http://www.m-audio.com/products/en_us/Axiom61-main.html

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I like it so far...now if I can get it programmed the way I want it..

It works great with my Laptop..The built in MIDI interface is great, and USB powered helps out too..

I have been able to play my sequences with my soft synths, and real play with other soft synths[4 zones]..set with quick changes of the zones for different instrumentation...Check out the link DNJ posted..

I was trying to decide between the Roland[Edirol] PCR800[very similar]...waiting to hear from Don Mason..but he is traveling....so I went for the stocked Axiom 61..

Fran,
Just got back. I like the Edirol a lot, but I have never tried the Axiom. Sorry I couldn't get back to you in time.
DonM

How would you describe the action..? Website says 'semi-weighted'...

Heavier than the G70? ...Lighter?

Diki, probably lighter than the G70..keys are shorter than the G70 also...Playing the G70, is much more enjoyable, as expected..

The resistance[keys], is similar to the A37, maybe a little more...

The Edirol is closer to the PSR3000, maybe a little better. Very light and responsive. If you're a piano player you won't like it.
DonM

If any of you guys get your hands on the PCR-800 please share you thoughts with me. I'm very interested in this unit. For the price it "appears" to be one hell of a midi controller--with bonus software for just a few hundred bucks. It looks like a great answer to that "extra computer" I've got laying around.

I'm also very interested in the software synth that ships with the PCR series and how it sounds. Anyways, if anyone test drives one please share your impressions with me.

Thanks,
Squeak

Squeak, check out the Axiom..apparently a better feel keyboard than the PCR800[Don's view that it feels like a 3K]..and it has all the goodies..even after touch..8 velocity settings, 4 zones..touch and after touch pads etc..

Fran, M-Audio kinda scares me anymore. They haven't really had a good track record lately for "reliable" equipment. If the semi-weigthed keys on this unit are the same as those on the M-Audio Keystation 61 ES.., then my interest would be gone.

M-Audio has had a lot of complaints regarding the inconsistent velocity levels with their midi controller, as well as numerous quality control issues.

I'd rather spend my money with a company like Roland/Edirol who has a much better history, and I trust their products.

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