M-Audio Keystation 49 MK3
M-Audio
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Buy on Amazon$129 tracked on 2026-10-01. The retailer listing is the price you pay.
Our take on the M-Audio Keystation 49 MK3
The M-Audio Keystation 49 MK3 is a 49 key USB MIDI keyboard, for streamers who play virtual instruments or make music on stream. At a tracked $129 it sits at the top of its $119 to $129 range from Aug 9 to Oct 1, 2026, a $10 spread. The retailer score is 4.5 across 6,799 ratings.
It powers over USB with no drivers, so it works on a laptop or desktop and shows up in your music software. Keys are full size and velocity sensitive, with pitch and mod wheels, octave buttons, a volume fader and a sustain pedal input. The listing includes MPC Beats, Ableton Live Lite and other software. It measures 32.26 inches wide and weighs 4.9 pounds, so it needs desk room next to your keyboard. There are no pads or knobs listed.
- Plug and play over USB with no drivers
- 49 full-size velocity sensitive keys
- Software bundle includes Ableton Live Lite
- No drum pads or knobs in the feature list
- 32.26 inches wide, so it takes up desk space
Streamers reported to use it
Specs
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Compatible Devices | Laptop; PC |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 7.44"D x 32.26"W x 2.68"H |
| Size | 49-Key |
| Item Weight | 4.9 pounds |
| Model Name | KEYSTATION49MK3 |
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