Novation XioSynth 25 & 49

Available in either 25 or 49 keys, it is a synthesizer, MIDI controller, and interface, perfect for use in a home or professional studio. The synth engine features an eight-voice polyphony, three oscillators, two LFOs, an arpeggiator and a multi-effects board, as well as patch programming. The X-Gator patch programmer can gate each patch to create 16 to 32 step patterns for each built-in sound. 200 patches are included for a wide variety of sounds. In addition to its synthesizer capabilities, the XioSynth 49 is also a flexible USB MIDI controller for software or hardware. It features 11 knobs and buttons, as well as a large touchpad and a pitch/modulation joystick. The unit also has a USB interface. It offers both XLR and 1/4" connectors for live audio streaming to your Mac or PC. The XioSynth requires no drivers, it is strictly plug-and-play for ease of use. The unit can operate on USB power, six AA batteries, or by wall power for versatility.

M-Audio Axiom 25

Don't let the compact size of the Axiom 25 fool you. This advanced 25-key USB mobile MIDI controller features both semi-weighted action and assignable aftertouch, plus eight rubberized trigger pads that put drum programming and performance at your fingertips. Eight endless rotary encoder knobs let you get your hands on synth parameters, virtual mixer controls and more. Six transport controls can also assign to control other MIDI parameters. Virtually everything is freely MIDI-assignable-and the backlit LCD screen makes programming easy and intutive. You get 20 memory locations for on-board storage, plus free Enigma editor/librarian software to manage an unlimited number of setups via computer. Read more....

M-Audio Keystation Pro 88

The new Keystation Pro 88 is the first USB master MIDI controller designed specifically to let you perform, program and mix music directly with your computer. Regardless of whether you’re a seasoned pro or just ready to take your music to the next level, the 88-key hammer action is so expressive that you simply won’t want to stop playing it. And the complement of 59 (yes, 59) assignable controls delivers more than enough tactile command over your favorite soft synths and digital audio sequencers like Reason and Live. This bus-powered master controller unifies everything you need to experience the full potential of today’s virtual studios—and at a price and weight lighter than you’d expect. Read more....