Kurzweil KM88 MIDI Controller 88-Note Keyboard

The Kurzweil KM88 MIDI Controller is an 88-note keyboard controller designed for musicians, keyboardists, producers, and performers who need flexible control over hardware synthesizers and computer-based music software. It features fully weighted Real Piano Hammer-Action (RPHA) keys with adjustable velocity sensitivity and seven selectable velocity maps to match different sound sources and playing styles. The KM88 supports up to four independent zones for custom keyboard splits and layered sounds, with programmable controller assignments and the ability to save configurations as Multis. Its performance controls include a pitch/modulation joystick, one data slider, six programmable buttons, two switch pedal inputs, and one continuous controller pedal input. Chord triggers allow users to play chords of up to eight notes from a single key. With USB connectivity, a 5-pin MIDI output, and desktop editor software for Windows and macOS, the KM88 offers a flexible control solution for studio production, live performance, and MIDI-based music setups. It includes a sustain pedal switch, USB cable, and music stand.

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  88 Fully Weighted Hammer-Action Keys

  Features 88 fully weighted Real Piano Hammer-Action keys designed to provide a piano-like playing feel for expressive performance and MIDI control.

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  Seven Selectable Velocity Maps

  Provides seven selectable key velocity maps, allowing players to adjust the keyboard's response to suit their playing style and the sound source being controlled.

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  Four Independent Zones

  Supports up to four independent zones for creating custom keyboard splits and layered setups. Each zone can have its own program changes, key range, and controller assignments.

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  Multi Configuration Storage

  Allows users to save custom zone and controller configurations as Multis for convenient recall. It includes eight factory Multis and supports up to 120 user Multis.

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  Programmable Front-Panel Controls

  Includes one data slider and six programmable buttons that can be assigned to functions such as volume control, transposition, Multi switching, and zone muting.

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  Pitch and Modulation Joystick

  Features a programmable XY joystick for controlling pitch and modulation, supporting expressive changes during performance.

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  Chord Triggers

  Allows users to create chords of up to eight notes and trigger them by pressing a single key on the keyboard.

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  Programmable Pedal Inputs

  Provides two switch pedal inputs and one continuous controller pedal input. These inputs are user-programmable for compatible pedals and control functions.

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  Desktop Editor Software

  Works with external editor software for Windows and macOS, allowing users to configure Multi combinations, zone key ranges, program changes, and controller mappings.

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  Virtual Controllers

  The editor provides nine virtual sliders, nine virtual knobs, and nine virtual switches per zone for expanded controller assignments.

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  MIDI Machine Control

  Front-panel buttons can be assigned to MMC Play and Stop commands for remotely controlling supported digital audio workstation transport functions.

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  Hardware MIDI Connectivity

  A 5-pin MIDI output allows connection to compatible hardware synthesizers, sequencers, and MIDI interfaces.

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  USB Computer Connectivity

  A USB Type B connection links the controller to a computer for editor software and MIDI-related workflows.

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  USB Bus Power

  Can receive power through USB, reducing the need for a separate power adapter when used with a suitable USB connection.

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  Optional External Power

  Can alternatively use a compatible 5V DC, 1.5A power supply, which is sold separately.

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  Automatic Power-Off

  Includes an automatic power-off feature designed to help conserve power when the controller is not being used.

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  Included Accessories

  Ships with a sustain pedal switch, USB cable, and music stand. Additional switch and continuous controller pedals may need to be purchased separately.

• Music ProductionThe four-zone architecture, programmable controls, and desktop editor help producers manage multiple virtual instruments and MIDI parameters from one keyboard.
• Live Keyboard PerformanceSaved Multis, programmable buttons, split and layer configurations, and the pitch/modulation joystick make it easier to switch between performance setups.
• Hardware Synthesizer ControlThe 5-pin MIDI output supports connections to compatible hardware synthesizers, sequencers, and MIDI interfaces.
• Computer-Based Music WorkUSB connectivity and cross-platform editor support allow users to configure controller assignments and integrate the KM88 into compatible computer-based music setups.
• Piano-Style PlayingThe 88 fully weighted hammer-action keys provide a piano-like playing experience for musicians who prefer a weighted keyboard.
• Complex Split and Layer SetupsFour independent zones allow different key ranges and layered parts to control separate sounds or MIDI destinations.
• Expressive Performance ControlThe programmable joystick, velocity maps, and pedal inputs provide multiple ways to shape pitch, modulation, dynamics, and other assigned parameters.
• One-Key Chord PerformanceChord triggers can activate chords of up to eight notes from a single key, which can simplify certain performance arrangements.
• DAW Transport ControlProgrammable buttons can send supported MMC Play/Stop commands, allowing compatible DAW transport functions to be controlled from the keyboard.
• Custom Studio and Stage WorkflowsThe combination of user Multis, zone-specific controller assignments, and programmable controls makes it suitable for repeatable studio configurations and live performance setups.