Review MIDI keyboard IK Multimedia iRig Keys I/O 49. Where to buy it?

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  • Compact controller keyboard with 49 velocity-sensitive standard secrets
  • 8 Assignable touch-sensitive multicolor pads
  • 2 Touch strips
  • 4 Dual (Dual mode allows you to combine two sounds to create a more complete sound. Typical combination of piano + sound of string instruments)-assigned, assignable touch-sensitive rotary encoders
  • 3 Buttons for transportation and modifying functions
  • AD / DA conversion up to 24 bit / 96 kHz
  • Stereo headphone production: 3.5 mm stereo head, energy 100 mW at 50 ohms
  • pedal (The most important pedal of a piano or keyboard is the sustain pedal and is used to keep the note playing even if you stop pressing the key.) connection: 6.3 mm TRS jack
  • Power connector
  • Mini DIN connector for data cable
  • Power supply via USB whenever applied to the computer
  • Batteries or optional energy supply (Art.417705 – maybe not included) with billing function for connected iOS products
  • System requirements: from WinXP, from Mac OSX 10.6, free USB port
  • XLR balanced
  • Amplification: 46 dB
  • Input impedance 1.6 kOhm
  • Phantom power 48 V +/- 4 V
  • Frequency range: 20 – 20,000 Hz (+/- 1.5 dB)
  • Input sound: -103 dB (A), -97 dB RMS
  • 6.3 mm Jack unbalanced
  • Amplification: 27 dB
  • Input impedance 1 Mohm
  • Frequency range: 20 – 20,000 Hz (+/- 1.5 dB)
  • Input sound: -103 dB (A), -97 dB RMS
  • 2 x 6.3 mm Jack balanced
  • Output degree max. 13 dBu to 600 Ohm balanced
  • Frequency range: 10 – 21,000 Hz (+/- 0.2 dB)
  • Dynamic range: 102 dB (A)
  • iPhone 7, iPhone 7, iPhone 6, iPhone 6, iPhone 6, iPhone 6, iPhone 6, iPhone 6, iPhone 5, iPhone 5, iPod touch 6th generation, ipod itouch 5, Generation, iPad Pro (12.9 ” ) 1st generation, iPad Pro (9.7 “), iPad mini 4, iPad Air 2, iPad mini 3, iPad Air, iPad mini 2, iPad mini, iPad 4th generation
  • Lightning mini DIN cable 0.6 m
  • USB mini-DIN cable 0.6 m
  • iOS device stand
  • 4 x 1.5V AA batteries
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 693 x 208 x 65 mm
  • Weight: 2.18 kg

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This keyboard usually has a price around 266.00 €

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Some comments from people who come to the forum about this model:

Comment:

Really nice instrument. Keys have actually great quality, good feeling, action and it’s comfortable to play. Faders and pads also great.
That is my very first experience with delicate modulation and pitch tires. So, it’s not hard to use and the precision is extremely well. Great innovation.
This keyboard is truly the next step to iRig keyboards. Compact sized and very effective! Recommend as one of the midi controllers that are better to purchase.

Comment:

Lot of pc software included, amazing midi, I really recommend this

IK Multimedia iRig Keys I/O 49 vs Novation Impulse 61

The keyboard IK Multimedia iRig Keys I/O 49is usually 67 € cheaper than Novation Impulse 61.

And then a video of the keyboard

IK Multimedia iRig Keys I/O 49

Novation Impulse 61
  • Compact controller keyboard with 49 velocity-sensitive standard secrets
  • 8 Assignable touch-sensitive multicolor pads
  • 2 Touch strips
  • 4 Dual-assigned, assignable touch-sensitive rotary encoders
  • 3 Buttons for transportation and modifying functions
  • AD / DA conversion up to 24 bit / 96 kHz
  • Stereo headphone production: 3.5 mm stereo head, energy 100 mW at 50 ohms
  • Pedal connection: 6.3 mm TRS jack
  • Power connector
  • Mini DIN connector for data cable
  • Power supply via USB whenever applied to the computer
  • Batteries or optional energy supply 417705 – (maybe not included) with billing function for connected iOS products
  • System requirements: from WinXP, from Mac OSX 10.6, free USB port

Note: Tablets / Laptops not included in the range of supply!

Microphone Input:

  • XLR balanced
  • Amplification: 46 dB
  • Input impedance 1.6 kOhm
  • Phantom power 48 V +/- 4 V
  • Frequency range: 20 – 20,000 Hz (+/- 1.5 dB)
  • Input sound: -103 dB (A), -97 dB RMS

Instrument input:

  • 6.3 mm Jack unbalanced
  • Amplification: 27 dB
  • Input impedance 1 Mohm
  • Frequency range: 20 – 20,000 Hz (+/- 1.5 dB)
  • Input sound: -103 dB (A), -97 dB RMS

Line Outputs:

  • 2 x 6.3 mm Jack balanced
  • Output degree max. 13 dBu to 600 Ohm balanced
  • Frequency range: 10 – 21,000 Hz (+/- 0.2 dB)
  • Dynamic range: 102 dB (A)

Compatible iOS devices (from iOS 6):

  • iPhone 7, iPhone 7, iPhone 6, iPhone 6, iPhone 6, iPhone 6, iPhone 6, iPhone 6, iPhone 5, iPhone 5, iPod touch 6th generation, ipod itouch 5, Generation, iPad Pro (12.9 ” ) 1st generation, iPad Pro (9.7 “), iPad mini 4, iPad Air 2, iPad mini 3, iPad Air, iPad mini 2, iPad mini, iPad 4th generation

Scope of delivery:

  • Lightning mini DIN cable 0.6 m
  • USB mini-DIN cable 0.6 m
  • iOS device stand
  • 4 x 1.5V AA batteries
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 693 x 208 x 65 mm
  • Weight: 2.18 kg
  • 61 Keys
  • Semi-Weighted with aftertouch
  • complete DAW and plug-in control
  • 8 Backlit drum pads
  • 9 Fader 55 mm
  • 9 Assignable buttons
  • 8 Rotating control knob
  • 6 Transport buttons
  • Pitch and modulation wheel
  • 2 Octave secrets
  • Arpeggiator, beat roll- and clip launch buttons
  • LCD
  • USB port
  • Expression and sustain pedal ports
  • MIDI in/ out
  • Automap control software
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 1022 x 332 x 100 mm
  • body weight: 6.5 kg
  • Including Xcite+ software pack, Ableton Live Lite

And then a video of the keyboardNovation Impulse 61

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Novation Impulse 61 review

IK Multimedia iRig Keys I/O 49 vs Novation Impulse 49

The keyboard IK Multimedia iRig Keys I/O 49 is usually 44 € more expensive than Novation Impulse 49, but the difference is so small that this can vary..

And then a video of the keyboard

IK Multimedia iRig Keys I/O 49

Novation Impulse 49
  • Compact controller keyboard with 49 velocity-sensitive standard secrets
  • 8 Assignable touch-sensitive multicolor pads
  • 2 Touch strips
  • 4 Dual-assigned, assignable touch-sensitive rotary encoders
  • 3 Buttons for transportation and modifying functions
  • AD / DA conversion up to 24 bit / 96 kHz
  • Stereo headphone production: 3.5 mm stereo head, energy 100 mW at 50 ohms
  • Pedal connection: 6.3 mm TRS jack
  • Power connector
  • Mini DIN connector for data cable
  • Power supply via USB whenever applied to the computer
  • Batteries or optional energy supply with billing function for connected iOS products
  • System requirements: from WinXP, from Mac OSX 10.6, free USB port

Note: Tablets / Laptops not included in the range of supply!

Microphone Input:

  • XLR balanced
  • Amplification: 46 dB
  • Input impedance 1.6 kOhm
  • Phantom power 48 V +/- 4 V
  • Frequency range: 20 – 20,000 Hz (+/- 1.5 dB)
  • Input sound: -103 dB (A), -97 dB RMS

Instrument input:

  • 6.3 mm Jack unbalanced
  • Amplification: 27 dB
  • Input impedance 1 Mohm
  • Frequency range: 20 – 20,000 Hz (+/- 1.5 dB)
  • Input sound: -103 dB (A), -97 dB RMS

Line Outputs:

  • 2 x 6.3 mm Jack balanced
  • Output degree max. 13 dBu to 600 Ohm balanced
  • Frequency range: 10 – 21,000 Hz (+/- 0.2 dB)
  • Dynamic range: 102 dB (A)

Compatible iOS devices (from iOS 6):

  • iPhone 7, iPhone 7, iPhone 6, iPhone 6, iPhone 6, iPhone 6, iPhone 6, iPhone 6, iPhone 5, iPhone 5, iPod touch 6th generation, ipod itouch 5, Generation, iPad Pro (12.9 ” ) 1st generation, iPad Pro (9.7 “), iPad mini 4, iPad Air 2, iPad mini 3, iPad Air, iPad mini 2, iPad mini, iPad 4th generation

Scope of delivery:

  • Lightning mini DIN cable 0.6 m
  • USB mini-DIN cable 0.6 m
  • iOS device stand
  • 4 x 1.5V AA batteries
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 693 x 208 x 65 mm
  • Weight: 2.18 kg
  • 49 Keys
  • Semi-weighted action with aftertouch
  • Comprehensive DAW and plug-in control
  • 8x Backlit drum pads for designing arpeggios, rolling beats and establishing clips
  • 9x 55 mm Faders
  • 9 Mute / Solo buttons
  • 8 Encoders
  • 6 Transport settings
  • Pitch- and modulation wheel
  • 2 Octave / Transpose buttons
  • LCD display
  • USB connector
  • Expression- and sustain pedal connectors
  • MIDI I/O
  • Automap control pc software
  • Dimensions: 846 x 332 x 100 mm
  • body weight: 5 kg
  • Incl. Xcite+ Software Pack, Ableton Live Lite

And then a video of the keyboardNovation Impulse 49

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Novation Impulse 49 review

IK Multimedia iRig Keys I/O 49 vs Novation Launchkey 49 Mk2

The keyboard IK Multimedia iRig Keys I/O 49 is usually 71 € more expensive than Novation Launchkey 49 Mk2.

And then a video of the keyboard

IK Multimedia iRig Keys I/O 49

Novation Launchkey 49 Mk2
  • Compact controller keyboard with 49 velocity-sensitive standard secrets
  • 8 Assignable touch-sensitive multicolor pads
  • 2 Touch strips
  • 4 Dual-assigned, assignable touch-sensitive rotary encoders
  • 3 Buttons for transportation and modifying functions
  • AD / DA conversion up to 24 bit / 96 kHz
  • Stereo headphone production: 3.5 mm stereo head, energy 100 mW at 50 ohms
  • Pedal connection: 6.3 mm TRS jack
  • Power connector
  • Mini DIN connector for data cable
  • Power supply via USB whenever applied to the computer
  • Batteries or optional energy supply with billing function for connected iOS products
  • System requirements: from WinXP, from Mac OSX 10.6, free USB port

Note: Tablets / Laptops not included in the range of supply!

Microphone Input:

  • XLR balanced
  • Amplification: 46 dB
  • Input impedance 1.6 kOhm
  • Phantom power 48 V +/- 4 V
  • Frequency range: 20 – 20,000 Hz (+/- 1.5 dB)
  • Input sound: -103 dB (A), -97 dB RMS

Instrument input:

  • 6.3 mm Jack unbalanced
  • Amplification: 27 dB
  • Input impedance 1 Mohm
  • Frequency range: 20 – 20,000 Hz (+/- 1.5 dB)
  • Input sound: -103 dB (A), -97 dB RMS

Line Outputs:

  • 2 x 6.3 mm Jack balanced
  • Output degree max. 13 dBu to 600 Ohm balanced
  • Frequency range: 10 – 21,000 Hz (+/- 0.2 dB)
  • Dynamic range: 102 dB (A)

Compatible iOS devices (from iOS 6):

  • iPhone 7, iPhone 7, iPhone 6, iPhone 6, iPhone 6, iPhone 6, iPhone 6, iPhone 6, iPhone 5, iPhone 5, iPod touch 6th generation, ipod itouch 5, Generation, iPad Pro (12.9 ” ) 1st generation, iPad Pro (9.7 “), iPad mini 4, iPad Air 2, iPad mini 3, iPad Air, iPad mini 2, iPad mini, iPad 4th generation

Scope of delivery:

  • Lightning mini DIN cable 0.6 m
  • USB mini-DIN cable 0.6 m
  • iOS device stand
  • 4 x 1.5V AA batteries
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 693 x 208 x 65 mm
  • Weight: 2.18 kg
  • 16 Velocity sensitive multicoloured drum pads with RGB LEDs
  • 2 Drum pad control buttons
  • 8 Knobs
  • 9 Sliders
  • LED show
  • Transport controls
  • Octave / Transpose buttons
  • Pitch- and modulation wheel
  • Backlit mode buttons
  • 8 Mute/Solo buttons
  • Connectors: USB + sustain pedal input
  • Dimensions: 770 x 81 x 270 mm
  • Weight: 3.1 kg
  • Incl. Novation V-Station and Bass facility Software, Loopmasters Sample-Pack and Ableton Live Lite

And then a video of the keyboardNovation Launchkey 49 Mk2

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Novation Launchkey 49 Mk2 review

IK Multimedia iRig Keys I/O 49 vs Nektar Impact LX88+

The keyboard IK Multimedia iRig Keys I/O 49 is usually 17 € more expensive than Nektar Impact LX88+, but the difference is so small that this can vary..

And then a video of the keyboard

IK Multimedia iRig Keys I/O 49

Nektar Impact LX88+
  • Compact controller keyboard with 49 velocity-sensitive standard secrets
  • 8 Assignable touch-sensitive multicolor pads
  • 2 Touch strips
  • 4 Dual-assigned, assignable touch-sensitive rotary encoders
  • 3 Buttons for transportation and modifying functions
  • AD / DA conversion up to 24 bit / 96 kHz
  • Stereo headphone production: 3.5 mm stereo head, energy 100 mW at 50 ohms
  • Pedal connection: 6.3 mm TRS jack
  • Power connector
  • Mini DIN connector for data cable
  • Power supply via USB whenever applied to the computer
  • Batteries or optional energy supply – maybe not included) with billing function for connected iOS products
  • System requirements: from WinXP, from Mac OSX 10.6, free USB port

Note: Tablets / Laptops not included in the range of supply!

Microphone Input:

  • XLR balanced
  • Amplification: 46 dB
  • Input impedance 1.6 kOhm
  • Phantom power 48 V +/- 4 V
  • Frequency range: 20 – 20,000 Hz (+/- 1.5 dB)
  • Input sound: -103 dB (A), -97 dB RMS

Instrument input:

  • 6.3 mm Jack unbalanced
  • Amplification: 27 dB
  • Input impedance 1 Mohm
  • Frequency range: 20 – 20,000 Hz (+/- 1.5 dB)
  • Input sound: -103 dB (A), -97 dB RMS

Line Outputs:

  • 2 x 6.3 mm Jack balanced
  • Output degree max. 13 dBu to 600 Ohm balanced
  • Frequency range: 10 – 21,000 Hz (+/- 0.2 dB)
  • Dynamic range: 102 dB (A)

Compatible iOS devices (from iOS 6):

  • iPhone 7, iPhone 7, iPhone 6, iPhone 6, iPhone 6, iPhone 6, iPhone 6, iPhone 6, iPhone 5, iPhone 5, iPod touch 6th generation, ipod itouch 5, Generation, iPad Pro (12.9 ” ) 1st generation, iPad Pro (9.7 “), iPad mini 4, iPad Air 2, iPad mini 3, iPad Air, iPad mini 2, iPad mini, iPad 4th generation

Scope of delivery:

  • Lightning mini DIN cable 0.6 m
  • USB mini-DIN cable 0.6 m
  • iOS device stand
  • 4 x 1.5V AA batteries
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 693 x 208 x 65 mm
  • Weight: 2.18 kg
  • With 88 velocity-sensitive keys
  • Extensive DAW integration incl. track amount and track choose, area selection and a lot more
  • Adaptations to all common DAWs incl. Logic, Cubase, Studio One, Reason, Bitwig as well as others
  • 9 Fader 30 mm
  • 8 Rotary potentiometers
  • 9 Assignable buttons
  • 6 Transport buttons
  • Octave-switch
  • Transpose-keys
  • Pitch bend & modulation wheels
  • 4 Velocity curves plus 3 fixed velocities selectable
  • 8 Velocity and four-colour illuminated pads with 4 storage space areas for pad mapping and pad learn function
  • Clip and scene switch for clip-based DAWs
  • Advanced transport functions incl. simply click, locator, head to, yet others
  • 5 Storage locations for sets with user-defined parameter projects
  • Class compliant for true plug’n’play
  • USB powered
  • Connections: maintain pedal, USB, Midi away, optional AC adapter (maybe not included)
  • For Profit 7 or later, MAC OSX 10.7 or later
  • Dimensions: approx. 1276 x 279 x 89 mm
  • Weight: approx. 8.2 kg
  • Incl. pc software down load Bitwig 8-track

And then a video of the keyboardNektar Impact LX88+

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Nektar Impact LX88+ review

Where to buy the keyboard IK Multimedia iRig Keys I/O 49

Thomann

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  • Sometimes better price.
  • He’s got worse stock than Thomann.

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