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M-Audio 102432 Keystation Mini 32-Key MIDI Controller

★★★★★4.2 (1703 reviews)

Unleash Your Musical Creativity with the M-Audio Keystation Mini 32The M-Audio Keystation Mini 32 is a compact and portable MIDI controller perfect for musicians on the go. Featuring velocity-sensitive keys and assignable controls, it allows you to easily create and perform music with your favori...

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Overview

Unleash Your Musical Creativity with the M-Audio Keystation Mini 32

The M-Audio Keystation Mini 32 is a compact and portable MIDI controller perfect for musicians on the go. Featuring velocity-sensitive keys and assignable controls, it allows you to easily create and perform music with your favorite software. Its USB-powered design ensures easy connectivity and seamless integration with your Mac, PC, or iOS devices.

  • Keys: 32 velocity-sensitive mini keys
  • Controls: Octave/Data Buttons, Octave Transpose, Program Change, Bank LSB, Bank MSB, Channel, Tuning, Volume Knob, Modulation Button, Pitch Bend Buttons, Sustain Button, Edit Button
  • Connectivity: USB-MIDI, iOS compatibility via Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit (sold separately)
  • Software: AIR Music Technology's Ignite, Ableton Live Lite
  • Power: USB-powered
  • Dimensions: 16.46” x 4.13” x 0.78”
  • Weight: 1 lb

Key Features

61 full-size, synth-action velocity-sensitive keys

Pitch bend and modulation wheels provide dynamic performance capabilities

Transport controls let you control your DAW without reaching for the mouse

6.3mm (1/4-inch) sustain pedal input for expressive performance

Now Includes Pro Tools | First and Eleven Lite for all new and existing customers, as well as SONiVOX Eighty-Eight Ensemble

Specifications

Key Count
61
Key Type
Full-size, Synth-action, Velocity-sensitive
Controls
Pitch Bend Wheel, Modulation Wheel, Transport Controls
Inputs
6.3mm (1/4-inch) sustain pedal input
Included Software
Pro Tools | First, Eleven Lite, SONiVOX Eighty-Eight Ensemble

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Features 61 full-size, synth-action, velocity-sensitive keys for expressive and dynamic playing.
  • Includes pitch bend and modulation wheels, providing comprehensive control over performance dynamics.
  • Transport controls allow direct operation of a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) without needing a mouse.
  • Equipped with a 6.3mm (1/4-inch) sustain pedal input for enhanced expressive performance.
  • Comes bundled with Pro Tools | First, Eleven Lite, and SONiVOX Eighty-Eight Ensemble, offering immediate software tools.

👎 Cons

  • As a MIDI controller, it does not produce its own sounds and requires connection to a computer or sound module.
  • The "synth-action" keys, while velocity-sensitive, do not emulate the weighted feel of a real piano, which might not suit all players.
  • Relies on a computer or external device for power and sound generation, adding to setup complexity.
  • The included software bundle, while valuable, may already be owned by some users, making it redundant.
  • The 61-key layout is smaller than a full 88-key piano, potentially limiting advanced piano-style performances.

Frequently Asked Questions

No, the M-Audio Keystation is a MIDI controller, meaning it sends MIDI data to control software instruments or external sound modules; it does not produce its own sounds.
Velocity-sensitive keys respond to how hard or soft you press them, allowing for dynamic and expressive performances where the volume and character of the sound change with your playing.
Yes, the controller features a 6.3mm (1/4-inch) sustain pedal input, allowing you to connect a sustain pedal for more expressive performances.
This MIDI controller includes Pro Tools | First and Eleven Lite for music production and virtual instruments, as well as SONiVOX Eighty-Eight Ensemble, providing a comprehensive set of tools to start creating music.
The transport controls on the M-Audio Keystation Mini allow you to control common DAW functions like play, stop, record, and rewind directly from the keyboard, reducing the need to interact with your computer's mouse.

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