M-Audio HAMMER-88 Hammer 88 88-Key Hammer-Action USB/MIDI Controller

The M-Audio Hammer 88 is a 88-key hammer-action USB/MIDI controller. The Hammer 88 is a premium, no-compromise keyboard controller that is ideal for professional, semi-pro players or students seeking the realistic grand piano feel to use with virtual instruments or sound modules. At the heart of Hammer 88 are 88 velocity-sensitive, fully-weighted hammer-action keys that are guaranteed to capture every subtle nuance of your performance, while providing the unmatched response of a traditional grand piano—classic feel fused with the unrivalled sonic capabilities of virtual instruments. This is the perfect combination for producers and performers to experience their plugin collection like never before.

Includes

• Software
  • Pro Tools®|First
  • Ableton Live Lite
  • Eighty Eight
  • Mini Grand
  • Velvet
  • DB-33

Features

• 88 fully-weighted, hammer-action keys
• USB-MIDI connection for playing virtual instruments, controlling recording software and more
• 5-Pin MIDI output to trigger external MIDI devices
• Pitch bend, modulation, volume and ± controls for expressive performances
• Multiple keyboard zones for layering, splits and 4-note chords with a single key press
• Inputs for Sustain, Expression and Soft pedals
• USB-powered, no power supply required
• No drivers required, supports plug-and-play connectivity to your Mac or PC
• iOS compatibility using the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit (
• Multiple keyboard zones for layering, splits and 4-note chords with a single key press
• Clean, professional editing with included Hammer 88 Controller Editor
• Power adapter (optional) for stand-alone use
• Includes Music Rest

Specifications

• Technical Specs:
  • Keys: 88, velocity-sensitive, weighted keys
  • Octaves: 10
  • Connections: USB port, sustain pedal, soft pedal, expression pedal, MIDI Out
  • Dimensions: 11.9" x 5.0" x 55.9"
  • Weight: 38.5 lbs
• Requirements:
  • PC: Windows 7 or later
  • Mac: OS X 10.8 or later
  • Available USB Port