Korg Keystage 49

Creative inspiration meets expressive innovation with the Korg 49-key Keystage Midi Controller, the ultimate Poly Aftertouch Controller.

Keystage is the ultimate MIDI keyboard solution for producers and stage performers. As the first keyboard to adopt the MIDI 2.0 Property Exchange, Keystage puts unparalleled integration and control at your fingertips, taking your music-making experience to a whole new level.

Featuring an updated keybed design with outstanding touch response, Polyphonic / Channel Aftertouch and MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression) compatibility, Keystage offers hands-on control and instant visual feedback through its parameter-dedicated OLED screens. It features a powerful arpeggiator, an array of chord modes, an integrated audio interface, and official integration with Ableton Live.

Whether producing in the studio or performing live, Keystage offers an unparalleled integrated and distraction-free experience to keep your musical creativity flowing uninterrupted.

Say goodbye to time-consuming MIDI mapping, guesswork, and uncaptured inspiration. When the muse strikes, you need to capture your musical ideas quickly and precisely - Keystage allows you to do just that.

Keystage is at the forefront of keyboard innovation, being the first to truly tap into the potential of MIDI 2.0. Simply connect the keyboard to compatible software, and Keystage automatically assigns parameters and even displays their names on its crystal-clear OLED screens. Each screen is paired with a dedicated knob for real-time adjustments, meaning you always see the parameters assigned and their exact values, empowering you to make informed decisions and act on your musical instincts without breaking your creative stride.

Experience the magic of immediate plug-and-play connectivity with Keystage. It's compatible with most DAWs, and provides unmatched official integration with Ableton Live and Korg Gadget.

Express your musical self
Keystage empowers musicians to reach new heights of musical expression.
A newly developed semi-weighted keybed with excellent touch and response provides an immersive playing experience. Keystage goes beyond feel alone, with support for both channel and polyphonic Aftertouch, and MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression). This versatility lets you manipulate a vast array of sources, transmitting nuanced subtleties that add an extra layer of richness to your music and live performances.

Keystage's arpeggiator is extraordinarily powerful and offers features that go well beyond what any other MIDI Keyboard out there has to offer. The vast selection of patterns is complemented with unparalleled customization options including aftertouch-trigged ratchets, randomization, gating, and more.

In addition, Keystage's chord mode benefits from a suite of ready-to-use inspiring 32 chord sets. These can be used out-of-the-box, or fully customized and saved into any of the extra 32 user set slots. Because each set can have one chord assigned to each chromatic note of an octave, you can be sure you won't run out of chords! Chords can even be replayed in different ways, including a strumming mode for realistic guitar-like playing.

Keystage allows you to express your musical self effortlessly thanks to a seamless and streamlined workflow. Gone are the days of dealing with cumbersome and frustrating controllers. Keystage ensures a clean and efficient musical experience.

Official Ableton Live Integration
Keystage offers official integration with Ableton Live, one of the most popular DAWs in the industry, putting both transport and device control at your fingertips. A go-to choice for live performance musicians, Live's innovative dual Session/Arrangement view, smooth clip triggering, looping, and powerful production tools help you create a top notch live experience.

Features:

- First keyboard to adopt the MIDI 2.0 Property Exchange
- Innovative keybed design with outstanding touch response, Polyphonic / Channel Aftertouch and MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression) compatibility
- Offering a powerful arpeggiator, an array of chord modes, and an integrated audio interface
- Has official integration with Ableton Live
- Vast selection of arpeggiato patterns

Specs:

- Keyboard: Keystage-49 - Polytouch keyboard
- Keys: 49
- Velocity curves: 21 (100+10)
- Octave range: 7 (30+3)
- Controllers: Pitch bend wheel, modulation wheel, parameter control knobs 8
- Additional Controls: VOLUME knob, SETTINGS button, WRITE button, EXIT button, SHIFT button, ARP button, CHORD button, VALUE ^/ buttons, VALUE dial, PAGE /+ buttons, transport buttons, TEMPO button, OCTAVE /+ buttons
- Display: Main display: organic EL (electro-luminescence) display
- Sub display: organic EL displays 8
- Scenes: No. of scenes: 16
- Arpeggiator: Arpeggio rhythm patterns: 20
- Chord mode: Preset chord sets: 32, User chord sets: 32
- Input/output jacks and ports: USB port, MIDI (IN, OUT connectors), EXPRESSION jack, DAMPER jack, AUDIO OUT (L/MONO, R jacks), headphone jack
- Audio output: AUDIO OUT (L/MONO, R): 6.3 mm TS phone jack (unbalanced)
- Headphones: 6.3 mm stereo phone jack
Control Inputs: DAMPER (half-damper supported), EXPRESSION, MIDI IN, OUT, USB: Type B, MIDI/audio interface, MIDI: 1 in/1 out, Audio: 2 ch out
- Audio format: 44.1 kHz, 16-bit
- Power supply: USB bus power or AC adapter (9 V DC, : Korg KA350, sold separately)
- Power consumption: 5 V/500 mA or less (when powered via USB)
- Power consumption: 4 W (when using an AC adapter)
- Included items: USB cable (Type A-Type B), expansion plate, Quick Start Guide, Precautions