ICON Pro Audio introduces the Artist and Artist X MIDI Keyboard Controller Series
ICON Pro Audio introduces 2 new MIDI keyboard controller series: The Artist Series and the Artist X Series. Both series feature full metal construction, USB-C connectivity, MIDI output jack, expression & sustain pedal TRS connectors, pitch- and mod-wheel and comprehensive bundled software. The Artist X Series adds professional DAW integration, a backlit LED touch fader 18 assignable LED buttons and illuminated transport controls. Available in 25, 37, 49, 61, or 88-key configurations, both Artist Series adapt to any production environment, from portable setups to full-scale studios.
Artist X Series Features:
• 25, 37, 49, 61, 88 – note velocity-sensitive piano style keys
• Transpose/Octave up and down buttons
• Dual function encoder knob (Enter & rotate)
• 11-segment LED surrounding the encoder to indicate the rotating position (Volume & Pan).
• Modulation and pitch wheels
• Customize velocity curves using iMAP software
• MIDI output jack
• Expression & sustain pedal TRS connectors
• Sustain pedal connector polarity reversible
• Ergonomic Slim Profile and Left-Side Control Cluster
• High-Speed USB-C & ARM Chip Stability
• Ability to MIDI map physical controls with iMAP software or MIDI Learn mode
• Firmware upgrade available simply via USB-C connection and iMap software.
• Class-compliant with Windows 7-11, and Mac OS (no drivers needed)
• USB 2.0 high speed connectivity
• Firmware upgrade available simply via USB-C connection and iMap software.
• DAW control capability (Mackie Control & HUI)
• 18 assignable LED buttons
• 1 backlit LED touch fader
• Illuminated transport controls
• Robust metal casing with Kensington lock port
• Bundled with Native Instruments Hybrid Keys and Bitwig 8 Track DAW

