M-Audio Keystation 88 MK3 88-key MIDI Controller Keyboard

The M-Audio Keystation 88 MK3 is the third generation of the world’s top-selling 88-note keyboard controller, and it incorporates improvements and refinements across the board. Many electronic musicians like having access to the full range of a piano keyboard. But not every keyboardist needs (or wants) hammer-action keys, along with the added weight, bulk, and expense. That explains why the M-Audio Keystation 88 series has been a best-seller here at Music bliss and indeed, worldwide. For these legions of players, the Keystation 88’s smooth semi-weighted key feel, streamlined control set, lightweight portability, and robust build quality hit the sweet spot. You don’t have to be a pianist to benefit from having 88 full-sized keys in front of you. If you’ve never experienced the freedom of having the full range of music at your fingertips, take it from us: you're in for a serious creative boost.

The Keystation 88 MK3 gives you all the control you need to take your creativity to the next level and get the most out of your DAW, hardware synths, and virtual instruments. This controller includes an assignable slider that doubles as a volume control, plus octave up/down buttons, pitch bend and mod wheels, DAW transport controls, sustain and expression pedal inputs, and more. With the optional Apple camera connection kit, it’s also perfect for hooking up to your iPad for mobile music production. Plus, you get three world-class DAWs and a powerful software production package, along with free lessons from Skoove and Melodics. Rocking a sleek new design, the M-Audio Keystation 88 MK3 is ready to Ignite your creativity.

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FEATURES

• 88 full-sized, velocity-sensitive semi-weighted keys with natural feel
• USB-MIDI connection for controlling software and playing virtual instruments
• 5-pin DIN MIDI output jack for connecting to your legacy MIDI gear
• Volume fader, transport and directional buttons for easy control of your software
• Ergonomically designed pitch and modulation wheels for expressive performances
• Advanced function assigns hardware controls to any DAW or plug-in parameter
• Compact, lightweight, portable design is perfect for desk, studio, and stage setups
• Plug-and-play MIDI-over-USB for Mac and PC; no drivers required
• USB bus powered with computer connection; no power supply required
• Compatible with iOS devices via Apple USB to Camera Adapter (available separately)
• Octave up and down buttons; Sustain pedal input; Expression pedal input

SPECIFICATIONS

• Type : Keyboard Controller
• Number of Keys : 88
• Type of Keys : Semi-weighted, Full-sized
• Velocity Sensitive : Yes
• Other Controllers : Pitchbend, Mod Wheel
• Faders : 1 x Volume
• Pedal Inputs : 1 x 1/4" TS (sustain), 1 x 1/4" TRS (expression)
• MIDI I/O : Out/USB
• USB : 1 x Type B
• Computer Connectivity : USB
• Software : Pro Tools First M-Audio Edition, Ableton Live Lite, MPC Beats
• OS Requirements - Mac : macOS 10.13 or later
• OS Requirements - PC : Windows 10 or later
• Power Supply : 9V DC 500mA power supply (sold separately) / USB bus powered
• Height : 2.88"
• Width : 54.24"
• Depth : 8.52"
• Weight : 13.75 lbs.