Editorial Product Review:Item Description:The ProKeys 88sx digital stage piano delivers excellent sound in a package so light that you can carry it under one arm, because this piano is only 17 pounds! Its must-have complement of instruments?grand piano, electric pianos, organ and clav?sound better than anything in its price range. The piano's semi-weighted action also delivers the best feel you can get without the added cost and weight of hammer action. This Piano has 2 stereo headphone jacks that could be used for private practice or teaching. The USB MIDI interface and pitch/mod wheels combine with other features to make it a great MIDI controller as well. If you want a pure sounding digital stage piano that feels great to both your fingers and your back, the ProKeys 88sx is for you. Stereo 1/4 audio outputs 2 stereo 1/4 headphone outputs on front General MIDI Minimum System Requirements for PC - Windows XP* / Pentium II 350MHz / 128MB RAM / Native USB 1.1 port *M-Audio recommends that you check your software application's minimum system requirements, as they may be greater than the above. *Home and Professional Edition only. Windows Media Center Edition is not currently supported. Minimum System Requirements for Mac - Mac OS X 10.2.8 or higher / G3 450MHz / 128MB RAM / Native USB 1.1 port Size - 54(L) x 10(W) x 3.5(H) Weight - 17.32 lbs. Includes power supply, SP-1 sustain pedal
Amazon.com Item Description:The M-Audio ProKeys 88 Hammer Action Premium Stage Piano is loaded with large, realistic samples -- 14 world-class instruments in all, including split and layer capabilities. And M-Audio has paired these great sounds with an 88-key hammer-action keyboard that delivers a realistic feel to satisfy the most demanding professional pianist. The ProKeys 88 is also a great master controller keyboard that includes a built-in USB MIDI interface for easy direct connection to your PC or Mac, MIDI in and out jacks to communicate with other MIDI gear, pitch and modulation wheels, sequencer controls, and more. M-Audio pulled out all the stops in creating the ultimate playing experience in an affordable digital stereo piano.
Ultra-Realistic Piano Sound The goal behind the ProKeys 88 design was to create an extremely musical, realistic piano experience. The caliber of a digital piano is greatly influenced by the quality and size of the samples, so M-Audio started by giving ProKeys 88 a generous amount of memory. Then, rather than dividing it up amongst a smorgasbord of sounds that would never get used, they focused on the 14 sounds that are considered the bread and butter for most keyboardists -- paying extra-special attention to the stereo grand piano sound.
More Than a Stage Piano The ProKeys 88 delivers all the staple keyboard sounds desired by almost all musicians. The flagship stereo grand piano is complimented by an alternate grand sound designed to really cut through in pop music tunes. This keyboard has electric pianos covered as well -- including classic sounds like the Yamaha DX7 and the Fender Rhodes, and the vintage Wurlitzer (don't forget the tremolo effect!). And with the Clavinet, one word will come to your mind: funky. Acoustic and electric basses give you the option of layering a ride cymbal for jazz tunes, while vibes, ensemble strings, and an inspiring synth pad round a great sonic palette for the serious gigging keyboardist.
Splits, Layers, and 88-Key Hammer Action The ProKeys 88 keyboard also features split and layer capabilities. This smart instrument can put a bass in your left hand and the keys in your right; organ chords while playing a piano lead; lush strings layered over a delightful piano. You can even have a split and layer simultaneously for a total of three different sounds at once. Of course, none of this really matters if the piano doesn't
feel like a piano. A realistic digital stage piano must have a full 88 keys that are properly weighted. The ProKeys 88's full-range clavier features hammer action that feels just like the real thing. Plus, it has three velocity curves tailored to different touches, as well as a fixed velocity for synth work.
Control your Digital Audio Workstation When it comes to communicating with the outside world, most digital pianos offer little more than a MIDI jack. In sharp contract, this keyboard inherits much from M-Audio's many years of experience with mobile MIDI controllers. It incorporates a full USB MIDI interface that communicates with your PC or Mac via a single, simple USB connection. This is the perfect tool for recording with virtually all of the MIDI sequencer software that is available on the market. In fact, you can even control your sequencer remotely via the front-panel Start, Stop, and Tempo buttons.
In addition to computer connectivity, the ProKeys 88 has MIDI in and out jacks that allow full communication with all standard MIDI gear. This keyboard also features performance controls that are rare on digital stage pianos, such as a pitch wheel, modulation wheel, two footswitch inputs, and an expression pedal input. The three different ranges available via the ProKey 88's combined split and layer function can each transmit on separate MIDI channels, as well. You also get dedicated front-panel buttons for program change, channel, bank MSB, bank LSB, and local on/off for the ultimate in control.
Built-in Effects, Pedals, Headphones and Outputs With the ProKeys 88 you can forget about messing around with additional gear to add basic effects. This instruments on-board EQ lets you easily tweak any tone on the fly. You also get three different built-in reverb spaces that simulate different acoustic environments. Ever feel the need to practice privately? This keyboard includes a 0.25-inch stereo headphone jack so you can play in private. The ProKeys 88 also has a 0.25-inch, unbalanced audio output with 20Hz-20kHz frequency response and 108dB dynamic range for the best sound in the business.
What's in the Box Prokeys 88SX keyboard, software CD (drivers and applications), 5-foot USB cable, user's manual, power supply, and sustain pedal.
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Buyer Reviews
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Great Keyboard!
I have had the keyboard now for five months and I love it. Played the piano as a kid, but hadn't touched one for years. I do most of my playing at night when my husband is trying to sleep, so I use head phones and don't even have it connected to speakers. I think the sound and the feel are realistic. Love the fact that it is light enough for me to easily move or carry. I did find the sustain pedal that came with it difficult to use and ordered a different one from M Audio that seems to feel more like a regular piano pedal. Am really happy with this piano. Seems to be an excellent value for the price.
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This keyboard is great
You don't need a pedal for this keyboard -- it's perfect for someone like me in an apartment -- now with my headphones on I can practice 24 hours a day and never disturb my neighbors. The sound is very realistic.
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Causes cancer and birth defects?!?!?
Purchased this keyboard wanting to learn how to play the piano. However, on the inside cover of the instruction manual there is a big sticker saying there are chemicals used to make this keyboard which cause cancer and birth defects "so please wash hands after using". Is this for real?!?!? I cannot believe Amazon would sell such a product.
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nice keyboard!
playing this is close to real piano, and price is very reasonable. Sounds it has isn't that great but I should say it's fine unless you get some from other instrument.