25 piano-style, semi-weighted keys > musically satisfying playing experience 
8 smooth rotary encoders and 1 mixer-style fader > hands-on control over your DAW 
angled top panel and backlit LCD screen > better ergonomics on stage and in the studio 
DirectLink mode > automatically map onboard controls to DAW mixer parametersno complex setup required 
Axiom Instrument Maps > instant access to virtual instrument parameters for a hardware synth-like experience

The compact M-Audio Axiom 25 mobile controller combines all the production power and performance you need to get the most from your music software and MIDI gear. More than just a data entry controller, the Axiom 25 features piano-style, semi-weighted keys for a musically satisfying playing experienceyet its small enough to fit in a backpack. Large dynamic trigger pads make it easy to program beats and trigger one-shot sampleswhile the encoder knobs and buttons deliver complete real-time control over your software. DirectLink mode provides easy, automatic access to common DAW functions* including transport, mixer, track pan, and virtual instrument parametersno complicated setup required. The Axiom 25 controller even features a sleek, angled top panel for easy viewing in any environment.