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  • Page 1: User Guide

    Axiom 25-49-61 Advanced Semi-Weighted USB MIDI Controller User Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ..............5 What’s in the Box? .
  • Page 3 Introduction...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Axiom Line User Guide Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your M-Audio Axiom MIDI controller keyboard. Your new keyboard provides extensive control of virtual instruments, DAWs, hardware synthesizers, samplers and any other MIDI-compatible device. The eight fully assignable pads give you the ability to trigger samples and loops separately from the keyboard in real-time. The eight fully assignable endless rotary encoders allow for instant control of your software’s features and can pick up just where you left off.

  • Page 5: Section 1: Getting Started

    Section 1: Getting Started 1.1 Axiom Keyboards Overview 1.1.1 Top Panel Overview 1.1.2 Back Panel Overview 1.1.3 Control Definitions These controls are referred by name throughout this manual. LCD display Numeric Keypad (Axiom 49/61 15: MIDI OUT port only) Sliders (Axiom 49/61 only) 16: MIDI IN port Octave buttons Encoders...

  • Page 6: Setup

    (Windows 98, Me, NT or 2000 not supported) M-Audio suggests you also check the minimum system requirements for your software, as they may be greater than the above. USB hubs are not supported. M-Audio suggests that you connect directly to one of your computer’s built in USB ports.

  • Page 7: Power Supply

    1.5 Power Supply If you are using your Axiom with a computer via its USB port, there is no need for an external power supply. Your Axiom will draw its power from the computer. However, if you are intending to use your Axiom without connecting to a computer’s USB port, then you will need to use an external power supply.
  • Page 8 Axiom Line User Guide Advanced A number of advanced functions on the Axiom 25 are accessed from the keyboard itself. These functions are listed above the keys on the front panel of the unit. To use any one of these functions, first press the Advanced button. The button will light indicating that the keyboard is now in Advanced Function mode.

  • Page 9: The Keyboard

    2.1 The Keyboard When you play the keyboard, MIDI note messages are sent. These messages are read by your computer software or external MIDI gear and used to generate sound accordingly. 2.1.1 Velocity Curve Every time you press a key, a MIDI note message is sent with a velocity value between 0 and 127; this value specifies how hard you pressed the key.

  • Page 10: Midi Channel

    Axiom Line User Guide 2.1.3 Transpose The Octave buttons can also be used to transpose your keyboard. Some players like to play in a particular key like C or F, for example. Transpose lets you change the pitch you are controlling and continue to play in the key that is most comfortable for you. It is possible to transpose up or down by as much as 12 MIDI notes (or semitones).

  • Page 11: Program And Bank Changes

    2.3 Program and Bank Changes Program messages (commonly referred to as program changes) are used to select different instrument sounds in a MIDI device. Program messages cover a range of 128 instruments. These instruments are accessed by sending program numbers 0 to 127. Some MIDI devices have more than 128 instruments.

  • Page 12: Midi Controller Messages

    Axiom Line User Guide 2.4 MIDI Controller Messages There are 128 MIDI controller messages that are used for controlling the MIDI-adjustable parameters in your software or on your external MIDI gear. Examples of these controllable parameters include volume, pan, expression, reverb, chorus and portamento. Each of the controls on your Axiom keyboard is able to send any of the 128 standard MIDI controller messages to control such parameters.
  • Page 13 2.4.2 Programming the Controls on Your Axiom When programming a physical controller on your Axiom, the controller that was last used will be the first one selected for programming. To select a different physical controller for programming, use one of the following two methods: Method 1: 25-, 49- and 61-note versions: Move the physical controller you wish to program, or press the assignable button or pad.

  • Page 14: Section 3: Advanced Features

    -/+ buttons as you power up the keyboard. Important Note: When you perform this reset, all of the factory presets are lost. To restore the factory presets, please use the Enigma software, available as a free download at www.m-audio.com. Section 3: Advanced Features In section 2 we saw how to use the keyboard, send program and bank changes, and assign MIDI controllers to the various controls on your Axiom.
  • Page 15 3.1.1 Limiting the Range of Controllers It is possible to limit the range of the sliders, aftertouch strip, expression pedal or encoders on your Axiom. This is achieved using the extra data parameters for the controller as follows: 49- and 61-note versions: Set the physical controller to transmit a MIDI controller message as described in section 2.4.2.

  • Page 16: Recollection And Storage Of Your Control Setups

    Axiom Line User Guide 3.2 Recollection and Storage of Your Control Setups Once you have programmed the controls of your Axiom, you can store your setup into one of the 20 memory locations the Axiom offers. The 20 locations are accessed using the Store and Recall buttons. Use the Store button to write your control setups to a memory location.
  • Page 17 Memory Dump feature which sends a MIDI SysEx dump to the connected device. You can record the SysEx data to a MIDI track on a sequencer, or we recommend using M-Audio’s Enigma software to store and manage you Axiom controller presets.

  • Page 18: How To Avoid Jumping Parameters

    Axiom Line User Guide 3.2.3 Device ID On the 49- and 61-note versions, you can define the device ID of your specific Axiom keyboard when sending a SysEx memory dump. The device ID is used to distinguish between any number of connected Axiom keyboards, if you own more than one. The 25-note version does not have a device ID feature and so the device ID remains hard coded at 127.

  • Page 19: The Rotary Encoders

    3.4 The Rotary Encoders As mentioned in section 2 it is possible to assign the rotary encoders to any MIDI controller message listed in Appendix C. When the encoders are assigned to MIDI controllers, they work in the same way as the sliders on the Axiom 49 and 61—when the minimum or maximum limit is reached, no more data is sent until you turn the dial the other way.

  • Page 20: Pressure Pads

    Axiom Line User Guide 3.4.1 Acceleration Curves There are three acceleration curves (C1-3) which define the relationship between how fast you turn the endless encoder and the value increment/decrement that is sent out. It is also possible to turn the acceleration curve OFF so that regardless of how quickly or slowly you turn the dial, the value will only increment/decrement by 1 per step.
  • Page 21 25-note version: Select the pad as described in section 2. < Press the Advanced button. < Press the Ctrl Assign key. < The LCD display will flash the currently assigned controller for the pad. < Enter 147 for Note on/off (press/release), or 148 for note on/off toggle <...
  • Page 22 Axiom Line User Guide The LCD display will flash the currently assigned note for the pad. < Enter the note number you want the pad to transmit using the numeric keypad. < Press the Enter key to confirm. < Press the Advanced button again. <...

  • Page 23: Controlling Several Devices At The Same Time

    25-note version: Press the Advanced button. < Press the Curve key twice. < The LCD will show “Pd” on the small 2-digit display as well as the currently selected velocity curve on the < 3-digit display. The current curve is preceded by a C if a curve is selected, or ‘F’ if a fixed velocity* is selected. Enter the new curve number using the numeric data entry keys or use the -/+ keys to step through the <...
  • Page 24 Axiom Line User Guide 3.6.1 Zones The Zone feature on your Axiom is used to control several different sound devices at the same time. In doing so, you can create splits, layers, harmony effects and more. For example, you can split the keyboard on your Axiom so your left hand plays a bass sound and your right hand plays a piano sound.
  • Page 25 3.6.4 Zone Range The Zone Range defines the upper and lower limits of the keys contained in a zone. To set the range of a zone: Press the Zone Range button. The LED in the Zone/Group button lights to indicate that Zone/Group mode is <...
  • Page 26 Axiom Line User Guide 3.6.7 Individual Channel Assignments of Controls Every physical controller on your Axiom can be assigned to its own individual channel, allowing you to control several instruments at the same time. It is also possible to tie a physical controller to a zone or to the Global Channel. To assign the transmit channel for a control: 49- and 61-note versions: Select the physical controller as described in section 2.4.2.

  • Page 27: Group A Controls

    3.7 Group A Controls Note: For information on Group A memory recall, please review section 3.2.1. The term “Group A controls” refers to the pitch bend wheel, modulation wheel, aftertouch, sustain pedal and expression pedal. Each of these controls differs from other controls on your Axiom because these can be programmed to be active or inactive in each zone independently.

  • Page 28: Example Of Control Functionality

    Axiom Line User Guide 3.8 Example of Control Functionality 3.8.1 Setting Toggle Values for the Buttons The assignable buttons and the pedals can each be assigned to toggle between two MIDI controller message values. You may for example want to send out value 15 when you first press the button followed by value 74 when you press the button for a second time.
  • Page 29 3.8.2 Assigning MMC Messages to a Button MIDI Machine Control messages are used by some devices and software to control transport functions such as Stop, Play and Record. The Transport controls on your Axiom keyboard can be setup to send MMC messages, however it is important to note, that not all MIDI devices or software applications respond to MMC messages.
  • Page 30 Axiom Line User Guide 3.8.3 Assigning RPN/NRPN Messages to a Fader or Encoder Many of today’s synthesizers and music applications can receive and process RPN and NRPN MIDI messages to allow control of an array of useful settings and features. However, RPN/NRPN messages are different from most other MIDI data as they consist of two or more MIDI messages that have to be sent in sequence.

  • Page 31: Section 4: Usage Examples

    Section 4: Usage Examples 4.1 MIDI Out from USB Function MIDI Out from USB can be used to switch the source of the MIDI data seen at the MIDI Out port of your Axiom. On initial power up, MIDI Out from USB mode is off. This means that as you play your Axiom, MIDI data will be sent to the MIDI Out port.

  • Page 32: Recording Your Performance On A Sequencer

    Axiom Line User Guide To control MIDI out from USB mode: 49- and 61-note versions: Press Data 2 and Data 3 together to change the MIDI Out setting to MIDI Out from USB. < You will see a MIDI plug symbol appear on the LCD display. <...

  • Page 33: Controlling A Sound Module From The Computer

    4.3 Controlling a Sound Module from the Computer By turning on MIDI Out from USB mode (section 4.1), the data coming into the Axiom from the computer will go directly out of the MIDI Out port and trigger the sounds in the external sound module. This means that your Axiom is effectively acting as a USB to MIDI interface.

  • Page 34: Rpn/Nrpns Explained

    If you are still having trouble with any of the features on the Axiom, please consult the following Troubleshooting Guide, which answers some frequently asked questions. If you are still not able to find the answer you are looking for, please feel free to contact M-Audio technical support for further assistance.

  • Page 35: Section 6: Troubleshooting

    ASIO driver if available. For more information on latency reduction please consult the knowledgebase at http://www.m-audio.com. < If you feel that you may need to upgrade your soundcard, please visit http://www.m-audio.com. < Section 6: Troubleshooting...

  • Page 36: Section 7: Contact

    Sales e-mail: ..... . . sales@m-audio.com e-mail: ....info@m-audio.de tel: .

  • Page 37: Section 8: Technical Info

    Section 9: Warranty Terms and Registration Warranty Terms M-Audio warrants products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship, under normal use and provided that the product is owned by the original, registered user. Visit www.m-audio.com/warranty for terms and limitations applying to your specific product.

  • Page 38: Section 10: Appendices

    Axiom Line User Guide Section 10: Appendices Appendix A - MIDI IMPLEMENTATION CHART Function Transmitted Received Remarks Basic :Default 1-16 Channel:Changed 1-16 :Default --------- Mode :Messages :Altered ********* Note 0-127 Number:True Voice ********* Velocity: Note ON : Note OFF Aftertouch : Keys :Ch’s Pitch Bend...

  • Page 39: Appendix B - Useful Midi Data Tables

    Appendix B – Useful MIDI Data Tables B1 - General MIDI Instruments – Program Change Numbers Piano Bass Reed Synth Effects 0 Acoustic Grand Piano 32 Acoustic Bass 64 Soprano Sax 96 SFX Rain 1 Bright Acoustic Piano 33 Fingered Bass 65 Alto Sax 97 SFX Soundtrack 2 Electric grand Piano...
  • Page 40 Axiom Line User Guide B2 - General MIDI Note Numbers Octave Note Numbers B3 - Roland GS And Yamaha XG NRPN Messages NRPN NRPN Data Data CC99 CC98 CC06 CC38 08 00-7F (-64 - 0 - +63) Vibrato Rate (relative change) 09 00-7F (-64 - 0 - +63) Vibrato Depth (relative change) 0A 00-7F...
  • Page 41 B4 - GM2 Reverb Types Small Room Medium Room Large Room Medium Hall Large Hall Plate B5 - GM2 Chorus Types Chorus 1 Chorus 2 Chorus 3 Chorus 4 FB Chorus Flanger B4 – General MIDI Drums – Note assignments MIDI Note Drum Sound MIDI Note...
  • Page 42 Axiom Line User Guide Appendix C - General MIDI Controller Numbers (MIDI CC's) Bank Select Gen Purpose 2 LSB Non-Reg Param LSB Modulation Gen Purpose 3 LSB Non-Reg Param MSB Breath Control Gen Purpose 4 LSB Reg Param LSB Controller 3 Controller 52 Reg Param MSB Foot Control...

  • Page 43: Appendix D - Assignable Controller Numbers To Linear Controllers

    Appendix D – Assignable Controller Numbers to Linear Controllers This table applies to the following controls on your Axiom: Sliders < Aftertouch strip < Pitch bend wheel < Modulation wheel < Expression pedal < MIDI CC Description Data 1 Data 2 Data 3 0-119 Standard MIDI CC's...
  • Page 44 Axiom Line User Guide Appendix E – Assignable Controller Numbers to Non-Linear Controllers This table applies to the following controls on your Axiom: Assignable buttons (Axiom 49/61 only) < Transport controls < Sustain pedal < MIDI CC Description Data 1 Data 2 Data 3 0-119...

  • Page 45: Appendix F - Assignable Controller Numbers To Rotary Encoders

    Appendix F – Assignable Controller Numbers to Rotary Encoders This table only applies to the Rotary encoders on your Axiom MIDI CC Description Data 1 Data 2 Data 3 0-119 Standard MIDI CC's 120-127 Channel Mode Messages Pitch Bend Sensitivity Channel Fine Tune Channel Coarse Tune Channel Pressure...

  • Page 46: Appendix G - Assignable Controller Numbers To Pressure Pads

    Axiom Line User Guide Appendix G – Assignable Controller Numbers to Pressure Pads This table only applies to the pressure Pads on your Axiom MIDI CC Description Data 1 Data 2 Data 3 0-119 Standard MIDI CC's 120-127 Channel Mode Messages Pitch Bend Range Channel Fine Tune Channel Coarse Tune...

  • Page 47: Appendix H - Hexadecimal Conversion Chart

    Appendix H - Hexadecimal Conversion Chart Hexadecimal value Decimal value Hexadecimal value Decimal value Hexadecimal value Decimal value Section 10: Appendices...

  • Page 48: Appendix I - Factory Presets

    Axiom Line User Guide Appendix I – Factory Presets Your M-Audio Axiom keyboard comes with 20 preset setups which allow you to use the keyboard controller with supported software right out of the box. See section 3.2 for instructions on how to load a factory preset.
  • Page 49 Preset 5: Way Out Ware TimewARP 2600 To use this preset: Click on the TimewARP 2600 logo. < Select Load MIDI map. < Select the default map and click OK. < The trigger pads are assigned to send controller data in this preset. The pads on the left will control the filter cut-off and resonance.
  • Page 50 © 2006 Avid Technology, Inc. All rights reserved. Product features, specifications, system requirements and availability are subject to change without notice. Avid and M-Audio are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Avid Technology, Inc. All other trademarks contained herein are the property of their...

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