them, and the spacing and positioning seems to be ideal. Eight knob controllers are provided along the top, and these can be used in combination with the Shift key to double the number available. A dedicated volume knob is also provided, something missing on many control keyboards.

The three-digit LED readout is no-frills, but is readable in rooms dark and bright. Its position, right in the center, is good, because your hands won’t obscure it when you’re using the controllers.

Some pianists may be frustrated by the SLIM action. Because the PCR1’s keys only travel about half the range of traditional keys, it is harder to control velocity when you play. This means that it’s tougher to control the volume of your playing in an expressive fashion with the PCR1 than with full-depth keyboards. This was mainly noticeable when using the PCR1 to control traditional sounds, like piano.

If there’s one place that Edirol’s optimization for portability feels like a real compromise, it’s the Pitch and Mod controllers. Instead of the wheels that you find on most controllers, the PCR1 uses a thin metal bar for the Mod control, and a toggle button for the Pitch controller.

These buttons work like switches, turning pitch-bend or modulation on and off. Unfortunately, they don’t offer any subtlety of control or gradation. For the Jan Hammers of this world, the PCR1’s Pitch and Mod controls will feel kludgy. For players that only make occasional use of them, they get the job done. It would be great to see a pressure-sensitive ribbon controller, like that found on Kurzweil keyboards, on the PCR1. That would offer better control, but keep the size down.

Bottom line? The PCR1 is optimized for portability, rather than playability, so users should compare the PCR1’s action and features to other portable computer music keyboard controllers, rather than traditional keyboards. Compared to other portable controllers, the PCR1 offers excellent portability while retaining the most important features of larger, heavier controllers.

In addition to the keyboard controller, Edirol provides sets of plastic overlays that can be used to label the controls. A printed set of overlays is provided for controlling GM2 synths. The second set has blank fields that can be filled in with an erasable marker. It would have been better to provide two blank sets; few users will use the GM2 set, and what’s the point of labeling on removable overlays, if you don’t have other overlays to put on?

Edirol also provides a gig-bag for the PCR1. This is a nice touch, and should meet the needs of users that want to keep their controller from getting crusty in the back of their car. For tougher travel, a heavy-duty bag would be recommended.

Connections

Edirol has kept the PCR1 simple and portable by limiting the connection options. It has stereo analog RCA inputs and outputs, a headphone output and a USB connection. Interestingly, the headphone jack doubles as a digital output jack. The connections provided give you everything you need to record and play back audio, play virtual instruments and control software settings, while keeping the weight down by leaving out more esoteric options.

The PCR1 gets its power from the host computer, eliminating the need for power cables or wall-warts. This, combined with its light weight and portability, mean that you can use it to make music anywhere you can take a laptop.

The audio I/O is through RCA connectors, so you may need adapters for some uses. The 24-bit/96kHz audio interface compares favorably to most typical sound cards, but is not a replacement for a dedicated audio interface. The interface is designed for line-levels, so if you want to record from mics or bass/guitar, you’ll need additional gear. The audio interface should be very handy for mobile users that want to get sound into the computer, but don’t want to lug around more gear.

Testing

Edirol supplies drivers to ensure compatibility with the most common operating systems, even going back to Mac OS 9 and Windows 98! We tested the PCR1 on Mac OS X and Windows 2000. We had no problems getting either system to recognize the device. The PCR1 worked well with all the virtual instruments we tested it with.

The PCR1 is flexible when it comes to MIDI control. Templates are provided for some of the most popular music applications, including Sonar, Pro Tools and Cubase.

You can also create and store custom settings for other MIDI programs. Programming MIDI controllers can be a little confusing, but the manual does a good job of laying out the process. Most users will probably use MIDI Learn within their application, but it’s good to know that the PCR1 gives you complete flexibility in assigning controls to each knob, in case you need this.

It’s easy to get up and running with the PCR1, but consulting the manual is needed to take advantage of its advanced features. Edirol provides an excellent 126-page manual that is profusely illustrated, well-written and explains everything you need to know.

Edirol also provides software for editing PCR1 configurations. The utility lets you assign MIDI controls to a graphic representation of the controller and then transfer the settings to the PCR1. For users that prefer to make assignment changes on their controller, this will come in handy.

We encountered no bugs or quirks when using the PCR1.

Summary

The PCR1 USB Audio Interface and MIDI Keyboard Controller is one of a new breed of controllers designed for mobile computer music making. The PCR1 is inexpensive, yet it offers everything musicians typically need for mobile music making. In addition to being a capable MIDI controller, the PCR1 adds a useful audio interface and a headphone jack.

Edirol has done an excellent job of considering the needs of laptop musicians. Because the PCR1 is optimized for portability, it should be compared to other mobile keyboard controllers, rather than traditional master keyboard controllers. The PCR1 is ideal for musicians, dj’s and other users that want a portable controller to use with virtual synths and sequencers.

Features

• Compact and light-weight design
• 25 full-width, velocity-sensitive keys
• 25 assignable controllers
• 16 control-map locations
• 24-bit/96kHz RCA input & outputs
• USB Buss-Powered
• 1/8″ Headphone/ S/P DIF Optical output

Specifications

Audio Record & Playback Channels

• Record: 1 pair of stereo
• Playback: 1 pair of stereo
• Full duplex (except for 96 kHz setting)

Signal Processing

• AD/DA Conversion: 24 bits
• PC interface: 24 bits

Sampling Rate

• 44.1/48/96 kHz

Nominal Input Level

• -10 dBu

Input Impedance

• 27 k ohms

Nominal Output Level

• -10 dBu

Output Impedance

• 1 k ohms

Connectors

• USB connector:Type B
• Line Input jacks (L, R): RCA phono type
• Line Output jacks (L, R): RCA phono type
• Headphones jack: Stereo miniature phone type
• Digital Output connector: Optical type

Keyboard

• 25 Keys (with velocity)

Controllers

• Master Volume Knob
• Memory Button
• MIDI Channel Button
• Shift Button
• Octave Shift Buttons (+/-)
• Transpose Button
• Assignable Buttons (B1–6)
• Pitch Bend Switch
• Modulation Switch
• Assignable Rotary Volume Knobs (R1–8)

Display

• 7 segments, 3 characters (LED)

Rear Panel

• Input Level Knob
• Power Supply
• USB Bus Power

Current Draw

• 400 mA

Dimensions

• 450(W) x 220(D) x 28(H) mm
• 17-3/4 (W) x 8-11/16 (D) x 1-1/8 (H) inches

Weight

• 1.5 kg / 3 lbs 5 oz

Accessories

• CD-ROM
• USB Cable
• Owner’s Manual
• Template Sheets (GM2, BLANK)

System Requirements

Macintosh

• Operating System: MacOS 9.x, and OS X
• Computer: USB ready Apple Macintosh
• CPU/clock: PowerPC G3/233 MHz or higher
• Memory (RAM): 64 MB or more
• OMS 2.3.3 or later. FreeMIDI 1.35 or later
• For MacOS 8.5, 8.6, 9.x. Plug and play on MacOS X.

Windows

• Operating System: Microsoft Windows Me/98/98SE/2000/XP
• Computer: Windows compatible equipped with a USB port *
• CPU/clock: CPU/clock: Intel Pentium Cerelon or Intel compatible Processor/600 MHz or higher
• Memory (RAM): 64 MB or more
• USB Chipset: Intel’s USB chipset is recommended

* Must have a compatible USB host controller.