Behringer U-Control UMX490 49-Key Keyboard w/ Interface

The UMX MIDI Controller is an extremely flexible keyboard with a control section for a wide range of applications, and it comes with the Behringer UCA222 soundcard. It's quite simply a great value beginner studio set-up! Do you need independent control of hardware synthesizers or general MIDI sound modules? How about control over effects devices? Maybe you just want to operate sequencing software or computer plug-ins from a convenient remote location? UMX Series controllers provide total flexibility and tremendous ease of use, allowing you to realize your ideas intuitively. Simply put, a MIDI controller gives you the power to take command of any hardware device or software that understands MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface). This means that MIDI addressable effects processors (such as delays, reverbs, etc.) and audio recording and editing software can be controlled with a single piece of hardware, a MIDI controller. This can be very handy indeed when you have lots of devices spread The UMX MIDI Controller is an extremely flexible master keyboard with a control section for a wide range of applications. Do you need independent control of hardware synthesizers or general MIDI sound modules? How about control over effects devices? Maybe you just want to operate sequencing software or computer plug-ins from a convenient remote location? UMX Series controllers provide total flexibility and tremendous ease of use, allowing you to realize your ideas intuitively. When it comes to remote control, you get 8 knobs, 10 assignable switches, 2 wheels (Pitch Bend & Modulation), 1 pedal port and 1 fader, for a total of 22 assignable controllers — which means total control of your operating environment. Once you’ve assigned the parameters for a particular scenario, simply store it in your user preset. All UMX Series controllers feature our custom-designed key-bed, which has been praised by some of the industry’s top product reviewers and players alike for its responsiveness and playability. As an added bonus, we’ve included our UCA222 USB Audio Interface to access your PC or Mac computer’s audio capability. You can use the UCA222 to connect sound modules directly to any free computer USB port and listen to either the input or output signal via headphones or through active studio monitors. The UCA222 also features an additional S/PDIF optical output for direct digital conversion and is completely powered via USB—no external power supply needed. With its dual analog mono inputs, any line-level device, such as a mixer or tape deck, can be connected hassle-free to your computer. Here are a just few reasons you need a UMX controller For playing external sound modules, rack synthesizers and virtual instruments For editing sound parameters of synthesizers, sound samplers and GM/GS/XG sound generators Controlling parameters on outboard equipment and software plug-ins, such as effects processors, compressors and digital equalizers Remotely controlling software mixers (functions for volume, pan, mute, etc.) Live control of volume and sound parameters of sound modules on stage Because they need to be ready for action in a variety of venues, UMX Series controllers can draw operating power from any free USB port on your PC or Mac computer, 3 AA batteries or the optional external power supply. If you need help with your live or recording MIDI environment, the UMX Series puts total control right at your fingertips.< Features Velocity-sensitive USB/MIDI keyboard featuring 49 high-quality full-size keys and unbeatable programming versatility, real-time control and playability Behringer UCA222 USB/Audio interface included for recording and playback of any digital music file. Works with your PC or Mac computer - no setup or drivers. Plug and play with Mac OS X, Windows XP and Vista operating systems 8 real-time rotary controls plus 10 assignable switches Full 128 tone range via the octave shift function with multi-purpose LED status indication Separate MIDI Out allows controlling external samplers, synths and other equipment Runs via USB, batteries or a power adapter (not included) High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life, backed by Behringer's 3 year warranty. PLEASE NOTE - THIS PRODUCT NO LONGER SHIPS WITH A SOFTWARE CD. THE SOFTWARE IS DOWNLOADABLE FROM BEHRINGER'S WEBSITE, SO THAT YOU CAN GET THE LATEST VERSION STRAIGHTAWAY. Some older product boxes may still state that a software CD is inside. This is in incorrect, as Behringer no longer make these CD’s – the time taken between manufacture & purchase meant that customers were constantly receiving out-of-date software that was no longer supported by the software manufacturer. Replacing CDs with downloadable software is now the norm in digital music retail; it is better for you, the customer, as it means you download and use the latest & greatest version of software, rather than receiving out-of-date software which will be incompatible with recently purchased computers.  For more information, please visit the manufacturer's website