Appendices Useful Midi Data | M-Audio 49 instruction

KeyRIg 49 User Guide

Appendices - Useful MIDI Data

Appendix A - General MIDI Instruments

PLEASE NOTE: The following table lists all General MIDI patch names using numbers from 0 – 127. Be advised that some GM modules count their sound patches from 1 – 128 instead. Both methods are common. As a result, and depending on the sound module you use, there may be an offset of -1 between the sent program change number and the recalled sound patch.

Piano		Bass		Reed		Synth Effects
0	Acoustic Grand Piano	32 Acoustic Bass		64 Soprano Sax		96	SFX Rain
1	Bright Acoustic Piano	33	Electric Fingered Bass	65	Alto Sax	97 SFX Soundtrack
2	Electric Grand Piano	34	Electric Picked Bass	66	Tenor Sax	98	SFX Crystal
3	Honky Tonk Piano	35	Fretless Bass	67	Baritone Sax	99	SFX Atmosphere
4	Electric Piano 1	36 Slap Bass 1		68 Oboe		100 SFX Brightness
5	Electric Piano 2	37 Slap Bass 2		69	English Horn	101 SFX Goblins
6	Harpsichord	38	Syn Bass 1	70	Bassoon	102 SFX Echoes
7	Clavinet	39	Syn Bass 2	71 Clarinet		103 SFX Sci- Fi


Chromatic Percussion			Strings/ Orchestra		Pipe		Ethnic
8	Celesta		40	Violin	72	Piccolo	104	Sitar
9	Glockenspiel		41 Viola		73	Flute	105	Banjo
10		Music Box	42 Cello		74 Recorder		106	Shamisen
11 Vibraphone			43	Contrabass	75	Pan Flute	107 Koto
12		Marimba	44	Tremolo Strings	76	Bottle Blow	108	Kalimba
13		Xylophone	45	Pizzicato Strings	77	Shakuhachi	109	Bag Pipe
14		Tubular bells	46	Orchestral Harp	78	Whistle	110 Fiddle
15		Dulcimer	47 Timpani		79	Ocarina	111 Shanai

Organ		Ensemble		Synth Lead		Percussive
16	Drawbar Organ	48	String Ensemble 1	80	Syn Square Wave	112	Tinkle Bell
17 Percussive Organ		49 String Ensemble 2 (Slow)		81 Syn Sawtooth Wave		113	Agogo
18	Rock Organ	50	Syn Strings 1	82 Syn Calliope		114	Steel Drums
19	Church Organ	51 Syn Strings 2		83	Syn Chiff	115	Woodblock
20 Reed Organ		52 Choir Aahs		84 Syn Charang		116	Taiko Drum
21 Accordion		53	Voice Oohs	85	Syn Voice	117 Melodic Tom
22 Harmonica		54	Syn Choir	86	Syn Fifths Sawtooth Wave	118 Syn Drum
23 Tango Accordion		55	Orchestral Hit	87 Syn Brass & Lead		119	Reverse Cymbal

Guitar		Brass		Synth Pad		Sound Effects
24	Nylon Acoustic	56	Trumpet	88	New Age Syn Pad	120	Guitar Fret Noise
25	Steel Acoustic	57	Trombone	89	Warm Syn Pad	121 Breath Noise
26	Jazz Electric	58 Tuba		90	Polysynth Syn Pad	122	Seashore
27	Clean Electric	59	Muted Trumpet	91 Choir Syn Pad		123	Bird Tweet
28	Muted Electric	60 French Horn		92 Bowed Syn Pad		124 Telephone Ring
29	Overdrive	61	Brass Section	93	Metal Syn Pad	125	Helicopter
30 Distorted		62 Syn Brass 1		94	Halo Syn Pad	126	Applause
31 Harmonics		63 Syn Brass 2		95 Sweep Syn Pad		127 Gun Shot

49 specifications

The M-Audio 49 is a versatile and compact MIDI keyboard controller designed for musicians, producers, and performers. Featuring a 49-key layout, this controller provides an excellent balance between portability and functionality. Its velocity-sensitive keys allow for expressive play, making it suitable for various musical genres, whether you're composing electronic tracks or playing classical piano melodies.

One of the standout features of the M-Audio 49 is its user-friendly interface. With a variety of assignable controls, including knobs, faders, and buttons, users can easily map these elements to their preferred software parameters, enhancing the overall workflow. This customization capability is a key advantage for those looking to streamline their music production process.

The M-Audio 49 supports both USB and MIDI connectivity, making it compatible with a wide range of devices and software. The USB connection allows for easy plug-and-play functionality, while the traditional MIDI output offers the ability to connect to external synthesizers and sound modules. This dual connectivity ensures that artists can integrate the controller into any studio setup with ease.

Additionally, the M-Audio 49 incorporates advanced technologies, such as MIDI controller functionality that extends well beyond traditional keyboard playing. It includes features like pitch bend and modulation wheels, providing further control over the sound and performance dynamics. The incorporation of velocity sensitivity enhances the touch response, allowing musicians to add subtle nuances to their playing.

The keyboard is also designed with portability in mind, making it an ideal choice for musicians on the go. Its lightweight construction and compact design allow for easy transport without sacrificing key range or playability. This makes it a perfect fit for live performances or studio sessions where space is limited.

Moreover, the M-Audio 49 often comes bundled with an impressive array of software, which may include digital audio workstations and virtual instruments. This software package enhances the value of the controller, providing users with everything needed to start creating music right out of the box.

In summary, the M-Audio 49 is a powerful and flexible MIDI controller that combines portability, functionality, and an intuitive interface. Its key features, such as assignable controls, dual connectivity, advanced technologies, and bundled software, make it an attractive option for musicians looking to enhance their creative possibilities. Whether you're in the studio or performing live, the M-Audio 49 stands out as a reliable tool for music production.