I'm looking at picking up an inexpensive midi controller from ebay to get started with producing. For around $100-200 there are these keyboards, the M-Audio Axiom 25 and 49, and also the Edirol PCR-M30 and M50. I'll probably go with the higher models because they're only a tad more expensive. Which would you guys recommend? Or are there other controllers you would suggest for that price range?
Jun-10-2007 23:26
echosystm
super wow maker
Registered: Jul 2004
Location:
Don't worry about knobs and faders, you will most likely never even use them. The pads on the Axiom could be handy though!
Whats most important is how the keys feel. There are 3 types of keys: synth action, semi weighted and hammer action. You should try all 3 in the shop before you buy anything. Some people like the quickness of synth action, some people like the genuine feel of hammer action. Some people like a mix of both with semi-weighted.
Jun-11-2007 00:01
antronx
Senior tranceaddict
Registered: Jun 2005
Location: Hollywood, FL
I have Axiom 49. I am not complaining, yet.
Jun-11-2007 00:17
cybernetica
Captain Insano
Registered: Oct 2004
Location: Cologne, Germany
quote:
Originally posted by antronx
I have Axiom 49. I am not complaining, yet.
Registered: Sep 2006
Location: Seattle . . . . . Skill Level: Mediocre At Best Clothing: Sometimes
quote:
Originally posted by SMC
Me too.
ditto...
...although sometimes I wish the encoders were smooth, and not clicky. Other than that, the ability to customize individual parameters is great with Live.
Jun-13-2007 04:55
echosystm
super wow maker
Registered: Jul 2004
Location:
quote:
Originally posted by ralpheeee
I disagree with echo's post, I've got the pcrm50 and constantly use the sliders.
Key action is awesome would actualy buy another one if it broke
quote:
Originally posted by echosystm
most likely
Jun-13-2007 05:02
ralpheeee
Senior tranceaddict
Registered: Jan 2006
Location: Adelaide, Australia
Jun-14-2007 07:11
The Cream Enjin
Junior tranceaddict
Registered: Jun 2006
Location:
I own a PCR-M80. Roland use the same key mechanism they use in their best synths and i like it. I recently had a go on the Korg radias keyboard and it feels cheap compared to the PCR.
