M-AUDIO / Keystation 61 MK3 MIDI Keyboard

Lightweight, simple, and compact. It comes with a DAW and sound source software, so even beginners can start making music right away. It's plug-and-play, so no installation is required. Just connect and you're ready to go.

■MIDI Keyboard
■61 Keys

The Keystation 61 MK3 is the latest model in the globally popular Keystation series, a velocity-sensitive, semi-weighted, 61-key USB MIDI keyboard. It transforms your Mac, PC, or iOS device into a versatile keyboard workstation, allowing you to seamlessly begin composing and performing on your computer.

Simple Software Operation
The M-Audio Keystation 61 MK3 is the successor to the globally popular Keystation 61 MK2. This groundbreaking upgrade will free you from the limitations of computer-based music production and performance. A simple MIDI controller for beginners and professionals alike, it's designed for music sequencing and virtual instrument performance on Windows and Mac. The Keystation 61 MK3 is a semi-weighted, full-size, velocity-sensitive keyboard with 61 full-size keys, offering a wide range of performance and expression, improving your recording workflow.

[Keyboard]
Number of Keys: 61
Keyboard Type: Semi-weighted, Velocity-Sensitive

[Controls]
・Transport Buttons (Play, Stop, Record)
・D-Pad & Enter Key (Assignable)
・Volume Fader x 1 (Assignable)
・Pitch Wheel, Modulation Wheel (Assignable)

[External Connections]
・USB (Plug-and-Play, Bus-Powered)
・MIDI OUT
・Compatible with Apple Camera Connection Kit (Sold Separately)

[Included Software]
・Ableton Live Lite (DAW)
・AIR Music Tech Mini Grand (Piano Sound Module)
・AIR Music Tech Velvet (Electric Piano Sound Module)
・AIR Music Tech Xpand!2 (Multi-Synth Sound Module)

■Keystation 61 MK3 Main Features
・61-key full-size, velocity-sensitive, semi-weighted keyboard
・USB-MIDI connection : Supports playing virtual instruments, controlling DAWs, and more
- 5-pin MIDI output for connecting to hardware synths and other sound sources
- Transport buttons and directional pads ideal for DAW operation
- Volume faders for controlling plug-in parameters
- Ergonomically designed pitch/modulation wheels
- Faders, buttons, and pitch/modulation wheels can be freely assigned to DAW and plug-in parameters
- Compact design fits perfectly in the studio or on stage
- USB bus-powered, plug-and-play compatible with Windows and Mac; no drivers required
- Connects to iOS devices via the Apple Camera Connection Kit (sold separately)
- Includes AIR Music Tech Mini Grand: Includes seven acoustic piano sounds
- Includes AIR Music Tech Velvet: Includes five sounds reminiscent of 60s and 70s electric pianos
- Includes AIR Music Tech Xpand!2: Multitimbral all-in-one workstation
- Dimensions (W x H x D): Approx. 995 x 68 x 189mm
Weight: Approximately 4.1kg

About MIDI Output
The current latest version is Manual Version 1.1. Please refer to the last page of the included manual for the version number.
Keystation 61 MK3 Product Manual Version 1.1

In Version 1.1, the MIDI output specifications are different.
By default (when the unit is powered on), all control data is sent via the USB output. To enable the 5-pin MIDI OUT, follow the steps below.

1. Press the Advanced button to enter Edit mode.
2. Press the black key for ""MIDI OUT.""
3. Then press the white key for ""EDNTER"" to confirm.
4. The keyboard will now be able to send MIDI data to connected devices via the MIDI OUT connector.

To use MIDI output, select Keystation USB-MIDI Out as your sequencer's MIDI output device.