product guide - M-Audio
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PRODUCT GUIDE 2009<br />
46<br />
MIDI CONTROLLERS / DIGITAL PIANOS<br />
Axiom Pro 61<br />
Advanced 61-Key USB MIDI Controller with HyperControl Technology<br />
Axiom Pro 49<br />
Advanced 49-Key USB MIDI Controller with HyperControl Technology<br />
Axiom Pro 25<br />
Advanced 25-Key USB MIDI Controller with HyperControl Technology<br />
Shared Features<br />
TruTouch semi-weighted, piano-style, professional-action keybed<br />
proprietary HyperControl MIDI mapping and host control<br />
automatically maps controllers to popular DAWs and software<br />
instruments—and maintains a constant live link between them<br />
compatible with DAW software including Pro Tools,<br />
Cubase, Logic and Reason systems*<br />
graphic LCD groups and names controls modularly with 4 dedicated profi les<br />
per group for easy recall<br />
*Visit m-audio.com for a complete list of compatible host programs and supported versions.<br />
• 8 rotary encoders<br />
• 8 velocity-sensitive pads<br />
• 6 transport buttons<br />
• 4 function keys<br />
• 9 sliders<br />
• 9 buttons<br />
• 8 rotary encoders<br />
• 8 velocity-sensitive pads<br />
• 12 keypad-style buttons<br />
• 6 transport buttons<br />
• 7 function keys<br />
• 9 sliders<br />
• 9 buttons<br />
• 8 rotary encoders<br />
• 8 velocity-sensitive pads<br />
• 12 keypad-style buttons<br />
• 6 transport buttons<br />
• 7 function keys<br />
dedicated button toggles between Mixer and Instrument control modes<br />
Transport-only mode option enables DAW transport control and<br />
track navigation combined with user MIDI controller mappings<br />
ASCII messages for DAW keyboard shortcuts<br />
50 onboard memory locations<br />
USB bus-powered<br />
MIDI Out and MIDI In port for extended external connectivity<br />
4 programmable keyboard zones<br />
Axiom Pro MIDI Controllers<br />
M-<strong>Audio</strong> ® Axiom ® Pro USB MIDI keyboard controllers build on the acclaimed Axiom series with premium TruTouch action, proprietary HyperControl MIDI mapping<br />
technology and other cutting-edge enhancements. HyperControl automatically maps the keyboard’s controls to commonly accessed parameters in DAWs including Pro<br />
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<br />
your software’s active parameters. The intuitive graphic LCD constantly updates the current values, which ensures seamless editing and prevents parameter jumps—even<br />
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. Save<br />
settings to 50 memory locations—each with four profi les of quick recall via the intuitive graphic LCD. Now you can control your entire session right from your Axiom Pro.<br />
Enhanced DAW Integration with HyperControl Technology<br />
Thanks to revolutionary M-<strong>Audio</strong> HyperControl technology, your Axiom Pro will<br />
automatically map to commonly used parameters of popular software<br />
instruments and digital audio workstations including Pro Tools,<br />
Cubase, Logic and Reason* systems. HyperControl updates the<br />
virtual instrument or track parameter mappings of each control in<br />
real time as you sequence—it doesn’t get any easier.<br />
Expressive Playability<br />
With great feel in a lightweight chassis, the Axiom Pro<br />
controllers provide a new level of creative inspiration. The<br />
M-<strong>Audio</strong> TruTouch keybed combines professional semiweighted<br />
action with advanced high-speed keybed scanning<br />
technology for an ultra-expressive playing experience.<br />
Keyboard Shortcuts<br />
The Axiom Pro keyboard controller line is the fi rst to combine MIDI<br />
control with ASCII keystrokes. You can assign any button on Axiom<br />
Pro to send ASCII messages accessing any of the available QWERTY<br />
keyboard shortcuts within your host DAW. Imagine the possibilities with Copy,<br />
Paste, Duplicate, New Track—anything you want to assign.<br />
Complete MIDI Control<br />
Axiom Pro 61 and Axiom Pro 49 have an amazing 64 MIDI-assignable<br />
controls, while Axiom Pro 25 features 31 MIDI-assignable controls—<br />
putting complete session control in one place. The eight velocitysensitive<br />
trigger pads integrate acclaimed M-<strong>Audio</strong> Trigger Finger<br />
technology for laying down rhythm tracks or triggering loops and<br />
samples. Smoothly control parameters like fi lters, EQ and<br />
panning with the eight non-detented rotary encoder knobs.<br />
The nine 40mm sliders (Axiom Pro 61 and 49 only) feature<br />
auto-mute to prevent jumping—ideal for controlling mixes, virtual<br />
organ drawbars and more. In addition to USB connectivity, you’ll<br />
also fi nd traditional MIDI In and MIDI Out ports for connecting<br />
external MIDI devices.<br />
DAW Transport and Track Navigation<br />
The six dedicated transport buttons on the Axiom Pro controllers give you<br />
immediate hands-on access to all of your host DAW’s playback and<br />
recording controls. Unlike other all-or-nothing systems, Axiom<br />
Pro also features a transport-only mode. This option lets you<br />
access DAW transports and track navigation via HyperControl<br />
technology, while creating and controlling your own custom<br />
MIDI assignments for the trigger pads, buttons, sliders and<br />
encoders.<br />
The Ultimate Pro Tools Keyboard Controller<br />
Whether you are working on a Pro Tools M-Powered,<br />
Pro Tools LE ® or Pro Tools|HD ® system, the Axiom Pro<br />
MIDI controllers set a new standard for Pro Tools keyboard<br />
control. Advanced M-<strong>Audio</strong> HyperControl technology puts<br />
instant access to all of your Pro Tools parameters at your<br />
fi ngertips—including mixing, individual track functionality, and<br />
unparalleled control of virtual instruments such as Xpand! ® , Strike<br />
and Hybrid.<br />
HyperControl—The Most Advanced, Intuitive Real-Time Link with Your Software<br />
While other controllers offer mapping, only the M-<strong>Audio</strong> Axiom Pro line has HyperControl technology. HyperControl synchronizes Axiom Pro with your DAW, ensuring<br />
that your hardware and software collaborate to form a single work environment. The technology utilizes the Axiom Pro graphic LCD to group software controls together<br />
in a modular fashion. Controls are continually updated to refl ect the mapped parameters. A dedicated button toggles between Mixer and Instrument modes for instant<br />
hands-on control of all of your software’s functionality. Dedicated Track buttons allow sequential navigation of your mixer and instantaneous mapping of software<br />
instruments within the selected track. You can even control software instruments without opening them.<br />
graphic<br />
representation<br />
of current<br />
parameter<br />
values<br />
selected track name<br />
selected parameter and d value l<br />
selected module<br />
menus and options accessed<br />
via softkeys 1-4<br />
track names, parameters,<br />
or current controller<br />
assignment<br />
toggle between DAW mixer and<br />
plug-in modes to control mixing<br />
or plug-in parameters<br />
navigate through DAW track list<br />
or mixer channels<br />
For a closer look at HyperControl<br />
technology, see pages 8-9 in the<br />
artist section of this magazine.<br />
mute or solo<br />
selected track<br />
select and navigate through<br />
DAW and plug-in modules<br />
scroll through plug-in patches<br />
to fi nd the one you need<br />
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PRODUCT GUIDE 2009 MIDI CONTROL
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