M-Audio Keystation 61 MK3

The M-Audio Keystation 61 MK3 MIDI keyboard controller features a total of 61 full-size, velocity-sensitive keys, letting you play virtual instruments. You'll also find several buttons for controlling your recording software without needing to reach for your mouse or keyboard. You can also use buttons to adjust octaves, a volume slider, modulation and pitch bend wheels, and more. Its compact design and easy USB power supply make the keyboard an ideal tool for both home studios and travel setups. The keyboard offers a functional interface for controlling your DAW, virtual instruments, and plugins without using a mouse. It is fully compatible with Windows, macOS and iOS (via an adapter). It comes with a rich software package including a DAW, virtual instruments and educational apps.

M-Audio Keystation 61 MK3 – A controller with everything

The Keystation 61 is compact and durable, so you'll appreciate it if you often travel for live performances or want an intuitive MIDI controller in your studio. USB power and USB-MIDI support make it even easier to use. The included software suite, featuring Ableton Live Lite, AIR Music's Xpand!2 and more, provides you with a wealth of effects, sounds, modulations and other functions, so you won't need to look for anything else.

Design and controls

The Keystation 61 MK3 keyboard offers full-size, dynamic keys in a compact body that fits into any studio. It is designed to offer maximum features in minimum space. Its lightweight design makes it ideal for travel. The Keystation 61 MK3 offers standard controls, including directional buttons, transport functions (play, stop, record, rewind) and assignable controllers. The pitch and modulation wheels are ergonomically placed and support expressive playing.

Connectivity and software package

The device is class-compliant, so no driver installation is necessary. Power and data transfer happen via USB. iOS compatibility is provided via the Lightning to USB adapter (sold separately). It works with most modern DAWs. An extensive software package is included, with DAW applications, professional instruments, tutorials and a collection of sound loops. It offers a fully-equipped environment for creating music right away.

Package contents:
Keystation 61 MK3, USB cable, serial number card, software, user manual, safety and warranty sheet

Software package contents:
DAW applications: Ableton Live Lite, MPC Beats
Virtual instruments: AIR Mini Grand (acoustic piano), AIR Velvet (electric pianos from the 60s–70s), AIR Xpand!2 (four-zone multitimbral workstation), AIR TubeSynth (polyphonic analogue synthesiser), AIR Electric (electric piano collection), AIR Bassline (monophonic bass synthesiser)
Educational apps: Melodics (including 5 exclusive lessons), Skoove (structured piano tuition with instant feedback)
Sound library: Touch Loops – collection of loops and one-shots

Dimensions:
99.5 × 18.9 × 6.8cm

Weight:
4.1kg