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Best Master Keyboards (up to 88 Keys) 2025

Top-rated master keyboards (up to 88 keys) 2025 - expert picks for every budget and skill level

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $300 Under $500 Under $2,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Classical Piano For Jazz Piano For Professional Performance For Studio Recording For Piano Education For Concert Performance
BRANDS: Doepfer Arturia
Native Instruments Kontrol S88 MK3 Komplete 15 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Native Instruments Kontrol S88 MK3 Komplete 15

by Native Instruments
Classical Piano Professional Performance Studio Recording
Key Feature:
• Full piano range and capability
✓ PROS
  • • Professional piano performance standard
  • • No limitations for any piano repertoire
✗ CONS
  • • May be overkill for electronic production
  • • Requires significant space

Native Instruments Kontrol S88 MK3 Komplete 15*Bundle offer comprising*, Native Instruments Kontrol S88 MK3*USB...

⭐ 5.0/5 (15 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 601323
$1,396
Buy at Thomann View Details
Arturia KeyLab Essential 88 mk3 White - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Arturia KeyLab Essential 88 mk3 White

by Arturia
Classical Piano Piano Education Professional Performance
Key Feature:
• Professional piano performance standard
✓ PROS
  • • Usually weighted hammer action
  • • Full piano range and capability
✗ CONS
  • • May be overkill for electronic production
  • • Most expensive category

Arturia KeyLab Essential 88 mk3 WhiteUSB MIDI Keyboard88 velocity-sensitive keysEight velocity-sensitive pads with...

⭐ 4.6/5 (6 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 586181
$416
Buy at Thomann View Details
Kawai VPC1 Stage Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Kawai VPC1 Stage Bundle

by Kawai
Classical Piano Professional Performance Studio Recording
Key Feature:
• Usually weighted hammer action
✓ PROS
  • • Usually weighted hammer action
  • • Full piano range and capability
✗ CONS
  • • Requires significant space
  • • Most expensive category

Kawai VPC1 Stage Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Kawai VPC1*Master Keyboard*88 Key master keyboard in stage piano...

⭐ 4.4/5 (52 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 536010
$1,502
Buy at Thomann View Details
M-Audio Hammer 88 Pro - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

M-Audio Hammer 88 Pro

by M-Audio
Classical Piano Studio Recording Concert Performance
Key Feature:
• Best expression and dynamic control
✓ PROS
  • • Usually weighted hammer action
  • • Professional piano performance standard
✗ CONS
  • • Most expensive category
  • • Largest and heaviest controllers

M-Audio Hammer 88 Pro88-Key USB/MIDI ControllerWith graded hammer action keyboardWith aftertouch and assignable zones16...

⭐ 4.6/5 (55 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 515537
$579
Buy at Thomann View Details
Doepfer LMK4+ 88 GH BL without Case - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Doepfer LMK4+ 88 GH BL without Case

by Doepfer
Piano Education Concert Performance Classical Piano
Key Feature:
• Full piano range and capability
✓ PROS
  • • Professional piano performance standard
  • • Best expression and dynamic control
✗ CONS
  • • May be overkill for electronic production
  • • Most expensive category

Doepfer LMK4+ 88 GH BL without Case, Master Keyboard*Built-In Version Without Housing*88 Key hammer mechanismGraduated...

⭐ 4.6/5 (35 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 449792
$1,704
Buy at Thomann View Details
Native Instruments Kontrol S88 MK3 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Native Instruments Kontrol S88 MK3

by Native Instruments
Studio Recording Concert Performance Jazz Piano
Key Feature:
• No limitations for any piano repertoire
✓ PROS
  • • Professional piano performance standard
  • • Full piano range and capability
✗ CONS
  • • Requires significant space
  • • Difficult to transport frequently

Native Instruments Kontrol S88 MK3USB Keyboard ControllerFatar keyboard with polyphonic aftertouch and 88 weighted keys...

⭐ 4.9/5 (10 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 570927
$1,209
Buy at Thomann View Details
Doepfer LMK4+ 88 GH black - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Doepfer LMK4+ 88 GH black

by Doepfer
Professional Performance Piano Education Studio Recording
Key Feature:
• Best expression and dynamic control
✓ PROS
  • • Full piano range and capability
  • • Usually weighted hammer action
✗ CONS
  • • Requires significant space
  • • Largest and heaviest controllers

Doepfer LMK4+ 88 GH blackMaster keyboardHammer action keyboard with 88 keysGraded hammer action keyboard (TP/40GH) with...

⭐ 4.8/5 (45 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 316487
$1,869
Buy at Thomann View Details
M-Audio Hammer 88 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

M-Audio Hammer 88

by M-Audio
Classical Piano Piano Education Jazz Piano
Key Feature:
• No limitations for any piano repertoire
✓ PROS
  • • No limitations for any piano repertoire
  • • Usually weighted hammer action
✗ CONS
  • • Most expensive category
  • • Difficult to transport frequently

M-Audio Hammer 88M-Audio Hammer 88Includes a 3-month Skoove license for online piano lessonsUSB/MIDI controller with...

⭐ 4.5/5 (31 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 416495
$494
Buy at Thomann View Details
Novation Launchkey 88 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Novation Launchkey 88

by Novation
Jazz Piano Piano Education Studio Recording
Key Feature:
• Usually weighted hammer action
✓ PROS
  • • No limitations for any piano repertoire
  • • Full piano range and capability
✗ CONS
  • • Difficult to transport frequently
  • • Largest and heaviest controllers

Novation Launchkey 88USB MIDI Keyboard ControllerWith 88 half-weighted full-size keysAdjustable dynamic curves16 RGB...

⭐ 4.8/5 (12 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 543170
$417
Buy at Thomann View Details
Native Instruments Kontrol S88 MK3 Kompl. 15 Ult. - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Native Instruments Kontrol S88 MK3 Kompl. 15 Ult.

by Native Instruments
Piano Education Classical Piano Studio Recording
Key Feature:
• Full piano range and capability
✓ PROS
  • • Professional piano performance standard
  • • Best expression and dynamic control
✗ CONS
  • • Difficult to transport frequently
  • • Most expensive category

Native Instruments Kontrol S88 MK3 Kompl. 15 Ult.*Bundle offer comprising*, Native Instruments Kontrol S88 MK3*USB...

⭐ 4.7/5 (23 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 601874
$1,649
Buy at Thomann View Details
Arturia KeyLab 88 mk3 White - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Arturia KeyLab 88 mk3 White

by Arturia
Concert Performance Jazz Piano Professional Performance
Key Feature:
• Professional piano performance standard
✓ PROS
  • • Best expression and dynamic control
  • • No limitations for any piano repertoire
✗ CONS
  • • Largest and heaviest controllers
  • • Difficult to transport frequently

Arturia KeyLab 88 mk3 WhiteUSB/MIDI Controller KeyboardFatar keyboard (TP/110) with hammer action and 88 weighted keys...

⭐ 4.8/5 (43 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 612845
$1,042
Buy at Thomann View Details
Doepfer PK88 GH without Case - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Doepfer PK88 GH without Case

by Doepfer
Jazz Piano Professional Performance Studio Recording
Key Feature:
• Best expression and dynamic control
✓ PROS
  • • No limitations for any piano repertoire
  • • Professional piano performance standard
✗ CONS
  • • Requires significant space
  • • May be overkill for electronic production

Doepfer PK88 GH without Case, Master Keyboard*Built-In Version Without Housing*Hammer Action88 KeysGraduated Hammer...

⭐ 4.7/5 (38 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 449788
$1,044
Buy at Thomann View Details
Doepfer LMK4+ 88 GH grey - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Doepfer LMK4+ 88 GH grey

by Doepfer
Professional Performance Classical Piano Concert Performance
Key Feature:
• Full piano range and capability
✓ PROS
  • • Usually weighted hammer action
  • • Professional piano performance standard
✗ CONS
  • • Largest and heaviest controllers
  • • Most expensive category

Doepfer LMK4+ 88 GH greyMaster keyboardHammer action keyboard with 88 keysGraded hammer action keyboard (TP/40GH) with...

⭐ 4.8/5 (24 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 265017
$1,859
Buy at Thomann View Details
Doepfer PK88 GH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Doepfer PK88 GH

by Doepfer
Piano Education Concert Performance Classical Piano
Key Feature:
• No limitations for any piano repertoire
✓ PROS
  • • No limitations for any piano repertoire
  • • Best expression and dynamic control
✗ CONS
  • • May be overkill for electronic production
  • • Requires significant space

Doepfer PK88 GHMaster KeyboardHammer action keyboard88 KeysGraded hammer action keyboard (TP/40GH)Specifically for the...

⭐ 4.7/5 (55 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 265038
$1,260
Buy at Thomann View Details
Studiologic SL88 mk2 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Studiologic SL88 mk2

by Studiologic
Studio Recording Classical Piano Concert Performance
Key Feature:
• Usually weighted hammer action
✓ PROS
  • • Usually weighted hammer action
  • • Full piano range and capability
✗ CONS
  • • Largest and heaviest controllers
  • • May be overkill for electronic production

Studiologic SL88 mk2Controller Keyboard with 88 KeysTP/110 weighted hammer action with aftertouch100 programmes24...

⭐ 4.4/5 (43 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 610039
$549
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Master Keyboards (up to 88 Keys)

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced master keyboards (up to 88 keys) typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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