I like how this has "almost full-size" keys (they are 3/4 inches wide). I almost don't feel like it should be called the "MICROKey" - seems like more of a "mini" to me. But I get it. Overall, the footprint is, in fact, quite small. I have big hands and don't like the tiny keyboards and yet this one works well for me. I tried an Akai MPK Mini once and found that it was just too small. But back then I was PLAYING PIANO on it and now I'm more of INPUTTING NOTES into my DAW, so that might be what changed. I don't actually know the size of the Akai MPK Mini's keys. Not sure if they are actually smaller or not and I can't seem to find that information. These seem bigger, but I can't confirm that.
Either way, the Korg is very small, but not too small. The keys are much shorter than full-size, but only a little narrower than full-size. And they are nearly silent, which I love. Not much of a click at all. Overall, feels pretty solid and high-quality for the price. I mean, it's plastic and it's small and it's light - sure. But it doesn't feel "cheap" for what it is.
I'd prefer a pitch and a mod wheel instead of the joystick, but oh well. And it would be cool if there was a standard (5-pin) MIDI plug. But I'm mostly doing MIDI-over-USB into a DAW anyway, so this is fine, I guess, with just that. I might have played with some sound modules if it had a regular MIDI port, but this is fine. Seems very much designed for use with a DAW versus "playing" so that makes sense.
Overall, if you want something small but are scared of the small keys, this might work for you. And I'd probably recommend it for "inputting notes" versus "playing piano" - for that, it's fantastic. Happy I have it.
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Korg microKEY
Slim, lightweight, USB bus powered, and compatible with all computer-based music software, the microKEY is a great way to create your production setup. The microKEY features the velocity-sensitive Natural Touch mini-keyboard that was acclaimed on instruments such as the microKORG XL and the microARRANGER.
The proportions of the black and white keys has been adjusted for optimal playability, easy chording, and rapid phrase work; careful attention has been paid to the touch and playing feel. The "waterfall-type" keyboard makes it easy to play glissandos. This keyboard will accurately convey the dynamics of your performance to your software.
Features
- 25 velocity-sensing Natural Touch mini keys, proportioned for excellent playability
- microKey25 can be used to control MIDI-capable iPad apps via the Camera Connection Kit
- Octave Shift and Key Transpose features access the full MIDI note range
- The joystick and sustain/tap buttons add expression to your performance
microKEY AIR 61
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| number of keys | 61 | 25 | — | 37 | 61 |
| hardware interface | usb2.0 | usb | usb | usb | usb |
| connectivity tech | USB | USB | USB | USB | USB |
| model year | 2015 | 2022 | 2021 | 2022 | — |
| weight | 1.71 kilograms | 0.99 pounds | 3 kilograms | 2.78 pounds | 4.2 kilograms |
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Awesome little midi keyboard
I love it! Super easy to use, keys feel nice, and not too expensive! Only downside is that the cord that came with it was too short to reach my computer but I bought a longer one so everything is okay!
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