M-Audio Hammer 88

I use the Hammer 88 mostly as you would a normal piano. As a student I can't afford an acoustic piano or a more expensive stage piano, so I went with the Hammer 88 as a budget alternative to a full-size piano.

I have not been disappointed and so far I am very impressed. The build quality is sublime, robust and it feels like the controller will hold for many years to come.

The Hammer Action Keys are nicely responsive and satisfying to play on. Even though nothing compares to the feel of playing on an acoustic piano, the Hammer 88 isn't that far off. Definitely not considering the rather modest price.

If you don't already have som good samples on your computer - don't worry! The four VST plugins (consisting of two piano plugins, one organ and an electric piano) that accompany the Hammer 88 by purchase are actually very good. Especially if you, like me, are rather new to the piano scene.

It doesn't have any fancy functions like faders, pads and so on.
But for anyone looking for a well-built, reasonably priced piano controller, look no further. The Hammer 88 is waiting for you!