M-Audio Keystation 88 ES 88-Key MIDI Controller

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M-Audio Keystation 88 ES 88-Key MIDI Controller, Main
M-Audio Keystation 88 ES 88-Key MIDI Controller, Controls and Connectors
M-Audio Keystation 88 ES 88-Key MIDI Controller, Main M-Audio Keystation 88 ES 88-Key MIDI Controller, Controls and Connectors
Get 88 keys worth of MIDI control for an affordable price! This Keystation boasts full-sized, semi-weighted hammer-action keys and both MIDI and USB output.

If you appreciate the full range of a piano keyboard in a lightweight package, the 88-note Keystation 88es is for you. You get great-feeling, semi-weighted action that's velocity sensitive to convey all the nuances of your playing to your computer and most popular music education and studio software. The pitch and modulation wheels plus slider and buttons make it a great controller for playing and programming synths, samplers, drum sounds and more. At just 22 lbs., the Keystation 88es is equally at home on stage and in the studio. Class compliance with Windows XP and Mac OS X ensures easy plug-and-play setup. It's even bus-powered, so one simple USB cable is the only connection you need.

Features:

- 88-note velocity-sensitive, semi-weighted action
- Pitch bend and modulation wheels
- Volume/assignable control slider
- Advanced function button for programming
- Sustain and expression pedal inputs (pedals sold separately)
- Assignable data up/down buttons
- Built-in USB MIDI interface
- MIDI out jack routes MIDI signals from keyboard or computer to external devices
- Powered via USB or 9VDC power adapter (sold separately)
- Mac OSX and Windows XP/Vista (32-bit) class-compliant for plug-and-play operation
- Includes Ableton Live Lite music production software, so you can make music right away

Compatibility: MME and Mac OS X Core MIDI

Minimum System Requirements (Mac)
G3* 500MHz with OS 9.2.2, 128MB RAM

G4* 500MHz with OS X 10.1.5, 10.2.6 or greater, 256MB RAM

OMS 2.3.8 for MIDI under OS 9.2.2

* native USB port required; G3/G4 accelerator cards not supported

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

For 96kHz operation: Pentium III 500mHz w/ 128MB RAM

For 48kHz operation: Pentium II 400 w/ 128MB RAM

Dimensions (WxDxH): 53.00 x 9.50 x 4.00 in.

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

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (44 ratings)
Submitted April 16, 2005 by a customer from whycalvary.com

"A great inexpensive open door to 88 keys"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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Best bang for the keyboard dollar period.
Sound
Doesn't make any sounds...
Features
This is what it is, a great, inexpensive controller. The semi-weighted keys feel great and it performs well. Could use a power supply...
Quality
It was a surprise when it arrived, looked and played great.
Value
Can't get a better deal on 88 keys.
Manufacturer Support
M-Audio is great with updates, etc.
The Wow Factor
Looks great in the studio

Musical Background:

Active Musician, Studio owner

Musical Style:

Christian music, jazz, acoustic, etc.
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