--- product_id: 49567779 title: "midiplus AK490 MIDI Keyboard Controller" brand: "midiplus" price: "SAR 168" currency: SAR in_stock: false reviews_count: 11 url: https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/49567779-midiplus-ak490-midi-keyboard-controller store_origin: SA region: Saudi Arabia --- # 49 velocity-sensitive piano-style keys Plug & play USB powered with MIDI out Pitch & modulation wheels for expressive control midiplus AK490 MIDI Keyboard Controller **Brand:** midiplus **Price:** SAR 168 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Unlock your inner maestro with pro-level feel and control—no compromises, just pure musicality. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** midiplus AK490 MIDI Keyboard Controller by midiplus - **How much does it cost?** SAR 168 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.sa](https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/49567779-midiplus-ak490-midi-keyboard-controller) ## Best For - midiplus enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted midiplus brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Sustain Pedal Ready:** Includes sustain pedal input to elevate your playing, just add your favorite pedal. - • **Authentic Piano Feel:** Semi-weighted, full-sized keys deliver a realistic playing experience without breaking the bank. - • **Compact Yet Powerful:** 49 keys cover 4 octaves—perfect for serious practice or studio production without the bulk. - • **Seamless Compatibility:** USB powered and plug-and-play with Mac OS X, Windows XP+, and major DAWs for instant creativity. - • **Expressive Control Wheels:** Pitch and modulation wheels let you add dynamic flair and nuance to your performance. ## Overview The midiplus AK490 is a 49-key MIDI keyboard controller featuring velocity-sensitive piano-style keys with semi-weighted action, pitch and modulation wheels, octave shift buttons, and a sustain pedal input. USB powered and compatible with Mac and Windows, it offers a realistic piano playing experience ideal for musicians seeking quality and simplicity in a compact form factor. ## Description AK490 is 49 key piano-style key Master keyboard controller which includes Pitch and Modulation wheels, , Octave buttons (Up & Down) and Sustain pedal input. It's powered via a single USB cable and works instantly with computer building Mac OS X or Windows XP and above. Review: im very happy with it - Being a musician for 20 years of my life ive had many didfferent keyboards etc. This one i was not expecting much from being a cheap midi keyboard, i was just after omething a little bigger than a 21 key midi controller to mess around with. It arrived much bigger than expected, actual grand piano style keys, big and chunkey and feels slightly like playing a piano with the weighted keys. The overall unit has a fair bit of weight to it, rather than it being too light. Im very impressed with it. Once i hooked it up to the PC, took about 5 mins of fiddling with settings to get Studio one 3 wired to it. Once fully operational the feel of it while playing is pretty damn good if im honest. Defo worth the buy Review: Excellent to learn the piano - This is by no means your average midi keyboard, and by that I mean you get full-sized keys deep as those of a real piano and semi-weighted action (something that's normally not available at this price point). That said this is perfect to play classical piano, Rhodes piano, and some other electric pianos. This is not meant to be used with synths, organs and other instruments where you need very light keys to be able to play fast and hard at the same time. There are no other controls besides octave selection, pitch, and modulation. I would recommend this keyboard to those who want to take piano more seriously but don't have the money for a 88 key hammer-action keyboard. It's a good way to start but bear in mind it's limitations since it's got "only" 49 keys (4 octaves). It's a very simple setup, plug and play style, i simply connected the cable to my computer then opened Cubase and it was ready to go. I like how it feels to play in it, the keys feel nice and not as springy and clicky as other keyboards at this price. It can be punishing to the fingers when playing for a long time, but again, a piano will be even more. If you don't need 50 knobs, faders and pads (or already own such devices/keyboards) then this is a great buy for that piano feel on a budget. The only con is that i wish they made a 61 key version of this. ## Features - 49-note velocity sensitive piano style key master keyboard. Pitch Wheel. Modulation Wheel. Octave Buttons(Up & Down). - MIDI out Din Jack, Sustain Switch jack (sustain pedal does not include). - ATTACHMENT: Owner's manual, USB cable ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00VHKM72Q | | Brand | Midiplus | | Brand Name | Midiplus | | Colour | White | | Compatible Devices | Computers/Laptops with compatible operating systems, potentially other devices with USB port | | Connectivity Technology | USB | | Connectivity technology | USB | | Connector Type | USB | | Control Method | Touch | | Control Type | Keyboard Controller | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 248 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 04713809432274 | | Hardware Interface | USB | | Hardware Platform | PC/Mac | | Human Interface Input | Keyboard | | Included Components | User Manual | | Instrument | Keyboard | | Instrument Key | c | | Item Weight | 7.28 Pounds | | Keyboard Description | Ergonomic | | Manufacturer | midiplus | | Manufacturer Part Number | AK490 | | Material Type | Plastic | | Model Name | AK490 | | Model Number | AK490 | | Model name | AK490 | | Number of Keys | 49 | | Number of keys | 49 | | Platform | Mac OS X, Windows XP | | Product Style | Modern | | Size | 49-Key | | Special Features | Velocity Sensitive Key | | Special feature | Velocity Sensitive Key | | Supported Software | sequencer software | | Total USB Ports | 1 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Midiplus - **Connectivity technology:** USB - **Model name:** AK490 - **Number of keys:** 49 - **Special feature:** Velocity Sensitive Key ## Images ![midiplus AK490 MIDI Keyboard Controller - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/718-pwvMeAL.jpg) ![midiplus AK490 MIDI Keyboard Controller - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/412HYGNfFWL.jpg) ![midiplus AK490 MIDI Keyboard Controller - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41UfwkiZjML.jpg) ![midiplus AK490 MIDI Keyboard Controller - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61L3nsytZ3L.jpg) ![midiplus AK490 MIDI Keyboard Controller - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61wG3QbPusL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ im very happy with it *by B***T on 13 January 2019* Being a musician for 20 years of my life ive had many didfferent keyboards etc. This one i was not expecting much from being a cheap midi keyboard, i was just after omething a little bigger than a 21 key midi controller to mess around with. It arrived much bigger than expected, actual grand piano style keys, big and chunkey and feels slightly like playing a piano with the weighted keys. The overall unit has a fair bit of weight to it, rather than it being too light. Im very impressed with it. Once i hooked it up to the PC, took about 5 mins of fiddling with settings to get Studio one 3 wired to it. Once fully operational the feel of it while playing is pretty damn good if im honest. Defo worth the buy ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent to learn the piano *by H***6 on 4 May 2019* This is by no means your average midi keyboard, and by that I mean you get full-sized keys deep as those of a real piano and semi-weighted action (something that's normally not available at this price point). That said this is perfect to play classical piano, Rhodes piano, and some other electric pianos. This is not meant to be used with synths, organs and other instruments where you need very light keys to be able to play fast and hard at the same time. There are no other controls besides octave selection, pitch, and modulation. I would recommend this keyboard to those who want to take piano more seriously but don't have the money for a 88 key hammer-action keyboard. It's a good way to start but bear in mind it's limitations since it's got "only" 49 keys (4 octaves). It's a very simple setup, plug and play style, i simply connected the cable to my computer then opened Cubase and it was ready to go. I like how it feels to play in it, the keys feel nice and not as springy and clicky as other keyboards at this price. It can be punishing to the fingers when playing for a long time, but again, a piano will be even more. If you don't need 50 knobs, faders and pads (or already own such devices/keyboards) then this is a great buy for that piano feel on a budget. The only con is that i wish they made a 61 key version of this. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Need Jak and amp *by E***R on 16 January 2019* So good so far ## Frequently Bought Together - midiplus AK490 MIDI Keyboard Controller - Sustain Pedal, Sustain Pedal for Keyboard Universal, Premium Piano Pedal for Keyboard with Polarity Switch for MIDI Keyboards, Digital Pianos, Yamaha, Casio and More, 1/4'' Input Plug by RNSXYAT - GLEAM Keyboard Stand Fit Most of 54,61 Keys and Lightweight 76,88 Keys Digital Piano (Load Capacity 50 lb) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/49567779-midiplus-ak490-midi-keyboard-controller](https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/49567779-midiplus-ak490-midi-keyboard-controller) --- *Product available on Desertcart Saudi Arabia* *Store origin: SA* *Last updated: 2026-06-14*