M-Audio Hammer 88 Pro 88-key Keyboard Controller

With its authentic piano action and sleek, roadworthy chassis, many keyboardists at Music Bliss have adopted the M-Audio Hammer 88 as their primary keyboard controller for stage and studio. Its fully weighted hammer-action keyboard faithfully conveys all the subtle nuances of your performances, satisfying the requirements of the most demanding pianists even as it adeptly lends itself to playing non-keyboard instruments. Now, M-Audio leverages the many attributes of this popular model with the Hammer 88 Pro, which checks all the boxes for a full-featured MIDI controller with a host of additional features, including aftertouch; velocity-sensitive RGB-backlit performance pads; assignable faders, knobs, and buttons; an arpeggiator; extensive connectivity; DAW transport controls, and more. Factor in the included premium software suite and competitive price tag, and the M-Audio Hammer 88 Pro is a no-brainer.

FEATURES

• 88 fully-weighted, hammer-action keys with aftertouch and assignable zones
  
• Intuitive panel layout with OLED screen for quick control edits
  
• 16 RGB, backlit, assignable, velocity-sensitive pads with Note Repeat for beat production, clip launch, and more
  
• 8 assignable knobs and buttons for controlling virtual instruments, plug-ins, DAW controls, and more
  
• 9 assignable faders for controlling virtual instruments, plug-ins, DAW faders, and more
  
• Preset and DAW buttons for auto-mapped DAW controls and plug-in parameters
  
• Smart Chord mode lets you effortlessly play enharmonic or custom chord voicings
  
• Smart Scale mode eliminates errant notes, making it easy to craft a perfect song
  
• Arpeggiator with Type, Octave, Gate, and Swing controls
  
• USB-MIDI connection for playing virtual instruments, controlling music software, and more
  
• 5-Pin MIDI DIN port for triggering external MIDI hardware
  
• Pitch bend and modulation wheels and +/- controls for expressive performances
  1 Expression, 3 Footswitch pedal jacks
• USB-powered; power adapter available separately for standalone use
• Class-compliant, no drivers required, plug-and-play connectivity with Mac/PC

SPECIFICATIONS

• Type : Keyboard Controller
  
• Number of Keys : 88
  
• Type of Keys : Weighted, Graded Hammer Action
  
• Velocity Sensitive : Yes
  
• Aftertouch : Yes
  
• Pads : 16 x RGB Baklit Pads
  
• Other Controllers : Pitchbend, Mod Wheel
  
• Encoders/Pots : 8 x Knobs
  
• Faders : 9
  
• Dedicated Transport Control : Yes
  
• Zones : 4
  
• Pedal Inputs : 1 x 1/4" (sustain), 2 x 1/4" TS (soft, footswitch, CC) 1 x 1/4" TRS (expression, CC)
  
• MIDI I/O : In/Out/USB
  
• USB : 1 x Type B
  
• Computer Connectivity : USB
  
• Features : Trasnpose, Chord Mode, Arpeggiator
  
• Software : Akai MPC Beats, AIR Music Tech virtual instruments
  Format : AAX, AU, VST
  
• Hardware Requirements - Mac : Intel Core 2 Duo or higher (Intel Core i5 for Pro Tools First), 4GB RAM minimum
  
• Hardware Requirements - PC : 64-bit Intel Core 2 Duo / AMD Multi-Core or higher (Intel Core i5 for Pro Tools First), 4GB RAM minimum
  
• OS Requirements - Mac : OS X 10.11.6 or later (macOS 10.13.6 for Pro Tools First)
  
• OS Requirements - PC : Windows 7 SP1 or later (Windows 10 build 1909 for Pro Tools First)
  
• Power Supply : USB bus powered (cable included), 9V DC power supply (sold separately)
  
• Height : 5.00"
  
• Width : 56.00"
  
• Depth : 11.10"
  
• Weight : 40.8 lbs.