M-Audio Axiom 61, Axiom 25, Axiom 49 User Guide
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Axiom DirectLink for Logic Pro
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Contents
Chapter 1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
DirectLink Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Chapter 2. Installation and Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Chapter 3. Axiom Controls with DirectLink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Chapter 4. Instrument Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Setting Up Instrument Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Using Instrument Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Appendix A. DirectLink Control Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
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Chapter 1: Introduction
This guide covers DirectLink, which automatically maps Axiom® controls to common functions in Logic Pro
9.1 and later
eration with a level of integration that makes Axiom feel like a “dedicated” hardware controller.
Once Logic Pro has been launched, DirectLink is activated in its default state which is Mixer Mode. In Mixer
Mode, Axiom faders, buttons and knobs are mapped to Logic Pro mixer functions such as track and master
channel volume, as well as the pan, track selection, mute, solo, and record arm, as explained in Chapter 3,
“Axiom Controls with DirectLink.”
Although Mixer mode provides effective control of the Logic Pro Mixer, Axiom DirectLink also gives you
hands on control over any virtual instrument in your project. The first step towards controlling virtual instruments within your project is selecting a “target” track using the dedicated Track “<“ and “>” buttons.
The target track determines which track Axiom will control. If there is a virtual instrument in the target track,
pressing the Instrument button (Inst) instantly maps all Axiom controls to the most useful parameters. Each
Logic instrument has a corresponding Axiom Instrument Map. Axiom Instrument Maps are available for
download and installation at www.m-audio.com/drivers. Further information about Axiom Instrument Maps
can be found in Chapter 4, “Instrument Mode.”
. DirectLink offers two-way communication with Logic Pro, featuring two distinct modes of op-
Whenever DirectLink is switched to Instrument mode, the Instrument button will also illuminate to confirm
that you are controlling an instrument. Pressing the Patch Up and Down buttons scrolls through patches to
audition and select sounds in the targeted instrument. Pressing either of the Track buttons targets an adjacent
track, allowing you to switch from one instrument to another.
Pressing the Instrument button a second time returns Axiom to Mixer mode. While in Instrument Mode,
holding the Shift button and pressing the Instrument button opens the virtual instrument window. This lets
you to see the on-screen controls update in real time as mapped Axiom controls are used. Holding down the
Shift button then pressing Instrument button again, closes instrument windows.
Instrument Mode has no affect on the Axiom Transport buttons, and they will remain mapped to their counterparts in Logic Pro.
Although this introduction explains how DirectLink with Axiom can enhance your workflow, please take the
time to read the rest of this User Guide. Combined with the Axiom User Guide, it will explain how to get the
most out of your Axiom Keyboard in Logic Pro.
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DirectLink Requirements
System Requirements
The latest system requirements can be found at www.m-audio.com.
Logic Pro Software
DirectLink requires Logic Pro version 9.1 or later. Earlier versions of Logic Pro do not support DirectLink. To
learn more about upgrading your Logic Pro software, please visit http://www.apple.com.
Axiom Hardware
DirectLink requires that Axiom is connected to the host computer, and this guide assumes the process has already been completed. The installation and connection procedure, is covered in the Axiom User Guide.
A list of qualified recording applications, along with current drivers, DirectLink installers and User Guides
can be found at www.m-audio.com.
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Chapter 2: Installation and Configuration
Before beginning the DirectLink installation, please make sure Axiom is connected to the host computer, and
that Logic Pro is not running. The instructions below will indicate when Logic Pro should be launched.
To install DirectLink and configure Logic Pro:
1 Download the latest DirectLink installer for Logic Pro from www.m-audio.com/drivers.
2 Locate and double-click on the installer icon then follow the on-screen instructions.
3 Once the installation is complete, launch Logic Pro.
4 Navigate to the Logic Pro menu > Preferences > Control Surfaces > Setup.
5 Choose “New” and double-click “Axiom” (for Axiom 49 or 61) or “Axiom 25” as appropriate.
6 Close the Control Surfaces window.
7 Axiom will be in DirectLink Mode and ready to control Logic Pro.
Whenever Logic Pro is launched, DirectLink will activate automatically and map Axiom controls.
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This chapter provides an overview of how Axiom controls function when controlling qualified versions of
Logic Pro via DirectLink. Where applicable, both Mixer and Instrument Mode will be covered.
1 Shift Button
This button is used to access alternate functions of the Faders, Encoder knobs and Instrument button, as
well as the Mute and Track (< and >) buttons, as described later in this chapter.
2 Instrument Button (Inst)
DirectLink offers two different modes of operation as described below.
Mixer Mode
This is the default DirectLink mode, in which Axiom Faders, Encoder knobs, and Fader buttons are
mapped to their corresponding Logic Pro mixer functions.
When a mapped Axiom control is used, its parameter assignment and numerical or positional value will
appear on the LCD screen. After one second the screen will revert to the track name.
Pressing the Instrument button at any time switches Axiom controls to Instrument Mode.
Instrument Mode
Pressing the Instrument button (Inst) selects Instrument Mode. The LCD screen will momentarily display
the name of the instrument being controlled, and then revert to the target track name. This maps Axiom
Faders, Fader buttons, and Encoder knobs to instrument parameters within the target track in your Logic
Pro project.
The target track determines the destination of MIDI notes and control data transmitted from your Axiom
keyboard.
When a mapped Axiom control is used, its parameter assignment and numerical or positional value will
appear on the LCD screen. After one second the screen will revert to the track name.
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Pressing the Instrument button again will return Axiom to Mixer Mode. While in Instrument Mode, holding down the Shift button and pressing the Instrument button will open and close the active instrument
window.
Axiom Transport, Shift, Track select and Mute/Solo buttons are not affected by the Instrument button,
and retain their assignments in both Mixer and Instrument Mode.
3 Group F Button
The Group F button is illuminated by default, indicating that all nine Axiom faders and fader buttons
(F 1–1 8) are in DirectLink mode. When this button is presse d, it is no longer lit, and the f aders and buttons
are released from their DirectLink assignments, and mapped according to the active Patch.
Pressing the Group F button again returns all controls to their DirectLink assignments. The button also illuminates confirming the group is in DirectLink Mode.
4Faders
Mixer Mode (Default)
On Axiom 49 and 61, the first eight Faders (F1 – F8) control the track volume for the
currently selected bank of eight tracks. The active bank (for example 1 – 8) is highlighted along the left edge of the Logic Pro mixer, as shown in the illustration.
The right-most Fader (F9) and the single Fader on Axiom 25 will map to the Master
Fader of the Logic Pro project.
When an Axiom fader is moved, the current function or parameter assignment, and
its value will appear on the LCD screen.
Instrument Mode
The faders map to parameters on the virtual instrument within the target track.
When an Axiom fader is moved, the current function or parameter assignment, and
its value will appear on the LCD screen.
Moving an Axiom Fader while holding down the Shift button allows you to view or
“peek” at its current parameter assignment and value.
5 Fader Buttons
Mixer Mode (Default)
On Axiom 49 and 61, the first eight buttons (F10 – F17) map to the currently selected bank of eight tracks
in Logic Pro, and by default each button targets its corresponding track when pressed.
Pressing the right-most button (F18) switches buttons F10 – F17 to Mute mode. The LCD screen will display “Mute,” indicating the current mode of operation. Each button illuminates when pressed, and its corresponding track is muted.
Pressing button F18 again switches buttons F10 – F17 to Solo mode, and the LCD screen will display
“Solo.” Each button illuminates when pressed, and its corresponding track is soloed while all others are
muted.
Pressing F18 another time switches buttons F10 – F17 to Record Arm mode, and the LCD screen will display “Arm.” Each button illuminates when pressed, and its corresponding track is armed for recording.
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Instrument Mode
Buttons F10 – F17 map to virtual instrument parameters within the target track.
When a mapped Axiom button is pressed, the current function or parameter assignment, and its value will
appear on the LCD screen.
Fader button F18 will be lit while DirectLink is in Instrument mode. Pressing this button “flips” the faders
and fader buttons back to Mixer mode, while the Encoders remain in Instrument mode. Pressing F18 a second time returns the faders and buttons to Instrument mode.
6 Group E Button
The Group E button is illuminated by default, indicating that all eight Axiom Encoder knobs (E1–E8) are
in DirectLink mode. When this button is pressed, it is no longer lit, and the knobs are released from their
DirectLink assignments, and mapped according to the current active preset Patch.
Pressing the Group E button again returns all controls to their DirectLink assignments. The button also illuminates confirming the group is in DirectLink Mode.
Pressing the Group E button does not release the Axiom Transport buttons from DirectLink.
7 Encoder Knobs
Mixer Mode
On Axiom 49 and 61, the Encoder knobs (E1 – E8) control the Pan knobs in the Logic Pro Mixer.
On Axiom 25 these knobs control the track volume for the currently selected bank of eight tracks.
The LCD screen will display the current track name and Pan value whenever a knob is moved.
Instrument Mode
The Encoder knobs map to parameters on the virtual instrument within the target track.
The LCD screen will display the current function or parameter assignment, as well as the current value
whenever a knob is moved.
Moving a control while holding down the Shift button allows you to view or “peek” at its current assignment and value.
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8Transport Buttons
In both Mixer and Instrument Modes, these buttons map to their corresponding buttons in Logic Pro and
control the functions described below.
Rewind - Holding this button rewinds the Logic Pro transport until the button is
released. Momentarily pressing this button rewinds the transport one bar at a
time.
Fast Forward - Holding this button forwards the Logic Pro transport until the button is released. Momentarily pressing this button forwards the transport one bar at
a time.
Stop - This button stops playback or recording. Pressing this button twice skips to
the beginning of the song, or the beginning of a looped section when Logic is set
to play or record in Cycle mode (See “Loop Play” button below).
Play - This button starts playback or recording.
Record - This button controls the Record button in the Logic transport.
Loop Play - Pressing the Loop button switches the transport Cycle function on and
off. This function lets you either playback the song or record multiple takes between the Loop Start and End points specified in the Logic Pro transport.
9 Mute Button
In both Mixer and Instrument mode the Mute button performs the following functions:
• By default, pressing this button mutes the target track in a Logic Pro project.
• Pressing this button while holding down the Shift button controls the Solo button for the Logic Pro
track.
10 Track Buttons
In both Mixer and Instrument Mode these buttons select the target track or bank of 8 tracks within a Logic
Pro project.
• Track Selection - The left Track button (<) targets the previous track in the project. For example, if Track
2 is currently targeted, pressing this button will target Track 1. The right Track button (>) targets the next
track. For example, if Track 2 is currently targeted, pressing this button will target Track 3. The LCD
screen will display the track name. If the target is an instrument track with a virtual instrument, it is
armed for recording, and the instrument sound is heard when the keys are pressed. If Instrument Mode
is active the controls will map to the instrument within the target track.
These buttons can also be used to target tracks outside the currently active bank of 8 tracks. For example,
if track 8 is currently targeted and the > Track button is pressed, Track 9 will be targeted. Axiom Faders
and their corresponding buttons will now control Tracks 9 – 16.
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• Bank Selection - When the Shift button is held down the left Track button (<) selects the previous bank
of 8 tracks. For example, if the bank of Tracks 9 – 16 is currently selected, pressing this button when Shift
is held down will select the bank of Tracks 1 – 8. The right Track button (> ) selects the next bank of 8
tracks. For example, if the bank of Tracks 9 – 16 is currently selected, pressing this button when Shift is
held down will select the bank of Tracks 17 – 24.
11 Zone Button
This button is used for accessing the individual Zone buttons (1, 2, 3, and 4).
Zones are used to split or layer the keyboard. When the Zone button is active, Shift, Track and Mute buttons will not function in DirectLink Mode. Pressing the Zone button returns these buttons to DirectLink.
For more information, refer to Chapter 7, “Keyboard Zones” of the Axiom User Guide.
12 Patch Buttons
These buttons are used for selecting virtual instrument sound patches when an active instrument window
is open or hidden.
Hiding an instrument window is not the same as closing it. Refer to the Logic User Manual for more information about hiding instrument or plug-in windows.
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