Korg Keystage 49

Korg Keystage 49

The Keystage from KORG is the ultimate MIDI keyboard for live and studio applications. Its 49-key semi-weighted keyboard offers velocity response, channel and polyphonic aftertouch as well as MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression) compatibility. Thanks to its support for the MIDI 2.0 standard, the Keystage can also communicate bi-directionally with software and hardware instruments. In this way, for example, when using MIDI 2.0-compatible instruments, their most important parameters are automatically mapped to the Keystage's eight knobs. In addition, the names of these parameters and their values are shown on the OLED displays below the respective controls and synchronized in real time. As the Keystage is downwards compatible, it can also be used to control classic MIDI devices that do not yet support the MIDI 2.0 standard. The Keystage is compatible with most common DAWs and also offers particularly deep integration with KORG Gadget and Ableton Live. Thanks to the internal USB audio interface, it can also be easily connected to a computer and a sound system without additional peripherals, which is invaluable when used live. Also on board are a sophisticated arpeggiator and an inspiring chord mode, which can be used to call up previously defined chords via individual keys. The slim and lightweight housing makes it easy to transport, but at the same time provides the necessary stability for the often grueling everyday life on stage. The scope of delivery includes a practical accessory tray that can be attached at two different angles and offers sufficient space for smart devices or a tablet. The included software package includes the KORG Gadget Producer Bundle, wavestate native LE and Ableton Live 11 Lite.

• Versatile MIDI controller with MIDI 2.0 support
• Bi-directional communication with MIDI 2.0-capable hardware and software instruments
• 49 semi-weighted keys with velocity, channel or polyphonic aftertouch and MPE support
• 8 dedicated knobs with their own OLED displays for manipulating and displaying parameters
• Transport buttons for remote control of almost all common DAWs: Ableton Live (official integration), KORG Gadget (official integration), Logic, FL Studio, Cubase, Studio One, Digital Performer, Pro Tools, Cakewalk, GarageBand
• Integrated USB audio interface (44.1 kHz, 16 bit) with dedicated volume control
• Backwards compatible with conventional MIDI devices without MIDI 2.0 support
• Pitch bend and modulation wheel
• Octave button
• Main display: OLED
• 16 scenes
• Arpeggiator with 20 rhythm patterns
• Chord mode with 32 preset sets and 32 user sets
• Removable accessory tray, can be mounted at two different angles
• Connections: USB (type B), MIDI IN/OUT, EXPRESSION, DAMPER, AUDIO OUT (L/Mono, R), headphones
• Power supply: USB or optional 9V power supply (KORG KA-350), not included
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 814 mm x 234 mm x 82 mm
• Weight: 4.2 kg
• USB cable (type A type B) and comprehensive software package incl. Gadget Producer Suite, wavestate native LE and Ableton Live 11 Lite included in delivery

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