Advantages: Great Midi Keyboard/Controller. Disadvantages: none
As im a music Producer, I use a number of Midi Keyboards when i go to studios. M-audio keyboards are levels abouve the rest within the industry. I previously i owned the smaller version of this the Oxygen8v2, which i loved, howeveras i was progressing as a musician, it was limiting me on the mellodies i was composing as there wernt enough keys. So i upgraded to the Oxygen 61 which is what im currently using. Im extremely happly with it so far, and feel that it meets all of my requirements not just as a Midi Keyboard but also as a Controller Interface for software like 'Reason'. The Modulation and Pitch Bend Sliders are very useful while recording to generate different effects.
This keyboard includes everything you need as a producer to start making music of a high standard, Pitch & Modulation wheels, programmable buttons/panners/ 9 ...
Advantages: sturdy, cheap Disadvantages: not enough keys
When I first start getting interested in music production on a computer i bought the Oxygen8 and was extremely pleased with it. I do not have much experience with piano theory so for those more into playing chords and more in depth structures, may find this keyboard limiting. But for those who are interested in the modern craze that is digital music production and its infinite amount of synthesizers, drum machines and effects, then this is defenitely a very nice way of accessing all those sounds. The Oxygen8 is good because its cheap, its sturdy, it will last and it might the only midi keyboard you will ever need. In order to get sounds out of it you will need a computer with a music production program such as Reason or cubase. The Oxygen8 is a USB keyboard and should start working as soon as you plug it in. It has 8 knobs which can ...
Advantages: Light, Durable. Practible! Disadvantages: Not many keys.
Absolute brilliant piece of hardware. If you're like me and produce music from home in your studio or just getting started out in producting music. Then this is for you! Do you use Ableton Live, Sonar 6, Reason, or Logic? This piece of hardware will connect so simply through USB. It will work even if your computer is not that good!
The 8 knobs are very useful for live recordings and effects. The keyboard is touch sensitive. Very cheap price as well.
There is no worryin about about practibility on this product. You can take piece of simple, great hardware anyway you like. If you are performing live and want to take this to your performance you can. It's really really light. Great product, simple to use and very ractical. Have fun making music!! ...
Product Information for "M-Audio USB MIDI-Controller Oxygen 8 v2" »
Product details
Long Name
USB MIDI-Controller Oxygen 8 v2
Type
MIDI Equipment
Genre
MIDI Control Surface
Manufacturer
M-Audio
Header / Model
USB MIDI-Controller Oxygen 8 v2
Manufacturer's product description
The Oxygen 8 v2 is an updated version of the mobile MIDI controller that started the mobile studio revolution. You get a fully functional MIDI keyboard with great action, plus eight MIDI-assignable knobs to control any MIDI parameters you desire in your hardware or software. It's perfect for composing on the go or performing live bass lines and pads, firing samples, or triggering audio and/or visual effects. New features include full MIDI message support, plus 6 transport controls that can be reassigned to any MIDI parameter. The Oxygen 8 v2 also offers 10 non-volatile memory locations and is compatible with our free Enigma software for computer-based storage, retrieval and management of an unlimited number of patches.* Total MIDI ControlMIDI isn't just about triggering notes - and the Oxygen series has what it takes to access all those deep parameters in your software and hardware so you can get the most out of them. Map the eight knobs to any synth parameters you want to program or perform with - or to mixer controls like volume, panning and effects send. Assign the buttons to trigger samples and anything else that is MIDI-programmable. Assignment is simple, yet has the power to let you delve as deep as you want. Each controller can map to just about any applicable parameter in the MIDI spec, including independent channel addressing for each. The possibilities are limited only by your imagination. * Easy ProgrammingOxygen controllers feature dedicated front-panel function buttons to easily access common operations like preset, program or channel up/down, octave up/down, and transpose up/down. Use the Controller Mute button to prevent parameters from jumping when you change them, then press Snapshot to transmit all current settings. The Advanced Function button allows the keyboard to serve as a data-entry device for controller assignment and similar setup functions. The front-panel 3-segment LCD gives you the information you need for programming parameters at a glance. 10 non-volatile memory locations instantly save and recall your favorite presets - and you can manage an entire preset library on your computer via SysEx dumps and our free Enigma software editor/librarian for PC and Mac.* Free Enigma Editor/Librarian SoftwareDownload Enigma - a powerful software editor/librarian for Mac and PC that lets you easily program, store and load setups for M-Audio and Evolution USB MIDI controllers. Enigma includes a huge library of files for your favorite VST plug-ins, instruments and host apps. Programming is as simple as dragging the software parameter you want to control onto the graphic representation of the controller on your screen. With Enigma, your library of controller presets is virtually unlimited.* Mobile OperationThe original Oxygen8 defined a new era of mobile keyboard controllers - and now there's an entire line to choose from. The entire Oxygen series is extremely compact and lightweight and all models are powered directly from your computer's USB bus. Choose the size that's best for your needs, then take your music anywhere you want to go.``The Oxygen8 has everything you'd expect to find on a big, expensive MIDI controller, but it uses up a lot less space... the perfect controller for your laptop rig.'' - Mixer Features:* 25-note velocity-sensitive synth-action keyboard with USB MIDI interface* 8 fully assignable MIDI controller knobs * 6 transport buttons also assignable to any MIDI parameter * assignable pitch bend and modulation wheels * octave up/down, transpose up/down * preset/MIDI channel/program change up/down * 5 top-panel function buttons plus additional programming functions on keybed * 3-segment LED screen * USB 1.1 upstream (Type B) port * sustain pedal jack * MIDI Out jack * powered via USB or option
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