John,

If you decide to go with the Ketron as an external module, the Studiologic SL-990XP 88-Key MIDI Controller is the most cost-effective and high quality solution of which I am aware. I have had my hands on a friend's and can attest to its piano-like feel and durability--he has had it for over three years and uses it constantly in his studio.

It comes with a power supply, but you would need to add a sustain pedal. It retails for $380 USD at Guitar Center. Studiologic have two higher-end versions which retail for $520 and $700, respectively, also at GC. (Search keywords 88 key controller keyboard, then compare the three Studiologic models, which all come in slightly under their M-Audio equivalents.)

R.


"My primary musical instrument is the personal computer."