Chapter 1: Introduction 1
chapter 1
Introduction
Welcome to Avid® KeyStudio™. KeyStudio
turns your Mac or PC into a complete recording
and music production environment, by com-
bining a velocity sensitive 49-key keyboard, a
high-performance, low-latency USB audio inter-
face and Pro Tools® SE from Avid®.
Pro Tools is the industry standard platform in
music production software that is used in top re-
cording facilities around the world. Whether
you're new to music production or a seasoned
professional wanting to take Pro Tools SE on the
road, this package includes what you need for a
professional-quality recording setup.
Please take the time to read this User Guide. It
will explain how to get the best results out of
your KeyStudio.
KeyStudio Features
M-Audio KeyStudio Keyboard
• 49-key velocity-sensitive keyboard
• Pitch Bend wheel
• Modulation wheel; MIDI re-assignable
• Edit Mode button for advanced functions
and programming
• Sustain pedal input
• No driver required; Connect and power on
•USB powered
M-Audio USB Micro Audio
Interface
• Low latency performance
• 1/8-inch mono/stereo input for instru-
ment, microphone, and line-level devices
• 1/8-inch stereo output for headphones or
powered monitors
•USB Powered
Pro Tools SE Music Production
Software