EV MK461C

61-Key Advanced Mobile MIDI Controller

The Evolution MK-461C is a 5-octave USB MIDI controller ideal for both computer-based and standalone MIDI control applications. It features 9 assignable 35mm sliders, 12 assignable rotary knobs, 10 assignable buttons and 61 full-size touch sensitive keys-perfect for controlling today's virtual studios. The MK-461C's sustain pedal, pitch bend and modulation wheels are all fully assignable too-a total of 30 assignable controllers. The MK-461C has 10 memory locations to store your configurations-and it comes already set up for your favorite music software. The keypad and backlit LCD allow you to program while you play-an Evolution exclusive. In drawbar mode Evolution's MK-461C makes playing products like Native Instruments' B4 and authentic experience. USB powered design allows you to make music with your laptop anytime, anywhere. Evolution MK-461C at a Glance:

• 61 full-size touch-sensitive keys.
• 34 assignable MIDI controllers.
• 12 knobs, 9 faders, 10 buttons.
• 10 memory locations.
• Keypad and backlit LCD for data entry.

More Control Just about everything onthe Evolution MK-461C is an assignable controller-including knobs, faders, buttons, pitch wheel, mod wheel, and sustain pedal input. You can even trigger specific MIDI notes from assigned buttons. More Playability One touch of the MK-461C's smooth, solid action will tell you that Evolution hasn't forgotten that keyboards are also meant to be played. 12 different velocity curves let you choose the response that's perfect for your touch. The MK-461C's slide controls are high-quality Alps faders. More Performance/Programming Features Program while you play using the MK-461C's unique keypad entry method-complete with dedicated function buttons, inc/dec controls and 10 memory presets. Organ Drawbar mode reverses the faders to respond just like the real thing. Controller Mute allows you to preadjust controller positions without sending data, then use Snapshot to send all current settings at once. More Intuitive The Evolution MK-461C controller is USB class compliant, making installation as simple as plug-and-play.The MK-461C's large LCD panels provide for words and graphics that numeric displays alone can't touch. You also get presets set up to control popular music software right out of the box. More Value Note for note, all this adds up to more features for the dollar. All Evolution keyboards even come bundled with free software to get you started-including a VST sequencer for PC. Evolution MK-461C Compatibility:

• Windows XP and OS X class-compliant
• VST
• OMS
• DXi
• Windows 98/ME/2000/XP
• Pentium II 300MHz; 128MB RAM
• USB port
• Approved MME or ASIO compliant soundcard
• iMac, G3 or better with USB
• OS 9 or OS X

The new Evolution MK-461C by M-Audio is one of the most advanced mobile USB MIDI controllers money can buy-yet at a price you can afford. If you're looking for the most musical MIDI control you can get, check out the Evolution MK-461C. Evolution MK-461C Features:

• 61 full-size touch sensitive keys.
• 9 assignable 35mm Alps sliders.
• 12 assignable rotary knobs.
• 10 assignable buttons.
• Transposition for 10 octave access.
• Assignable pitch bend, modulation wheel and sustain pedal input.
• Total of 34 assignable controllers, each with independent channel assign.
• Controller mute function allows positioning before tweaking.
• Snapshot mode sends all controller values simultaneously.
• Drawbar mode for sliders allows realistic control of classic organ sounds.
• 10 memory locations preconfigured for popular software.
• Keypad and backlit LCD for data entry while you play.
• Global channel assign allows controllers to command up to 16 different channels at the touch of a button.
• RPN/NRPN and pre-programmed sys-ex messages for SoundBlaster, XG and GM-compatible soundcards.
• MIDI Out delivers MIDI from keyboard or computer.
• Powered via USB or optional power supply.
• Class compliant-no drivers required using Windows XP or Mac OSX.
• Sys-ex memory dump.
• Operates with music software or standalone with MIDI gear.
• Sys-ex librarian software loads, saves any combination of setups for your studio (PC only).