M-Audio Keystation 88 Pro 88-Key Controller

9 assignable faders. 24 assignable rotary dials. USB port.

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M-Audio Keystation 88 Pro 88-Key Controller reviews

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"Monster big, Worth Every Penny."

Feature:
You will be hard pressed to find a controller with this many features in this price range. Tons of sliders and knobs. More parameters to tweak than most 88-key controllers.

Quality:
Looks mean, is absolutely HUGE and heavy. Blue backlight to screen and buttons. Key feel is good for this price range, but it is not a piano by any means, but again, look at features for cost here, and keys are weighted (but seem to bounce I agree). Does not look cheap at all.

Value:
The most functions in this price range, or even against a higher price range for that.

Desirability:
Looks like something you would not be embarrased with to use on stage.

Sound:
No sounds, controller only. Sounds depend on software.

Support:
Have not had any previous M-Audio gear, but their web-site appears easy to use.

Overall:
Just buy it. Forget something smaller with less functions for a bit less.

Submitted: 12/24/2004

Style of Music: Alternative

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"Read All reviews, to get a overall feeling, some like it some dont. Im closer to the middle."

Feature:
Would be nice if like the Evolution it had templates that lable nobs and sliders for common uses. so many knobs i get lost. I usually program a four or five to do common functions on several instruments. <img src="http://www.evolution-i.net/images/fp_top_ad_right_reason.jpg....imgtag" /> Another thing that would be cool, if the LED display could be configured so that if you dont want to see every midi message its sending. Maybe you just want it to hang out and relax. I would also like to change the colors of the back light on occasion. Im happy that it is back lit! dont get me wrong.

Quality:
I had to return one. Luckily it was in the first years warranty. The keys were sticking (only comming 1/2 way back up). And they have some springy noises in them. Its not built for the road, but I use it at the big gigs. Made a custom case for it. Lighter than my 90lbs controller, but 40lbs plus another 20 for case and accessroies, its a beast to move. But its 88 weighted keys.

Value:
I believe it is the cheapest 88 key controller with the most knobs and sliders. but you get what you pay for. they didnt put in any supperior craftsmanship here. but it does a fair job.

Desirability:
I saw one guy who did his own repairs on his. while he had it all in peices, he went ahead and put a sweet paint job on it. I think the silver trend is comming to an end or going going gone already.

Sound:
I read one reviewer saying that it has sound. Yeah mine also has alot of noise in the key action.

Ease of Use:
It took me a while to learn to use it. I am more hands on learner, but i kept the manual handy for the first several months.

Support:
Even though I was happy that they were so easy to get an exchange (fast too) but the new keyboard keys are still a little springy sounding. No sticky keys yet, but this one is still young.

Overall:
Ill definately play this thing into the dirt, but that might be sooner than Id like. but the trend of cheap keyboard controllers out there. I try not to get too attached to it. its just a piece of plastic, wires and whatever else.

Submitted: 4/13/2007

Style of Music: Bubble Gum Pop, Jazz, Classical, Electronic, Etheral, Classic Rock, and noise.

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The new Keystation Pro 88 is the first USB master MIDI controller designed specifically to let you perform, program and mix music directly with your computer. Regardless of whether you're a seasoned pro or just ready to take your music to the next level, our 88-key hammer action is so expressive that you simply won't want to stop playing it. And the complement of 59 (yes, 59) assignable controls delivers more than enough tactile command over your favorite soft synths and digital audio sequencers like Reason and Live. This bus-powered master controller unifies everything you need to experience the full potential of today's virtual studios-and at a price and weight lighter than you'd expect.

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.

Technical Info

Size (L x W x H): 57 x 13 x 5.9 in.

Weight: 47 lbs

Compatibility
MME
Mac OS X Core MIDI

Minimum System Requirement (PC)
Windows 98SE / Me / 2000 (SP4) / XP (SP1)

Minimum System Requirement (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
Quality, affordable control, from M-Audio! All include bus-powered USB connections for MIDI-mapped routing. The Keystation 61 features solid, responsive synth-action keys, while the 49-key version adds an integrated 2x2 audio interface with XLR, 1/4", and RCA inputs, plus direct hardware monitoring. The Keystation 88es offers full size, hammer-action piano-style keys, and the Keystation Pro 88 adds intuitive, tactile faders, knobs, and buttons—as well as a large, custom LCD display. Whether you desire 49-key simplicity or full-size piano-style MIDI control, the M-Audio Keystation systems provide smart functionality at great prices!

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