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iRig Keys I/O 49 - The all-in-one music production station that goes anywhere you want

IK Multimedia

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Musical ideas can come anytime and anywhere. So why not be ready for them when they arrive? iRig Keys 49 is an ultra-portable, ultra-affordable 49-key USB MIDI controller for Mac/PC. Its velocity sensitive keys provide a generous 4 octave range (plus 1 note), which also happens to make for a compact size that's perfect for stashing in your laptop or gig bag or backpack. Now you can have a keyboard with you at all times without breaking the bank.

Naturally, iRig Keys 49 is also incredibly easy to use. It comes with a USB cable and is fully class compliant with both MIDI and USB, which means that you just need to plug into your Mac or PC, fire up your favorite program and then start jamming. You'll be ready to go right out of the box: No additional apps, software or drivers are necessary to get up and running.

iRig Keys 49 has been made with your mobility in mind: It doesn™t require a power cable because it gets all of its juice from the USB port of the connected Mac or PC. You can also use iRig Keys 49 for live performance and other creative uses. It comes with a complete spread of powerful software from IK Multimedia that will help you get started immediately.

A small controller with impressive features
iRig Keys 49 gives you a full 4 octaves (plus 1), which strikes a perfect balance between portability and playability. And, to help you better express yourself while on the go, iRig Keys 49 also comes with a streamlined selection of handy controls: You get velocity sensitivity, a volume/data knob and soft-touch Octave Up/Down buttons.

Plug and play out of the box
To get you started right away, iRig Keys 49 comes with some pretty powerful software. This software can be downloaded and played with immediately, making for a true plug-and-play experience straight out of the box. You get:

SampleTank 3 SE, a special version of the ultimate sound and groove workstation for Mac/PC that includes an expandable 6.5 GB sample library that includes instruments in categories that cover everything from acoustic to electronic and beyond (to be downloaded from the IK Multimedia online User Area). It works as a stand-alone program or as a plug-in for all major DAWs, like GarageBand, Logic, Pro Tools, Cubase, Live, Sonar and more.

When you register your iRig Keys 49, you'll also get a bundle of free instrument collections that you can use to expand your creativity even further. You get The Grid, a collection of cutting-edge electronic construction kit and drum kit sounds plus 5 instrument collections of your choosing from our Beats and Elektronika electronic music series (choose and download from IK User Area).
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  • All-in-one, fully portable, ultracompact MIDI controller 
  • 49 full-size keys and smooth, velocity-sensitive, synth-action keybed
  • 24-bit /96kHz audio interface for iPhone, iPad, Mac and PC
  • Easily transportable, fits anywhere
  • 48V phantom power button
  • Powered by USB, 4 AA batteries or optional external power supply (charges your iOS device)
  • Comes with a suite of professional software

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Best Uses
  1. Practicing1
  2. Must use headphones or external powered speakers1
Cons
  1. Not Functional3
  2. Difficult To Use2
  3. Integration with Logic Pro for iPad not straight1
  4. Unit does not power up with batteries1
  5. Causes iOS device reboots1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced2
  2. Professional Musician1
Pros
  1. Good Quality1
  2. Light /Good Action1
  3. Good MIDI velocity curves1
  4. Good keybed "touch"1
  5. Great form factor1
  • It doesn't work with batteries!

    3

    submitteda year ago

    byJames

    fromLos Angeles

    Arrived in the mail. Installed four brand new AA batteries but the batteries option in the back doesn't power up the unit. It does work when the power switch is on USB and the unit is connected to the iPad Pro. From what I've read online, others have experienced the same problem. I will be returning it to the Guitar Center store to see if another instrument might work. I did hook it up and integration with Logic Pro for iPad isn't as straightforward. SampleTank seems to work effortlessly. The instrument itself has a nice feel to it and plays well. I hope my issues can be resolved because you can't beat its mobility.

  • A Nice Little Keyboard Controller

    4

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    submitted7 years ago

    byGary

    fromundisclosed

    I decided to purchase the iRig Keys I/O 49 keyboard because of its amazingly small dimensions. I have been using a massive 88-key MIDI controller for a while now, and it's just so cumbersome to work with. The iRig keyboard fits almost anywhere, and makes it possible to sit at a desk and enter MIDI notes while my mouse, qwerty keyboard, and monitor all sit on the same desk. Before buying this keyboard, I was forced to use a keyboard stand turned sideways to my desk to hold my keyboard controller. Though the iRig 49 lacks some of the bells & whistles of the more advanced controllers, its size makes it a valuable addition to my MIDI setup.

  • Nice little keyboard

    4

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    submitted7 years ago

    byGary

    fromundisclosed

    I decided to purchase the iRig Keys I/O 49 keyboard because of its amazingly small dimensions. I have been using a massive 88-key MIDI controller for a while now, and it's just so cumbersome to work with. The iRig keyboard fits almost anywhere, and makes it possible to sit at a desk and enter MIDI notes while my mouse, qwerty keyboard, and monitor all sit on the same desk. Before buying this keyboard, I was forced to use a keyboard stand turned sideways to my desk to hold my keyboard controller. Though the iRig 49 lacks some of the bells & whistles of the more advanced controllers, its size makes it a valuable addition to my MIDI setup.

  • Not happy

    2

    submitted8 years ago

    bypeterlu

    fromPalm Springs, CA

    I bought this because I already had the irig keys 37 pro and was super happy with it. I figured this would work equally well and have the octave more. I use something lightweight to travel and practice. I'm an intermediate piano player. Unfortunately, however, I'm quite disappointed. It does not work nearly as well as the smaller 37 key version. It has issues being recognised by my iphone and my ipad. After every use I need to unplug everything again and reconnect in the right order and even then sometimes it won't work. So, no plug and play at all. Plug and hope and wait and then (maybe) play. I googled a bit and found that lots of other customers also have the same issue. Support, however, can't help. Also, you can only listen to the sound through earphones. That is really a shame. It would be better to just plug in your ipad or iphone and play. But for some reason (support says because it has I/O) this is not possible. So, you will have to wear earphones even if you are at home. And thirdly, it randomly drops notes. If you play for 60 seconds, it will drop one note on average. That is not a lot and I still can practice. But it still is very annoying. I love the ikey rig 37 pro and can highly recommend it. However, this newer and more expensive version with 49 keys is a failure.

  • Great potential, but many issues

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    submitted8 years ago

    byMrMark

    fromRichmond, TX

    This seems to be a controller with a lot of potential, if IK Multimedia will fix all the glitches. But so far, that will not even acknowledge any of the issues I listed as problems. If you want to get a sense for the support you will get, I encourage you to try it for yourself before you buy any IK product. There is no phone, chat, or email support - only a ticket system. In my personal experience, replies are typically come very slowly, if at all.

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  • asked byAlexei

    fromundisclosed

    Hello,

My name is Alexei Kazak. I am interested in purchasing the iRig Keys i/o 49 keyboard. I am a musician on Oceania cruises, so I cannot have it shipped to me. I was hoping you have this product in your Miami store. If not, is it possible to have it shipped to the store so I can pick it up? I will be in Miami on the 16th and the 24th of September. Please let me know if it will be possible to purchase and pick up this keyboard at your Miami location.

Thank you,
Alexei Kazak

    Hello, My name is Alexei Kazak. I am interested in purchasing the iRig Keys i/o 49 keyboard. I am a musician on Oceania cruises, so I cannot have it shipped to me. I was hoping you have this product in your Miami store. If not, is it possible to have it shipped to the store so I can pick it up? I will be in Miami on the 16th and the 24th of September. Please let me know if it will be possible to purchase and pick up this keyboard at your Miami location. Thank you, Alexei Kazak

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    Sorry for the delay in response. This item is at our Miami store.