About: M-Audio Keystation 88 MK3 88-Key Semi-Weighted USB-MIDI Controller

Simple Software Control

Start creating and performing music on your Mac or PC with the world’s best-selling 88 key keyboard controller: the Keystation 88 MK3. Whether you’re a seasoned pro looking for just the right controls or are just getting started with USB MIDI controllers, the Keystation 88 MK3 will meet your needs. It is a simple, powerful MIDI controller designed for sequencing music and playing virtual instruments on your Mac or PC. Keystation 88 MK3 features 88 natural-feeling, full-size velocity-sensitive keys and comprehensive controls that expand the range of playable notes, expressive capabilities, and enhance your recording workflow.

Musical Control

With Keystation 88 MK3, maximizing your creativity while minimizing the complication is easy: Use the fully assignable octave range buttons; pitch-bend and modulation wheels; volume slider, and transport and directional controls to play, perform, and record with your music software without using a mouse or trackpad. Keystation 88 MK3 also features a 1/4” (6.3mm) sustain pedal input that lets you use an external control pedal, such as the M-Audio SP2 (sold separately), for genuine piano sustain.

Portable Performance Powerhouse

Compact, lightweight and durable, Keystation 88 MK3 is perfect for traveling musicians who want to take command of music software during live performances or for producers who wish to add an intuitive MIDI controller with a natural feeling keybed to their studio. For an easy-to-use and portable setup, Keystation 88 MK3 is USB-powered, class-compliant, and supports USB-MIDI connectivity. Plus, Keystation 88 MK3 supports iOS connectivity with the Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter (sold separately), enabling you to perform and compose with audio apps on your iPad and other iOS devices.

Develop Your Skills

M-Audio’s Keystation MK3 Series makes it simple to develop your skills no matter what level you’re at with exclusive lessons for both Melodics and Skoove.

Melodics is a desktop app that teaches you to play and perform with MIDI keyboards, pad controllers, and drums. It’s free to download when you register your Keystation 88 MK3 in your M-Audio account. Once registered you will receive 40 free lessons to get you started!

Skoove is in-depth online piano courses that adapt to you and give you feedback. Develop your repertoire on your own time, at your own pace. New, exclusive lessons are added every month so that you can keep expanding your repertoire with new music as well as up your piano game with new music theory tips and tricks.

Features:

• 88 full-size velocity-sensitive semi-weighted keys with natural feel
• USB-MIDI connection for playing virtual instruments and controlling software
• 5-pin MIDI out for connecting to your favorite analog synth
• 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 plugin parameter
• Compact design fits any desk, studio or stage setup perfectly
• Plug-and-play connection to your Mac or PC—no drivers or power supply required
• Compatible with iOS devices via Apple USB to Camera Adapter (sold separately)
• Octave up and down buttons; Sustain pedal input; Expression pedal input
• Includes Ableton Live Lite and MPC Beats performance/recording software/DAWs
• Includes a complete software production package

Specifications:

• Power: Power via USB or DC 9 V, 500 mA center-positive power supply (sold separately)
• Dimensions (width x depth x height): 54.24” x 8.52” x 2.88” 137.77 x 21.64 x 7.31 cm
• Weight: 13.75 lbs.

Minimum System Requirements:

• Windows 7
• macOS 10.11
• Available USB port

What’s in the Box:

• Keystation 88 MK3
• Software Download Card
• USB Cable
• User Guide