Kurzweil SP8 Stage Keyboard
Designed for performers who demand expressive sound, immediate control, and rock-solid reliability, the Kurzweil SP8 Stage Keyboard delivers Kurzweil’s performance DNA in a streamlined instrument built for the modern stage. Powered by the legendary V.A.S.T. synthesis engine, the SP8 combines authentic acoustic realism, deep sound design, and intuitive hands-on control—keeping the focus where it belongs: on the performance.
- V.A.S.T. synthesis engine with FlashPlay® technology and nearly 2 GB of premium samples
- German D Triple Strike Piano, electric pianos, clavinets, harpsichords, celeste, bells, and orchestral percussion
- Vector Synthesis waveforms and classic Kurzweil textures
- Updated sound set derived from the K2700, K2088/61, PC4, and legacy Kurzweil instruments
- 1,000 factory Programs across 10 categories, plus 200+ factory Multis
- 4,000+ user locations for custom Programs and Multis
- KB3 ToneReal™ organ modeling, 6-operator FM synthesis, and KSR string resonance
- 256-voice polyphony for complex arrangements
Performance-Ready Control
The SP8 is built for players who need immediate, tactile control on stage. An 88-key fully weighted hammer-action keyboard provides an authentic piano feel, while an extensive array of physical controls ensures fast adjustments without menu diving.
- 5 assignable knobs and 5 assignable buttons, each with 3-position Shift (15 virtual controls each)
- Programmable Variation button, pitch wheel, and assignable modulation wheel
- Tap Tempo with programmable tempo control and dedicated Transpose buttons
- 5-zone MIDI controller for splits and layers in Multi Mode
- Arpeggiator, CC Sequencers, and Riffs with dedicated front-panel access
- Up to five simultaneous arpeggiators or CC sequences in Multi Mode
- Built-in Riff player and Metronome
Flexible Pedal & Audio Connectivity
Designed to integrate smoothly into both stage and studio setups, the SP8 offers versatile audio and pedal connections to support expressive performance and external sources.
- Stereo audio input with effects via 1/8" connection for line, instrument, or microphone sources
- Two assignable switch pedal jacks supporting up to four switch pedals
- Half-damper pedal support for nuanced piano techniques
- One assignable continuous control pedal input for volume, wah, and other parameters
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | KUR-SP8 |
| Model Name | SP8 |
| Vendor | Kurzweil |
| Built In Speakers | No |
| Keys Weighted | Hammer Weighted |
| Number of Keys | 88 |
| MPN | SP8 |
| Key Action | 88-key fully weighted hammer-action |
| Programs/Presets | 1,000 factory Programs |
| Voices of Polyphony | 256 voices |
| Transpose Feature | Yes (semitone or octave) |
| Split Feature | Yes (via Multi Mode) |
| Layer Feature | Yes (via Multi Mode) |
| Number of MIDI Control Zones | 5 |
| Metronome | Yes (built-in) |
| Onboard Controllers | 5 assignable knobs with 3-position Shift, 5 assignable buttons with 3-position Shift, Variation button, pitch wheel, assignable modulation wheel, Tap Tempo, Transpose buttons |
| Half-Damper Support | Yes |
| Audio Inputs | Stereo audio input with FX via 1/8" connection |
| Internal Storage Capacity | 4,000+ user locations for Programs and Multis |
| Organ Models | KB3 ToneReal™ organ modeling |
| Drawbar Style | Physical knobs functioning as drawbars |
This product has been manufactured by Kurzweil and is warranted free from defects in materials or workmanship for the period of one year from the date of purchase by the original owner.
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