M-Audio Axiom Advanced USB MIDI Keyboard Controllers

Introducing Axiom Advanced USB MIDI Keyboard Controllers

Featuring enhanced keyboard action, an intuitive UI, and DirectLink DAW integration.

The new Axiom USB MIDI keyboard controller series features 25-, 49-, and 61-key models. Building on the comprehensive feature set that popularized the original Axiom series, new features and highlights include an enhanced semi-weighted keyboard action, an updated, ergonomic design that provides greater visibility and access to performance controls, and DirectLink technology, which automatically maps the keyboard’s controls to mixer and virtual instrument parameters in popular digital audio workstations.

The M-Audio Axiom keyboard controllers combine all the production power and performance you need to get the most from your music software and MIDI gear. More than just “data entry” controllers, the Axiom series 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. The new Axiom keyboard design even features a sleek, angled top panel for easy viewing in any environment.

The M-Audio® Axiom® 61 controller

Top Features

61 piano-style, semi-weighted keys > musically satisfying playing experience
9 mixer-style faders and 8 smooth rotary encoders > hands-on control over your DAW
angled top panel and centrally positioned LCD > better ergonomics on stage and in the studio
DirectLink mode > automatically map onboard controls to DAW mixer parameters—no complex setup required
Axiom Instrument Maps > instant access to virtual instrument parameters for a hardware synth-like experience

The M-Audio® Axiom® 61 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 61 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 61 even features a sleek, angled top panel for easy viewing in any environment.

* For a complete list of compatible DAW applications and a description of how DirectLink mode works with each, visit www.m-audio.com/directlink.

Full Features

61-key velocity-sensitive semi-weighted-action keyboard with assignable aftertouch
DirectLink mode automatically maps faders, buttons, and encoders to common DAW and virtual instrument parameters*
dedicated Instrument mode button lets you instantly switch between controlling mixer and virtual instrument parameters*
intuitive custom LCD display, centered on keyboard for optimum visibility
angled top panel for easy viewing in any environment
4 zone buttons for stacking and splitting sounds on up to 4 MIDI channels
8 assignable trigger pads
8 assignable rotary encoder knobs
9 assignable faders
9 assignable buttons with LED lights for DAW feedback
6 dedicated transport controls with LED lights for DAW feedback
6 edit buttons
dedicated track up/down, bank , mute, and solo buttons
dedicated patch +/– buttons
assignable pitch bend and modulation wheels
octave up/down; transpose up/down
factory presets map controls to popular music software:

Xpand!®2
Hybrid™
Velvet®
Strike®
Oddity
ImpOSCar
Minimonsta

20 non-volatile memory locations
memory dump via SysEx
4 keybed velocity curves and 3 fixed velocity settings
4 pad velocity curves, 3 fixed settings, and unique ‘step’ velocity curves
2 assignable pedal inputs
class-compliant with Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, and Mac OS X
powered via USB or optional power supply
built-in USB MIDI interface including standard MIDI In and Out jacks
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