M-Audio Axiom 25 £149
The Oxygen stuffs a great deal of functionality into a tiny space but the Axiom is much bigger and even more feature-packed.
The MusicRadar Team, Tue 23 Oct, 12:04 pm UTC
Manufacturer's description
Don’t let the compact size of the Axiom 25 fool you. This advanced 25-key USB mobile MIDI controller features both semi-weighted action and assignable aftertouch, plus eight rubberized trigger pads that put drum programming and performance at your fingertips. Eight endless rotary encoder knobs let you get your hands on synth parameters, virtual mixer controls and more. Six transport controls can also be assigned to control other MIDI parameters. Virtually everything is freely MIDI-assignable—and the backlit LCD screen makes programming easy and intuitive. You get 20 memory locations for on-board storage, plus free Enigma editor/librarian software to manage an unlimited number of setups via computer.
You need to be logged in to post a comment. Login or Register to post a comment.
MusicRadar rating
Pros
Chunky design. Endless knobs. Drum pads are great fun. Big, clear display. Tasty weighted keys. Satisfyingly large transpose buttons.
Cons
Worth forking out more for the 49-key version.
The bottom line
The Oxygen is portable and fun to play, while the Axiom is a well-built, well-featured little number.
Review Policy
All MusicRadar’s reviews are by independent product specialists, who are not aligned to any gear manufacturer or retailer. Our experts also write for renowned magazines such as Guitarist, Total Guitar, Computer Music, Future Music and Rhythm. All are part of Future PLC, the biggest publisher of music making magazines in the world.
Specification Show
Axiom 25
- Price:
- £149
- Available Inputs:
- Footswitch input
- Available Outputs:
- MIDI out, USB
- Bundled Software:
- Editor to download from M-Audio website.
- Description:
- 25 Key usb controller keyboard, with semi weighted keys and 8 drum pads.
- Number of Keys:
- 25
- OS Requirements:
- Apple Mac OS X 10.3.9 or later, Microsoft Windows XP
- Power Supply:
- USB
- Processor Type Required:
- Intel, Pentium, PowerPC
Blogs
Subscribe Today
Save up to 45%
- Free CD or DVD with every issue
- Delivery to your door every month free of charge
- 60 day money-back guarantee
So whether you're a guitarist, music producer or drummer we've got a magazine to ignite your passion!
For more information and to order click here
MusicRadar Network
Join the MusicRadar Network
Create a profile, showcase your music, your pictures and your gear and talk to other musicians.
ReviewFinder
Click to find gear in the following categories:
- Guitars (2820)
- Amplification (727)
- Computers & Software (1015)
- Recording (279)
- Keys & Synths (107)
- Drums (583)
- DJing (13)
- Publications (34)
Shopping Partners
MusicRadar Marketplace
If you're looking for great deals on gear, tuition, mastering, education or kit hire, click here for our new and improved marketplace.