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M-Audio Hammer 88 88-Key USB/MIDI Keyboard Controller

BH #MAH88KBC • MFR #HAMMER 88
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M-Audio Hammer 88 88-Key USB/MIDI Keyboard Controller
Key Features
  • 88 Fully Weighted, Hammer-Action Keys
  • Pitch Bend and Modulation Wheels
  • Multiple Keyboard Zones
  • Pedal Inputs
The Hammer 88 from M-Audio is an 88-key USB/MIDI keyboard controller designed to provide realistic piano-style feel and control of virtual instruments for musicians, composers, and programmers on stage or in the studio. It features 88 velocity-sensitive, hammer-action keys, which are fully weighted to reproduce the feel of playing on a grand piano. The included music rest is convenient for sheet music or propping up a phone or tablet.
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M-Audio Hammer 88 Overview

The Hammer 88 from M-Audio is an 88-key USB/MIDI keyboard controller designed to provide realistic piano-style feel and control of virtual instruments for musicians, composers, and programmers on stage or in the studio. It features 88 velocity-sensitive, hammer-action keys, which are fully weighted to reproduce the feel of playing on a grand piano. The included music rest is convenient for sheet music or propping up a phone or tablet.

The keyboard can be split into multiple zones, allowing layers, splits, and single-key chords. Separate 1/4” inputs are available for sustain, soft, and expression pedals. Use the pitch bend and mod wheels to add portamento and glissando effects. The dedicated volume control delivers easy level adjustment. The assignable Plus/Minus buttons enable you to select programs, effects, octaves, and more.

Control your favorite virtual instruments via USB, or connect the MIDI output to an external sound module or drum machine. The Hammer 88 supports plug-and-play compatibility on Mac OS X and Windows, and is USB-powered.

Keys
88 velocity-sensitive, fully weighted, hammer-action keys can faithfully capture your performance subtleties, while providing the response of a traditional grand piano. Combine the classic feel of a piano with the sonic power of your favorite virtual instruments.
Expression
With a unity-locking pitch wheel and a separate modulation wheel, add portamento and glissando effects, or map the Mod wheel to any assignable parameter in your virtual instrument. With the dedicated Master Volume Fader, you can instantly control the intensity of your performance or MIDI map this to any compatible parameter in your DAW or virtual instrument collection for expanded, hands-on control. Use the assignable Up and Down buttons to select different programs, effects, MMC messages, jump between octaves and more.
Pedal Inputs
Three 1/4" inputs are provided for sustain, soft, and expression pedals. Connect your preferred pedals, then enjoy pedal-based performance articulation.
Control
Control virtual instruments in your favorite DAW via USB. Utilize the 5-pin MIDI output to send all MIDI information to any compatible peripheral device, including hardware synthesizers, sound modules, and drum machines.
Convenience
The Hammer 88 is USB-powered, class-compliant, and supports USB-MIDI connectivity for hassle-free setup that lets you focus on your creativity. No drivers are required; plug-and-play connectivity is supported on Mac OS X and Windows. For iOS users, Hammer 88 supports seamless connectivity via the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit (available separately), enabling you to compose with audio apps on your iPad and other iOS devices.
UPC: 694318023310

M-Audio Hammer 88 Specs

Key Specs
Keyboard
88 Piano Keys with Hammer Action
Touch Sensitivity
No
Maximum Polyphony
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Built-In Speaker
No
Audio I/O
No
Pedal Support
1x 1/4" TS Soft
1x 1/4" TRS Expression
USB I/O
1x USB-B (Bus Power)
Included Accessories
No
General
Item Type
USB/MIDI Controller Keyboard
Kit Components
Keyboard
88 Piano Keys with Hammer Action
Touch Sensitivity
No
Aftertouch
No Aftertouch Support
Expression Controls
1x Slider
1x Pitch Bend
1x Modulation
Sounds & Songs
Number of Song Presets
No
Maximum Polyphony
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Built-In Speaker
No
MIDI & Recording
Media/Memory Card Slot
No
Connectivity
Audio I/O
No
Pedal Support
1x 1/4" TS Soft
1x 1/4" TRS Expression
MIDI I/O
1x DIN 5-Pin Output
USB I/O
1x USB-B (Bus Power)
OS Compatibility
macOS 10.8 or Later / Windows 7 or Later
Power
AC/DC Power Adapter
Not Included
Physical
Color
Black
Included Accessories
No
Dimensions
55.9 x 11.9 x 5" / 142 x 30.2 x 12.7 cm
Weight
38.5 lb / 17.5 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
43.5 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
61.2 x 14.5 x 8"

M-Audio Hammer 88 Reviews

Excellent Keyboard

By Steve
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-09-07

I am throughly please with this keyboard midi controller. The action is so much like a regular piano. The build is a good quality, and while it doesn’t have a lot of bells and whistles (which can sometimes get in the way), it performs flawlessly. This keyboard is worth twice the price. If you’re thinking of buying it, do it.

Nice keyboard

By David
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2018-10-26

The Hammer 88 is a no frills MIDI controller with a nice weighted action. Construction seems solid. A pretty good buy for the price.

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