M-Audio Hammer 88 Pro Review (For Virtual Orchestration)

#MAudio #Hammer88Pro #Composing

My review of the new M-Audio Hammer 88 Pro for Film Composing, Virtual Orchestration, and other MIDI mockup activities in DAWs.
I test the mapping features, general layout, judge the feel, and more!

See my Arturia Keylab 88 mkii video:    • Arturia Keylab 88mkii Review (For Orchestr...  

More info on the keyboard: https://bit.ly/2RWlQcR
M-Audio Hammer 88 Pro (Amazon): https://amzn.to/2TuOulQ
Arturia Keylab 88mkii (Amazon): https://amzn.to/3vmhqdb
M-Audio Hammer 88 (Original) (Amazon): https://amzn.to/3iJ2LFN
Mic used in video (RODE NT1-A): https://amzn.to/3pXXQ5M
Cheap Lav Mic (Used in Video): https://amzn.to/3aEamAD

00:00 Intro
00:56 Unboxing
01:49 Opening Remarks
02:55 ADVANTAGES
03:07 Advantages: Feel, Graded Hammer Action
05:23 Advantages: Layout/Ergonomics
06:49 Advantages: Included Music Stand,
06:55 Advantages: Look: Matte Black, Felt Thing
07:17 Advantages: Build, Size
07:34 Advantages: Price
08:13 Modes
08:28 Modes: DAW Mode and Controls
09:38 Modes: Preset Mode and Mapping Controls
10:24 Footswitch Inputs
10:35 USB Bus Power/9V DC
10:55 DISADVANTAGES (Disclaimer)
11:13 Disadvantage: No Built in Computer Stand
11:38 Disadvantage: Main Toggle Knob only turns
11:52 Disadvantage: Slow Navigation and UI
12:55 Shorter Fader Throw
13:22 Disadvantage: No Endless Rotary Encoders
13:52 Disadvantage: Size
14:15 Disadvantage: No CV Ports
14:22 Disadvantage: Pedal Compatibility
15:05 Other Features: Smart Chord/Note, Arpeggiator,
16:09 Included Software
16:31 Final Thoughts


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