If you're ready to cut the cord and experience freedom, the M-Audio MidAir 25 wireless USB MIDI controller is the answer you've been waiting for. It has all the features of the legendary Oxygen8 packed into a sleek wireless unit. Complete with 25 velocity-sensitive keys, eight MIDI-assignable knobs, mod and pitch bend wheels, assignable sustain button, three-digit LED display and more, the MidAir 25 allows you to control soft synths, DAWs and standard MIDI instruments with the freedom of a wireless design. Powered via the included 9V power supply or standard batteries (also included).

M-Audio Announces New Line Of Wireless MIDI Controllers

M-Audio, a leading provider of creative tools for computer-centric musicians, is proud to announce the release of the new MidAir™ line of wireless USB MIDI controllers and interfaces—including MidAir 25 and MidAir 37 controllers. Featuring wireless technology from Frontier Design Group, MidAir products are designed to meet the needs of performers who desire more freedom of movement, as well as studio musicians who are looking to eliminate long cable runs and clutter.

Packed with many of the features that have made other M-Audio® keyboards so popular, the new MidAir 25 delivers 25 velocity-sensitive keys in a totally wireless chassis. The MidAir 25 and the included MidAir receiver—both 2.4 GHz wireless devices—deliver an effective range of 30 feet with the same consistent, real-time response and low latency as wired controllers. Users also get eight MIDI-assignable knobs, mod and pitch bend wheels, assignable sustain button and a pedal input. The larger MidAir 37, which includes all of the core features of the MidAir 25, ups the number of keys to 37 and adds nine assignable faders. With both the MidAir 25 and the MidAir 37, keyboard players no longer have to be anchored to a host computer or a rack of gear sitting in the backline.

Each controller ships with the MidAir receiver—a 2.4GHz wireless interface that easily connects to a Mac or PC and relays MIDI data from the controller. The MidAir receiver also functions as a standard USB-MIDI interface, which allows users to work with other MIDI gear without the need for separate interfaces. Like many other M-Audio peripherals, the MidAir receiver is a class-compliant device—no drivers required.

The power of these new controllers is not limited to the world of soft synths and DAWs; the MidAir receiver can also be used without a host computer and connected directly to a standard MIDI instrument. Complete with preset and octave +/- buttons as well as assignable physical controllers, the MidAir 25 and MidAir 37 allow users to take control of any MIDI instrument—no cables required. For greater flexibility, both controllers can be powered with either the included 9V DC power adapter or with standard batteries.

M-Audio will also ship the MidAir wireless MIDI interface after the release of the controller versions of this technology.

M-Audio is proud to announce shipment of the new MidAir™ wireless USB MIDI system and MidAir 37 wireless keyboard controller. Combined with the MidAir 25 keyboard controller, these new additions round out a complete family of wireless products.

The MidAir wireless MIDI transmitter and receiver system allows users to wirelessly transmit data from any device that outputs MIDI—keyboards, drum machines, electronic drums and more. MidAir makes it possible to control everything from keyboards and sound modules to multi-effects units and stage lighting rigs. Users can simply plug the battery-powered transmitter into the MIDI Out port on their controller of choice and connect the receiver to the MIDI In port on the device they would like to control. The MidAir receiver also includes a USB port and functions as a class-compliant 1 x 1 MIDI interface for connecting to a computer.

The MidAir 37 allows users to take control of any standard software or MIDI instruments with a compact wireless keyboard. Packed with many of the same features as the legendary Oxygen8 keyboard controller, the MidAir 37 boasts 37 velocity-sensitive keys, a three-digit LED display, nine MIDI-assignable faders, eight MIDI-assignable knobs, mod and pitch bend wheels, and sustain pedal input and button—all in a totally wireless design. The controller can be powered by standard batteries or the included 9V power supply.

With wireless technology from Frontier Design Group, all MidAir devices operate in the 2.4 GHz frequency band, enabling users to interface MIDI hardware and/or software at distances up to 30 feet with the same feel and response as a wired connection.

The MidAir wireless MIDI system is now shipping with an MSRP of $149.95 USD.

The MidAir 37 is currently expected to ship mid-November, with an MSRP of $299.95 USD.

join the guitarist on the couch Bring your MIDI gear into the wireless age with the MidAir™ system. Comprised of a portable transmitter and receiver, the MidAir allows you to wirelessly transmit data from any device that outputs MIDI data—keyboards, drum machines, electronic drums and more. Just plug the battery-powered transmitter into the MIDI Out port on your controller of choice and connect the receiver to the MIDI In port on the device you’d like to control, and you’re set. As a 2.4 GHz wireless device, the MidAir enables you to interface MIDI hardware at distances up to 30 feet with the same feel and response as a wired unit. The MidAir receiver includes a USB port and functions as a class-compliant 1 x 1 MIDI interface, so you can also wirelessly control soft synths from your favorite MIDI controller. Control It All

Designed for both studio and stage applications, the MidAir system makes it possible to control everything from keyboards and sound modules to multi-effects units and stage lighting rigs wirelessly. The system works with any with any devices that send and receive MIDI data. Onstage, you can turn your favorite keyboard or MIDI instrument into a wireless controller and control an entire rack of MIDI gear without cables. In the studio, the MidAir system is the perfect way to eliminate excess clutter and long cable runs.

Have you ever wondered what your favorite keyboard patch sounds like in the audience? With the MidAir system, it’s no problem to just pick up your MIDI controller with attached MidAir transmitter and check out your sounds from the floor. You can also control onstage effects from the FOH mix position or vice versa.

Much like wireless phones, MidAir automatically switches channels to insure a clear and unique signal. This means that you can use multiple MidAir systems in the same stage or studio environment.

Tempo-based effects are among the most exciting things you can add to your guitar, bass or keyboard—and more and more guitar and bass effects are offering this functionality. But trying to sync multiple units has traditionally required running MIDI cables from a master keyboard or clock source to each player’s effects unit—including trying to find cables long enough. With the MidAir, you can achieve the same functionality without those extra cables. Imagine the creative possibilities of being able to control the timing of your band’s effects units from a single keyboard, MIDI instrument or computer. (Multiple MidAir systems and appropriate multi-port interface or splitter are required.)

Series II MIDI Driver Installation Instructions for Windows Vista (32 bit)

This guide is a walk through for installing the available driver for all Series II MIDI devices under Windows Vista (32 bit). All Series II MIDI devices are class compliant for Windows Vista. This means that no driver is required for basic operation. Windows Vista users can download and install an M-Audio driver if they wish to (1) use a Series II MIDI device with more than one application at the same time, (2) use the device to send or receive long SysEx (system exclusive) commands, (3) use advanced MIDI data (such as MTC quarter frame, song select, or song pointer messages), or (4) simultaneously use other class-compliant USB devices with audio capabilities.

Do not connect your MIDI Controller to your computer yet! The driver installer should be run first!

1. Download the latest driver for your MIDI Controller from the M-Audio driver download page and save it to your Desktop.

If this is the first time you are installing a driver for your MIDI device on your computer, please skip the uninstallation instructions and go to step 3 of this guide.

Double-click the downloaded driver installation file, if a "User Account Control" window appears, click "Continue". If a MIDI driver is currently installed on your system, it will need to be removed before a new driver can be installed. In this case, starting the installer file will bring you to the screen shown below. Click "Next".

2. Once "Maintenance Complete" is displayed, click "Finish".

3. Double-click the downloaded driver installation file (again), if a "User Account Control" window appears, click "Continue". The following screen will be displayed:

4. Click "Next". The License Agreement window will appear (see below):

5. Once you've reviewed the licensing agreement, click the radio button next to "I accept the terms of the license agreement", then click "Next" to continue and "Install" in the window that opens after this.

If a Windows Security window appears, click "Install".

6. Click "Finish" in the last screen of the driver installation program.

7. Connect your MIDI Controller to an available USB port on your computer.

Shortly after connecting the device, it will display a “Installing device driver software" window.

The drivers are now loading. When finished, it will display "Your new devices are ready to use".

8. Your MIDI Controller is now installed and ready to use.

We live in a wireless world and now your keyboard controller can go wireless too.

M-Audio Announces New Line Of Wireless MIDI Controllers

Series II MIDI Driver Installation Instructions for Windows Vista (32 bit)