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Keyboards
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There are plenty of options for keyboards that you can use with Hauptwerk.
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Classic Organ Works Keyboard Stacks
The Classic Organ Works Keyboard Stacks give you a lot of control over Hauptwerk. They have 7 types of keyboard stacks:
-Classic PRO Midi organ keyboards with 20 real round organ pistons per manual.
-Cherry Wood-Core Classic Pro MIDI Organ Keyboards with 20 real round organ pistons per manual.
-Classic Organ Keyboards with 20 square pistons per manual.
-Ebony Wood-Core Classic Pro MIDI Organ Keyboards with 20 real round pistons per manual.
-Ebony Wood-Core Pistonless MIDI Keyboards.
-Cherry Wood-Core Pistonless MIDI Keyboards.
-MIDI Organ Pistonless Keyboards.
From $525 to $1,795 per keyboard.
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M-Audio Keystation 61es
A lot of people like to use these keyboards with Hauptwerk because they are cheap, and you don't need a midi interface, they connect via USB.
The keys are semi-weighted, which could be a down side to some people but good for people used to playing on a tracker touch keyboard, they are
somewhat similar.
This keyboard is around $170 in most stores.
Click
here for more information about the M-Audio Keystation 61es.
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Just about any Midi Keyboard
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Just about any Midi keyboard will work fine with Hauptwerk, the price depends on the keyboard you buy, they range from $50 to hundreds of
dollars.
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Pedalboards
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When it comes to Midi pedalboards, there are not many options.
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Classic Organ Works Midi Pedalboard
If you want a full sized AGO pedalboard, the Classic Organ Works pedalboard is one of the best options.
Though this pedalboard is expensive, it has the exact same feel as a real organ pedalboard, it is just like having a real
organ in your home.
This pedalboard is $1,725. For more information about this pedalboard, click
here.
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Smaller Pedalboards
If having a full sized pedalboard isn't that important to you, you can always get a smaller pedalboard with only 12-20 pedals.
Here are some different models that you can look at:
- Roland PK-25
(25 pedals with expression pedal)
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Roland PK-7A (20 pedals with expression pedal)
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Studiologic MP-117 (17 pedals)
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Studiologic MP-113 (13 pedals)
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Midi-fy a Pedalboard
The cheapest way to go with pedalboards is to find an old one, and midi-fy it yourself. It is a lot simpler than it sounds if you buy a kit.
The two most common kits are:
-The
MKSC-4A from Classic Organ Works
This is a simple kit to work with, everything comes pre-wired, all you need to do is install it, and plug it in to the computer.
-The mpc32xrs from the Midi
Gadgets Boutique with the csr32p reed switch contact system
If you buy these two together then it is very simple to install and use.
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Accessories
Toe Pistons:
Rolls MP128 MIDI Buddy Pedal
The Rolls MP128 gives you the ability to program all 10 buttons to perform a function in hauptwerk. This Midi controller is also
pretty cheap, around $130.
For more information about the Rolls MP128, click here.
Randall Mullin's Comments on This Controller
"This unit only allows one channel to be chosen for the entire unit (all the toe switches) and the channel is changed by tiny dip switches on the back of the unit. This does not allow you to program a combination of Generals, pedal pistons, and reversibles for the switches. I bought one of these units and returned it because of these limitations."
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Rocktron All Access MIDI Foot Controller
Although it is expensive, the Rocktron All Access Foot Controller is a great product to use for toe pistons. It is easy to set up, and It fits perfectly on either side of your pedalboard.
For more information about the Rocktron All Access Foot Controller, click here.
Randall Mullin has created an installation tutorial for this product.
Click here to access it.
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MIDI Solutions F8
The MIDI Solutions F8 allows you to plug 8 regular footswitches into it. The F8 turns the signal into a Midi signal, and it plugs directly into your computer
with Midi. For more information about the MIDI Solutions F8, click
here.
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Expression Pedals:
Classic Organ Works Swell Shoes
The Classic Organ Works Swell Shoes are built to AGO specifications, so they feel just like a real organ. They plug in through analog inputs, there are analog inputs in all of the Classic Organ Works pedalboards and keyboards. Though these Swell Shoes are expensive, they give you the feel of a real organ.
For more information about these swell shoes, click here.
MIDI Solutions Continuous MIDI Data Pedal Controller
Ths MIDI Solutions Continuous MIDI Data Pedal Controller allows you to connect any regular expression with a 1/4" stereo phone plug with a midi device. The little box merges the signals together and you can use it with expression pedals in Hauptwerk. For more information about the MIDI Solutions Continuous MIDI Data Pedal Controller, click
here.
Volume Pedal
If you don't want to spend a lot on expression pedals, but you want to have a little bit of control over the volume
of your organ, then just buy a regular volume pedal. The Behringer FCV100 Dual Mode Footcontroller Has about the same amount of movement as a real organ
expression pedal. You can also adjust the tension of the pedal. Also, the Yamaha Dual Volume Pedal gives you about the same movement of a real organ expression pedal.
There are many other volume pedals out there too, all at different prices, you just need to find one that fits your needs best.
Combinations:
Behringer FCB1010
A lot of people who use Hauptwerk find this product very usefull. It comes with 2 expression pedals, and 10 assignable footswitches that can switch anything in Hauptwerk.
Because this is product is made mostly for guitars and other instruments, you do not get that much movement out of the expression pedals, but most people say that it is enough to give you a lot of control.
For more information about the Behringer FCB1010, click here.
Kenneth Spencer has put together a great instructional manual on how to configure the FCB1010 with Hauptwerk.
Click here to download it.
Yamaha MFC10 MIDI Footcontroller
The Yamaha MFC10 MIDI Footcontroller comes with 10 configurable footswitches and 1 expression pedal. If you need more than one expression pedal,
the MFC10 has 4 sw/exp pedal inputs.
For more information about the Yamaha MFC10, click
here.
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If you would like to add any other Hauptwerk hardware on this page, please send an email to hauptwerk.help@gmail.com
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