M-Audio 49-KEY manual Appendices Useful Midi Data, Appendix a General Midi Instruments

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Appendices - Useful MIDI Data

Appendix A - General MIDI Instruments

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

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M-Audio 49-KEY manual Appendices Useful Midi Data, Appendix a General Midi Instruments

49-KEY specifications

The M-Audio 49-Key MIDI Controller stands out as a versatile and feature-rich keyboard designed for musicians, producers, and composers. With its compact design and powerful functionalities, it caters to both studio environments and live performances, allowing for an intuitive music-making experience.

One of the most significant features of the M-Audio 49-Key is its semi-weighted keys, providing a natural feel that mimics traditional pianos. This semi-weighted action enables expressive performances, making it easier for players to convey dynamics and subtleties in their music. The 49 keys, although compact, offer full control over a wide range of MIDI instruments, making it suitable for various genres from classical to electronic music.

In terms of technology, the M-Audio 49-Key incorporates velocity-sensitive keys that respond to the force and speed of each keystroke. This allows for nuanced play and versatility in musical expression. The controller features assignable knobs, sliders, and pads, enabling users to manage various parameters in their digital audio workstation (DAW) or virtual instruments seamlessly. The eight backlit drum pads are particularly useful for triggering samples, drum sounds, and loops, further enhancing live performances and studio sessions.

The M-Audio 49-Key is also equipped with plug-and-play compatibility, ensuring a hassle-free setup process. Users can easily connect to their computer via USB, and the controller is compatible with various music software, including popular DAWs like Ableton Live, Pro Tools, and Logic Pro. This ease of connectivity means that musicians can start creating music practically instantly after unboxing the device.

Additionally, the M-Audio 49-Key is designed with portability in mind. Its lightweight and compact form factor make it an excellent choice for traveling musicians who need a reliable controller that doesn't take up much space. Despite its compact nature, it does not compromise on build quality, ensuring durability for both studio and road use.

In summary, the M-Audio 49-Key MIDI Controller combines semi-weighted keys, velocity sensitivity, and customizable controls, making it ideal for musicians and producers of all skill levels. Its seamless integration with DAWs and portability makes it a practical choice for anyone looking to enhance their music production capabilities. Whether composing in the studio or performing live, the M-Audio 49-Key is a solid and reliable tool for creative expression.