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Keyboard Sustain

Alternative to a piano - 88 key keyboard!

Why should we look for a keyboard with 88 keys? The first case, the obvious reason that emerges is that we may not be able to afford a piano with the traditional look - whether acoustic or digital.

Cost, and to some extent that it needs more space are the main reasons for someone choosing a keyboard that has 88 buttons. Someone who began to learn about the 61-key keyboards, and is inclined to move to the advanced level, will need a keyboard with 88 keys. Whatever style of music you want to learn - classical, jazz, blues, etc, you will need to play 88 key pieces of art.

But moving a digital piano is a more expensive option that may be getting your 61-key exchanged for a 88-key keyboard that, if the budget is considered high. If you add the advantage of portability, it would seem more rational to go into that since you can even take it with you if you perform.

If you're worried about what kind of keyboards these keys will then relax. You get keyboards that were classified as hammers, similar than acoustic grand piano. Thus, touch and feel of your keyboard will not change. You can also attach pedals sustain these keyboards.

There are many manufacturers out there who make music keyboards that have over 61 buttons. You can explore Yamaha, Roland, and Korg keyboards, if you're looking for 88-key keyboards.

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88 Keys – Various Brands

Casio Accessory Sustain Pedal $24.99 Add an optional sustain pedal to your keyboard for easier playability.

Sustain $11.49 Sustain

Yamaha Sustain Pedal $34.99 Expand the musical options of your keyboard with this sustain pedal that is designed to work like an acoustic piano pedal.

On-Stage Keyboard Piano Style Sustain Pedal $26.99 Sustain notes and chords with this piano style sustain pedal that features a polarity switch for use with most electronic keyboards.

Casio Sustain Pedal $39.99 The Casio SP-20 is a traditional piano-style pedal that plugs into your Casio keyboard or digital piano. It is designed to sustain notes in the same way as the damper pedal on an acoustic piano.

Yamaha FC5 Sustain Footswitch $19.99 Perfect for any application that requires a nonlatching momentary switch - use it as a keyboard sustain pedal or as a punch-in switch for hard disk recorders and more. 5' cable gives you plenty of room to move.5' cable1/4" phone plug

Yamaha Fc5 Sustain Footswitch $19.99 Perfect for any application that requires a nonlatching momentary switch - use it as a keyboard sustain pedal or as a punch-in switch for hard disk recorders and more. 5' cable gives you plenty of room to move.5' cable1/4" phone plug

Pyle PPDLS1 Acoustic Keyboard/Piano Sustain Pedal $29.51 Piano Style Acoustic Sustain Pedal. Specially Designed Rubber Bottom Floor Grips. Works with all 1/4 Input Keyboards

M-Audio SP-2 sustain pedal $19.95 The M-Audio SP-2 Sustain Pedal is the perfect product for keyboard players who want the most realistic pedal action. The SP-2 model is used in the same manner as the sustain pedal on an acoustic piano. This classic-style pedal works with any M-Audio keyboard. Designed to work and feel just like an acoustic pianos sustain pedal, it has a specially designed rubber bottom that grips the floor and stays put while you play. The SP-2 is a high-quality damper pedal with expressive half-pedal capabilities.

Yamaha Dual-Zone Sustain Pedal for Most Keyboards $49.99 Bring the sound of an acoustic piano to your keyboard with this pedal that creates sustain effects. The continuous zone allows different types of sustain for versatility.

M-Audio SP-1 Sustain Pedal $12.95 The M-Audio SP-1 is a simple, compact and sturdy sustain pedal for todays electronic keyboard. The SP-1 is perfect for any application that requires a non-latching momentary switch. It is compatible with all electronic keyboards.

Casio SP-3 Sustain Pedal $31.99 Add an optional sustain pedal to your keyboard for easier playability. The pedal allows all of the notes on the piano to resonate after the keys have been lifted, for as long as the pedal is pressed down, forcing all of the notes to echo and overlap. It's compatible with the following models: CTK-2000, CTK-451, CTK-471, CTK-481, CTK-495, CTK-496, CTK-519, CTK-520L, CTK-533, CTK-540, CTK-555L, CTK-560L, CTK-571, CTK-573, CTK-591, CTK-611, CTK-620L, CTK-631, CTK-691, CTK-700, CTK-710, CTK-711EX, CTK-720, CTK-731, CTK-800, CTK-810, CTK-900, LK-100, LK-200S, LK-220, LK-300TV, LK-43, LK-45, LK-50, LK-55, LK-73, LK-90TV, LK-94TV, WK-110, WK-1300, WK-1350, WK-1600, WK-1630, WK-1800, WK-3000, WK-3200, WK-3300, WK-3500, WK-3700, WK-3800, and WK-8000.

Casio Sustain Pedal SP3/SP3R for CTK/LK/WK Keyboards $24.95 Add an optional sustain pedal to your keyboard for easier playability.

Yamaha FC4 Piano-Style Sustain Pedal $29.99 The classic-style Yamaha FC4 Sustain Pedal works with any Yamaha keyboard utilizing a sustain pedal with a 1/4" connector. Permanent 6' cable to 1/4" phone plug.Classic designsolid construction6' cord with 1/4" jack

Yamaha Fc4 Piano-Style Sustain Pedal $29.99 The classic-style Yamaha FC4 Sustain Pedal works with any Yamaha keyboard utilizing a sustain pedal with a 1/4" connector. Permanent 6' cable to 1/4" phone plug.Classic designsolid construction6' cord with 1/4" jack

M-Audio Sp-2 Sustain Pedal $19.94 The M-Audio SP-2 Sustain Pedal is a high-quality pedal designed to work and feel just like the sustain pedal on an acoustic piano. The classic-style single pedal works with any M-Audio keyboard and has a specially designed rubber bottom that grips the floor to help it stay put while you play.Classic designCompatible with all electronic keyboards6' cable with 1/4" jackBuilt around a heavy-duty mechanismRubber-coated shell and chrome footpedal

Schubert 88 Key Electronic Keyboard Piano + Stand & Sustain pedal $489.9 This E-Piano from Schubert is suitable for both ambitious young pianists and advanced piano players. It is packed full of features to keep the creative music maker happy - including 131 sounds and 200 rhythms.The USB-MIDI interface makes it easy to hook up to a computer so you can write and record your own music and a built in microphone port and sustain pedal input expands the creative applications of the device..The system not only sounds but looks great with the wooden cabinet design, included stand and large, clear LCD display. A great keyboard at a fantastic price.Supplied with stand and sustain pedal.

MAudio 99005080500 SP2 HeavyDuty Sustain Pedal $39.43 The MAudio SP2 Sustain Pedal is the perfect product for keyboard players who want the most realistic pedal action. The SP2 model is used in the same manner as the sustain pedal on an acoustic piano. This classicstyle pedal works with any MAudio keyboard. Designed to work. feel just like an acoustic piano s sustain pedal. it has a specially designed rubber bottom that grips the floor stays put while you play. The SP2 is a highquality switchable damper pedal.

Live Wire Solutions LWS25 Universal Sustain Pedal $9.99 Use the Live Wire LWS25 Universal Sustain Pedal when you want a richer, more resonant sound. The notes you play will continue to sound until you release the pedal. The LWS25 sustain pedal will operate with any keyboard with a 1/4" jack.6' cordNormally open or closedSwitchable polarityOne-year limited warranty

Live Wire Solutions Lws25 Universal Sustain Pedal $14.99 Use the Live Wire LWS25 Universal Sustain Pedal when you want a richer, more resonant sound. The notes you play will continue to sound until you release the pedal. The LWS25 sustain pedal will operate with any keyboard with a 1/4" jack.6' cordNormally open or closedSwitchable polarityOne-year limited warranty

Boss DS1 Distortion Sustain Pedal $79.99 Provides a harder distortion effect for guitar and keyboard sounds. Faithfully reproduces all the nuances of playing dynamics at any volume.

Sustain Foot Pedal for CASIO YAMAHA Electronic Keyboard Piano (WTB-004) Black $17.49 Features:BRAND NEW& professional electronic keyboard instruments accessory!Heavy duty steel construction and flexible plastic cushionsFoot switchable function for both CASIO/YAMAHA Electronic Keyboard Inst5rumentsThe polarity of the witching signal can be set by a mine slip switchHigh quality, low noise, and proper size for footDiameter 6.3mm plug and cable is 6 Ft longPedal size: L95 x W70 x D26 mmWeight: 321g 

Casio AMG CASIO SP3R KYBD SUSTAIN PEDAL $19.99 Add an optional sustain pedal to your Casio keyboard for easier playability and more expressive possibilities.Works with the following models:CPS-7, CPS-85, CTK-481, CTK-483, CTK-485, CTK-491, CTK-495, CTK-496, CTK-519, CTK-520L, CTK-531, CTK-54 , CTK-541, CTK-551, CTK-555L, CTK-560, CTK-560L, CTK-571, CTK-573, CTK-574, CTK-591, CTK-593ADMC, CTK-593STADMC, CTK-611, CTK-620L, CTK-631, CTK-650CSAD, CTK-651, CTK-671, CTK-691, CTK-691STAD, CTK-711EX, CTK-731, LK-40, LK-4 , LK-43, LK-43JC, LK-45, LK-50, LK-55, LK-90TV, LK-90TV Bundle, MZ-2000, WK-1300, WK-1350, WK-1600, WK-1630, WK-1800, WK-3000, WK-3000DX, and WK-3500.

Casio Amg Casio Sp3r Kybd Sustain Pedal $19.99 Add an optional sustain pedal to your Casio keyboard for easier playability and more expressive possibilities.Works with the following models:CPS-7, CPS-85, CTK-481, CTK-483, CTK-485, CTK-491, CTK-495, CTK-496, CTK-519, CTK-520L, CTK-531, CTK-54 , CTK-541, CTK-551, CTK-555L, CTK-560, CTK-560L, CTK-571, CTK-573, CTK-574, CTK-591, CTK-593ADMC, CTK-593STADMC, CTK-611, CTK-620L, CTK-631, CTK-650CSAD, CTK-651, CTK-671, CTK-691, CTK-691STAD, CTK-711EX, CTK-731, LK-40, LK-4 , LK-43, LK-43JC, LK-45, LK-50, LK-55, LK-90TV, LK-90TV Bundle, MZ-2000, WK-1300, WK-1350, WK-1600, WK-1630, WK-1800, WK-3000, WK-3000DX, and WK-3500.

Live Wire Solutions LWS250 Universal Sustain Pedal $29.99 The LWS250 is a piano-style pedal that is perfect when you need a sturdy, full-size pedal that stays right where you put it. Use it when you want a richer, more resonant sound; the notes you play will continue to sound until you release the pedal. The LWS250 will operate with any keyboard with a 1/4" jack.

Korg PS1 Momentary Footswitch Sustain Pedal $39.58 This rugged momentary footswitch features a metal housing, rubber footpad and comes with an attached cable. It can be used with any Korg product equipped with a 1/4" footswitch jack. It function will vary depending on the product, and the settings inside that product. The PS1 can also be connected to the damper pedal jack of any korg keyboard.

Live Wire Solutions Lws250 Universal Sustain Pedal $29.99 The LWS250 is a piano-style pedal that is perfect when you need a sturdy, full-size pedal that stays right where you put it. Use it when you want a richer, more resonant sound; the notes you play will continue to sound until you release the pedal. The LWS250 will operate with any keyboard with a 1/4" jack.7' cordNormally open or closedSwitchable polaritySturdy rubber-coated shellOne-year limited warranty