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M Audio Keystation Pro 88 88 Key Controller KeyboardThe M-Audio Keystation Pro 88 is a killer 88-key hammer-action USB powered MIDI controller with features that make it the most comprehensive and competitive product of it's kind. The response of the professional action has been fine-tuned to satisfy the most demanding players, and 4 zones accommodate up to 4 layers or splits per patch. The stunning complement of MIDI-assignable controllers includes 9 faders, 24 rotary controllers and 22 buttons - and pitch wheel, modulation wheel, sustain pedal and controller pedals are all fully assignable as well. 10 memory locations store all controller settings, and the included Enigma editor provides unlimited storage. All this power weighs in at approximately 40 lbs., making it the perfect centerpiece for both studio and stage. M Audio Keystation Pro 88 Features
- 88-key hammer-action, velocity-sensitive keyboard
- 24 MIDI-assignable rotary controllers
- 22 MIDI-assignable buttons
- 9 MIDI-assignable Alps faders
- MIDI-assignable pitch bend and modulation wheels
- MIDI-assignable foot switch and foot pedal inputs
- Controllers assignable to MIDI controllers, notes, transport controls, program changes (including LSB and MSB), sys-ex, and RPN/NRPN
- Independent MIDI channel assign for all controllers
- Four keyboard zones for layers and splits
- Multiple dynamic velocity curves
- Large custom LCD displays controller number, assigned controller, edit icons and edit values
- 10 memory locations for saving all controller assignments
- Sys-ex memory dump transmits the complete memory contents for backup purposes
- Free Enigma editor software for unlimited storage
- +/- 11 semi-tone transposition
- Dedicated buttons allow program and bank changes on the fly
- Control Mute function mutes the output of all controllers so you can position them to the desired value before tweaking
- Snap Shot button transmits all current controller settings
- Fader Drawbar mode reverses the faders for realistic operation of organ emulators such as NI B4
- MIDI In port
- MIDI Out port can drive external MIDI gear or be used as USB to MIDI Out interface
- General MIDI 1 and 2 compatible
- USB class compliant—no drivers required for Windows XP or Mac OS X
- Drivers also included for Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, XP and Mac OS 9
- Powered via USB bus (cable included) or optional 9V power supply
- Lightweight for its features - only 47 lbs.
The M Audio Keystation 88 Pro is a terrific new tool for countless musicians who compose, rehearse or otherwise play keyboards with their computer. Now there are no cards to install and no jumpers to set - a simple USB cable connects the 88-note Keystation to your computer! The Keystation 88 Pro also provides MIDI jacks so you can use it on stage or anywhere you need a great controller. Features include front panel controllers for any MIDI parameters you define and a sustain pedal input. Power supply included.
Easy Control
Controls in M-Audio keyboards aren't buried mysteriously in obscure menus. The keys have a second layer of functions, allowing you to program MIDI control information directly from the black and whites. Here's how it works:
- Press the MIDI/Select button.
- Press keyboard note whose label corresponds to the parameter you wish to change.
- Use the Data Entry slider to select the value or enter numeric values by pressing the keys labeled with numbers.
M Audio Keystation Pro 88 Specifications
Compatibility
- MME
- Mac OS X Core MIDI
Minimum System Requirements (PC)
- Windows 98SE / Me / 2000 (SP4) / XP (SP1)
Minimum System Requirements (Mac)
- OS 9.2.2 with OMS 2.3.8 (included)
- OS X 10.1.5 or greater
* native USB port required; G3/G4 accelerator cards not supported
Size
- Dimensions: 57"(L) x 13"(W) x 5.9"(H)
- Weight: 47 lbs
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This product is not very well made, but it is not total crap either. My biggest complaint would be that this board is just not usable as a controller for piano patches; the velocity response is way too inconsistent. The first board I received was really bad, and the second one that I'm using now is not much better. Random keys are hotter than others, and all the blacks are MUCH more sensitive than the whites. Beware!
FEATURES:
There are plenty of great features as far as faders, pan-pots, and transport controls.
EASE OF USE:
This keyboard's controls are well designed and easy to learn.
VALUE:
Since I believed this product to be a legitimate 88-key professional controller, I must say that I'm pretty unhappy with it. Surely most people who purchase an 88-key, weighted keyboard are expecting to use it, in part, for expressive piano patches, and this keyboard just doesn't hack it!
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QUALITY:
A 40 pound workhorse built like a tank everything about this board feels official
FEATURES:
The fact that i can control reason makes it worth the price alone
EASE OF USE:
i feel like a real dumb newbie because i still can't even figure out how to use the software i know that once i do i'll be in love forever but the presets that came with it work so well i have no complaints but if anybody knows how to program ths thing e-mail me
VALUE:
worth twice the price
SOUND:
playing keys in reason is far more responsive but since it is a controller sound quality is what you create it to be
STYLE:
HIp-HOp
MUSIC EXPERIENCE:
recording live instrumentation & sequencing beats for years
OVERALL:
wish i could afford one for the road, just wish me luck when i transport this one, i'll be gaurding it with my life | |
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EASE OF USE:
A slight learning curve with all the control capability using the faders and buttons.
STYLE:
Rock, country, jazz and blues
MUSIC EXPERIENCE:
15 years home project studio
OVERALL:
The feel of the keys is worth the price of the board. Plus you have a plethora of controls. | |
| | Maurice Desjardins from Longueuil, Quebec, Canada | | mau.des@videotron.ca | | Overall Ranking: | | Quality:
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| well built but lousy usb connector, already brole one when pulling on the cord. | | Features:
| everything is programmable...WoW | | Ease of Use:
| fair I had to work hard to program it to send to different midi outputs | | Sound:
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| I like the keyboard cause I'm a pianist so it has to be real. The reaction from the midi is strange. When I make a chord, it's like not all the notes are plying the same velocity. weird ! | | Value:
| no problem with that. I recommend it. It's worth every penny and more |
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