M-Audio Keystation 88 Pro 88-Key Controller

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

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… read more

+/- 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. read less

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

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 401-658-5765
Advanced User Guide
Quick Start Guide

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars. (144 ratings)
Submitted July 11, 2007 by a customer from mac.com

"Good Value For Price"

Overall: 4 out of 5 stars
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Should do fine - use it in studio - might buy a second one for live because I hate tearing it out of my studio to go gig.
Sound
No sound - its a controller
Features
Knobs, Sliders, Buttons, Keys - lots of all of them. What's not to like? 4 zones, USB interface, great value. Keyboard feel is so-so. Weighted, little mushy/heavy. Adjusting velocity curves helps a lot. Consider that you're getting the equivalent of a Mackie C4+ Keyboard in the bargain and its a great deal.
Ease of Use
The manual is weak. Software for programming it is so-so. It takes some digging to realize potential.
Quality
Feels a bit on the cheap side - but for the price - you can't lose.
Value
Really good value for the price I think.
Manufacturer Support
Once you reach them, they are good. But long hold times....
The Wow Factor
Its pretty sexy with all those knobs, buttons, sliders, and keys.

Musical Background:

Active Musician/Home Recordist

Musical Style:

Rock, Pop, Alternative, Film Scoring
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