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Description
Elevate your music production journey with the M-Audio Axiom AIR Mini 32 MIDI Controller, a powerhouse of creativity designed for musicians who thrive on the move. Its compact size belies the immense control it offers, from 32 velocity-sensitive keys to a suite of assignable knobs and pads that put the full spectrum of your sound palette right at your fingertips. With intuitive auto-mapping, the Axiom AIR Mini seamlessly integrates into your workflow, making it feel less like a tool and more like an extension of your musical intuition.
Key Features:
- 32 velocity-sensitive keys for expressive, dynamic performances
- 8 backlit pads for triggering samples and sequences
- 8 assignable knobs for manipulating effects and instruments
- Auto-mapping technology for instant software integration
- Octave up and down buttons to expand the keyboard range
- Sustain, transport, pitch bend, and mod controls for comprehensive command over your music
- Compact design, perfect for mobile producers and performers
Product specs
| Brand | M-Audio |
| Model | Axiom Air Mini 32 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller |
| Finish | Black |
| Year | 2010s |
| Categories | Keyboard MIDI Controllers |
| Analog / Digital | Digital |
| Key Size | Mini |
| Keyboard Action | Synth Action |
| MIDI I/O | USB MIDI |
| Number of Keys | 32 Keys |
| Number of Pads | 8 Pads |
FAQs
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How many keys does the M-Audio Axiom AIR Mini 32 have, and are they full-sized?
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The M-Audio Axiom AIR Mini 32 features 32 mini keys, which are smaller than standard full-sized keys, making it compact and portable for mobile music production.
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Does the M-Audio Axiom AIR Mini 32 MIDI Controller have velocity-sensitive keys?
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Yes, the M-Audio Axiom AIR Mini 32 has velocity-sensitive keys, allowing for expressive playing by responding to the speed and force with which the keys are pressed.
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What kind of connectivity does the M-Audio Axiom AIR Mini 32 offer?
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The M-Audio Axiom AIR Mini 32 connects via USB MIDI, making it compatible with most computers and DAWs for seamless music production.
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Are there any pads on the M-Audio Axiom AIR Mini 32, and how many?
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The M-Audio Axiom AIR Mini 32 includes 8 pads, which are useful for triggering samples, loops, or drum sounds in your DAW.
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Is the M-Audio Axiom AIR Mini 32 compatible with popular DAWs?
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Yes, the M-Audio Axiom AIR Mini 32 is designed to integrate easily with popular DAWs like Ableton Live, Logic Pro, and Pro Tools, among others.
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Reviews
PROS
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More range than similar 2 octave models
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Small and portable, fits in a backpack
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Compatible with major DAWs like Ableton, Reason, Logic
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Durable record/play/stop buttons
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Includes drum pads with good response
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Comes with Ableton Lite
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Ideal for beginners and amateur producers
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Versatile for both studio and mobile setups
CONS
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Keys may feel rubbery to some users
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Potential issues with change octave buttons
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May require MIDIOX for compatibility with certain DAWs
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about M-Audio Axiom AIR Mini 32 MIDI Controller.
Software and compatibility
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The M-Audio Axiom AIR Mini 32 may not be recognized on Windows 10 USB 2.0 ports but works on USB 3.0 ports.
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Disabling USB selective suspend in power settings and ensuring USB devices are not allowed to sleep can prevent disconnection issues.
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The controller operates without issue on Mac systems like GarageBand, indicating possible Windows-specific compatibility issues.
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The controller works perfectly with Magix Music Maker MX, indicating possible software-specific configuration issues with other DAWs.
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Setup and maintenance
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Users report issues when the controller remains plugged in during sleep mode; unplugging before rebooting may resolve detection problems.
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User experience
4.0 out of 5
Based on 10 Reviews and 56 Ratings
219
First off you may say you "need" full sized keys.....
But lets be real, most of the times all you are doing is banging away on plugins and looking for decent tones, you do not need to haul a full sized keyboard around in your "every day carry" backpack rig. This thing works perfectly with ableton/reason/logic and even dig the response out of the drum pads. The record/play/stop buttons have been mashed a BAZZILION times and they still work flawlessly.
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axiom
The thing I hate about studio hardware is this its bolted down or to big to carry with you so I try to combine both worlds a home studio set up with a mobile set up on the go the axiom fits straight into a bag and within minutes you can get it set up with your daw and start jamming away on chords
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Great for begginers
Bought this for pretty cheap and its perfect for beginners. I did run into a problem where the "change octave" buttons would change colour or change the octave, but after a while, they started working again. I do not know why this happened or how but my keyboard could have been faulty.
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Nice, cheap durable keyboard. A good quality instrument for any beginner or professional.
I use this to compose melodies and also use it to check if my sound design quality is sounding up to standard. However, you need to install MIDIOX to get it to work with your D.A.W if it is not compatible.
The reason I switched to Ableton
paid about $130 for it off amazon and it came with Ableton lite which is pretty awesome
Keyboard
A versatile, compact keyboard and pad controller with special music creation software.
Great ultra portable MIDI keyboard and controller.
Great product for the price, does everything you could want it to do.
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In a photo shared on Facebook, Charlie Puth is seen using the M-Audio Axiom AIR Mini 32 MIDI Controller, highlighting its role in his music production setup.
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Bruno Mars posts a photo of the studio gear setup he's using in his hotel room. The MIDI controller keyboard he's using is the M-Audio Axiom AIR Mini 32. He says, "Day off! Damn near midnight and I'm in my hotel room making monster beats yo! #WhenImOffImOnOne #ThinkAboutIt #Blessings #LicksLips"
Paris Blohm shares a photo of his hotel studio setup, which consists of his MacBook Pro running FL Studio, black V-Moda headphones, and the M-Audio Axiom AIR Mini 32 MIDI Controller keyboard.
In an Instagram post captioned "Studio before studio #GTAupinLA," GTA features the M-Audio Axiom AIR Mini 32 MIDI Controller, visible in their studio setup.
Perfect size, the AIR Mini fits perfectly snug between Silver Disco's keyboard and Big Knob when it use. Used for making those smooth chords with the various VST's he uses as well as channeling the MIDI into external rack mount units via the audio interface.
He posted a picture of it on instagram
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