Evolution MK-461C 61-Note USB MIDI Keyboard

by M-Audio

Product Features

• 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

Product Details

• Item Weight: 11.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 11 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B0002T6G5M
• Item model number: 9900-40849-00
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #69,155 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)

Product Description

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 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. Drawbar mode makes playing products like Native Instruments' B4 and authentic experience. USB powered design allows you to make music with your laptop anytime, anywhere.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Not Bad!, July 23, 2006

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E. E. Pointer "Musician, Composer" (Lexington, MO USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Evolution MK-461C 61-Note USB MIDI Keyboard (Electronics)

The Evolution MIDI keyboard does all that is advertised. Connecting to my computer (iMac G5) was a breeze and it has no problem working in my studio with my software (Logic Pro) . I would give it the 5th star, but I haven't finished a project with it yet.
Thanks for a great product!

5.0 out of 5 stars Most Excellent, October 1, 2009

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R. Pierce (Arizona) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Evolution MK-461C 61-Note USB MIDI Keyboard (Electronics)

I give this five stars for being a decent entry level controller keyboard at only $163.99 (the Amazon price on 9/24/09). And with free shipping it was delivered in one week. It's got a kewl blue blacklt display and the keyboard keys, knobs, and sliders all have a decent feel. It comes with an install CD, but Windows XP recognized it automatically and I was able to start playing immediately. Unfortunately it looks like the price has gone way up, which would reduce my rating to only 3 stars (at $259 it's still Ok, but not an exceptional value).