description M-Audio KeyRig 49 Overview
The M-Audio KeyRig 49 is a 49-key MIDI keyboard controller featuring velocity-sensitive keys, rotary encoders, and transport controls for seamless integration with digital audio workstations (DAWs) and software instruments.
help M-Audio KeyRig 49 FAQ
How many keys does the M-Audio KeyRig 49 have, and what kind are they?
M-Audio KeyRig 49 has 49 full-size, velocity-sensitive keys and sends MIDI over USB. Velocity sensitivity lets a DAW respond to how hard you press, but the keyboard itself is a controller rather than a standalone synthesizer. [KeyRig manual](https://www.bhphotovideo.com/lit_files/75904.pdf)
Does KeyRig 49 include sounds or need a computer?
The hardware is a USB MIDI keyboard, so you normally use it with a computer and software instrument. The original package was sold with Key Rig virtual instrument software, but it does not have the built-in piano and audio interface found on the KeyStudio 49i.
Will KeyRig 49 work with a DAW?
Yes, it sends standard MIDI data and was designed to integrate with DAWs on Windows XP and Mac OS X. Modern compatibility depends on the operating system and USB drivers, so check the DAW's MIDI device list rather than assuming current driver support. [KeyRig manual](https://www.bhphotovideo.com/lit_files/75904.pdf)
Does KeyRig 49 really have rotary encoders and transport controls?
The documented KeyRig 49 manual describes a 49-key USB controller with velocity-sensitive keys, not the eight rotary encoders and six transport buttons found on M-Audio's Axiom 49 family. If encoders and DAW transport controls are essential, verify the exact model before buying. [KeyRig manual](https://www.bhphotovideo.com/lit_files/75904.pdf) [Axiom 49 specifications](https://www.m-audio.com/legacy/axiom-49.html)
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