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Good Midi Controller (Keyboard) ?????
I have Reason right now and I want a keyboard/midi controller... What's a good cheap one??
Midi Keyboards
PC/Mac Evolution MK-125 �79.95 Evolution www.evolution.co.uk
A mini keyboard with full size keys, this is a handy inputting device for bass and lead lines, and the included Dance Station software is great too.
PC/Mac Evolution MK-261 �149.95 Evolution www.evolution.co.uk The MK-261 delivers everything you'd expect from a controller keyboard with style, and the included Sound Studio sequencer makes this a bargain.
PC/Mac Studiologic SL-61 �159.95 Arbiter www.arbitergroup.com No bundled software, but superb key action make this five octave board clearly aimed at the competent player. Highly recommended.
PC/Mac Korg N364 �899 Korg UK www.korg.co.uk
Some nice sounds but showing its age in terms of editing and control, and expensive for what you get
PC/Mac Korg N5EX �725 Korg UK www.korg.co.uk
Good range of sounds but the editing power doesn�t go as far as you�d think. Lagging behind the competition
PC/Mac MK-61 �99 BCK www.bck.co.uk
This is one of the cheapest five-octave keyboard's going, and it's impressively sturdy and easy to control - definitely worth a look.
PC/Mac BCK MK-61 ��149.95 BCK www.bck.co.uk
A great five octave keyboard on its own terms, but there are slightly cheaper models out there that offer somewhat more in terms of features.
PC/Mac BCK MIDI PRO ��149.95 BCK www.bck.co.uk
Four octave model sporting an excellent control interface but a bit of a lacking action. Not one for the serious performer, but great for simple note inputting.
PC/Mac Roland PC-300 �139.83 Roland UK www.roland.co.uk
One of the best keyboards we've seen for the money, featuring excellent key action and unique in that it connects via USB.
take your pick, all the best
wow, thanks
sweet, more great info from dj pete...
these keyboards all sound decent right? heh, i mean have some nice synth instruments etc.. ?
so all of these are velocity sensitive and stuff??
If you wanna use it as a controller, maybe it's cheaper to pick up a second hand DX-7, they don't go for much I think these days, they are built like a tank, they have all the functions you need (aftertouch, velocity, pitch bend, modulation what am I forgetting) and you even get a cool Frequency Modulation synth.
(I use one)
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| Originally posted by Pjotr G If you wanna use it as a controller, maybe it's cheaper to pick up a second hand DX-7, they don't go for much I think these days, they are built like a tank, they have all the functions you need (aftertouch, velocity, pitch bend, modulation what am I forgetting) and you even get a cool Frequency Modulation synth. (I use one) |
Around $250 you should be able to find one....where?
I dunno ...SEARCH!
peter what about midi keyboards in America????? lol
i dont see those keyboards on any american sites 
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/srs7...c=price&so=desc
can u check that out Peter? pleaaaase
and what do u think of the used DX-7 idea?
oh and are midiman keyboards good?
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| Originally posted by BKLN2LA http://www.musiciansfriend.com/srs7...c=price&so=desc can u check that out Peter? pleaaaase and what do u think of the used DX-7 idea? oh and are midiman keyboards good? |
CLICK HERE
and look at the last 2,
then
CLICK HERE
this is Evolutions Distributor for the US
Hey DJ Pete, im currently using a YAMAHA PSR-730 as my contoller, but im looking for a new one, to use wiv Reason, fruity, Cubase etc. The latency between Cubase, and my midi contoller is not very good, so I hope to get a Audigy wich has improved ASIO drivers..
What setup do u recommend for a amateur producer, to make decent productions????
Tr@NzA
thanks Pete
right now I just have Reason. I thought a keyboard should be next. I'm thinking about what I should get over xmas though... but i'm lost
should i just use reason with a midi keyboard for now? until i learn it all then buy more stuff? or get something because it is xmas and i may be able to get something really good...
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| Originally posted by BKLN2LA thanks Pete right now I just have Reason. I thought a keyboard should be next. I'm thinking about what I should get over xmas though... but i'm lost should i just use reason with a midi keyboard for now? until i learn it all then buy more stuff? or get something because it is xmas and i may be able to get something really good... |
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| Originally posted by Tr@NzA Hey DJ Pete, im currently using a YAMAHA PSR-730 as my contoller, but im looking for a new one, to use wiv Reason, fruity, Cubase etc. The latency between Cubase, and my midi contoller is not very good, so I hope to get a Audigy wich has improved ASIO drivers.. What setup do u recommend for a amateur producer, to make decent productions???? Tr@NzA |
eventually I'm gonna start adding hardware and stuff...
would it be bad to invest in a Korg Karma? being that i'm a beginner...
btw I dont know how to play the piano...
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| Originally posted by BKLN2LA eventually I'm gonna start adding hardware and stuff... would it be bad to invest in a Korg Karma? being that i'm a beginner... btw I dont know how to play the piano... |
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| Originally posted by BKLN2LA would it be bad to invest in a Korg Karma? being that i'm a beginner... |
*drool*
Damn getting a rig like that takes a couple of decades and releases
Anyways, the korg karma is basically a korg triton with some more functions, personally I don't think it's that bad
Plus I'd like to add that not being able to play the piano (e.g. read notes n stuff) isn't a big deal. You'll still need keys becuz they are good for just tryin out melodies, chord patterns, or trying out sounds as you tweak them. I can't play the piano, but the keyboard is essential in my setup!
ok so lets say i get a MIDI keyboard (evolution), i'd still be able to ask for a pretty good gift for xmas.... what should i get? any opinions?
how much are you willing to pay
and what do you need or would like?
i really dont know what i need or like... i could spend up to lik 700-maybe 1 thousand...
i probably should stick to Reason for a while...
Which one is better???
The BCK MidiPlus or Evolution MK-149??
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