Latest 6 Reviews Here is what people are saying about the M-Audio OXYGEN 8 V2 25-Key USB MIDI Controller 9900-41392-00
"Contains Lead"
2009-10-03
- Reviewed By User: A2T7NMGQX9ZE4Z
I returned this keyboard because it contains lead. What do you expect from China. The owners manual does state "Contains lead..wash your hands after use". Amazon charged me for the return shipping. I don't think this thing should have gotten into the country.
This two-octave midi controller is perfect for small spaces or travel. It fits neatly in your lap, so you don't need extra desk or table space.
It's great for jotting down ideas in a digital audio workstation -- like having a musical sketch pad. And it's full-featured enough to really fill those ideas out if you like. It even has an input for a sustain pedal, if you like using one.
I had no trouble getting it up and running. I did run the included driver disk before plugging it in (I'm running Windows XP). After the drivers were installed and the controller connected, my DAW software recognized it immediately and I was off and running.
If you connect it via USB, everything you need is in the box. If you plan to connect it with a midi cable, you'll need both the midi cable and a 12 volt DC power supply, neither of which is included. It doesn't have a battery compartment. It only runs on external power, whether from the USB connection or a power supply.
I really like that it doesn't take up much room. When I'm not using it I can stand it on end out of the way, or just tuck it on a shelf.
As other reviewers have mentioned, it does have a nice heft and it feels sturdy. The action of the keys is adequate -- I don't expect the feel of a concert grand piano at this price -- but it's more than good enough.
This is a really good choice if you're looking for a compact midi controller at a very good price.
"Great portable MIDI controller"
2009-07-10
- Reviewed By User: A17Q3TAANLX2NH
Great plug and play MIDI controller. Very portable and nice to play. No complains. Great stuff from M-Audio.
"Just what I wanted!"
2008-11-18
- Reviewed By User: AIBBDFDCZYXO
This thing is great! It plugs right into my macbook and immediately works with Garageband and Reason :) I haven't tried to plug it into my vista or linux because I only plan to use it with my macbook but right away you don't need any software drivers or anything to make it work.
It's much smaller than my 4' old Casio keyboard which is why i bought it and i don't regret buying it :) The Ableton software it came with is kind of crappy and not intuitive at all compared to what I already have, so I ditched it. But I didn't buy this for the free additional software it comes with. I bought it so I could bring it to me and my mac instead of bring my mac and me over to it (like my old fuller sized keyboard >.> ) and it's just the perfect size for that.
"Problems M-Audio Oxygen 8 v2"
2008-09-12
- Reviewed By User: AO32RGUU3JJJS
I purchased an M-Audio Oxygen 8v2 here in Baltimore and have had nothing but problems. The Ableton really sucks and I wonder why they are pushing Ableton. The tech person at M-Audio told me to try Music Creator by Cakewalk with my system and maybe it would help. I purchased it and was able to get the sound to come out (previously no sound would come out), but when I would exit the program and come back, there would be no sound from a saved file previously recorded. I have changed settings and even upgraded my computer. The store would not take the product back, and I have decided to make life easier on myself by buying no more M-Audio products. It is difficult to get into their tech support as they keep you holding on the line. I think if people started boycotting computer products and companies that give us nightmares, the companies would be more willing to make products and software that synchronize (too much expansion too soon due to greed and mismanagement) and work more efficiently for people. They make these products quickly for money's sake and don't care whether you have problems, and it has worsened over the years. I will not buy any more M-Audio products. This was not a plug and play product, right out of the box product for me. I will buy another product which will make my life easier.
"Excellent product! Fast transaction!"
2008-08-08
- Reviewed By User: ANP2JOX7G3SS3
Absolutely love it. I've been using MIDI for nearly 10 years now. This is my first compact MIDI controller and it's actually really really nice. And the software that comes with it is pretty fun.
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"Contains Lead"
"It's like a musical sketchpad"