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The keys are solid but other controls are crammed together.

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Manufacturer's description

The E-MU Xboard 49 Professional USB MIDI controller for PC and Mac offers unmatched playability, real-time control and programmability in a portable keyboard package ideal for studio and stage use. The Xboard™ 49 features fullsize velocity sensitive keys with aftertouch, 16 programmable real-time controllers, Xboard Control editing software and a full version of E-MU's acclaimed Proteus X2 Streaming Sound Module with over 3GB of sounds. The Xboard Control software provides an intuitive desktop interface that lets you effortlessly create custom templates for all of your favorite hardware and software instruments. The Xboards also allow you to set discrete MIDI channels for each controller and offer unrivaled real-time control and performance features, including Snap Shot that lets you send multiple program changes and controller values by pressing a single button, and Xboard Latch Mode that enables you to define a section of the keyboard as on/off triggers - perfect for drum loops. The Xboard 49 is ultra-portable and can run on USB, battery, or AC power.