12 best m audio keyboard pianos

Product description

Simple Software Control Enter the world of unrestricted computer-based music creation and performance with the Keystation Mini 32 MK3 keyboard controller from M-Audio - successor to the iconic Keystation Mini 32 II. Whether you’re a seasoned pro looking for just the right controller when you’re on the go, or simply looking to get started with the right mini USB MIDI keyboard, the Keystation Mini 32 MK3 is a simple, powerful solution engineered for sequencing music and playing virtual instruments on your Mac or PC. Fusing a low-profile, ultra-portable footprint with 32 natural feeling mini-size velocity-sensitive keys and comprehensive controls that expand the range of playable notes, Keystation Mini 32 MKIII provides core control to capture every subtlety of your most expressive performance. Express Yourself Everything your production demands is thoughtfully included! Use the fully assignable octave range buttons, volume knob, dedicated pitch-bend and modulation buttons to play and perform with your music software. Keystation Mini 32 MK3 also features a sustain button for genuine piano sustain. Make Music Anywhere Lightweight, simple to configure and made-to-move. Keystation Mini 32 MK3 is USB-powered, class-compliant and supports USB-MIDI connectivity. Plus, it supports iOS connectivity with the Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter (sold separately). Pro Software Suite Included Spark that initial idea or add the finishing touch to your latest masterpiece - Keystation Mini 32 MK3 includes a premium software suite for any production discipline. With XPand!2 and ProTools | First | M-Audio Edition included you have everything you need for immediate creative potential right-out-the-box!

Requirements

• Pro Music Production Wherever You Go: USB MIDI keyboard controller with slimline footprint and 32 mini piano style velocity sensitive keys for a natural feel
• Customizable Response Mini keys with selectable velocity curves match any playing style inc’l traditional piano, synthesizer, key based beat making; pitch bend / modulation buttons add expression
• Immediate Creativity Simple plug and play connection to your Mac or PC no drivers or power supply required
• Express Yourself Octave up and down buttons for extended keyboard range, volume knob delivers smooth control and sustain button adds expressive capability
• Premium Software suite included Pro Tools, First M Audio Edition recording software / DAW and AIR Music Tech Xpand 2 multitimbral synthesizer

User questions & answers

Question:	does the midi software (velvet, xpand, and mini grand) work as plugins with Ableton 9? As a vst? or are they stand alone
Answer:	They should work both ways
Question:	What kind of usb connector is needed to connect to an iPad with (lightning cable
Answer:	I wanted to connect my Yamaha p125 to my ipad and was told to buy that ridiculously expensive Apple Camera Adapter. Instead, I bought an Amazon Basics regular USB to iPad Pro USB adapter for around 10 bucks. Works the same and a whole lot cheaper. Don't believe me? Go to Sweetwater's website and look at the demo video using the Yamaha keyboard with the ipad Pro. You can see the same adapter.
Question:	Will this work with Mac Mojave
Answer:	This is from the M-Audio website FAQ's: Will the Keystation Mini 32 MK3 work with my Windows or Mac computer? Yes! The Keystation Mini 32 MK3 is a class-compliant device, which means that it's plug-and-play and does not require any drivers to be installed. This also means that it will work and is supported on the latest operating systems, including Windows 10 and Mac 10.14. The important take-away, for everyone, is this: "The Keystation Mini 32 MK3 is a class-compliant device".
Question:	Is the 49 key semi weighted as well
Answer:	I owned the Keystation 88 II, which has the semi-weighted feel. So, rather than guess at the answer to your question, I just checked the M-Audio website. Their description says that the Keystation 49 MK3 has a synth action. That type of action, typically, is a lighter spring feel than the semi-weighted feel. I actually liked the feel,of the 88 II. I owned two of them. One lasted four years. The second unit only one and a half years. I take particularly good care of my equipment. And don’t pound on the keys. However, they both failed far too soon, in my opinion. I have switched to the Nektar brand. Only time will tell about their durability. Good luck with your choice.

Product features

Simple Software Control

Enter the world of unrestricted computer-based music creation and performance with the Keystation Mini 32 MK3 keyboard controller from M-Audio - successor to the iconic Keystation Mini 32 II. Whether you’re a seasoned pro looking for just the right controller when you’re on the go, or simply looking to get started with the right mini USB MIDI keyboard, the Keystation Mini 32 MK3 is a simple, powerful solution engineered for sequencing music and playing virtual instruments on your Mac or PC. Fusing a low-profile, ultra-portable footprint with 32 natural feeling mini-size velocity-sensitive keys and comprehensive controls that expand the range of playable notes, Keystation Mini 32 MKIII provides core control to capture every subtlety of your most expressive performance.

Express Yourself

Everything your production demands is thoughtfully included! Use the fully assignable octave range buttons, volume knob, dedicated pitch-bend and modulation buttons to play and perform with your music software. Keystation Mini 32 MK3 also features a sustain button for genuine piano sustain.

Make Music Anywhere

Lightweight, simple to configure and made-to-move. Keystation Mini 32 MK3 is USB-powered, class-compliant and supports USB-MIDI connectivity. Plus, it supports iOS connectivity with the Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter (sold separately).

Pro Software Suite Included

Spark that initial idea or add the finishing touch to your latest masterpiece - Keystation Mini 32 MK3 includes a premium software suite for any production discipline. With XPand!2 and ProTools | First | M-Audio Edition included you have everything you need for immediate creative potential right-out-the-box!

Product description

Looking to add some piano style sustain to your keyboard or controller? The M Audio SP 2 is a traditionally styled, compact and sturdy sustain pedal specifically engineered with the modern musician and producer in mind. Featuring a conveniently located polarity switch, a heavy duty, natural feeling mechanism and an ultra-portable robust design aesthetic, M Audio's SP 2 universal sustain pedal is the ultimate accompaniment to your electronic keyboard, synthesiser, MIDI controller or drum machine.

• Universal sustain pedal with chrome foot pedal for a natural, realistic pedal action
• Classic design with a conveniently located polarity switch for compatibility with all electronic keyboards
• Premium build with a robust, heavy-duty mechanism for uncompromised reliability
• Lightweight, ultra-compact aesthetic provides classic piano style sustain in portable footprint
• Specially designed rubber pads located on the pedals underside grips the floor and stays put while you play

User questions & answers

Question:	Does this pedal work with all Korg keyboards
Answer:	The pedal has reversible polarity, so it will work with all keyboards.
Question:	Does this pedal have a gradient on the sensitivity for the sustain, OR is it an on/off sustain switch
Answer:	It appears this is a simple on/off switch pedal. For continuous or gradient performance the phrases to look for in sustain pedal description are "half-damper" or "half-pedaling." If there is no indication by the manufacturer of one of those descriptions, the pedal is just an on/off switch. If your digital piano or electronic keyboard supports half-damper, then a half-damper pedal varies the nature of the sustain effect based on how far down you depress the pedal. The only half-damper pedals I have found so are the Yamaha FC3A, Roland DP-10, and Korg DS1H. The half-damper effect emulates the action on an acoustic piano of lifting the felt damping pads only part way off of the strings.
Question:	Where is the cable of the pedal
Answer:	its permanently attached to the pedal.
Question:	For a while, my pedal sustained when NOT depressed, sort of a reverse functionality, which I actually appreciated...but can't replicate. Anyone else
Answer:	According to the FAQ on the manufacturer's web site (for the SP-Double and SP-Triple), ¨Are the pedals switchable? The pedals will not have a switch to change polarity and will operate as normally open. This means that the pedal will send a value of 0 when up and a value of 127 when pressed down all the way. Different manufacturers may program their keyboards to respond to the opposite (127 when up, 0 when down) and to combat this some pedals may come with a switch to change the polarity of the pedal to match that of the keyboard. Typically, though there are ways around this without the need for the switch.¨ (The article is on the manufacture's website at: http://m-audio.com/kb/article/1967 )

Product features

For Keyboard Players Who Want the Most Realistic Pedal Action

The SP-2 is a universal sustain pedal with polarity switch for compatibility with all electronic keyboards. Its classic design with rubber-coated shell and chrome foot pedal make it as attractive to the eye as it is comfortable for the foot. The M-Audio SP-2 Sustain Pedal is built around a heavy-duty mechanism that makes it long lasting and durable—perfect for the studio and the road.

Featuring the kind of soft resistance, a full-sized piano pedal gives, the SP-2 feels just like playing an acoustic piano. The give and take playback allow the musician to be confident that when they press the sustain pedal, the note lingers like it should. As soon as the musician lifts their foot, the note is gone. The SP-2 is as responsive as it needs to be.

Key Features

- Classic-style sustain pedal for use with any electronic keyboard

- Designed to work and feel just like acoustic piano’s sustain pedal

- Specially designed rubber bottom grips the floor while you play

- High-quality chrome foot pedal with expressive half-pedal capabilities

- Includes 6-foot cable with 1/4-inch jack

Product description

M Audio’s new Hammer 88 is an affordable, fully weighted, hammer action keyboard for professional and semi pro players or students looking for a realistic grand piano feel to use with virtual instruments or sound modules. 

It features fully assignable MIDI buttons, pitch bend and modulation wheels, sustain pedal, secondary pedal and expression pedal inputs—while providing a clean aesthetic for players more concerned with compositional accuracy than editing and tweaking. 

Hammer 88 is USB powered, class compliant, and supports USB MIDI connectivity. Plus, Hammer 88 supports iOS connectivity with the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit (sold separately), enabling you to perform and compose with audio apps on your iPad and other iOS devices. Please note that when you press a key on the keyboa rd, you will not hear any sound. This is because pressing a key causes the keyboard to send out MIDI data. MIDI data gives instructions on how a sound should play, but in order to actually hear that sound you need to configure your music software to read the MIDI data being sent from the Hammer 88 and play the sound back accordingly

 

Tech Specs:

• Dimensions: 11.88 x 5 x 55.
• Weight: 38.6 lbs

 

Included Software:

• Ableton Live Lite 9
• Sonivox Eighty Eight Ensemble
• AIR Mini Grand
• AIR Velvet
• AIR DB 33
• Skoove

 

System Requirements:

• PC: Windows 7 or later
• Mac: OS X 10.8 or later
• Available USB Port

 

Product Package Contents:

• Hammer 88
• Music Rest
• Ableton Live Lite 9
• Sonivox Eighty Eight Ensemble
• AIR Mini Grand
• AIR Velvet
• AIR DB 33
• Skoove

• 88 fully weighted, hammer action velocity sensitive keys deliver natural piano feel, faithfully replicating every subtle nuance of your performance
• Driverless class compliant and USB powered specification provides seamless USB midi connection for playing virtual instruments, controlling recording software and more
• Conveniently located pitch bend, modulation, volume and octave controls for immersive, expressive performances
• Expanded control options for inputs for sustain, expression and soft pedals included
• Includes free 3 month subscription to Skoove; The easiest way to learn piano with interactive piano lessons for beginners and advanced players
• Comprehensive performance software package for MAC and PC included; air “mini grand” acoustic grand piano, air “velvet” vintage electric piano instrument, air “db 33” tonewheel organ simulator and sonivox “eighty eight ensemble” authentic piano instrument
• Dual keyboard zones for layering, splits and 4-note chords with a single key press. Clean, professional editing with included Hammer 88 Controller Editor.

User questions & answers

Question:	Does the Hammer 88 have screw connections on the bottom to secure to a stand
Answer:	I've had my casio for over a year now and have had no problems with the keys. I like the piano very much.
Question:	Would some who studied classical piano for many years be happy with the action as practice keyboard? Most I’ve tried are too spongey weird weighting
Answer:	I connect my WK660 to my computer via usb cable, and immediately it is recognized by Windows. I use FL Studio, so I just go to MIDI settings and select Casio in the list for output/input MIDI. Thats it. THen I can use my KW660 as a MIDI controller
Question:	When the controller is placed on a desk, what is the height (precisely measured if possible) from the desk surface to the top of the white keys
Answer:	It has piano-style keys but they are not weighted.
Question:	Are the keys full sized, like a real piano keyboard, or are they smaller, like many other keyboards
Answer:	No, it does not. The only way to add voice would be to plug in to an external amp/speaker that also had a microphone. The external device would also need an output to a recording device.

Product features

This One's For The Player!

Introducing Hammer 88, a premium, no-compromize keyboard controller, ideal for professional, semi-pro players or students seeking the realistic grand piano feel to use with virtual instruments or sound modules. At the heart of Hammer 88 are 88 velocity-sensitive, fully-weighted hammer-action keys that are assured to faithfully capture every subtle nuance of your performance, while providing the unmatched response of a traditional grand piano-classic feel fused with the unrivalled sonic capabilities of virtual instruments. It's the perfect combination for performers and producers to experience their plugin collection like never before.

Expressive

Put expression center-stage with Hammer 88, thanks to a core range of controls, thoughtfully positioned to complement and enhance your performance. With a unity-locking pitch wheel and a separate modulation wheel, add portamento and glissando effects, or map the Mod-Wheel to any assignable parameter in your virtual instrument collection to reshape and evolve your sound on the fly. With the dedicated Master Volume Fader, you can instantly control the intensity of your performance or MIDI map this to any compatible parameter in your DAW or virtual instrument collection for expanded, hands-on control. Use the assignable Up and Down buttons to select different programmes, effects, MMC messages, jump between octaves and more.

Outboard Control

Don't limit yourself to your computer-based virtual instruments! Take control of your studio equipment with Hammer 88.

With its conveniently-located 5-pin MIDI Output, you can send all MIDI information to any compatible peripheral device, including hardware synthesizers, sound modules and drum machines.

With Hammer 88, it's easy to get the most out of your external sound generators. This is a controller designed from the ground up to place you firmly in the driver's seat.

Seamless Integration

An instrument shouldn't limit your creativity, it should enhance it! Hammer 88 is USB-powered, class-compliant and supports USB-MIDI connectivity for rapid, hassle-free setup that lets you focus on what's important - your performance.

Plus for iOS enthusiasts, Hammer 88 supports seamless connectivity with the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit (sold separately), enabling you to perform and compose with audio apps on your iPad and other iOS devices.

Skoove - 3 Month Subscription included

Have you always wanted to learn how to play the piano or improve your playing? You’re in the right place! With Skoove, you learn how to play piano with hundreds of interactive, high-quality online piano lessons for beginner, intermediate, and advanced players. Skoove's unique method guides you with real-time feedback as you play, letting you improve faster and learn everything you need to become a complete piano player. All you need is a piano or keyboard, and a computer, iPad or iPhone connected to internet – no cables required!

In-Demand Sound Content From Touch Loops

Spark that initial idea or add the finishing touch to your latest masterpiece - whatever your production demands, Touch Loops' 2GB sample library doesn't disappoint! Now included with Hammer 88, this 500+ sound library provides everything from must-have one shot drum hits to sultry melodic loops and deep, driving bass - whatever your project demands, this expertly curated sample content arms you with cutting-edge content to realize it!

Software Included

ProTools | First | M-Audio Edition - Based on the same music creation and audio production tools that artists, musicians, producers, engineers, and mixers rely on every day.

Eleven Lite - The Ultimate plugin for in-demand guitar amp & cab modeling

Ableton Live Lite - Produce, Perform Create - edit your musical ideas in a seamless audio/MIDI environment.

Velvet - Combines five legendary electric pianos from the 60s and 70s into one versatile instrument.

Eighty Eight Ensemble - Add an exceptional recreation of the Steinway 9-foot CD 327 grand piano to your productions

Xpand!2 - Premium multitimbral workstation offering four active sound slots, or parts, per patch.

Mini-Grand - Virtual piano instrument with seven different acoustic piano sounds

DB-33 - A premium virtual instrument that recreates the sounds and controllability of classic tonewheel organs.

• Hammer 88 | Perfect Feel, Ultimate Response - 88 fully weighted, hammer-action velocity-sensitive keys deliver natural piano feel, faithfully replicating every subtle nuance of your performance
• Hammer 88 | Plug & Play - Driverless class compliant and USB powered specification provides USB MIDI connection for playing virtual instruments, controlling recording software and more
• Hammer 88 | Express Yourself - Conveniently located pitch bend, modulation, volume and octave controls for immersive, expressive keyboard performances
• SP-2 | Genuine Piano Style Sustain - Universal sustain pedal with chrome foot pedal for a piano style pedal action; polarity switch for compatibility with all electronic keyboards / MIDI Controllers
• Pro Software Suite Included – ProTools | First M-Audio Edition, Ableton Live Lite and Eleven Lite, plus AIR Music Tech’s Velvet, XPand!2, Mini Grand and DB33

• Music Production Essential – MIDI keyboard controller with 88 full-size velocity-sensitive semi weighted keys for MIDI control of virtual instruments, software samplers and plug-in synthesizers
• MIDI Keyboard Must-Haves - Volume fader, transport & directional buttons; pitch & modulation wheels, octave up & down buttons and sustain pedal input for expressive performances
• Immediate Creativity - Effortless plug-and-play USB connectivity to Mac or PC—no drivers or power supply required; compatible with iOS devices via the Apple to USB Camera Adapter
• Universal sustain pedal with chrome foot pedal for a natural, realistic pedal action
• Classic design with a conveniently located polarity switch for compatibility with all electronic keyboards
• Premium build with a robust, heavy-duty mechanism for uncompromised reliability

Product description

The SP-Dual pedal from M-Audio performs all the standard sustain, sostenuto, and damping functions that your performance demands. Additionally, they add the versatility of 2 and 3 independent ¼” output cables. This means you can use the SP-Dual with any keyboard that has sustain and/or foot controller ¼” input jacks. The pedal is assignable to keyboard functions such as patch advance, sequencer stop/start and modulation effects-exactly as you require from a momentary foot controller.

 

Frequently Asked Questions 

 

Will the SP-Dual or SP-Triple work with my keyboard?

The SP-Dual and SP-Triple pedals are built to function with nearly any MIDI keyboard that has multiple pedal inputs.

 

The SP-Dual pedal performs all the standard soft and damping functions while the SP-Triple pedal performs all the standard soft, sostenuto, and damping functions.  If you are unsure if you can use two or three pedals, just check the back of your keyboard for available inputs or ask the keyboard manufacturer.

 

The SP-Dual has two and the SP-Triple has three momentary non-latching foot pedals that allow for the ability to be connected and assigned to keyboards that have multiple pedal input connections.  MIDI controller pedal inputs can often have the functionality of the port re-assigned.  This is dependent upon the controller.  In some cases, there are many options to choose from - and those options such as sustain, etc. that can be controlled by a momentary, non-latching foot switch can be assigned.

 

Why would I need two or three foot pedals?

Some keyboards have multiple foot pedal inputs. Sustain inputs are fairly common, but some MIDI keyboards will also have an input for expression pedals. An expression pedal input can be used to send additional information to your keyboard or software to modulate a particular effect by using your foot instead of taking your hands off of the keys. The expression pedal can usually be assigned to an effect somewhere in your keyboard or software.  

 

In addition to sustain and expression, some keyboards may have particular inputs like "organ swell" that are specific to their model. Usually these are standalone keyboards that emulate organs or pianos and provide the option to add additional sustain pedals to make the experience more realistic. Typically, pianos have several pedals with different functions, sometimes just different versions of sustain pedals, and some keyboard manufacturers may want to emulate this.

 

How can I tell which cable goes to which pedal?

The SP-Dual has 1/4" outputs, one for each of its pedals. The left and right connections are labeled on the cable at the point where the connection splits as Land R, respectively. 

 

The SP-Triple has 1/4" outputs, one for each of its pedals. The left, right, and center connections are labeled on the cable at the point where the connection splits as L, C, and R, respectively. 



 

Are the pedals switchable? 

The pedals will not have a switch to change polarity and will operate as Normally Open.

 

Sustain pedals act similar to a basic circuit, so saying the sustain pedal is Normally Open is saying that the circuit is open while the pedal is up, i.e. the circuit is disconnected and the flow has been stopped. Whereas, a Normally Closed pedal will close the circuit in it's up position, i.e. the circuit has been connected and electricity can flow openly from one point to the next. This means that connecting a normally open pedal to a keyboard expecting normally closed may result in the keyboard sustaining until the pedal is pressed down.

 

Different manufacturers may program their keyboards to respond one way or the other, while others even design the keyboards to adapt to the preference of the pedal. Just in case, some pedals may come with a switch to change their polarity, but even still there are ways around this without the need for a switch. If you're unsure, you may want to contact your keyboard's manufacturer to see which position they prefer.

 

The keyboard is sustaining when the pedal is released. What do I do?

This is a good example of opposing polarity between the keyboard/software and the pedal. This is usually very easy to resolve from the keyboard or your software. Here are a few things you can try:

1. Trick the Keyboard 
   
   Hold down the pedal while powering the keyboard on. Depending on the keyboard, this could trick the board into thinking the pedals down position is the up position and vice versa. Alternatively, you can try plugging in the pedal after the keyboard has been turned or holding the pedal down while plugging it in while the keyboards is on. One of these should work with virtually any keyboard to switch the response back and forth. Use your best judgement to assign this accordingly.
   
    
2. Edit the Keyboard Response 
   
   A lot of keyboards have the ability to change Min/Max (up/down) values or polarity of the pedal inputs from their standard editing features or global parameter menus. For example, the M-Audio Code keyboards give users the ability to change the max/min values by using the Edit mode and adjusting the Data 2 and Data 3 values. Check with your keyboard manufacturer to see if this is an option with your board.
   
    
3. Edit the Software Response 
   
   If you are using the keyboard with a DAW or virtual instrument, sometimes the software response can be adjusted to match the polarity or min/max value of the pedal input. Check with the software provider for more info on this.
   
   
   
    

Further Technical Support

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• Sustain and Soft functions
• Works with compatible keyboards with dual dedicated inputs for sustain and soft functions
• 6-foot cable with 1/4-inch connectors
• Rubber bottom for no-slip playing
• Refer user manual below for troubleshooting

User questions & answers

Question:	On a yamaha clavinova pf p100 and am trying to use the maudio sp-dual. polarity is off, press pedal while turning off or on doesn't help. ideas
Answer:	My crossbow bolts are 18" and they fit perfectly.
Question:	I have two keyboards, Yamaha and Roland. Will this take the place of two separate pedals with different polarity
Answer:	It holds the arrows or in my case bolts very secure and well protected. It will protect the vanes very well even if dropped. I have 5 bolts in case, no chance of them getting smashed or damaged.
Question:	Do we need 3 Jack port to use 3 pedal model or only one Jack port on keyboard
Answer:	Yes, There are two slits on both ends that let you run the webbing of the sling through. Hope we have been helpful atkenco.
Question:	Will it work properly with my Korg sp
Answer:	No....it's made by plano...not the bow manufacturer....but doesn't the bow come with a sticker? But stickers won't stick to the outside of the case for very long... it's textured

Product description

Before you buy a piano pedal, ask yourself this: do I know the polarity of my piano? You're probably thinking something like, "Yeah, sure I do — it's filed in my brain right between my social security number and my bank PIN." But seriously, this is important. Now, you could run off in search of your manual, or you could do yourself a favor and just buy an M-Audio SP-2 Sustain Pedal in the first place and save yourself the trouble. The SP-2 Sustain Pedal has a switchable polarity, so it will work with both your Yamaha piano and your Roland synth — no problem. The SP-2 Sustain Pedal also feels great, providing realistic piano pedal resistance and a slip-resistant grippy rubber bottom. And because the SP-2 Sustain Pedal is built to last, it will be there when you get your next synth or piano, ready to handle anything.

• Classic-style sustain pedal for use with any electronic keyboard
• Designed to work and feel just like acoustic piano's sustain pedal
• Slip-resistant rubber bottom grips the floor while you play
• High-quality chrome foot pedal with expressive half-pedal capabilities
• Includes 6-foot cable with 1/4-inch jack; 1-year warranty.The SP-2 is a high-quality switchable damper pedal

User questions & answers

Question:	Did you check your price, it says
Answer:	If you are trying to put those items in the case with arrows it will be a very snug fit probably will not work out.

Product description

M-Audio Hammer 88 | Premium 88-Key Hammer-Action USB/MIDI Keyboard Controller Including A Studio Grade Software Suite

M Audio’s new Hammer 88 is an affordable, fully weighted, hammer action keyboard for professional and semi pro players or students looking for a realistic grand piano feel to use with virtual instruments or sound modules.  It features fully assignable MIDI buttons, pitch bend and modulation wheels, sustain pedal, secondary pedal and expression pedal inputs—while providing a clean aesthetic for players more concerned with compositional accuracy than editing and tweaking.  Hammer 88 is USB powered, class compliant, and supports USB MIDI connectivity. Plus, Hammer 88 supports iOS connectivity with the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit (sold separately), enabling you to perform and compose with audio apps on your iPad and other iOS devices. Please note that when you press a key on the keyboa rd, you will not hear any sound. This is because pressing a key causes the keyboard to send out MIDI data. MIDI data gives instructions on how a sound should play, but in order to actually hear that sound you need to configure your music software to read the MIDI data being sent from the Hammer 88 and play the sound back accordingly   Tech Specs: Dimensions: 11.88 x 5 x 55. Weight: 38.6 lbs   Included Software: Ableton Live Lite 9 Sonivox Eighty Eight Ensemble AIR Mini Grand AIR Velvet AIR DB 33 Skoove   System Requirements: PC: Windows 7 or later Mac: OS X 10.8 or later Available USB Port   Product Package Contents: Hammer 88 Music Rest Ableton Live Lite 9 Sonivox Eighty Eight Ensemble AIR Mini Grand AIR Velvet AIR DB 33 Skoove



RockJam Xfinity Heavy-Duty, Double-X, Pre-Assembled, Infinitely Adjustable Piano Keyboard Stand with Locking Straps

Store heavy electronic digital keyboards on the portable and pre-assembled double-X Xfinity keyboard stand. While most other keyboard stand models only include a few preset height adjustments, the quick release mechanism allows pianists to adjust the height of the keyboard stand at any Height is adjustable between 4 to 36 inches, Depth at the top 14 inches, Depth at the base 19 inches, Width adjustable from 7 to 38.5 inches.. This feature makes the Xfinity great for adults and kids, sitting or standing, tall or short. The affordable secure Xfinity has many additional features that ensure your keyboard is safe from falling, making it the perfect gift for children. The high strength support straps, which are attached to the keyboard stand, keep the keyboard from moving during performance. The upper non-slip rubber end caps add extra stability for the keyboard. The lower non-slip rubber end caps keep the keyboard stand from moving during performance. Once the pianist is done performing, the Xfinity can easily be packed away to save room. The fully welded Xfinity does not need any screws or assembly instructions. Just open the package and start using it right away.

• Product 1: 88 fully weighted, hammer action velocity sensitive keys deliver natural piano feel, faithfully replicating every subtle nuance of your performance
• Product 1: Driverless class compliant and USB powered specification provides seamless USB midi connection for playing virtual instruments, controlling recording software and more
• Product 1: Conveniently located pitch bend, modulation, volume and octave controls for immersive, expressive performances
• Product 1: Expanded control options for inputs for sustain, expression and soft pedals included
• Product 2: Heavy duty double-x metal construction ensures extra stability for heavy and light digital electronic keyboards
• Product 2: Quick-release mechanism allows the user to adjust the height, from 4 - 38 in; compared to most other stands which only permit five set positions
• Product 2: No assembly needed; metal parts are welded together, and no screws to lose
• Product 2: High strength support straps attached to keyboard stand secure the keyboard from movement during performance

Product description

When players want to convert their standalone MIDI controller into a stage piano, free from the restrictive encumbrance of a laptop computer, the M-Audio Accent Module is the perfect solution.

This compact unit easily connects to any USB or 5-pin MIDI controller. With 20 built-in voices, it has the ability to split or layer two voices simultaneously, plus it includes the superb, world-renowned AIR Steinway Piano and AIR Structure VSTs.

Technical Specs

• Inputs / Outputs
  • USB Port: Connect to a USB MIDI controller keyboard to play the sounds on the Accent Module
  • MIDI In: Connect this to the MIDI output of an external MIDI keyboard using a standard MIDI cable
  • Main Out: use a 1/4” line-level outputs to connect to powered speakers or an amplifier system
  • Aux Input: Use a 1/8” stereo cable to connect an external audio source here, such as a drum machine, media player, or CD player
  • Kensington Lock: Attach a security cable to the Accent Module
• Voices (Sounds): 20
  1. Piano
  2. Electric Piano
  3. MKII Smooth
  4. Clavinet
  5. Clean Organ
  6. Overdriven Organ
  7. String Staccato
  8. String Pizzicato
  9. String Pad
  10. Harmonica
  11. Fretless Bass
  12. Electric Bass
  13. Clean Guitar
  14. Synth String
  15. Synth Lead
  16. Synth Brass
  17. Synth Bass
  18. Percussive Pad
  19. Percussive Synth
  20. Drums
• Preset Locations: 32
  • 1-20: Default voices
  • 21-32: Blank
• Assignable Button Colors: 13
  1. Light Green
  2. Green
  3. Turquoise
  4. Cyan
  5. Azure
  6. Blue
  7. Purple
  8. Pink
  9. Rose
  10. Red
  11. Orange
  12. Yellow
  13. White
• Power: 12V DC, 1A, center-positive
• Dimensions (width x depth x height): 14.35” x 5.75” x 3.25”
• Weight: 3.6 lbs

Box Contents

• Accent Module
• Power Adapter
• User Guide
• Safety & Warranty Manual

• USB MIDI hosting-when connected via USB, it powers and communicates with controller
• Connect any USB MIDI or 5-Pin MIDI controller to create music without the need for a laptop
• 20 built-in voices, with the ability to split or layer up to three voices simultaneously
• Includes AIR Steinway Piano and AIR Structure samples
• ¼” Headphone output for silent practicing

User questions & answers

Question:	Will the usb port deliver power to a m-audio keystation
Answer:	It definitely will! It works perfectly with my M-audio Keystation 49es
Question:	I have an Alesis dm5 drum module. Can i hook this into it and pull drum sounds off it and use them on trigger pads
Answer:	This device does not have a midi port and I have only tried it with m-audio keyboards. However you can't seem to upload any new voices. The sound engine also is very limited. I would not consider this device for your application.
Question:	Could I use it with two controllers (Keyboard and bass pedal) at same time
Answer:	I don't think so.
Question:	Does it work only with M-Audio controler/keyboard or any brand
Answer:	Hi Keterson,M-Audio support here! The Accent Module will work with any brand keyboard controller. If you have any other questions, please feel free to email me directly at [email protected].

Product description

Step into computer-based music creation and performance with the Keystation keyboard controller from M-Audio. Keystation 88 is a simple, powerful MIDI controller designed for sequencing music and playing virtual instruments on your Mac or PC. It features 88 full-size velocity-sensitive keys and a series of controls that expand the range of playable notes, expressive capabilities, and enhance your recording workflow. Use the octave range buttons; pitch-bend and modulation wheels; and transport and directional controls to play, perform, and record with your music software without using a mouse or trackpad. Keystation 88 also includes a 1/4” (6.3mm) sustain pedal input that lets you use an external control pedal, such as the SP2 (sold separately), for genuine piano sustain.

Requirements

• Macintosh: Intel® Mac with Mac OS X 10.5 or later; 2 GB RAM
• PC: PC with Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 or Windows 10; multicore processor; 2 GB RAM

• Superb Playability - Lightweight, ultra-portable performance keyboard controller with 88 full-size velocity-sensitive keys that deliver natural piano feel
• Plug & Play - Class compliant and USB powered specification provides seamless USB-MIDI connection for playing virtual instruments, controlling recording software and more
• Expressive - Octave up and down buttons increase the keyboard to the full melodic range and on-board pitch bend and modulation wheels provide a platform for immersive, expressive performances
• Core Control - Conveniently located transport and directional buttons provide easy-to-use interface for DAW and Virtual Instrument control
• Free Lessons – Over 60 app based lessons from Melodics included
• Pro Production Software Package for Mac & PC Included – ProTools | First M-Audio Edition, Ableton Live Lite and Eleven Lite, Plus Eighty-Eight from SONiVOX and XPand!2 from AIR Music Tech

User questions & answers

Question:	does it have a transpose function
Answer:	Hi Elijah,M-Audio support here! There is a transpose function on the Keystation. The instructions are written in the Quickstart Guide which can be read on our website, www.maudio.com. I hope this helps, but if you have any other questions, please feel free to email me directly at [email protected].
Question:	I just got mine and did not bring any cd of Ableton. I also want to know where and how the SONiVOX Eight Eight Ensemble is installed
Answer:	Hello Gilmer. As the M-Audio Keystation 88 is a CONTROLLER keyboard it is meant to be used with a computer that is running music software. The Ableton software is one such program (PC Only). As my studio is Mac-based I did not bother looking at the Ableton program, however I'd imagine you download it just like you download the Sonivox virtual piano. Definitely for the SONiVOX (and probably the Ableton too) you use the web link provided in the pamphlet documentation that came with your keyboard and use the promo-codes to initiate the download for free (the sonivox alone is nearly 9GB and certainly would not fit on a CD... or even 13 CDs). Once downloaded you would integrate the plug-in/VST instrument by whatever means is required for the specific music software you are using-- you should consult YOUR programs manual or online forums on your particular issue for directions specific to what you are using for DAW software. I use Logic Pro X and was not difficult for me but I know Logic pretty well. I hope that helps!
Question:	What does semi-weighted mean? Does it feel like a real piano? Thank you
Answer:	Hi Chris. I'm pretty sure M-Audio states "semi-weighted" so that people may THINK it feels more like a real piano. As an owner of a Chickering Baby-Grand piano AND an M-Audio Keystation 88 I can tell you they don't feel remotely the same. In a real piano you perceive "weight" of the key when you press but it is not particularly "heavy." It is my experience that "semi-weighted" means that the springs of the Keystation's keys are particularly strong. The "weight" you "feel" is just the additional "effort" you need to put in to press the keys (compared to cheap electronic-based keyboards like from Casio). The Keystation Keys, because they "push-back" against you do recover very quickly allowing for very fast playing-style (great for RagTime) and I actually think I have better control over the velocity of my notes for better intonation etc. Aside from the relatively notable "thumping" sound they keys make when you physically play the device (that YOU don't notice at all if you're wearing headphones or have your DAW playing out of an amp but it may be bothersome to someone else in the room when you have headphones and the other person is trying to read or watch TV) I actually really like the Keystation-88. But the "Semi-Weighted" description I equate way more to having a "tighter" feel than a "piano-like" one. It does NOT feel like my piano, but that does not mean the feel is "bad." The keys are full-size despite the unit having a relatively small footprint. I like the design, it functions very will with the DAW software I use on my Mac (Logic Pro X). Definitely an excellent device for the price (not to mention the free Sonivox-88 piano software which really does sound phenomenal)! There are other keyboards for 10x the price that really DO have keys that feel piano-like (because they are made of wood with plastic or ivory plates like a real piano rather than ALL-plastic), but why pay all that extra $$ when the Keystation does function well and (to me) does have an acceptable feel? If I had a choice of whether to buy a decent but bargain-priced keyboard again I would definitely recommend this one. I hope that helps with your decision, good luck!
Question:	How do you connect this keyboard to sound? Can it be connected to a speaker or amp? Thank you
Answer:	It cannot be connected to and external speaker without running it through a computer program. The keyboard is designed to be powered by the computer through the USB connection. The keyboard does not have any sounds programed into it. The board came with a lite computer program of Ableton live 8 for free, and it will automatically update it to a lite version of Ableton 9 for free when registered through Ableton's web sight. You can then connect the board to the computer and play. An external speaker system can then be connected through the computer. Im not an expert but this is what i know.

Product features

Pure Player Experience

Enter the world of unrestricted computer-based music creation and performance with the Keystation 88 II keyboard controller from M-Audio. Keystation 88 II is a simple, powerful MIDI controller meticulously engineered for sequencing music and playing virtual instruments on Mac or PC. At the heart of Keystation 88 II is a premium keybed delivering a natural, player-centric response and 88 full-size velocity-sensitive keys that capture every subtle nuance of your performance. Plus, for unrestricted access to the full audible spectrum, Keystation 88 includes dedicated, conveniently-located octave range buttons - whether its lead lines, extended chords or sub-heavy bass-lines, Keystation 88 II allows you to meet your needs in a format that keeps you focused on what's important - your performance!

Express Yourself

Keystation 88 II provides core in-demand tools to capture immersive, expressive performances. With conveniently located pitch-bend and modulation wheels, take command of your virtual instruments adding portamento, vibrato or any parameter mapped to the modulation wheel for unprecedented customized control.

Plus, Keystation 88 II also includes a 1/4" (6.3mm) sustain pedal input for use with an external control pedal, such as the SP2 (sold separately), for added expressive capability and genuine piano-style sustain.

Immersive DAW Control

With Keystation 88 II, take the hassle out of computer-based production and performance. Combining USB-power, class-compliancy and support for USB-MIDI connectivity, setup is a breeze allowing producers and performers immediate access to the modern-world of music production. Thanks to easily-accessible transport controls and directional buttons, experience enhanced recording workflow - play, perform and record with music software without using a mouse or trackpad. Plus, Keystation 88 II's support for iOS connectivity - with the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit (sold separately) - enables performance with audio apps on iPads and other iOS devices.

Portable Performance Powerhouse

Keystation 88 II is the ideal solution for traveling musicians who require unrestricted command of music software when performing live or in mobile-recording scenarios.

Combining a slimline, ultra-portable footprint with a robust, road-tested build, Keystation 88 II packs core controller functionality in a lightweight and durable package - plus with a mobile-friendly USB-bus power specification, taking your performance and production on the road without compromizing critical keyboard controller functionality has never been easier.

Includes 2GB Sound Library of In-Demand Sound Content From Touch Loops

Spark that initial idea or add the finishing touch to your latest masterpiece - whatever your production demands, Touch Loops' 2GB sample library doesn't disappoint!

Based in Los Angeles and London, Touch Loops equips customers with the most cutting-edge sound elements, instruments, hardware, and software recordings, expertly curated by a team of professional music producers and sound designers.

Now included with Keystation 88, this 500+ sound library provides everything from must-have one shot drum hits to sultry melodic loops and deep, driving bass - whatever your project demands, this expertly curated sample content arms you with cutting-edge content to realize it!

Product description

With an array of assignable knobs, pads, and a fader, Oxygen 49 gives you total control over your software, allowing you to stay engaged in the creative flow of recording and mixing music without ever reaching for the mouse. It features 49 velocity sensitive keys for playing chords, bass lines, and melodies; eight assignable knobs for tweaking effect plugins and virtual instruments; eight velocity sensitive pads for triggering samples or finger drumming; and an assignable fader that is ideal for controlling the master output or mixing tracks together. Oxygen 49 also has dedicated transport controls and track up and down buttons that allow you to initiate play, stop, and record in the DAW environment right from your keyboard controller.

Requirements

• Macintosh: 1.25 GHz G4/G5 or faster (Intel Mac recommended), 1 GB RAM (2 GB recommended), Mac OS X 10.4.11 (10.5 or later recommended)
• Windows: 1.5 GHz Pentium 4 or Celeron compatible CPU or faster (multicore CPU recommended), 1 GB RAM (2 GB recommended), Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista or Windows XP, Windows compatible sound card (ASIO driver support recommended), QuickTime recommended
• Available USB Port.

• Compact, ultra portable performance keyboard controller with 49 full size, synth action velocity sensitive keys and on board pitch bend and modulation wheels for expressive performances
• 8 velocity sensitive trigger pads for beat production and clip launching; 8 assignable knobs and 9 assignable faders for manipulating virtual instruments, daw parameters and plugins on board lcd screen provides instant parameter feedback
• Dedicated octave up and down buttons increase the keyboard to the full melodic range and transport buttons let you control your daw without reaching for the mouse
• Innovative directlink automatically maps controls to popular daws including ableton live, pro tools, logic, cubase and more
• Class compliant, plug and play functionality and USB powered specification for simple user friendly setup
• Comprehensive production software package for mac and pc worth over $100 included; ableton live lite, sonivox twist and air music tech xpand 2

User questions & answers

Question:	Is it compatible with FL Studio
Answer:	Yes
Question:	Is this a good choice for using at a church with Mainstage
Answer:	yeah it could be
Question:	Does it come with a carry bag for transport or is that a separate expense
Answer:	There's no carry bag included. The cardboard box it comes in seems sturdy enough to use once or twice, but generally speaking, you'll probably want an actual carry bag.
Question:	Do the faders and transport controls automatically map to FL Studio 11 or does that require manual setup
Answer:	It requires manuel setup. Every time I use it have to manually set them up to what ever nobs and I want

Product features

Premium Synth-Action Response

Your performance demands the right tools for the job. M-Audio's Oxygen 49 features a synth-action keybed with action that is adaptable, clean and precise. The natural profile keys are both velocity- and pressure-sensitive, for maximum expressive capability, guaranteeing to replicate every subtlety and nuance of your performance. With the inclusion of conveniently-located, Octave Up and Octave Down buttons, accessing the entire note range has never been easier - whether you're playing intricate melodic lines, chords or basslines, Oxygen 49 is the ideal, ultra-portable production and performance control solution.

Express Yourself

Oxygen 49 provides core in-demand tools to capture immersive, expressive performances. With conveniently located pitch-bend and Modulation wheels, take command of your virtual instruments adding portamento, vibrato or any parameter mapped to the modulation wheel for unprecedented customized control. Plus, Oxygen 49 also includes a 1/4" (6.3mm) sustain pedal input for use with an external control pedal, such as the SP2 (sold separately), for added expressive capability and genuine piano-style sustain.

Production Control

Craft the perfect beat in seconds with Oxygen 49’s 8 assignable backlit velocity sensitive drum pads, perfect for capturing every lifelike detail of your performance. For expanded creative possibilities, Oxygen 49’s pads are fully assignable providing the ideal platform for triggering loops, clips, virtual instrument sounds and much more.

With the inclusion of eight fully-assignable knobs and 9 assignable faders, map Oxygen 49 to your workflow preference and take total-command of effect plugins, virtual instruments and mixer parameters for unprecedented tangible control of your production.

Take Command of Your DAW

Setting up a MIDI controller with your software doesn’t get any easier than this. Oxygen 49 offers out-of-the-box integration with popular DAWs including Ableton Live, Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase, and many more. Using DirectLink, Oxygen 49's controls instantly map to key parameters in your favorite DAW, enabling you to immediately tweak the mixers, editors, and transport windows. Additionally, Oxygen 49 has built-in customizable mapping presets that quickly interface Oxygen 49 with your favorite effect plugins and virtual instruments. Plus, with the inclusion of conveniently located transport controls, initiate play, stop, and record functions in the DAW environment right from your keyboard controller for a workflow that focuses you on what’s important – your production!

Premium Software Suite Included

ProTools | First | M-Audio Edition - Based on the same music creation and audio production tools that artists, musicians, producers, engineers, and mixers rely on every day.

Eleven Lite - The ultimate plugin for in-demand guitar amp & cab modelling.

Ableton Live Lite - Produce, perform create - edit your musical ideas in a seamless audio/MIDI environment.

Twist - Combining a dynamic interface, an advanced pattern generator, and onboard effects, Twist 2 is your toolkit for serious sound design using simple, time-saving controls.

Eighty Eight Ensemble - Add an exceptional recreation of the Steinway 9-foot CD 327 grand piano to your productions.

Xpand!2 - Premium multitimbral workstation offering four active sound slots, or parts, per patch.

Welcome to the World of VIP Music Software

Experience expanded control of your VST instrument and effect collection with Oxygen 25 MKIV and VIP3.1.

VIP3.1 provides you with unparalleled access to your virtual instrument and effect collection, seamlessly integrating the hardware / software experience and grants the unrestricted freedom to create in a user-friendly, intuitive format.

The combination of VIP and Oxygen 25 MKIV maximizes workflow and ensures a playing experience that feels natural and enhances creativity - the natural, tactile feel of hardware fused with the unrivaled processing capability of virtual Instruments.

In-Demand Sound Content From Touch Loops

Spark that initial idea or add the finishing touch to your latest masterpiece - whatever your production demands, Touch Loops' 2GB sample library doesn't disappoint!

Based in Los Angeles and London, Touch Loops equips customers with the most cutting-edge sound elements, instruments, hardware, and software recordings, expertly curated by a team of professional music producers and sound designers.

Now included with Oxygen 49, this 500+ sound library provides everything from must-have one shot drum hits to sultry melodic loops and deep, driving bass - whatever your project demands, this expertly curated sample content arms you with cutting-edge content to realize it!

Product description

Before you buy a pedal, ask yourself this: do I know the polarity of my piano? You're probably thinking something like, "Yeah, sure I do — it's filed in my brain right between my social security number and my bank PIN." But seriously, this is important. Now, you could run off in search of your manual, or you could do yourself a favor and just buy an M-Audio SP-1 Sustain Pedal in the first place and save yourself the trouble. The SP-1 Sustain Pedal has a switchable polarity, so it will work with both your Yamaha and your Roland synth — no problem.

• Compact and sturdy sustain pedal for use with any electronic keyboard
• Designed for synthesizers, tone modules, and drum machines
• Ideal for applications that require non-latching momentary switches
• Plugs into 1/4-inch keyboard input; includes 5-foot cable
• Slick black styling; 1-year warranty

User questions & answers

Question:	Can i use this pedal to map to different parameters in my daw? thank you
Answer:	I also have energy 35 and the bow fits the case fine. The case is a little heavy but it work
Question:	Does this pedal have tip connectivity or ring connectivity
Answer:	Depending on your bow and how the quiver mounts to it, it can fit but may not. I have the five arrow tightspot on a bowtech reign 6. The case will close with the quiver attached but only if I remove two of the arrows and angle the bow. I usually take the quiver off rest it on the strings to secure and close the case. I've used all last year like that and never had any issues. I have been very pleased with the case. My favorite one I've ever had.
Question:	Can i use this pedal for yamaha ypg 235 piano
Answer:	I have a Bear Anarchy HD which is taller cam to cam. My draw length is 32" so I'm thinking most compound bows should fit.
Question:	Can I use this as a MIDI toggle for the record button in Ableton
Answer:	I can get it to hold my quiver without arrows in the quiver.