M-Audio debuts compact M-Audio O2 USB MIDI controller
updated 09:00 pm EDT, Tue October 5, 2004
M-Audio O2 MIDI controller
M-Audio has announced , an ultra-thin USB MIDI controller for use with software such as Propellerhead Reason and Ableton Live. "Small enough to fit in a bag along with a laptop, the compact M-Audio O2 is perfect for throwing down bass lines, programming drum patterns, triggering effects and tweaking virtual studio parameters—whenever and wherever the muse calls." It features 25 full-size, half-action, velocity-sensitive keys, along with eight MIDI-assignable knobs, eight MIDI-assignable buttons, and assignable volume slider as well as a sustain pedal input. It is available now for $180.
The knobs, button and slider can be assigned to any MIDI continuous controller value or note on/off value as appropriate. Other MIDI support includes program, Bank LSB, Bank MSB and SysEx. The unit features five non-volatile memory locations allowing users to store controller setups and the Enigma software editor/librarian provides for unlimited memory storage on Macs and PCs. (Enigma is a free download for registered owners.)
The M-Audio O2 can be powered either from the USB bus or a 9V DC external power supply (optional). It supports Mac OS X 10.1.5 or greater and any Mac with a native USB port (G3/G4 accelerator cards are not supported).
