Top 6 NEW MIDI KEYBOARDS for 2024

[@SanjayC]

⬇ Links here ⬇ Universal Audio (Sponsor) bit.ly/3slXsUf 1. Arturia Minilab 3 geni.us/qjYl 2. Akai MPK Mini Plus geni.us/FMNDS7 (Akai MPK Mini geni.us/6M2JNEM 3. M-Audio Oxygen Pro Mini geni.us/cdGB7p 4. Native Instruments M32 geni.us/r1YI 5. Launchkey Mini Mk3 geni.us/lL0Yhsy 6. FLkey Mini geni.us/ASBlQ

[@valeryh1907]

Can you talk about M-Audio Oxygen Pro 25, as it has everything you mention, and great keys too. And it looks like it the best on the market...

[@SheffaandEvelyn]

Which is the best if I'm just starting out and want to use it for drums and synth?

[@MedlifeCrisis]

Super helpful, thanks. Still trying to decide!

[@NabPunk]

Great to see doctors taking some time out for themselves

[@Beegpapijimbo]

A big deal for someone like me is having a midi-out port. Small keyboards are great, but when you have a lot of outboard gear the inclusion of a midi port is the difference between whether or not you can make use of it in a lot of situations. Glad to see them showing up more in this price range/product focus

[@mrz80]

Hobbytronics is once again selling their USB MIDI host to DIN adapter, which for around 50 bucks solves the problem. You can also cobble something similar up from a RasPI or an Arduino and a DIN daughter card, but I'm willing to front a few bucks for the convenience of someone else building it for me.

[@jacobdidntmakeit]

I got the Arturia minilab 3 a few months ago on sale for $80 NEW and it is AMAZING! Best feeling budget keyboard and the performance is very accurate!

[@jonvincentmusic]

None of them have aftertouch. That's a showstopper for me. One that does is in this price range the Arturia Keystep, which sadly mostly only ever gets reviewed in the context of being a sequencer and not a regular midi controller.

[@PaulSebastianM]

I bought Novation... So bad... Keys and pads are horrendous. Misfires... No fires... Random action...

[@thorvanheghe4023]

Same, I hate how cheap the keys feel and I feel like there's a significant delay on them

[@Tito-ze9gz]

Same, bought it and it made me leave the hobby, now im looping for an AKAI to come back

[@margaretchristo6859]

Great in-depth comparison of the Top 6 Midi Keyboards. Thank you. I really look forward to your “best of” videos. Keep them coming!

[@PianoPraise2024]

I truly appreciate your videos. You are truly the man and very professional. I am a new piano player at the young age of 50. As a disabled US Marine, learning to play the piano has been a phenomenal tool for stress release. My love for piano began with my passion for praise and worship. I would like to know if you would consider doing a review of the Sunday Sounds Appropriate and software. It's idea is fantastic, but I am starting to wonder if it is my keyboard (SL88 studio), my playing, or the quality of the piano VSTs. I would love to get the grandeur, but the cost wow. I love the Sunday sounds pads and pianos, they just don't seem to sound great. What would you suggest for someone that wants pads, ambience sounds and praise and worship type piano sounds..? Thank you again for your time sir...

[@Thelilacbaby]

Just wondering which one you recommend for a beginner? I want to learn how to make music as I can sing and song write but can’t play any instruments.. yet! Thanks for your video even if I don’t get a reply I will decide on one of them!

[@arturmartins742]

did u decide on one?

[@Sonix07pr]

I'm between the m32, the m-audio, and the mpk mini plus. I really like the extra keys on the mpk mini plus, but it sounds like the keybed is not as good, and as someone who used to play piano, that sounds offputting. The m-audio seems like a good choice, but I don't like the lack of endless knobs. Finally the m32 seems super sleek, which I like, but it's lacking drum pads. It's not a make or break for me, but it would be the easy choice if it had some.

[@McLOVIN_456]

You should take a look at the more expensive Akai Midi’s. In this price range, i feel like the Akai is the best out of all worlds.

[@kumquat125]

Great video Sanjay! There's something about MIDI keyboards that are just so fun to watch and hear about. I got the AKAI Mini Plus recently and haven't looked back, and paired with my AKAI Fire, I have fantastic control over FL Studios. It's always nice to see these in depth reviews on what else is out there, so thank you!

[@echobenav8]

Thanks for making this video! I found it very useful in picking out a mini midi controller. Ended up with both the MPK Mini 3 and Minilab 3. One update for your video is that the MPK Mini 3 can be configured to match the Minilab 3's encoders when using Analog Lab via Akai's MPK Mini Editor app. The parameter name can also be assigned to the same encoders for display. For the lower four encoders use cc# 93-Chorus, 18-Phaser, 19-Delay, 16-Reverb going left to right. For the upper four encoders use cc# 74-Brightness, 71-Timbre, 76-Time, and 77-Movement. Once you do this, the MPK Mini 3 encoders match the Minilab 3 and display the correct variable on the screen. Of course, there are no sliders in the MPK Mini 3 to match the Minilab 3. Hope this helps!

[@LS95774]

Between the Akai and the Minilab, which one do you prefer?

[@echobenav8]

@@LS95774 the Akai, once I matched the knobs to the Arturia encoders, I use the Akai more because it takes up a lot less space. Not sure if they improved the build since Sanjay reviewed it but the Akai I got feels as solid as the Arturia.

[@JimmyGr90]

Very helpful comment! I assume same things apply to the MPK Mini Plus. I use the Arturia Collection a lot and even though the Minilab 3 is amazing, I find the 2 octaves very limiting. I was intrigued by the MPK Mini Plus's 3 octaves plus the CV outputs but I was hesitant as to how compatible it will be with Arturia's plug-ins. So you have answered exactly that. Big thanks!

[@AceeSoul]

Thanks!

[@SanjayC]

You're welcome! And thanks for the Super Thanks!

[@yochillsmith]

I JUST watched your MIDI keyboard review from a year ago, great timing.

[@PierreRipplinger]

Thanks for this very informative video. None of these kbd feature aftertouch, let alone MPE or polyaft. Do they ?

[@jeremythompson6822]

I plan to get the M32 and deep dive into Ableton.

[@sergeypoltorakov]

Ordered as well 🎉

[@SanjayC]

Nice! Why did you choose the M32?

[@jeremythompson6822]

@@SanjayC because of my affinity for NI and Komplete Kontrol. I think it will work best for how I make music.

[@alphapolarfrequency2787]

I already Have Native instruments S 61 yeah M32 is good but no drum pads in it but nice as Sanjay said it's minimalistic but nice to play.thinking to buy Arturia minilab 25 I love there Vst plugins are awesome.For me Native instrument and Arturia is best even donner mk3 is good because I feel there Keys are good.

[@subwooferroads]

Don’t bother it’s no good

[@jeiwkdowh19282]

Which is best for beginners? My son has been talking a lot about making music lately and I want to get him something like this but not sure which would be best considering he doesn’t play piano

[@arissp4950]

I am a guitarist, I don't know how to play piano so I want a midi keyboard to write my orchestra stuff and synthwave, ambient music. What do you suggest?

[@alessandrorighi1282]

Same here, I think oxygen pro check many boxes for me. Did you get one?

[@AshU-ug2fy]

That one sounded awesome till you got to that loud ass clicking. I was sold until I heard that big ass "chonk" of a button press and instantly said "HEEELLLLLL NAWWW!". Thanks for this video!

[@jada1173]

If you taking about the m-audio i can confirm the buttons are very loud, and they really feel like buttons from a toy.. Same with the pitch wheel which i feel has to hard springs with a hard center stop, it's hard to pitch max to minimum without a little noticeable stop in the mid position. I have the oxygen pro 61 but it looks so identical.

[@AshU-ug2fy]

@@jada1173 that sounds clonky AF, 😂

[@Myoshin.]

I'm only here for a dose of keyboard envy😉 as I already have the M32 which I like a lot. But the weighted keyboard feel of the Minilab is tempting :-)

[@alphapolarfrequency2787]

Yeah true i Have Native s 61 mk3 I also feel like going for minilab and they have nice vst collections also.Now Native instruments and Arturia are my loved keayboards feel like having minilab from thoman

[@alphapolarfrequency2787]

Before buying Native s 61 mk2 I was confused with which to take because I had 3 midis which I selected Native instruments 61 mk3,Arturia 61 essentials ,and nectar panaromic 61 and m audio code 61 which was discontinued my Selected thing after watching Sanjay video I went for native instruments

[@2-gp5qg]

is minilab3 the only one that gives free instruments pack? what about oxygen pro mini? what would be a good choice for beginners? I'm thinking about 120$ for the whole setting

[@tiffanyanthony]

I love the Minilab 3! It’s my absolute favorite for the key feel/size. I like it better than the Keylab 61 Essential.

[@crumbnu883]

Same

[@AlexanderPochertPiano]

Why do you like the MiniLab more?

[@tiffanyanthony]

@@AlexanderPochertPiano It was mainly for portability and key-feel. BUT... Since I posted this comment, I got hold of a used Roli Lumi Keys and it's my new fave. The keys are so comfortable, and make far less noise. It's smaller than the minilab and it can do bluetooth.

[@AlexanderPochertPiano]

@@tiffanyanthony Thanks a bunch for your answer!

[@babonneau]

I bought the Arturia Essential Keys 49 mk3 and I was really disappointed by the key feel, so I sent it back after 3 days. I’ve read that the Minilab may have a better key feel but too few keys for my taste. It seems that only much more expensive products will ally a good key feel with more DAW controller options and a good sound bank. I still haven’t bought another midi keyboard yet. I’ll need to save up for a better and more expensive one. Also looking on the used gear market.

[@Markisbeatz355]

I am still thinking of which to get... It is easier for me to work with my 88 hammer yamaha stage cp33 piano, but I really want something compact on my desk to sit anytime I want to record something. What do you say? I am also a pianist, but even tho I love the key feel of the acoustic piano I own, I would rather prefer electric midi key - keys than big and heavy. Thanks

[@SanjayC]

I think its best to have two - so get a small keyboard from this list that checks your boxes and use it alongside the hammer action full keyboard

[@pcasimire]

I’m a bit confused about the M32. So in order to use the scale mode I can only use it with NKS related plugins, or all plugins, including the ones not supported by Native Instruments?

[@jacksp8de]

If you have Komplete no mini keyboard is better than the M32. It’s just a tad too long for some backpacks but the extra keys come in handy

[@hotkeys6445]

help! do i get the novation FLkey49 or the Roland GoKeys? hobby with FLStudio and Ableton, and i got a 25 key but needed more keys.. ssince i already have the oxygen25, should i go for the gokeys which is a standalone keyboard or still FLkeys49 since i can do a lot more with it? thanks sanjay

[@Szpylma]

You should the alesis vi series (specific ly the alesis vi49) its very simple but the best one i have ever tried it integrates very well with ableton live

[@ThatsOurRobert]

Hey Sanjay. It felt like you were a bit 50/50 when it comes to the FL Keys keyboard. I really want a solid option to use in FL. Is it still an excellent choice to go for this one or are there simply better options out there?

[@tmgmobility]

Great video as always, I love the screen in screen shots so we could completely see you and the keyboard at the same time. I have older versions of the M Audio Oxygen and the Arturia MinLab (my favourite) As always keep up the great work 👊🏾

[@mongarcia01]

I just wish Arturia would release a 25-key or 37-key with full-sized keys. I miss the Keylab 25.

[@SanjayC]

Yeah, that would be so good

[@mongarcia01]

We need you to get the message to Arturia, hahaha. :) @@SanjayC

[@Lmaoeatrr]

Sounds like the intro of Cleveland Is The Reason by Kid Cudi <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="89">1:29</a>

[@littlemouse7066]

Can I use the Arturia plug and play with virtual instruments I already have installed on my pc? I'm not interested in controlling the DAW from the mini keyboard but I want to control the sound of my virtual instruments and most of them are not Arturia. Can I simply connect the mini keyboard via USB with my PC and use it? And can I play synth modules from it?

[@harixharry9199]

Yes.

[@vewilli]

Yes, good video. I personally don’t need a keyboard controller that small. I‘m always looking for a keyboard controller that works best together with Logic Pro and has 61 or 73 (76) keys. There seems to be none like that on the market. Most likely the Nektar controllers, but somehow I don’t like their outer appearance…

[@Librarcade]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="318">5:18</a> could I ask what that small thing is on the right hand side with buttons and knobs

[@VilhelmKruse]

What is the silver grey thingy with three knobs and 3 faders that is visible at <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="49">0:49</a> in the right side of the video?

[@BestBoy-ok4zw]

How would you rank these 6 keyboards?

[@Ruriek]

The only thing I cared about

[@pju26]

How come there is no answer?

[@AnthoRock27]

Hi Sanjay, I work on Studio One 6, wich mini Keybord you recommend? I am interested in Nektar impact lx 25 + or the mini version because of its good integration with Studio one. In your opinion, is mine a good choice or do you recommend something else? 

[@abc-yv2js]

I am looking for something that probably isnt invented. I own a Ferrofish B4000+ Drawbar organ module which I love but the sounds are selected by a rotary knob and the numbers of the sounds or programs are 1/8 inch in height which is impossible to see and impossible to adjust without twisting the knob too much or not enough. Is there a small item similar to what you have pictured that allows those 8 ( or how many ever) pads or the synth keys to be set to select midi note numbers once I tap them thus allowing me to change programs or sounds on the Ferrofish ? Thanks for any advice. Small is key and I'd need 8 or so pads or keys is all.

[@only_folls]

Got the alpine white lab 3 and came across this...with a keystep pro im invested already but wanted a portable set up and got some ath prox5 in white to be that guy at cafés etc lol thanks for helping me feel assured

[@CarlitoProductions]

Hey Sanjay, great overview! Just wanted to know if you have a method to extend the pitch and mod wheel on the Launchkey mini? I realize the touch controls don't really do it for me, and I'm looking for a way to get the physical wheels without buying another keyboard (though it might be about the same price as the extension). Thanks!

[@Mduenisch]

do you have or can you do a similar video with regards to larger keyboards? I want a more full length piano to use, but I'm having a hard time finding one.

[@lowerfreq2873]

Are there any midi controllers that have medium sized keys? Tried the Minilab mk3, and while I really like it, the actual keys are just to little for me... I already have a larger controller with regular sized keys, but my hands are small, and playing octaves on the left hand is a bit of a stretch...arthritis doesn't help either... I'm looking for something in between but I haven't seen anything available... Thanks for any suggestions!

[@bidikei7854]

Hello can i use this without laptop? Im looking for a small keyboard as small as a midi keyboard to be plugged directly into speakers via the guitar cable. Must have a transpose frature what can you recommend?

[@abidmadeit]

Mini Play but no sequencer

[@psies2005]

I want to start making my own music ( i did like 30 years ago, with fasttracker, madtracker etc and a mini korg synth, only keys) Now i want start making some dance/trance music. What is the best program to work with Fruitloops? I am thinking of the Akai MPK mini plus. good choice?

[@hugoramos496]

What kind of soundcard should we have to play this sounds!? When I was younger only Soundblaster AWE32 had nice instruments to play in midi

[@jwilliams986]

Hey Sanjay! Im a beginner at producing music but I really enjoy trying to make songs on my midi keyboard. I would really like to find some type of online training course that would help broaden my skills at producing music. Do you have any suggestions?

[@genereggie4952]

Excuse me sir, i have an M Audio oxygen pro 49. I was using it with fl studio and i was havibg mapping issues, Now ive swapped to Ableton. Do you have or could you make a video on full functionality of ableton with that controller?

[@BrickHouse101]

Another amazing video!

[@SanjayC]

Thanks so much! Which one would you pick?

[@BrickHouse101]

⁠​⁠@@SanjayCI like the Mini lab 3 for the keys, but, I own the Akai MPK mini and the Akai MPC key 61 so it makes sense to get the plus because I already enjoy the Akai line of midi keyboards

[@billyzyron5960]

I already had a maschine mk3 mikro, so the m32 was the perfect addition, and in that time NI had a deal + komplete 14 select with the purchase of a m32, thank you for your past review on this. Best buy ever, now I feel komplete.

[@Prod.Xido1]

Do they still have that deal?

[@billyzyron5960]

@@Prod.Xido1 yes! right now, Black Friday deals, hit it!

[@nkapz627]

Which of these MIDI keys would be best if I wanted to use my pedals with it? I have a Chroma Console that I normally use with my Akai mini. Figured I would need a Midi out

[@venomslair137]

Christmas is nigh and I'm in between getting the M-Audio one or get the Akai one for fifty bucks more...

[@javaniwheelidonparker]

Hey Sanjay do u think that control surfaces are necessary for beginners?

[@D1570R73D]

Not Sanjay but imo, you do not need a control surface. Everything they do can be done with a mouse and keyboard. The only thing you might want, and it's not necessary, is a keyboard regardless of DAW controls. Part of the problem with control surfaces is their limited interface, often they take more button presses than just using your mouse. Knobs and faders without "scribble strips" mean you have to look at your screen to check where each parameter is at. Some control surfaces, like the launchpad or push, have a big learning curve and are not meant for beginners, they have too many unlabeled functions. If you really REALLY hate using a mouse and keyboard, skip the control surface and go straight to something like the MPC Key, or a workstation like the FANTOM, though those are out of a beginner's budget.

[@javaniwheelidonparker]

@@D1570R73D Thanks. Im looking more from a mixing perspective as well interms of being able to mix with faders and control volume. I am a producer as well as a mixer and for me personally using the mouse especially when mixing makes it more of a task to match fader volumes and control two things at once that might be adjusted so that is where my mind was when asking but thank you, this definitely made the choice easier.

[@brysonmercury]

Is anybody else experiencing glitchy pads for akai midi keyboards? Like they sometimes get triggered twice in a row...

[@benstanfill363]

I've always hated the pads on the mpk mini. They're insensitive and trigger at weird times.

[@Historyisnotwas]

Awesome video..this is such great advice. Which of these small (or any midi controller) would be most appropriate for someone who writes/ composes orchestral music only? I only write for classical orchestra. Do I need the faders, knobs, pads, etc? Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks.

[@Believer7154]

Thanks for the video my man. Seen a number of your joints, you're good at it! Its appreciated. Im new to all of this but Im interested in learning and would like to make make beats. Dont know where to start as far as what to purchase. Should I get the MPK MINI with the MPC ONE or just one piece of equipment in the MPC Key 37? Thanks in advance for help and or advice.

[@boonatuna]

Hi Sanjay, thanks for your videos! I'm looking for a new midi keyboard, between 49-61 semi weighted keys, drumpad, maybe sliders, under 500. I use ableton and native instruments plugins the most (a lot of Kontakt). I make original lo-fi, rock, funk, hip hop, etc. I want something that doesn't feel like a toy, maybe something with bonus plug-ins or software but not crucial since I have a ton of plugins already. I also play guitar and want to do live looping. What would you suggest? thx! p.s. I have an old NI Komplete Kontrol but seems to be very latent all the sudden and doesn't have a drum pad.

[@joy3122]

Hi and thanks a lot for your amazing videos. Newbie here, i would like to ask you which one will work with Amplitube 5 max and which one offers straight away virtual instruments?

[@PawelP76]

I have a question of a complete beginner. I’m looking for an instrument my daughter could use to learn to play and maybe in the future, if she desire, to upgrade to a bigger instrument (piano etc). I want the instrument to be small, portable, preferably allow usage of headphones so she can practice and do not disturb others. I always thought midi keyboards cannot be used on its own to play but rather to control other hardware or be used with software. Am I wrong? Can any of these instruments be used to play without software/Mac/pc? If so, which one would you recommend for a 10 yo girl who wants to learn to play?

[@JVJF7]

The Akai mpk mini play has build in sounds and is also a midi keyboard. Also got a headphone out

[@IFAW-iy2be]

Which would have the longevity (playing wise) for a 3 year old? I like the arturia for the keys and the software (when he eventually gets a PC) but the MPK MP has more keys and a better drum pad. Is there anything that has all these features in one unit?

[@maximilianopalacios6320]

What would you guys recomend for someone stating i don't have much software either

[@OfficialWiseArt]

I'm an FLstudio user and I'm trying to decide between the FLkey 37 and the Akai Midi Plus, any suggestions?

[@NOOB-nz9kc]

What did u get ?

[@OfficialWiseArt]

@@NOOB-nz9kc FLkey37

[@OfficialWiseArt]

@@NOOB-nz9kc I like it

[@etut369]

Can you tell us what you think about the M-WAVE 25?

[@EM-bk5dq]

Always GREAT videos!!!

[@cmdrsquiddy]

your reviews are the best. thank you!

[@varadus9151]

Hi thanks, a lot for this video, which keyboard should I use if I do mainly classical music (piano and strings flutes...etc.) I want to create some songs for my games. I use Cubase as software

[@Sam-ss2lo]

Is there a best choice for the Waveform DAW?

[@qzxerty]

Hi. Great channel. I'm looking for a controller that is not full size 88 key but does have full size keys at less octaves. Is there a video for this on your channel?

[@MadaCrow]

How are the drum pads on M-Audio oxygen? Are they same in quality to those from Akai since it's under same company?

[@FritzHugo3]

It would be so nice if the Akai Plus as a play variable to play too without pc or extra stuff like the mini play. Problem at the mini play, it have no pitchwheels and no steprecording, too smal ... . As an play variant it would be a synth + midi as an full transportable Play version.

[@AstronoizeOfficial]

Wish you would have included some that are full size. I’m interested in finding a midi controller as close to a piano feel as possible.

[@Britain2Ukraine]

Great video! What is best for writing a more classical/folk song?

[@riswandakafa9750]

Thanks for the video, Sanjay Still cant decide. A very noob question here: what do you think the best for a newbie who also is starting to learn using Ableton? I have a hard time figure out those on-screen controls and parameters, yet I dont really know what really helps for that. Thanks!

[@benvarley2927]

Couldn't you take the m32 and pair it with a launchpad x? If so i might go that route. Still undecided about my first midi

[@serapheogen]

Endless encoders on Minilab aren't exclusive to Arturia software, right? Can be mapped to DAW controls or other synth parameters? Cool feature but I don't use Arturia synths.

[@paulg3388]

First of all, I am a real fan of your Videos and always look forward to the one on a Saturday, it's sort of in my routine now when I sit down on a Saturday evening. I have a quick, probably troll worthy question, but I am torn on which one of these to get still. I also see benefits to at least two of them but there isn't a single one that does it all. So my question; If I choose the Arturia with only 8x pads, I take it there is a way to play all 16x allocated sounds from things like Maschine etc? I have searched through the manual for it but I can't find any confirmation. I am confident the other keyboards with 16x pads will auto assign to all 16x drum sounds, but I don't want to buy the Arturia if I have to re-map all my kits to the first 8x pads. I hope you see what I am getting at? :) If you can, I can see me buying the Arturia + the NI so I get best of both worlds on my desk while my 88 key keyboard is only brought out when needed. thanks again !!!

[@edwardbateman3957]

Wondering if any of these have good integration with UA Luna

[@dylanboiteux4005]

Up. Wondering the same thing

[@jeremythompson6822]

The current M32 bundle is hard to beat right now even without pads.

[@SanjayC]

Yeah, definitely good software with that keyboard

[@andesneko]

But it's so big it won't fit any bag... It's cool for the desktop though.

[@jeremythompson6822]

@@andesneko I’m gonna order the case for it

[@JeffyG]

My M32 fits in my backpack and it’s small enough to use on a kitchen breakfast bar! Still love it.

[@sortebill]

I own both the M32 and the minilab and in my opinion the minilab is way better. Even has a din midi output and I think the analog lab software is way easier to use compared to the convoluted mess native instruments plugins are. I prefer wheels for pitch and mod but both have ribbons and the arturia ribbons are better.

[@theflossingfisherman7925]

Hi Sanjay. My little boy wants a Midi controller with keys and finger drum pads. He is too young for production software on a PC. Is there a stand-alone machine that will loop, record but does not need a pc.

[@MaxxTyrant]

Does the pitch slide even work with Vital or Serum? I never got the slide notes when using those two.

[@SuvratPrasad]

Need a suggestion please. I use logic pro with a 15 year maudio. I have an itch to upgrade now- so i can manipulate vst synth parameters. Options are arturia essential 61, maudio oxygen pro 61 and komplete A 49 or 61. Which will be the best buy. Like i said mostly what i want to do is manipulate synth parameters and anything more is great. See if you can suggest something. Someone also suggested me to get a korg nano control type setup instead of a bulky midi keyboard but i dont know much about that.

[@saylurrodriguez3315]

My novation randomly activates clips in my session view on Ableton or it will sustain a note from a vst endlessly. I wouldn’t recommend

[@DaveTherrien]

I want a 37 key version of either the Arturia Keylab MK3 or the new NI Komplete Kontrol Mk3 - these are both a great compromise on size and capability. I can't really work with a 25 key keyboard and 49 is too big. I have the Novation Launchkey 37 and it's pretty great, but does not have the integration with software like Arturia and NI.

[@astrosonra6314]

Hi Dave. I lietened your music, and your profile pic was not wrong, beautiful music, and it is exactly the music genre that I´m into too. If I could ask you, what is the equipment that you have Dave (that´s all software sound?) Thank you.

[@XmikeromoshX]

I still use the irig keys 25 i/0 becsuse it's not only a keyboard but an interface all in one I use it with my ipad with garageband

[@juanpablomartinezfrias2764]

Thanks so much for this video :)))

[@michaelhoffmann1180]

you're just a great guy....thx so much for this tutorials and allllll... R U as welll a producer for famous artists? Greets from switzerland

[@Techieadi]

Big Fan! Bought an arturia minilab 3 just for them keys, was thinnking of buying a rock solid interface, I noticed Volt 476/276, what would you recoomend.

[@jyotichristo7720]

Love the shirt 👍🏽. Haha! I like how you measured the down weight of the keys. Very important

[@madanbomjan7979]

Amazing content sanjay as always, Here im trying to get 61 midi keyboard but i dont know which one should i get because im into key feels

[@eddiehenderson2013]

Thank you for yet another video made with love, great information, and in-depth knowledge.

[@SanjayC]

You're welcome! I hope you also watched the best headphones of 2023 video kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKfGmKh4r7uFack

[@bhattikhlaq3948]

​@@SanjayC brother please help me should I go with arturia or m audio mentioned above

[@rodrigocharry5027]

Excellent vid! is it possible connect any of these midi controllers to a Midiplus Mini engine instead of a computer?

[@lg3367]

Great video. Could you also make for best budget 49 and 61 keys midi 2024.

[@ulisesgomez1447]

Thank you Sanjay C for such an excellent video, I have a boy who plays piano (he is learning but has great ears for music, and 8 years old). He started to play with other sounds and I wanted to give him some options to play, create, and record sounds and music. What could be a good option to purchase? I know that I have to think about purchasing some other stuff as you explain in your other video for a music studio. I would appreciate any help. One note, we have a Casio CT-S300 and an Alesis Virtue piano. I don't know if with the Casio I could do it and only purchase a drum pad or maybe is easy for to him use a MIDI Keyboard.

[@norwegianblue2017]

Thanks for the informative review. I'm in my 50s and this is my first dive into creating my own music. Always had an interest in playing piano/keyboards and for about $100, seems like a safe investment to see how far I go. Decided upon the MINILAB 3 and made the purchase through your link. I'm really looking forward to tapping into my creative side!

[@victorbmadslund]

As a beginner which should I go with? I’m in between the minilab 3 and launchkey 49

[@Faterna.888]

The launchkey 49 100%

[@victorbmadslund]

@@Faterna.888ended up going with the keylab essential 61 mk3

[@Pydou]

Does keyboards gives any extra plugins or software applications?

[@JeffyG]

Do you think Arturia, Novation, Akai and Native Instruments will release midi 2.0, full MPC and polyphonic aftertouch to catch up with the Korg KeyStage in 2024? Will we be forced to buy new hardware, or will vendors just release firmware upgrades?

[@TBWTBH333]

So im new music production, and I am using bandlab right now to get a better idea on how to make music because it is pretty simple, so do these keyboards work good for bandlab?

[@harshalthakur1479]

yes they will work with pretty much any DAW including bandlabs but I would consider using mainstream DAWs as they are more efficient with midis

[@Ricksesa]

Hey @SanjayC does the minilab 3 works on mac os cataline 10.15?

[@neoian94]

Please let me know where you got the bashee.... great video btw. I will be purchasing one of these after making a pros and cons list.. 😅

[@xserienchiller86]

I'm looking for a new one.. and I know you're my man on YT when it comes to MIDI Controllers👌