M-Audio Keystation 61es Semi Weighted Keyboard
A sleek, compact 61-note USB bus-powered keyboard with velocity-sensitive and semi-weighted keys that is designed to easily integrate into almost any Mac or PC music environment.
- Pitch bend and modulation wheels
- Volume/control slider
- Octave +/- buttons to extend keyboard range
- Plug-and-play operation
Overview
A sleek, compact 61-note USB bus-powered keyboard with velocity-sensitive and semi-weighted keys that is designed to easily integrate into almost any Mac or PC music environment.
Plug and play compatibility
Designed to work with with Mac OS X and PC for plug-and-play setup. The Keystation 61e is also compatible with many music education and music creation software titles, making it ideal for classrooms and studios alike.
Advanced features for versatile music creation
More advanced users can control software synths, external sound devices, and more with the assignable slider and pitch and mod wheels. This sleek, compact keyboard is USB bus-powered and requires no external power supply.
Features
- 61-note velocity-sensitive semi-weighted action
- Pitch bend and modulation wheels
- Volume/control slider
- Advanced function button for programming
- Sustain foot pedal input (pedal sold separately)
- Octave +/- buttons to extend keyboard range
- Separate MIDI out jack routes MIDI signals from your computer to control external devices
- Powered via USB
- Mac OS X and Windows XP class compliant for plug-and-play
Did you notice?
This sleek, compact keyboard is USB bus-powered and requires no external power supply.
Apple recommends for...
Inventive and versatile music creation that integrates with your Mac and many music creation software titles.
Technical specifications
- Dimensions: 104 x 29 x 12.7 cm
- Weight: 5 kg
System requirements
Mac
- Mac OS X 10.1.5 or higher* (with native USB port)
- or Mac OS 9.2.2 with OMS 2.3.8 (included)
*G3/G4 accelerator cards not supported
PC
- Windows XP (SP1)
What's in the box?
- M-Audio Keystation 61es Semi Weighted Keyboard
Warranty
- 1-year warranty
Most Useful Reviews
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M-Audio Keystation 61es Semi Weighted Keyboard
Actually, it is Leopard compatible.
Written by JA from Edmond
Jan 5, 2008
I was VERY leery about getting this keyboard based on all the reviews that said it wasn’t Leopard compatible. I went to the Apple store today and saw for myself that it was. Can’t say enough about it. I just plugged it and it works great with Garage Band. If you are looking for a keyboard for Garage Band, get this one. Great deal. …More
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M-Audio Keystation 61es Semi Weighted Keyboard
Excellent!
Written by AA from Novato
Oct 20, 2006
Wow, this is the best purchase I made besides my ibook. I used a Yamaha keyboard before, but I was not able to use it with Garageband. This keyboard is simply amazing! It does everything I want it to do and more. I recorded two CD's using this keyboard and my ibook.
Simply plug it into the USB port, open Garageband and start playing any instrument that is being available via Garageband. The keys react just like a real instrument, the harder you hit them, the intenser the sound. Love the sensitivy of those keys! Love to play the piano on it. Sounds so impressive, so beautiful!
I use this daily for hours and I've never had any problems with it. Highly recommended to any musician who is look for a keyboard that works with Garageband. …More432 of 511 people found this useful
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M-Audio Keystation 61es Semi Weighted Keyboard
It is good
Written by PG from Oakville
Jan 18, 2006
I plugged it in. I played lots of instrument sounds. I can change pitch. It has semi-weighted keys and responds like a piano, which makes it better than the 49e. More keys than the 49e is also better because of the range of notes in Garageband instruments such as drums. I can learn piano on it. It makes me happy. I don't have enough time to have a wife and kids and play it. So I just play it and ignore yelling. My playing isn't good, but I ignore that too. …More
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Most Recent Reviews
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M-Audio Keystation 61es Semi Weighted Keyboard
perfect for studio use
Written by TH from Bloomfield
Nov 14, 2009
I needed a good all-around keyboard for flexible use in the studio. The 61es integrates seamlessly with Mainstage and Logic, and because I control all my effects with those programs, I really like the fact that it is just the simple hardware: keys and mod wheels. …More
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M-Audio Keystation 61es Semi Weighted Keyboard
good but has drawbacks
Written by SA from St. Albert
Sep 17, 2009
i love the fact thats its plug and play, so easy to use and works good with a sustaining pedal but, the keys are not fully weighted and its not a comfortable feeling to play. Also the velocity of the notes often needs adjusting because it is very hard to play, so dynamics lack, or sometimes some notes will be much to loud and need to be dialed down while other can barley be heard. Good product for simple project, but may i suggest just micing a piano if you want realism, mind you it is midi so maybe my standards are too high?? …More
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M-Audio Keystation 61es Semi Weighted Keyboard
What more could you need!?
Written by AD from Perry
Aug 3, 2009
I am extremely happy with this keyboard. Because it runs completely off of whatever software is installed on your computer and not just the presets on the keyboard, your options are unlimited. It is so easy to use and you're ready to work with just the insert of a USB cord. One of the best purchases I've ever made for under 200 bucks. Great product. …More
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Questions & Answers
Most Interesting
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Can this be used for the new garageband piano lessons?
- Asked by KM from Brooklyn
- Nov 27, 2009
Best Answer
Yes, it is a MIDI controller.
- Answered by JH from Amstelveen
- Dec 2, 2009
- 4 of 6 people found this useful
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Is this a midi keyboard?
- Asked by TS
- Oct 12, 2009
Best Answer
Yes, you can.
- Answered by NR from Flower Mound
- Oct 29, 2009
- 6 of 6 people found this useful
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do the keys light up?
- Asked by JL from Bedford
- Nov 21, 2009
Best Answer
No, just the light on the left side where the modulation and other controls are.
- Answered by ED from cincinnati
- Nov 27, 2009
- 4 of 5 people found this useful
Most Recent
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Does it have input for an electric or acoustic guitar?
- Asked by JS from Seattle
- Dec 8, 2009
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how can I record music from a turntable in my stereo system directly into my mac?
- Asked by KM from upper montclair
- Dec 6, 2009
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Can this be used for the new garageband piano lessons?
- Asked by KM from Brooklyn
- Nov 27, 2009
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Is the only power supply through the USB port?
- Asked by SN from Milton
- Nov 27, 2009
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Does it come with the required cables to connect to my computer?
- Asked by JB from hallam
- Nov 25, 2009
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Does the keyboard paint really have lead? Why would Apple sell this if so?
- Asked by BK from Salem
- Nov 24, 2009
