Yes, I've seen it before, but I missed something important; VIP 3.0 is not only a standalone but it is also a VST plug-in, which means I can use it in my Gig Performer. That is a truly free system.

NI might come out with an 88 keyboard version, but then again I don't want to be tied down to one particular, proprietary system.

I guess you also get VIP 3.0 for free if you have or buy some midi controllers like this one. It is $99. https://www.amazon.com/Akai-Professional...words=akai+mpk2

You might as well buy it and get the software for free.