USER GUIDE (ENGLISH)
Introduction
Box Contents
Axiom AIR Mini 32; Mini-USB cable; Software Download Card; User Guide; Safety & Warranty Manual
Support
For complete system requirements, compatibility information, and product registration, visit the support
section of the M-Audio website: m-audio.com/support.
Quick Start
Setup Scenario 1
Computer
1.
Use the included USB cable to connect your Axiom AIR Mini 32 to an available USB port on your
computer. (If you are connecting to a USB hub, ensure that it is a powered hub.) When connected
properly, and when your computer is on, Axiom's Sustain, Edit, and Octave buttons will illuminate.
2.
Open your digital audio workstation (DAW).
3.
You may need to open your DAW's Preferences and select your Axiom as the control surface or
device. See your software's documentation for more information.
Recommended Downloads
To get the most out of your Axiom, we recommend downloading and installing the following files from their
respective websites:
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Software: We've included Pro Tools | First M-Audio Edition, VIP, and Ableton Live Lite with your
Axiom AIR Mini 32 so you can get started making music with professional software right out of the
box. For Pro Tools | First M-Audio Edition and VIP, register your Axiom on m-audio.com, and follow
the install instructions in your User Account. For installing Ableton Live Lite, follow the instructions on
the included Ableton Live Lite software download card. Also, visit
available software updates.
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Virtual Instruments: Follow the instructions on the software download card for installing the included
virtual instrument plugins. After installation, most DAWs will not load virtual instrument plugins
automatically. In order to access the virtual instrument plugins with Pro Tools | First M-Audio Edition
and Ableton Live Lite, you will need to choose the plugin folder for the software to scan:
Pro Tools | First M-Audio Edition (AAX) plugin folders:
Windows (32-bit): C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Avid\Audio\Plug-Ins
Windows (64-bit): C:\Program Files\Common Files\Avid\Audio\Plug-Ins
macOS: Macintosh HD/Library/Application Support/Avid/Audio/Plug-Ins
Headphones
Setup Scenario 2
Computer
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Monitors
USB
MIDI IN
MIDI OUT
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USB Audio Interface
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