Many keyboardists adore the classic sound of an old Hammond organ which, for many reasons, is replaced with a digital version on stage. But as soon as you start using or synthesizing other sounds these controls become essential for reproducing them authentically. For playing purely piano music these wheels, also sometimes replaced with a joystick on and X and Y axis, aren’t necessary. The pitch and modulation wheels are both common and indispensable controls on most stage pianos, allowing you to control pitch and vibrato or if assignable, many others parameters. Alternatively there are separate controller boxes available for purchase. If you’re looking for an instrument that offers real time control of the sound parameters then you should look for one with freely assignable knobs and switches through MIDI commands. The CME GPP3 variation has three pedals in a stable housing. If you’re unsure which to get our expert or sales departments would be happy to help! There are models which operate simply as switches (sustain on/off) as well as expression pedals which are similar to a wah-pedal used by guitarists.
Not all pedals are built the same though. In the case that you prefer the classic two pedal set up: There are models with two pedals in one housing which minimizes the clutter at your feet. Many keyboardists get by with just one sustain pedal but if you want to connect more you'll need to make sure that your stage piano has enough inputs. Light pedals made of plastic only won’t work well on stage. Additionally they can’t constantly slide around on smooth surfaces, achieved either through weight, rubber contacts, or both for some models. Pay attention to the stability and the construction when purchasing because in the course of their life the pedals will be stepped on an innumerable amount.
Which must, as mentioned above, be purchased separately for some stage pianos. The most obvious controls for any piano are the pedals.
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