M-Audio Evolution MK-425C MIDI controller

The Evolution MK-425C is a 2-octave USB MIDI controller that's small enough to put in a backpack with your laptop. 8 assignable rotary knobs, 10 assignable buttons and 25 full-size touch sensitive keys make it a perfect compliment for controlling software like Reason and Live. The sustain pedal, pitch bend and modulation wheels are all fully assignable too-a total of 21 assignable controllers. The MK-425C has 10 memory locations to store your configurations-and it comes already set up for your favorite music software. The keypad and backlit LCD even allow you to program while you play-an Evolution exclusive. USB powered design allows you to make music with your laptop anytime, anywhere.

Features:

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• 25 full-size touch sensitive keys

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• 8 assignable rotary knobs

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• 10 assignable buttons

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• transposition for 10 octave access

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• assignable pitch bend, modulation wheel and sustain pedal input

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• total of 21 assignable controllers, each with independent channel assign

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• controller mute function allows positioning before tweaking

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• snapshot mode sends all controller values simultaneously

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• drawbar mode for sliders allows realistic control of classic organ sounds

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• 10 memory locations preconfigured for popular software

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• keypad and backlit LCD for data entry while you play

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• global channel assign allows controllers to command up to 16 different channels at the touch of a button

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• RPN/NRPN and pre-programmed sys-ex messages for SoundBlaster, XG and GM-compatible soundcards

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• MIDI Out delivers MIDI from keyboard or computer

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• powered via USB or optional power supply

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• class compliant-no drivers required using Windows XP or Mac OSX

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• sys-ex memory dump

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• operates with music software or standalone with MIDI gear

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• sys-ex librarian software loads, saves any combination of setups for your studio (PC only)