Yamaha KX8

$329.99 to $2,464.89 Price Tier: High-end

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$2,464.89 2 available Used

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In the MIDI Keyboard Controllers category, Yamaha KX8 is priced in the High-end/Boutique range. This premium gear is built to very high standards and offers premium features.

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Elevate your music production game with the Yamaha KX8, an 88-key Graded Hammer Action MIDI keyboard controller designed to deliver exceptional control and expressive playability. Whether you're in the studio or on stage, the KX8 is more than just a controller—it's your gateway to seamless music creation. Its intuitive design features four assignable rotary encoders, providing versatile control over your virtual instruments. The KX8's powerful arpeggio "phrase factory" offers over 340 editable patterns, allowing you to infuse your compositions with dynamic rhythms.

The Yamaha KX8 is equipped with preset control templates for 30 major VST instruments, making it a perfect companion for any digital audio workstation. Its USB bus-powered operation ensures you can set up quickly, without the need for additional power sources. The dedicated transport and track mute/solo controls streamline your workflow, putting essential functions at your fingertips. Dive into the world of music production right out of the box with the included Cubase AI software and editor, turning the KX8 into a comprehensive studio solution. Embrace the Yamaha legacy of quality and innovation with the KX8, and let your creativity flow.

Key Features:

88-note Graded Hammer (GHS) Action
USB bus-powered MIDI keyboard controller
Four assignable rotary encoder knobs
Preset control templates for 30 major VSTi's
Transport and track mute and solo controls
Programmable velocity curve control
Arpeggio "phrase factory" with over 340 patterns
Cubase AI and editor software included
Advanced integration for VSTi operations

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The KX8 is built on a particleboard chassis, making it less durable compared to other materials used in MIDI controllers.
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Compared to the SL88 Studio, the KX8's keyboard is not graded, which affects the realism of the weighted key feel.
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Some users have found the KX8 for as low as $50, suggesting variability in used market pricing for this model.
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One user, who is primarily a pianist, found the KX8's keyboard action more favorable than the heavier, sluggish feel of the Komplete Kontrol S88.
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4.5 out of 5

Based on 2 Reviews and 9 Ratings

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john_withers

815

over 7 years ago

Good weighted Midi keyboard

Bought this second hand and used it for a year or so but then bought an M-Audio Hammer 88. Not that I was totally dissatisfied with the Yamaha but I liked the feel of the M-Audio better.

piyasiri

over 12 years ago

It's like a real piano

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Craig Jones

Guitarist, Keyboardist

Slipknot

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This post describes each Slipknot member's equipment.

Nils Lofgren

Singer, Guitarist

Crazy Horse

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For sale from Nils Lofgren is a Yamaha KX-88 MIDI Keyboard with an accompanying flight case in good condition. The keyboard shows some dust and grime but is in fully-functioning condition. The flight case shows some wear from the road.

David Sancious

Keyboardist, Music Producer

Santana

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David Sancious, renowned American musician and former member of Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band, is seen using the Yamaha KX8 MIDI Keyboard Controller in a performance of "If I Ever Lose My Faith in You" with Sting. This showcases his versatility as a keyboard player, adding to his extensive career collaborating with artists like Eric Clapton and Peter Gabriel.