KVR Audio

toine6 · Post by **toine6** » Mon Sep 13, 2004 4:35 am

Here's one for ya.

The Keystation 49e is the perfect USB MIDI controller keyboard for getting started with music on your Mac. Class-compliancy with OS X mean true plug-and-play operation and the included Maximum Audio Tools software bundle is designed to get you playing immediately. Despite its simplicity, the Keystation 49e includes a 49-note full-size, velocity-sensitive keyboard for authentic playing experience, as well as built-in MIDI interface, pitch and modulation wheels, and sustain pedal input. This sleek, compact keyboard is USB bus-powered, requiring no external power supply. Compatible with most educational and studio software, the affordable Keystation 49e is the perfect companion with which to begin your musical journey.

$99.95 http://www.zzounds.com/item--MDOKEYSTAT49

or get the 61 key version for $169.95 http://www.audiomidi.com/common/cfm/pro ... m?pid=5259

Oh and I checked and there are new Windows XP drivers on MAudio's site.

BitFlipper · Post by **BitFlipper** » Mon Sep 13, 2004 4:47 am

I have the Edirol PCR-50 keyboard and very happy with it. USB interface and USB powered, so no extra power supply required. Too many features to list, go check it out here:

http://www.edirol.com/products/info/pcr50.html (PCR-50)
http://www.edirol.com/products/info/pcr30.html (PCR-30)

The PCR-50 goes for about $230 but you can also get the PCR-30 for about $180.

Hope that helps
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One · Post by **One** » Mon Sep 13, 2004 5:12 am

Just do a Froogle for Edirol PCR-50 it becomes clear what the bottom price out there is real quick.

I found Edirol to be the best in the low end after a long bit of research. Spend a little extra and get the PCR-50 that has plenty of keys for almost anyone. It looks cool too! The plastic on alot of the other low end controllers has a real cheap feel IMO.

BitFlipper · Post by **BitFlipper** » Mon Sep 13, 2004 3:49 pm

I saw the Edirol PCR-50 for $199 over here:

http://www.genesis-technologies.com/pid ... ID=7965003

Which is just within your budged range. You can't go wrong.

Edit: I just noticed they are focussing on students. Not sure if you need some sort of student proof to buy from them or not. Worst case, I did see the PCR-50 for $220 at other places, which is still a good deal if you ask me.

BitFlipper

moldofunker · Post by **moldofunker** » Mon Sep 13, 2004 4:06 pm

Or you can buy the pcr-50 from e-bay. But not from "clarionbiz", he sold me one for $198 3 weeks ago and i'm still waiting for it

. But if you're in the US i guess it should work faster.

ps: the pcr-50 is by far the best choice, i did some research too

Orbitutle · Post by **Orbitutle** » Mon Sep 13, 2004 4:36 pm

I've got the biggest model of radium and it's okay. The Velocity sens isn't very good but otherwise it's an ok controler.

SeanyK · Post by **SeanyK** » Mon Sep 13, 2004 4:41 pm

You want something with 61 keys really, as I dont know about anyone else, but personally, I cant play properly without using both hands, and with a 49key you will struggle to get the sounds you want.

All personal opinion of course.

I've just bought a M-Audio Radium61.

Cost me £145, which is probably about $200.

Its bound to be more expensive here though, so shop around in the US and it will be cheaper.
After all, I got mine from (rip off) Britain

WilliamK · Post by **WilliamK** » Mon Sep 13, 2004 4:45 pm

DevonB wrote:No knock to Uncadave, but I found the feel of the Oxygen8 to be very cheap. Devon

Me too. If you like to play silly patterns, it is good, but for serious solos and that "musician" touch. Go with the M-Audio Keystation 61es. The keys are semi-weighted, and the price is "ok"

Wk

theshaggyfreak · Post by **theshaggyfreak** » Mon Sep 13, 2004 5:21 pm

I have the Edirol PCR-A30, and I love it. I tried out all the Midiman controllers, and they just didn't feel as solid to me as the Edirol products. I also have an older Kaysound 49key controller that I use as well.

WilliamK · Post by **WilliamK** » Mon Sep 13, 2004 5:26 pm

theshaggyfreak wrote:I have the Edirol PCR-A30, and I love it. I tried out all the Midiman controllers, and they just didn't feel as solid to me as the Edirol products. I also have an older Kaysound 49key controller that I use as well.

Just a quick note, the M-Audio Key 61es was just released. I got the first one here in my area.

Wk

smart · Post by **smart** » Mon Sep 13, 2004 5:34 pm

I agree about the Oxygen8. It's sweet for tapping on some keys and tweaking some knobs, but you can't play it really. I mean, of course you can't play a 2 octave keyboard

but the keys aren't great either. It's really just designed for tapping and tweaking, and IMO it does a great job for that. I got it because I was looking at getting a knob box, and grabbed this for it's 8 knobs and a few keys to tap on my desk. I would love one of the new M-Audio Keystation Pro 88 for the real controller

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