Yamaha KX8 USB Keyboard

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The KX series USB Keyboards Studios have been created to optimally complement software-based music production and workflow. Control capability has been refined for smooth integration with DAW software, the most popular software-based tone modules, and the workflow methodologies they involve. Everything you need for smooth music production is right at your fingertips.

Integrated DAW Transport and Track Control
The KX series USB Keyboard Studios provide high-level integration with Steinberg CUBASE 4 and CUBASE STUDIO 4 DAW applications, in addition to the bundled CUBASE AI software. Record, play, stop, mute, and solo functions can all be operated right from the keyboard controls.

Furthermore, MIDI quantize and delete functions are pre-assigned to the assignable keys so you can start production without the need for complex setup procedures. But you’re not limited to CUBASE software. The KX series USB Keyboard Studios also support Apple Logic Pro, MOTU Digital Performer, and Cakewalk Sonar DAW applications.

Integrated VSTi Instrument Window and Track Control
When using VSTi software instruments with CUBASE, you can open or close edit windows with a single button, and add instrument tracks right from the controller keyboard. There’s also automatic switching of control templates for different software tone modules when tracks are switched for a smooth, efficient workflow.

Four Control Knobs and 30 Control Templates for Real Time Parameter Control
These advanced control keyboards also include control templates for 30 of the most popular software tone modules, automatically assigning the most frequently used parameters for the selected tone module to the keyboard’s four real-time control knobs. When using CUBASE the appropriate control templates are automatically selected when switching tracks, so you won’t be distracted by having to change settings manually. For detailed parameter assignment and editing for the four knobs and buttons, the KX Editor application can be downloaded from the Yamaha website for free. The KX Editor lets you create different parameter sets for production and performance, or for different types of music, and simply switch them as required.

Digital Recording that Feels Good
The CUBASE AI software bundled with the KX series USB Keyboards Studios harnesses the power of the Steinberg CUBASE 4 digital audio workstation to provide a set of advanced software tools that are easy to use while delivering extensive recording and production capabilities. In addition to advanced audio recording and editing, CUBASE AI offers a range of MIDI sequencing capabilities, an entire suite of VST effect plug-ins, and a HALionOne sample player featuring selected waves from the famed Yamaha MOTIF synthesizers.