How to use sustain pedal on keyboard

1. How does a sustain pedal work on a keyboard?
2. How do you use a sustain pedal?
3. Where does the sustain pedal go on the keyboard?
4. Does my keyboard support sustain pedal?

How does a sustain pedal work on a keyboard?

When pressed, the sustain pedal "sustains" all the damped strings on the piano by moving all the dampers away from the strings and allowing them to vibrate freely. All notes played will continue to sound until the vibration naturally ceases, or until the pedal is released.

How do you use a sustain pedal?

To use the Sustain Pedal simply press the pedal down to the floor and then play your note(s) and/or chord on the keyboard with your hand at the same time.

Where does the sustain pedal go on the keyboard?

The sustain pedal (also called the sostenuto pedal) is always the one to the right of the other pedals, because it is operated with the right foot. On electronic keyboards the sustain pedal is a separate attachment which can be plugged into the socket provided on the back of the keyboard.

Does my keyboard support sustain pedal?

In the end any sustain pedal would work with your keyboard. Just remember that a reliable sustain pedal should have a polarity switch and good feel. Other than that, get your first sustain pedal and make better music!