Studiologic SL88 MK2 MIDI Controller
The Studiologic SL88 MK2 is the next generation of professional MIDI controllers, blending lightweight portability with a high-performance hammer-action feel. It is designed to act as a central hub for your studio or stage rig, offering streamlined navigation and future-proof connectivity including MIDI 2.0 and a built-in audio interface.
Key Features
- Fatar TP/110 Hammer Action: Features the latest generation TP/110 keybed, which is specifically designed to be "feather-light" for transport while maintaining a realistic weighted hammer action with Aftertouch.
- Built-in Pro Audio Interface: Unlike traditional controllers, the MK2 includes a USB-C powered audio interface with stereo outputs and a headphone jack, allowing you to play virtual instruments directly through the keyboard to your speakers.
- UX Logic Interface: Inherited from the Numa X Piano, this interface uses a 2.8" color display and color-coded encoders to make managing zones and parameters fast and visual.
- Advanced MIDI 2.0: Ready for the next era of music production, providing higher resolution and more expressive dynamic control when paired with compatible software.
- DAW Transport Controls: Dedicated buttons for Play, Stop, Record, and Cycle allow you to control your recording software without reaching for your computer mouse.
MK1 vs. MK2: What has changed?
The SL88 MK2 represents a significant hardware and software overhaul from the original SL88 Studio (MK1).
- New Interface: Replaces the small monochrome screen of the MK1 with a 2.8" High-Resolution Color Display using the color-coded UX Logic system.
- Integrated Audio: Adds a USB-C Audio Interface (Stereo Out + Phones), allowing you to route sound directly from your computer/app through the keyboard.
- Enhanced Keybed: Upgrades the mechanics to the Fatar TP/110, which offers a more refined, less "sluggish" feel compared to the older TP/100LR.
- Modern Connectivity: Switches from USB-B to USB-C and adds MIDI 2.0 compatibility for future-proof integration with modern DAWs.
Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
| Keyboard | 88 Keys, Fatar TP/110 Weighted Hammer Action |
| Aftertouch | Yes |
| Interface | 2.8" Color LCD with UX Logic |
| MIDI Protocol | MIDI 2.0 Compatible |
| Audio Interface | USB-C (2 x 1/4" TS Out, 1 x Headphone Out) |
| Controls | 4 Zone Encoders, 2 Assignable Encoders, 2 Joysticks |
| Transport | Dedicated buttons (Cycle, Stop, Play, Record) |
| Connectivity | USB-C, MIDI In/Out, 3 x Pedal Inputs |
| Dimensions | 126.5 x 31.0 x 12.3 cm |
| Weight | 13.3 kg (29.3 lbs) |
While 88-key MIDI controllers aren't very portable by nature, the Studiologic SL88 MK2 is one of the lightest professional-grade weighted controllers on the market. This makes it a studio-first instrument that remains manageable for the occasional gig or rehearsal. Experience the perfect balance of authentic piano touch and modern digital control by adding the SL88 MK2 to your setup today.
