Can the MVAVE SMK II Beat The AKAI MPK MINI?

[@JuanGarcia77_]

Man, brands like MVAVE are helping a lot here in Brasil. This guys are making things more affordable for us. I already started collecting they products kkkk

[@coloursinthedark]

Oi Juan! Como eles estão fazendo? Abaixando o preço pra compensar os impostos? Fiquei interessado!

[@beatsbylio]

O meu SMK-25 chegou da Amazon ontem, pelo preço de R$305, mas fui taxado em R$127, mesmo assim acho que compensa com a qualidade e tudo o que ele entrega. Ja estou usando e amando, essa semana irei gravar o Review para postar aqui no KZbin.

[@panetoneblue6026]

Sim!

[@rockerets]

True, but the hype is a bit late in my country (Indonesia) i play guitar, and already have cube baby and upgraded to Tank G. Any brand can't ever beat those.

[@fagnercristinodias4320]

@@beatsbylio como vc fez para configurar?

[@Whautum]

Sorry but where can I find the manual to set up the controller with logic pro? I cannot even connect to to my macbook... The bluetooth doesn't even find it.

[@runeg286]

Incredible that Bluetooth is a killer feature here in 2024. But it actually is. I'm picking up a MVAVE just because I would love the freedom of a wireless MIDI keyboard.

[@NaboIsModo]

What did you think? I’m thinking about getting the same one

[@JeremiasMarful]

For anyone who's looking for configurate the SMK for your daw just press "BT and "MCP" buttons at the same time, and then the correct blue pad depending on your DAW: 01 - Ableton 02 - Fl Studio 03 - Cubase 04 - Logic Pro 05 - Bitwig 06 - Studio One 07 - Reason 08 - Garage Band

[@JohnnyAvram]

does not work

[@JeremiasMarful]

@@JohnnyAvram Yes! Sorry, I just fixed my comment, check it again please!

[@ThatSockmonkey]

Ive been thinking about grabbing one of these just to check it out, and im feeling a lot more inclined now. Its not perfect, but for use with my phone, it seems pretty good. Certainly good enough for jamming and idea generation when im not in the home studio. Thanks man.

[@ifiwantyoutofeel]

U welcome 🤗

[@domwonders]

In the section "Control for Other DAWs" in your video, you show a PDF with some layouts and presets and for different daw's. I couldn't find that on the internet. Can you please share a link to it?

[@WelcomeToTGOL]

I was struggling between minilab and mpk mini mk3… until i saw this video, thank Taetro

[@RobinDupuy]

Hello Taetro, Thank you always for your great tutorials. Where did you get the information to set the M-VAVE SMK II to Ableton?

[@SixteenVoice]

This used to be Arturia's role. It is a little sad to see that now that Mvave is Arturia-ing Arturia as far as being the innovative disrupter that consumers trust more than the other guys 😢

[@duranmxx]

I kinda of agree with your point, but the minilab 3 is actually amazing in its own way, they aren´t trying anymore to directly compete with akai and I like that

[@dovesfan1]

I just got the arturia minilab 3, absolutely love it.

[@M_Gabay]

Thanks. Please make full review and tips on this m-vave ii 🙏🏻

[@purplegurl76]

My minilab MKII is ageing badly compared to the new midi controllers on the market now. I think this MVAVE may have just shot to the top of my next purchase list.

[@Taetro]

It's a great point!!

[@creativedwill]

Take my money!!!😁😁😂 I just purchased it! This was a dope review and the product is exactly what I’ve been looking for!

[@MarcoPolux]

By far! (after not more than 30 minutes upon receiving mine) MOST DEFINITELY YES. It is super easy to configure with the iPads app (CubeSuite) and that Bluetooth connectivity ...

[@tablaninja]

Having a battery powered controller with a MIDI output has been a Unicorn level search of mine for well over a year. I want one to use with my DirtyWave m8

[@NonmarKINGsoul]

Where is the link for the Mac midi utility? I don’t see it in the description. Also where did you get the guide for the DAW setup? I can’t find anything on their website. Thanks.

[@pattrizli]

I'm hoping you found it given your message was three months ago! Any chance you can point me in the right direction. Having the same problem - only a very basic guide nicked in the box, and not the detailed Ableton setup guide in this video. Thanks!

[@bjamminsincebirth3494]

I wish MVave or MWave made a 37 key version.

[@hendropu6811]

My wish exactly.. please do create the 37keys, M Vave 🙏

[@ViewportPlaythrough]

mvave smk2!!! one of the reason why i did not make it to beatover 2023! (was about to buy smk1 when mvave announced smk2) waiting it to be available on PHILIPPINES and hopefully get it in time for beatover 2024 ^_^ (also, they said 32/36key version would be coming, idk when though. hopefully before i buy this 25key version)

[@wunzit]

can you show how you completely set up with the M-vave smk II with your ableton live

[@Tottorul]

thank you for this payed review xD non the less it seems like a great product, I will order at least the keyboard. maybe the drumpad and mixer as well. I hope they also release 37 and 49 versions of this in the future

[@josefismael]

Picked up one of these the other day along with an akai mk3 mini for comparison. I don't have a ton of experience with midi controllers but the mvave felt a little less sturdy than the akai. But I actually like the pads on the mvave better - they probably won't last as long as an MPC but at this price point they probably won't be the first things to fail. @taetro How did you get that "smk-25 ii daw setup up manual"? Can't seem to find it online and didn't come in the box. Does it come from the mac app you mention?

[@JAdeWii_]

Been wanting to check this out 🔥

[@ajmckinney33]

So what app do you use with the iPad? I’m trying to set my son up to play and have some fun with something like this.

[@beenay18]

I just love the layout of the drum pads. Two rows of 8 pads. I never understood the logic behind multiple rows of 4 pads which is just uncomfortable to use two hands for drumming. And bluetooth is just sweet.

[@blood_n_guts_murphy]

I have the keyboard only smaller one. Love the chord and scale features. So much easier to make fuller souding songs.

[@jeremejazz]

For the smk 25 mini, do the smart chord feature play minor chords when under scale mode?

[@notmyrealaccount8564]

@@jeremejazz I think you can specify that by either holding the arp button and pressing one of the keys with extra options listed above or using the app which lets you change midi settings and presets which has more options.

[@ulmusmusic]

All this talk about unsubscribing when so close to 300k subs lol. I completely understand the intent behind it though, and we always appreciate Taetro's honesty

[@Taetro]

hahah please!! we need a correction in the numbers!! maybe 300k by the end of the year??

[@RC_Cola2020]

Nice! I’m glad I held off on the Mk1 during beatober. I was very close to ordering it.

[@zensational.]

They should make some with more keys, at least another octave, and have more of a weighted feel. The small ones are great for simple stuff but I like to play farther apart. I haven't played mine yet so I can't comment on the drum pads but I'll put them to the test when I get it. I don't like the touch strip on my Push2 - this one seems smoother from the videos, but there are low profile wheels out there that would fit below the knob height. It'd make pitch bending and vibrato/tremolo feel better. Honestly though they've got more things right than wrong, and they clearly seem committed to improvement. Excited to play the current MKll and see where they go from here. Great deal.

[@astigace]

What app is being used on the iPad?

[@johnong2655]

How is the battery?

[@phillipmedia]

Is the mvave smk ii compatible with Mixcraft DAW?

[@bluesirensmusic]

Setup for Different DAWs was an excellent idea!

[@bdgubd]

So it doesn’t matter unless ur mobile and “dont” have a adapter with jack. Guess its all curated to ones personal choice….But what is ur personal preference n why Taetro???

[@zensational.]

I was holding back on a mpk mini play mklll for a while and found this. It may not be standalone, and the keys may not have the best feel - but the ease of Bluetooth on an iPad makes it next to standalone. Excited to have a tactical instrumental device to convey demos easily. Apps like Ableton Note and GarageBand are fun but I need buttons - the touchscreen doesn't do it for me.

[@stephenbreitling2327]

is there a difference in terms of drum pad quality between mark 1 and mark 2? i actually wasn't too happy about the pads of version 1.

[@borghi1983]

Just to point that you can use transport control via bluetooth with the version 1 using the same app

[@FutureDubOrchestra]

Hi TAETRO, really great video, & so easy to follow along. can you tell me how far you can be from the M-VAVE SMK-25-25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller, I have seen no information on how far away & distance you can be. also can you still use the keyboard via Bluetooth & your audio Interface of choice together, so the audio output & sound of keyboard is playing via your audio interface even though your using Bluetooth connect?

[@crash936]

Does it work with android ?

[@KirtianM]

Hey, thanks a lot for this great videos. Maybe someone can answer these questions: -Can the arpeggios functions with the pads? Or is there a note repeat functions for the pads? -are the smaller pads comfortable enough to drum (compared to normal size)

[@sagilichten]

Where did you find the manual?? I searched it all over but could not find it anywhere...

[@Mattia_Bacca]

What about the arpeggiator?

[@ThaDru]

Is there a way to do MCP control with this on iPad for Loopy Pro? I see there is a MacOS app, but is there an iOS app? If not, that would seem like a pretty major oversight for a controller that is designed for portable music production.

[@didierhirt2482]

@TAETRO: Great Video. where can I find the smk-25 II Daw set up manual? Thank you and best Regards

[@arnaldosound]

Hie friend. Great video. Do you know the function of the two yellow pads next to the undo pad? I can't found any assignments... Thanks!

[@kravexmetalcore]

Where can I get the SMK-25 II DAW SETUP UP MANUAL?

[@norbsson]

Interesting! I was about to buy mk1 version, so your video came out right on time :) So far I don't see it on AMAZON in EU or even on Aliexpress... Btw. there's also a mini version (SMK-25 mini) which allows wireless connection as well (not sure if it's BT and how it works so far). Thanks for this video!

[@AcmeLife]

This may be my bt buy. I need a bt controller and would love a controller like the akai play for when I just wanna jam without a daw. Thanks again fellow musician ❤

[@rodrigomaceddo]

Just bought one mwave smk25ii. Make a full review of it please 🙏🙏

[@Giovanni1a]

Great review, however I do have a question. Is there any way to change the midi channel on the device? I like to use this with the Yamaha Seqtrak and changing the midi of the keyboard is a must for that....

[@johnniebgoode1697]

How do you reset it to factory setting? Thanks

[@rareyman]

Where can we download the Ableton Live integration software…? (mentioned at 3:02) Thanks!

[@PRODUCEAUDIO-e3l]

Hello, good evening, could you send me the link of the manual to connect it to studio one since it does not appear on the page or where can I find it, thank you... a hug

[@--..__]

do you have any feedback on how the battery life has lasted for the time that you have had it?

[@mg-dad]

Saludos! Amigo una pregunta. Que programa estás usado y funciona en Android? gracias. excelente video🎉

[@johndavidriel]

Hi there, where did you get the manual you showed in the video? can you please send it to me?

[@George-nx8zu]

How does it feel compared to the Novation Launchkey Mini Mk 3?

[@MVS_DJGillyGill]

@7:27 how would you compare the keybed say next to a novation 25key...i don't really like the keybed feel of the novation so just wondering if this is better?

[@MVS_DJGillyGill]

Any update on this?

[@everydaymilk_]

Would love to see a similar bluetooth pad controller, like a bluetooth Launchpad. The Launchpad is already so portable that I usually use it as my main travel MIDI keyboard, and with bluetooth that would be amazing.

[@BongTan]

M Vave has a launchpad out, it also has BT capability. m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4S8laloYpucY8U

[@Vercoquin64]

Seems mwave are selling some

[@everydaymilk_]

@@Vercoquin64 I think you might be referring to the drum pad? I was looking for something with an 8x8 pad grid for playing more notes rather than just drums.

[@Vercoquin64]

@@everydaymilk_ their strike pad controller is 4x4

[@everydaymilk_]

@@Vercoquin64Yeah I usually use my Launchpad in keys/scale mode to play melodies, so 4x4 isn’t enough pads for that.

[@1devoneydean1]

I bought the SMK ii and CANNOT get it set up with logic. Any chance you can do a set up vid?? I looked at your doc on Twitter but I can't get even those steps to work. Please help me start using this rad controller!!!!!

[@fabriciomxxx629]

Hi, your video helped me a lot to choose and I bought the mvave smk 2, it will arrive in two days, thank you. byeee

[@Taetro]

awesome! happy creating!

[@creativedwill]

Hey question? Where can we find the Mac utility?

[@beenay18]

I want 3 octave midicontroller from m-vave with built-in/replacable sound. And 3 rows of 8 drum pads.

[@robertlundestrom473]

Can you run abelton on an ipad and controll the daw with m-vave? 🧐

[@john_tabzz_official]

does it also work for cakewalk?

[@tablaninja]

Question. I swear I read somewhere the sustain input jack doubled as a MIDI output. Is that true? Now I can’t find any reference to that. Thanks

[@CraftyOldGit]

Very useful video, thanks. I checked the price on Amazon UK and saw a used/good one from Amazon Warehouse little more than half price. Bought it. Arrives tomorrow. Have a coffee on me -- $ on the way.

[@Taetro]

sippin on the coffee now! enjoy the jams!

[@ivanrussel9976]

thanks for this video

[@pepedecoatza]

Hello! Does the knobs work as encoders? Endless turning i mean. Thanks

[@JohnnyAvram]

guys. please.. could you help me setup daw's controls for logic? I am in despair. I mean the keys do work but non of the controllers do except for the pitch stripe. Thank you

[@deniszrazhva7308]

Thank you very much, i bought this one:)

[@NaboIsModo]

Hello, I tried finding the manual at 5:35 but I couldn’t find it and I’m having a hard time setting up. Please help 🙏

[@domwonders]

Hey Taetro, thank you very much for introducing this cool midi controller. I bought it after watching your video and sent my mpk mini 3 back. I really like the SMK-25 II, but I am still struggling to configure my midi setup like I want it. In the section "Control for Other DAWs" in your video, you show a PDF with some layouts and presets and for different daw's. I couldn't find that on the internet. Can you share a link to it?

[@AndrewRyanIntl]

Hey did you ever find it? I’m struggling with the same thing!

[@domwonders]

no, not yet @@AndrewRyanIntl

[@Whautum]

@@domwonders I have the same problems. Did you find it by any chance? Why doesn't he provide the link? That's so rude.

[@juoum]

Great review!! I just got one but I’m struggling to configure the daw controls…. How can I get that setup/guide manual you show @5:45 ??

[@Taetro]

Apologies I realize it’s hard to find - I posted it in a twitter thread here a while back: x.com/nicktaetro/status/1680817372150796290?s=61&t=J0CNsDlfFywt83JLjYD-8w

[@youthinasia7519]

@@Taetro Thank you, brother.

[@a.f.o.2993]

Can I transpose keys while using this smart scale/smart chord function?

[@PondWindow]

mini midi keyboard tier list pls

[@64242359]

Sorry newbie question. What actually this for? Is it for improv an original song? or just make a new music? Is it for composing EDM? Do I need to know instrument?

[@Taetro]

start here! kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGaxXoGZftGId9Usi=1WjjQ7FfgyLDXcJq

[@alfonsbarcelon]

i just sold mine to the market to try this 16 button!🎉

[@shahindezfouli5108]

Which is better: worlde orca 25 key or hoerev 25 keys Bluetooth?means working and knobs and presets changing ,please write fast , because I want buy it thanks .

[@piotrb7934]

Can this device (M-WAVE smk II) send Sysex messages by pressing PADs?

[@freeformzmusicstudio]

i cant seem to make it work on windows 10 via Bluetooth, mind if you could make a step by step guide on how to connect it?

[@geraldhenrickson7472]

I am so sad the Sinco Audio utility app mentioned in this video is apparently incompatible with my ipad air 4th gen. Maybe someday. Thanks for the video.

[@Vercoquin64]

Have you find any solution ?

[@PlatonsArm]

Is it plug and play for the iPad?

[@LuckeySev]

Is it compatible with Mixcraft 10 Pro?

[@AA-ge4uj]

G'day. Have you noticed, when messing around with the software for those 2 Mvave, if they include any support for Cubase or a lot of Mapping gonna be involved? Thanx.

[@Taetro]

Please watch the video!

[@AA-ge4uj]

Shiiit, I stepped away @ about 5min to check the kettle & missed it, sorry & Thanx again.

[@skinneroutdoors2177]

I'm trying to connect my M Vave to Cubasis 3 on my Android phone and have been unsuccessful thus far. Any suggestions or help would be greatly appreciated!!!

[@ProggerforLincoln]

When it is set in scale mode and you play legato between two keys triggering the same note, does the midi note off when releasing the first key cut off the midi note from the second key pressed? The Donner DMK25 Pro does this and it is impossible to play anything legato unless you know to avoid the off keys (which makes it pointless). It would be nice to have a scale mode just use the white keys for novices and just ignore trying to keep the octaves. The Donner has a blues scale but there are 3 consecutive keys all triggering the same note! I'm curious how this all works on the MVAVE.

[@ProggerforLincoln]

I answered my own question by purchasing one. The SMK II does indeed work the same way, legato notes cut off each other if you press keys triggering the same midi note. Anyhow, I did not receive the DAW setup manual, only the User manual. It would be helpful if someone could explain how to get this critical document that Taetro showed in the video.

[@Liezilla]

@@ProggerforLincoln that's because in midi protocol , there're note on and note off messages for each notes pressed & released , when in scale mode , some keys shares the same notes , that's the problem you met , if you hold several same notes then release one , the note off messages will be send , all the same notes will be release , this problem is inevitable , unless midi protocol updated .

[@ProggerforLincoln]

@@Liezilla Yes, I completely understand how it works. I'm hoping that some better programming could go a little bit deeper. For example, they could disable all keys not in the scale. Or they could disable all black keys and map the scale to all white keys. The solution of just duplicating notes "in key" to other keys is a flawed approach as proven by the limitations of midi note on and off and the real world usage of playing legato resulting in notes being chopped off. If the aim is to help non-musicians play in key, the current solution isn't very compelling.

[@Maxvandake]

Sorry, I didn't understand, are the keys touch sensitive? Like can i press it lightly and it will be quieter and vice versa

[@Taetro]

Yes

[@Maxvandake]

@@Taetro how do i get the controls to work, i can't find smk ii mcp in settings for the mackie protocol

[@Maxvandake]

@@Taetro undo button doesn't work and arrows too

[@alfonsbarcelon]

Can you map keys for FL too??😮😮

[@Amstarsindonesia]

Hi i got these recently, can u use transport control on ipad logic pro? Bcz mine only play midi note (MCP activated) the knob also only play notes

[@Whautum]

Same problem. Did you solve it by any chance?

[@lllGoRlll]

hello. please share the instructions on smk25 ll

[@mikeyzee]

Hi I don't suppose you could tell me how to connect my akai pro mpk mini mk3 to my boss rc 505 mk2 as a midi controller

[@5part4]

Can any midi keyboard be plugged into a wall outlet and be played ? Or power bank so it's portable. Or does it have to through pc laptop only. I want to buy the mpk mini play 1

[@Taetro]

MIDI keyboards usually do not have internal sounds. They are controllers for software. There are a few exceptions like the MPK Mini Play

[@ofdrec]

I cant find this manual anywhere..

[@saf751_]

Question. Can this do live looping??

[@Taetro]

Live looping has to do with your software not your midi controller

[@saf751_]

@@Taetro i have ableton 12 so i assume this means yes.

[@dvids55]

can u review M-VAVE SMC-PAD sensei taetro

[@jerichoramos1162]

Can you use and connect it via usb to pc? Or via bluetooth only?

[@jordanthomasgray]

USB or Bluetooth

[@TLSlimehunter]

Great video! I just received my smk2 yesterday, super impressed with it so far! Still trying to find a way to use the knobs to control the macros in Ableton instruments... Anyone's got any ideas?

[@andresxj1]

No ideas, sorry. I just got mine today! I'm brand new to playing pads, but I kind of feel these ones are pretty stiff, is it normal?

[@bobsmith459]

fck i just bought the mark 1 like 2 months ago

[@mrksaccount123]

What are those round dial like black things on your desk?

[@Malbam55]

😂

[@lepaul_Official]

just got one today. PROBLEM is you need 2 third Party Programms to get it run via Bluetooth on windows pcs. cause Windows got NO BLE-MIDI DRIVERS

[@andresxj1]

How did you do it?

[@MadzMan-i6g]

can it be use for FL studio mobile ?