About M-Audio

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M-Audio is a well-established American manufacturer of music production equipment, known for its wide range of MIDI controllers, audio interfaces, and studio monitors. Founded in 1988, M-Audio has become a popular choice among musicians, producers, and audio professionals, especially in the home studio and entry-level market. The company’s MIDI controllers, such as the Keystation and Oxygen series, are celebrated for their user-friendly designs, affordability, and compatibility with various digital audio workstations (DAWs), making them ideal for beginners and experienced musicians alike.

In addition to MIDI controllers, M-Audio offers a selection of audio interfaces, including the M-Track and Fast Track series, which provide reliable audio input and output solutions for recording and playback. Their products often feature high-quality preamps, low-latency monitoring, and versatile connectivity options, ensuring seamless integration into any music production setup. M-Audio also produces studio monitors like the BX series, designed to deliver accurate sound reproduction for mixing and mastering. With a commitment to providing accessible and high-quality music production tools, M-Audio continues to be a trusted brand among creatives in the music industry.

M-Audio SP-1 – Universal Sustain Pedal for MIDI Keyboards, Digital Pianos, Electric Pianos & More

£12.99 £12.32

Universal compatibility – Lightweight universal sustain foot-pedal or foot switch controller for digital pianos, MIDI controllers, synthesisers and more courtesy of a built-in polarity switch The perfect accessory for your M-Audio controller – Compat… read more

Sovvid Sustain Pedal for Keyboard, Piano Foot Pedal Keyboard Pedal with Polarity Switch for All Brands Electronic Keyboards, MIDI Keyboards, Digital Pianos, Yamaha, Casio, Roland and More-Silver

£12.99

🎹【Upgraded Design, Better Sound】: Sovvid sustain pedal has upgraded high-quality spring and cushion to reduce the click noise. Achieving the best sound quality, enrich your digital piano tone. 🎹【Widely Application and Compatibility】: Sovvid Universal… read more

M-Audio EX-P – Expression Pedal for Keyboards, MIDI Keyboards / Controllers and Supported Guitar Effects Pedals, Black

£12.99 £12.22

Express yourself – Expand and unlock the full creative scope of your controller or keyboard with M-audio's universal EX-P expression pedal Control anything – Manipulate any MIDI assignable control or parameter in real time, including volume, modulati… read more

Eleoption Universal Sustain Pedal with Polarity Switch for M-Audio, Yamaha, Casio Music Midi Keyboards, Digital Piano, Synthesizers, Sound Module (SP-1)

£15.96

Piano type sustain pedal Classic design Compatible with all electronic keyboards 6' cable, synth, digital piano with 1/4 jack Built around a heavy-duty mechanism With rubber-coated shell and chrome foot pedal lip-resistant rubber bottom grips the flo… read more

Stagg SUSPED 5 Keyboard Sustain Pedal with Polarity Switch

£11.37 £9.99

Sturdy and durable, square-shaped black metal housing – Base and footplate with anti-slip rubber layer 6ft (1.8m) cable with ¼" (6.3mm) phone plug – 2 position "polarity" switch: normally open (NO = "+ polarity") or closed (NC = "- polarity") for max… read more

New

This product is brand new, unused, and in its original packaging. It has never been opened or used, ensuring you receive it in pristine, factory-sealed condition, just as originally manufactured.

It is ideal for those who want the assurance of a fresh start with their gear.

Pedal

A pedal, in the context of music, refers to a device that modifies the sound of an instrument, typically electric guitar or keyboards, by altering audio signals as they pass through it. Pedals can serve a variety of functions, including effects like distortion, reverb, delay, modulation, and compression. They are commonly used by musicians to enhance their sound, create unique audio textures, or achieve specific sonic qualities that would be difficult to produce with the instrument alone. Pedals are often housed in sturdy enclosures with footswitches that allow musicians to engage or disengage effects during performance easily.

Pedals can be analogue or digital, with each type offering different characteristics and qualities. Analog pedals, for example, often provide warm and rich tonalities due to their continuous signal processing, while digital pedals can emulate a wide range of effects and often include more advanced features, such as presets and programmable settings. Many musicians use multiple pedals in a “pedalboard” setup, connecting them in series to create complex soundscapes. With their versatility and ability to transform an instrument’s tone, pedals have become essential tools for performers and composers across various genres, from rock and jazz to electronic and ambient music.

Sustain

Sustain refers to the duration a sound is held after the initial attack and decay phases, and it is one of the key stages in a synthesizer’s ADSR envelope (Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release). When a note is played on a synth, the sustain level determines how long the sound remains at a consistent volume while the key is being held down. Unlike attack and decay, which are measured in time, sustain is a level—essentially the steady volume that a sound maintains until the key is released. For instance, if the sustain is set high, the note will continue to sound loudly; if it’s set low, the sound will drop to a softer volume.

The concept of sustain is essential for shaping how a sound behaves over time. In musical contexts, sustain allows for the emulation of acoustic instruments like strings or organs, where notes can be held continuously at a certain volume. It is also useful for creating pads, drones, or long atmospheric sounds. Adjusting the sustain level can drastically change the character of a sound—keeping it high can give a sense of continuity or smoothness, while lowering it can make the sound more percussive or short-lived. By creatively manipulating sustain within an ADSR envelope, musicians can achieve greater expressiveness and variety in their synthesizer patches.