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Review MIDI keyboard Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61. Where to buy it?

Native Instruments is a leading manufacturer of software and hardware for computer audio production and DJing. Native Instruments offers an unparalleled ecosystem of hardware, software and digital services powered by powerful platforms such as KONTAKT, REAKTOR and KOMPLETE. I’ll tell you how this post is built. First I will list the features of this Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 keyboard. Then you have a video or two, purchase links and useful comments from other users and then you have one of the most useful parts; comparison tables with similar keyboards so you can compare.

  • Newly developed semi-weighted keyboard
  • 61 keys
  • 8 touch-sensitive encoders, tone and modulation wheels
  • Push-button 4D encoder
  • Smart Player
  • Integration with Maschine
  • Intuitive control over Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, Garage Band, Cubase and Nuendo
  • USB powered
  • 6.3 mm input for pedal
  • USB port
  • Dimensions: 984 x 257 x 89 mm
  • Weight: 4.7 kg
  • Includes Komplete effects and instruments: The Gentleman, Monark, Scarbee Mark I, Reaktor Prism, Reaktor Blocks Wired, Reaktor 6 Player, Kontakt 6 Player, Guitar Rig 5 Player, Komplete Kontrol Software, Maschine Essential

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This MIDI keyboard is usually priced at around €222/£199/$222 and offers a keyboard with 61 semi-weighted keys that will allow you to play and compose different musical ideas on your favorite DAW.

As other control functions, we have a 4D push encoder, 8 touch-sensitive encoders, transport buttons (rec, play, stop), movement buttons, octave controls and pitch bend and modulation wheels.

It integrates a pedal input and a USB connection, where it is powered. Includes Komplete effects and instruments: The Gentleman, Monark, Scarbee Mark I, Reaktor Prism, Reaktor Blocks Wired, Reaktor 6 Player, Kontakt 6 Player, Guitar Rig 5 Player, Komplete Kontrol Software, Maschine Essential.

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Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 vs Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A25

The MIDI Keyboard Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 has a price of €222/£199/$222 when the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A25 has a price of €135/£125/$137. Let’s move on to the face-to-face:

  • The Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 offers 61 semi-weighted keys, and the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A25 offers 25 semi-weighted keys.
  • Both offer a 4D push encoder, 8 touch-sensitive encoders, transport buttons (rec, play, stop), movement buttons, octave controls and pitch bend and modulation wheels.
  • Both offers sustain pedal input connections and USB connections.
  • Also included are the Komplete effect and instrument licenses: The Gentleman, Monark, Scarbee Mark I, Reaktor Prism, Reaktor Blocks Wired, Reaktor 6 Player, Kontakt 6 Player, Guitar Rig 5 Player, Komplete Kontrol Software, Maschine Essential.

Let’s put the features of these keyboards in a table so you can compare

Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61

Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A25

  • Newly developed semi-weighted keyboard
  • 61 keys
  • 8 touch-sensitive encoders, tone and modulation wheels
  • Push-button 4D encoder
  • Smart Player
  • Integration with Maschine
  • Intuitive control over Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, Garage Band, Cubase and Nuendo
  • USB powered
  • 6.3 mm input for pedal
  • USB port
  • Dimensions: 984 x 257 x 89 mm
  • Weight: 4.7 kg
  • Includes Komplete effects and instruments: The Gentleman, Monark, Scarbee Mark I, Reaktor Prism, Reaktor Blocks Wired, Reaktor 6 Player, Kontakt 6 Player, Guitar Rig 5 Player, Komplete Kontrol Software, Maschine Essential
  • Newly developed semi-weighted keyboard
  • 25 keys
  • 8 touch-sensitive encoders, tone and modulation wheels
  • Push-button 4D encoder
  • Smart Player
  • Integration with Maschine
  • Intuitive control over Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, Garage Band, Cubase and Nuendo
  • USB powered
  • 6.3 mm input for pedal
  • USB port
  • Dimensions: 488 x 257 x 89 mm
  • Weight: 2.4 kg
  • Includes Komplete effects and instruments: The Gentleman, Monark, Scarbee Mark I, Reaktor Prism, Reaktor Blocks Wired, Reaktor 6 Player, Kontakt 6 Player, Guitar Rig 5 Player, Komplete Kontrol Software, Maschine Essential

In our first comparison we have two models of brother MIDI controllers, on one hand, the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 and on the other hand the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A25 that both offer the same control functions: 4D push encoder, 8 touch-sensitive encoders, transport buttons (rec, play, stop), movement buttons, octave controls and pitch bend and modulation wheels. But their main difference is the number of keys or 61 or 25, with 5 octaves for the first and 2 octaves for the second. Because it’s a somewhat small difference it’s worth going for the 61, however, if you don’t need it you’ll save a bit if you go for the 25.

And here is a video of the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A25

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A25 review.

Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 vs Arturia KeyLab 88 MkII

The MIDI Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 Keyboard is priced at €222/£199/$222 when the Arturia KeyLab 88 MkII. is priced at €875/£789/$866. Let’s move on to the face-to-face:

  • The Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 offers 61 semi-weighted keys, and the Arturia KeyLab 88 MkII offers a Fatar branded keyboard with 88 hammer action keys, of excellent quality.
  • The Native Instruments Kompletete Kontrol A61 offers a 4D push encoder, 8 touch-sensitive encoders, transport buttons (rec, play, stop), movement buttons, octave controls and pitch bend and modulation wheels. The Arturia KeyLab 88 MKII offers 16 illuminated pads with chord memory function, 9 assignable faders, 9 assignable knobs, transport buttons (rec, play, pause, stop, etc.), a center knob for choosing different functions, modulation and pitch bend wheels.
  • The Native Instruments Kompletete Kontrol A61 integrates sustain pedal input connections and USB connections. The Arturia KeyLab 88 MkII features CV outputs (pitch out, gate out, Mod 1 and Mod 2), MIDI input and output, inputs for expression, sustain and 3 auxiliary pedals, CV input, external power supply input and USB connection.
  • The Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 includes the following licensed Komplete instruments and effects: The Gentleman, Monark, Scarbee Mark I, Reaktor Prism, Reaktor Blocks Wired, Reaktor 6 Player, Kontakt 6 Player, Guitar Rig 5 Player, Komplete Kontrol Software, Maschine Essential. The Arturia KeyLab 88 MkII includes the Analog Lab 4 licenses with 6000 synthesizer sounds, Ableton Live Lite, Arturia Wurli V, Arturia VOX Continental V and Arturia Piano V.

Let’s put the features of these keyboards in a table so you can compare

Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61

Arturia KeyLab 88 MkII

  • Newly developed semi-weighted keyboard
  • 61 keys
  • 8 touch-sensitive encoders, tone and modulation wheels
  • Push-button 4D encoder
  • Smart Player
  • Integration with Maschine
  • Intuitive control over Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, Garage Band, Cubase and Nuendo
  • USB powered
  • 6.3 mm input for pedal
  • USB port
  • Dimensions: 984 x 257 x 89 mm
  • Weight: 4.7 kg
  • Includes Komplete effects and instruments: The Gentleman, Monark, Scarbee Mark I, Reaktor Prism, Reaktor Blocks Wired, Reaktor 6 Player, Kontakt 6 Player, Guitar Rig 5 Player, Komplete Kontrol Software, Maschine Essential
  • With 88 keys and CV connections
  • Fatar plywood keyboard, with hammer action (Fatar — TP100LR)
  • Speed sensitive and Aftertouch
  • 16 illuminated pads with chord memory function
  • 9 faders
  • 9 rotating knobs
  • LCD screen
  • Transport section
  • Tone and modulation wheels
  • MIDI Input/Output
  • Input for a sustain pedal and 6.3 mm jack expression
  • 3 assignable pedal inputs 6.3 mm jack
  • 3.5 mm mini-jack CV input
  • Tone and door output 3.5 mm mini-jack
  • Output Mod 1 and Mod 2 3.5 mm mini-jack
  • USB connection
  • Input for 9 — 12 V DC power supply 1.0 A
  • Aluminum housing with wooden side panels
  • Includes magnetic templates for Ableton Live, Logic Pro X, Pro Tools, Cubase, Studio One, Reaper and Mackie/HUI configurations
  • Score/iPad support
  • Removable laptop shelf
  • The software package contains: Analog Lab 4 with 6000 synthesizer sounds, Ableton Live Lite, Arturia Wurli V, Arturia VOX Continental V and Arturia Piano V
  • Dimensions: 1293 x 322 x 112 mm
  • Weight: 15 kg

In this comparison, we have on the one hand the already analyzed and known Native Instruments Kompletete Kontrol A61, and on the other hand the Arturia KeyLab 88 MkII that offers a Fatar brand keyboard with 88 hammer action keys, 16 illuminated pads with chord memory function, 9 assignable faders, 9 assignable knobs, transport buttons (rec, play, pause, stop, etc), a central knob to choose different functions, modulation wheels and pitch bend.

Due to its price the Arturia KeyLab 88 MKII is a very superior MIDI controller, having more and better control functions, starting with its very fine and quality keyboard, then going through a good set of control functions and culminating with connections that we find only in high-quality MIDI controllers. Although it is almost 4 times more expensive than the Native Instruments Komplete Control A61 it is not a bad choice because of its price.

And here is a video of the Arturia KeyLab 88 MkII

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Arturia KeyLab 88 MkII review.

Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 vs Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol M32

The MIDI Keyboard Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 has a price of €222/£199/$222 when the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol M32 has a price of €105/£98/$108. Let’s go head to head:

  • The Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 offers 61 semi-weighted keys, and the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol M32 offers 32 mini-synth action keys.
  • The Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 offers a 4D push encoder, 8 touch-sensitive encoders, transport buttons (rec, play, stop), movement buttons, octave controls and pitch bend and modulation wheels. The Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol M32 offers 1 4D push encoder, 8 touch-sensitive encoders and transport buttons (pause, rec, play), octave up/down buttons, buttons for loop, tempo and other functions. In addition to touch strips, touch detectors for modulation and pitch bend.
  • Both offers sustain pedal input connections and USB connections.
  • The Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 includes the following licensed Komplete instruments and effects: The Gentleman, Monark, Scarbee Mark I, Reaktor Prism, Reaktor Blocks Wired, Reaktor 6 Player, Kontakt 6 Player, Guitar Rig 5 Player, Komplete Kontrol Software, Maschine Essential. The Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol M32 includes the following Komplete instruments and effects licenses: Monark, Scarbee Mark I, Reaktor Prism, Komplete Kontrol Software, Maschine Essentials, Komplete Start, Ableton Live 10 Lite.

Let’s put the features of these keyboards in a table so you can compare

Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61

Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol M32

  • Newly developed semi-weighted keyboard
  • 61 keys
  • 8 touch-sensitive encoders, tone and modulation wheels
  • Push-button 4D encoder
  • Smart Player
  • Integration with Maschine
  • Intuitive control over Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, Garage Band, Cubase and Nuendo
  • USB powered
  • 6.3 mm input for pedal
  • USB port
  • Dimensions: 984 x 257 x 89 mm
  • Weight: 4.7 kg
  • Includes Komplete effects and instruments: The Gentleman, Monark, Scarbee Mark I, Reaktor Prism, Reaktor Blocks Wired, Reaktor 6 Player, Kontakt 6 Player, Guitar Rig 5 Player, Komplete Kontrol Software, Maschine Essential
  • 32 speed-sensitive synthesizer-action mini-classes
  • 2 touch strips for modulation and pitch
  • OLED screen
  • 8 touch-sensitive encoders
  • Push-button 4D encoder
  • Smart Player
  • Integration with Maschine
  • Intuitive control over Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, Garage Band, Cubase and Nuendo
  • NKS compatible
  • USB powered
  • 6.3 mm input for pedal
  • USB port
  • Dimensions: 475 x 167 x 50 mm
  • Weight: 1.45 kg
  • Includes Komplete effects and instruments: Monark, Scarbee Mark I, Reaktor Prism, Komplete Kontrol Software, Maschine Essentials, Komplete Start, Ableton Live 10 Lite

In this comparison we have on the one hand the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 whose functions and performance we have already analyzed, and on the other hand we have the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol M32 that offers 32 speed-sensitive miniature synthesizer action keys, 1 4D push encoder, 8 touch-sensitive encoders and transport buttons (pause, rec, play), octave up/down buttons, loop, tempo and other functions. In addition to touch strips, touch detectors for modulation and pitch bend.

As an advantage of the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol M32 we have a compact and lightweight design using three octaves of mini keys, and as an advantage of the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 we can comment on its 5 octaves (semi-weighted keys). If you want a compact MIDI controller with 3 octaves you are fine, go for the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol M32, and if you want a MIDI controller with 5 octaves and semi-balanced keys go for the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61.

And here’s a video of the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol M32

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol M32

Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 vs Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S49 MK2

The MIDI Keyboard Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 is priced at €222/£199/$222 and the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S49 MK2 is priced at €498/£449/$498. Let’s go head to head:

  • The Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 offers 61 semi-weighted keys, and the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S49 MK2 offers a Fatar keyboard with 49 semi-weighted keys aftertouch.
  • The Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 offers a 4D push encoder, 8 touch-sensitive encoders, transport buttons (rec, play, stop), movement buttons, octave controls and pitch bend and modulation wheels. The Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S49 MK2 features a 4D push encoder, 8 touch-sensitive encoders, transport buttons (rec, play, stop), motion buttons, octave controls and pitch bend and modulation wheels. Plus high-resolution color screens for navigating, adjusting, mixing and more.
  • The Native Instruments Kompletete Kontrol A61 integrates sustain pedal input connections and USB connections. While the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S49 MK2 integrates a MIDI input and output, two pedal inputs, an input for external power supply and a USB connection.
  • The Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 includes the following licensed Komplete instruments and effects: The Gentleman, Monark, Scarbee Mark I, Reaktor Prism, Reaktor Blocks Wired, Reaktor 6 Player, Kontakt 6 Player, Guitar Rig 5 Player, Komplete Kontrol Software, Maschine Essential. The Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S49 MK2 includes the following premium instruments and effects licenses: Massive, Monark, The Gentleman, Drumlab, Reaktor Prism, Scarbee Mark I, Retro Machines, Vintage Organs, West Africa, Solid Bus Comp, and Replica.

Let’s put the features of these keyboards in a table so you can compare

Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61

Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S49 MK2

  • Newly developed semi-weighted keyboard
  • 61 keys
  • 8 touch-sensitive encoders, tone and modulation wheels
  • Push-button 4D encoder
  • Smart Player
  • Integration with Maschine
  • Intuitive control over Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, Garage Band, Cubase and Nuendo
  • USB powered
  • 6.3 mm input for pedal
  • USB port
  • Dimensions: 984 x 257 x 89 mm
  • Weight: 4.7 kg
  • Includes Komplete effects and instruments: The Gentleman, Monark, Scarbee Mark I, Reaktor Prism, Reaktor Blocks Wired, Reaktor 6 Player, Kontakt 6 Player, Guitar Rig 5 Player, Komplete Kontrol Software, Maschine Essential
  • For all your virtual instruments
  • 49 ‘Keybeds’ Fatar with aftertouch and 49 semi-balanced keys
  • Ergonomic pitch and modulation wheels, plus touch strip for expression control
  • Pre-mapped control of KOMPLETE instruments and hundreds of Native Kontrol Standard (NKS) instruments from leading manufacturers
  • Full VSTi support
  • Tag-based preset navigation: Find sounds quickly and hear previews instantly
  • Two high-resolution color screens for navigating, adjusting, mixing and more
  • Light guide: RGB lights above each key highlight percussion cells, key switches, chords, scales and more
  • Smart Play: Check the scales and modes in the Light Guide, play chord progressions and arpeggios with single keys or map any scale to the white keys only
  • Deep integration with MASCHINE software/hardware
  • Intuitive control over Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, and GarageBand
  • Two assignable pedal inputs
  • MIDI In/Out
  • USB 2.0 bus-powered
  • Register your hardware to download the KOMPLETE KONTROL software plus KOMPLETE SELECT for free (11 premium instruments and effects: Massive, Monark, The Gentleman, Drumlab, Reaktor Prism, Scarbee Mark I, Retro Machines, Vintage Organs, West Africa, Solid Bus Comp, and Replica)

In this comparison, we have again the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 that we have already analyzed before and on the other hand the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S49 MK2 that offers Fatar keyboard with 49 semi-weighted keys aftertouch, a 4D push encoder, 8 touch-sensitive encoders, transport buttons (rec, play, stop), movement buttons, octave controls and pitch bend and modulation wheels. Plus two high-resolution color screens for navigating, adjusting, mixing and more.

As an advantage of the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 is its 61 semi-weighted keys, and by the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S49 MK2 we have the advantage of having a large number of licenses of Native Instruments, reaching more than hundreds of samples of quality musical instruments, licenses that for beginners more than anything, are highly valued. Only if you are interested in the licenses of Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S49 MK2 go for it, if not the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 is a better option.

And here is a video of the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S49 MK2

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S49 MK2 review.

Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 vs Arturia Keystep

The MIDI Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 Keyboard is priced at €222/£199/$222 while the Arturia Keystep is priced at €102/£89/$101. Let’s go head to head:

  • The Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 offers 61 semi-weighted keys, and the Arturia Keystep offers 2 thin speed and touch-sensitive keys.
  • The Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 offers a 4D push encoder, 8 touch-sensitive encoders, transport buttons (rec, play, stop), movement buttons, octave controls and pitch bend and modulation wheels. The Arturia Keystep offers the transport buttons (play, rec, etc.) and the touch strips or touch sliders for pitch bend and modulation. Since the Arturia Keystep is also a polyphonic sequencer, which means that it can create sequences (loops) with notes that sound at the same time (creating harmonies), it allows us to create up to 64 different steps (sequences) and create loops, be they percussion, bass, harmonies (chords), melodies and so on
  • The Native Instruments Kompletete Kontrol A61 integrates sustain pedal input connections and USB connections. While the Arturia Keystep integrates USB connection, MIDI Input/Output, CV/Port Output, Sync Input/Output, Sustain Pedal Input, Power Supply Input.
  • The Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 includes the following licensed Komplete instruments and effects: The Gentleman, Monark, Scarbee Mark I, Reaktor Prism, Reaktor Blocks Wired, Reaktor 6 Player, Kontakt 6 Player, Guitar Rig 5 Player, Komplete Kontrol Software, Maschine Essential.

Let’s put the features of these keyboards in a table so you can compare

Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61

Arturia Keystep

  • Newly developed semi-weighted keyboard
  • 61 keys
  • 8 touch-sensitive encoders, tone and modulation wheels
  • Push-button 4D encoder
  • Smart Player
  • Integration with Maschine
  • Intuitive control over Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, Garage Band, Cubase and Nuendo
  • USB powered
  • 6.3 mm input for pedal
  • USB port
  • Dimensions: 984 x 257 x 89 mm
  • Weight: 4.7 kg
  • Includes Komplete effects and instruments: The Gentleman, Monark, Scarbee Mark I, Reaktor Prism, Reaktor Blocks Wired, Reaktor 6 Player, Kontakt 6 Player, Guitar Rig 5 Player, Komplete Kontrol Software, Maschine Essential
  • 32 thin speed and touch-sensitive keys
  • Integrated polyphonic step sequencer
  • Up to 64 steps and 8 simultaneous step notes
  • 8-Mode Arpeggiator
  • Mode of interpretation of chords
  • Transposition buttons
  • Pitch and modulation touch slider
  • Connections: USB, MIDI In/Out, CV/Out, Sync In/Out, Sustain Pedal In, Power Supply In

In this last comparison, we have again, on the one hand, the Native Instruments Kompletete Kontrol A61 with its functions and features that we have already analyzed before, and on the other hand the Arturia Keystep that offers 32 thin keys sensitive to speed and touch, the transport buttons (play, rec, etc.) and the touch strips or tactile sliders of pitch bend and modulation. Also the polyphonic sequencer function.

As an advantage of the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 is its 61 semi-weighted keys that offer, in addition to its control functions. And as a main advantage of the Arturia Keystep we have that it has after being a MIDI controller, it is also a polyphonic sequencer that allows making sequences of up to 8 steps. If you will be using the sequencer function you will really want the Arturia Keystep, and if you want only a 5 octave MIDI controller and other control functions, the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61 will be your best choice.

And here’s a video of the Arturia Keystep

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Arturia Keystep review.

Which is the best of these MIDI keyboards if I am a beginner on a low budget?

While the answer to this question lies mostly in what specific need you have, for example, if you want to have a keyboard with the widest range of notes possible, or if you want to have as many control functions as possible, or perhaps a mix between the two, that is without leaving behind the different connections and software licenses that most MIDI controllers offer, we will give an objective opinion according to our experience in music production and thus also with the price demanded by the controllers, a kind of value for money.

In this post we find a very wide range in the price of the MIDI controllers we have, starting at almost 100 euros up to almost 900 euros. Therefore they have differences in their functions and features included. As an ideal MIDI controller for beginners, we can mention the Native Instruments Kompletete Kontrol A25 which offers 25 full-size keys with velocity sensitivity (intensity in MIDI language), it also offers 8 sensitive encodings and a 4D pushbutton shrinkage. It features a sustain pedal input and also includes certain Native Instruments branded effects and licenses, and is an excellent choice for beginners. If you have the opportunity to purchase it, go for it.

Where to buy the keyboard Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol A61

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Review MIDI keyboard Arturia KeyLab MkII 61 White. Where to buy it?

I’ll tell you how this post is built. First I list the features of the Arturia KeyLab MkII 61 White keyboard. Then you have a video or two, purchase links and useful comments from other users and then you have one of the most useful parts; comparison tables with similar keyboards so you can compare.

  • 61 Velocity delicate keys with aftertouch
  • 16 Colour illuminated performance pads
  • 9 Faders
  • 9 Rotating control knob
  • LC-Display
  • Category function
  • Pitch and Modulation wheel
  • Chord and Transpose work
  • Transport buttons
  • 5 Expression Control inputs
  • 4 CV Outputs
  • 1 CV input
  • midi (MIDI allows you to do such wonderful things as connect the keyboard to the computer, record a soundtrack and with certain programs pass with a click what you have played to musical notes in a score. MIDI tracks store information from musical notes) input and output
  • USB port
  • Input for outside power supply
  • Aluminium housing
  • System requirements: Windows 7 or MAC OS 10.8 or later, 4 GB RAM, 2 GHz Central Processing Unit, 7 GB free hard drive space for complete installing of the included pc software, DVD drive, web connection
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 875 x 297 x 53 mm
  • body weight: 7 kg
  • Colour: White
  • Includes Analog Lab pc software with more than 6500 Sounds (Different sounds of piano and other instruments), Piano V and Ableton Live Lite

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This keyboard usually has a price around 489.00 €

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Some comments from people who come to the forum about this model:

Comment:

Between this keyboard as well as the NI competitor I opted for that one for the subjective better quality and thinking I would use it as a versatile midi controller. It really is solid, nicely done and feeling that is general good. The software part is amazing and worth itself the purchase, but I offered it few month later on to obtain the competitor while the midi controller is not therefore great and offer a lot less than the NI, and when I had to buy once again an Arturia keyboard I would certainly buy the cheaper version just for the program.

Arturia KeyLab MkII 61 White vs Roli Seaboard Rise 25

The keyboard Arturia KeyLab MkII 61 Whiteis usually 60 € cheaper than Roli Seaboard Rise 25.

And then a video of the keyboard

Arturia KeyLab MkII 61 White

Roli Seaboard Rise 25

  • 61 Velocity delicate keys with aftertouch
  • 16 Colour illuminated performance pads
  • 9 Faders
  • 9 Rotating control knob
  • LC-Display
  • Category function
  • Pitch and Modulation wheel
  • Chord and Transpose work
  • Transport buttons
  • 5 Expression Control inputs
  • 4 CV Outputs
  • 1 CV input
  • MIDI input and output
  • USB port
  • Input for outside power supply
  • Aluminium housing
  • System requirements: Windows 7 or MAC OS 10.8 or later, 4 GB RAM, 2 GHz Central Processing Unit, 7 GB free hard drive space for complete installing of the included pc software, DVD drive, web connection
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 875 x 297 x 53 mm
  • body weight: 7 kg
  • Colour: White
  • Includes Analog Lab pc software with more than 6500 sounds, Piano V and Ableton Live Lite
  • New measurement of this Touch Interaction
  • Customizable sensitiveness for optimal experience
  • Touch and shape noise timbres in an astonishingly direct and intuitive way
  • Compatible with standard software and equipment synthesizers as well as using the included Equator computer software Bundle
  • Simulates authentic dynamic range of different instruments
  • Personalise patches using the touch delicate track-pad and 3 touch painful and sensitive faders
  • generate new sonic possibilities by mapping sound parameters to unique gestures
  • Touch and shape sound timbres in an astonishingly direct and intuitive way
  • Built-In MIDI connection over Bluetooth with around 8 hours of constant play
  • Includes pc software licenses for Equator Synth, Strobe2, Bitwig 8-Track, Tracktion Waveform and Seabaord Dashboard

Technical data:

  • 25 Keywaves
  • Pedal input: 6.3 mm Jack
  • USB B-Port (MIDI-Output and energy)
  • USB A-Port (for asking peripherals)
  • Mains power connector: 9 – 12 V DC
  • Integrated battery
  • Full midi compatibility over USB and Bluetooth
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 505 x 210 x 22.86 mm
  • Weight: 2.8 kg

System requirements:

  • OS x 108+ / Windows 7+ / iOS 7+
  • Intel core i5 2.5 GHz or faster suggested
  • 4 GB RAM (minimum, 8 GB suggested)
  • 2 GB available disk room for equator installation
  • USB 2.0 (or later) for USB compatibility

And then a video of the keyboardRoli Seaboard Rise 25

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Roli Seaboard Rise 25 review

Arturia KeyLab MkII 61 White vs Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S49 MK2

The keyboard Arturia KeyLab MkII 61 White is usually 10 € more expensive than Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S49 MK2, but the difference is so small that this can vary..

And then a video of the keyboard

Arturia KeyLab MkII 61 White

Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S49 MK2

  • 61 Velocity delicate keys with aftertouch
  • 16 Colour illuminated performance pads
  • 9 Faders
  • 9 Rotating control knob
  • LC-Display
  • Category function
  • Pitch and Modulation wheel
  • Chord and Transpose work
  • Transport buttons
  • 5 Expression Control inputs
  • 4 CV Outputs
  • 1 CV input
  • MIDI input and output
  • USB port
  • Input for outside power supply
  • Aluminium housing
  • System requirements: Windows 7 or MAC OS 10.8 or later, 4 GB RAM, 2 GHz Central Processing Unit, 7 GB free hard drive space for complete installing of the included pc software, DVD drive, web connection
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 875 x 297 x 53 mm
  • body weight: 7 kg
  • Colour: White
  • Includes Analog Lab pc software with more than 6500 sounds, Piano V and Ableton Live Lite
  • For all of your digital instruments
  • Fatar keyboard with aftertouch and 49 semi-weighted secrets
  • Ergonomic pitch and mod tires plus touch strip
  • Pre-configured mapping for several KOMPLETE instruments and hundreds of NKS-compatible (Native Kontrol Standard) instruments from leading third-party suppliers
  • Full VSTi help
  • Tag-based preset browsing: Find noises quickly and preview them instantly
  • Two high-resolution color displays for browsing, sound tweaking and more
  • Light Guide: RGB lights above each key signal drum cells, key switches, chords, tips and much more
  • Smart Play: Recognise keys and inversions with the Light Guide, play chord sequences and arpeggios using single keys or any key with white secrets only
  • Seamless integration with MASCHINE hardware/software
  • intuitive control of Logic professional X, Ableton Live and GarageBand
  • Two freely assignable inputs for base pedals
  • MIDI In/Out
  • Power supply via USB 2.0
  • Register your hardware to download the KOMPLETE KONTROL computer software and KOMPLETE SELECT for free (11 top-quality software instruments and results): Massive, Monark, The Gentleman, Drumlab, Reaktor Prism, Scarbee Mark I, Retro Machines, Vintage Organs, West Africa, Solid coach Comp, and Replica)
  • System requirements: Mac OS X 10.11 or macOS 10.12 (Intel Core 2 Duo), Windows 7 or later (Intel Core 2 Duo or AMD Athlon 64 X2), Internet connection and an images card supporting OpenGL 2.1 or maybe more needed (only for pc software download and activation), 4 GB RAM (6 GB recommended for large CONTACT instruments), USB 2.0 or more (cable included)

And then a video of the keyboardNative Instruments Komplete Kontrol S49 MK2

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S49 MK2 review

Arturia KeyLab MkII 61 White vs Nektar Panorama P6

The keyboard Arturia KeyLab MkII 61 White is usually 60 € more expensive than Nektar Panorama P6.

And then a video of the keyboard

Arturia KeyLab MkII 61 White

Nektar Panorama P6

  • 61 Velocity delicate keys with aftertouch
  • 16 Colour illuminated performance pads
  • 9 Faders
  • 9 Rotating control knob
  • LC-Display
  • Category function
  • Pitch and Modulation wheel
  • Chord and Transpose work
  • Transport buttons
  • 5 Expression Control inputs
  • 4 CV Outputs
  • 1 CV input
  • MIDI input and output
  • USB port
  • Input for outside power supply
  • Aluminium housing
  • System requirements: Windows 7 or MAC OS 10.8 or later, 4 GB RAM, 2 GHz Central Processing Unit, 7 GB free hard drive space for complete installing of the included pc software, DVD drive, web connection
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 875 x 297 x 53 mm
  • body weight: 7 kg
  • Colour: White
  • Includes Analog Lab pc software with more than 6500 sounds, Piano V and Ableton Live Lite
  • Weighted keyboard with 61 keys
  • With velocity and aftertouch
  • Pitch bend and modulation wheel
  • High-resolution 3.5″ TFT display
  • 16 Rotating control knob
  • 9x 45 mm Fader
  • 1x 100mm ALPS Motorized faders
  • 10 Configurable LED switches
  • 28 Freely configurable switches
  • 12 Attack and pressure-sensitive pads
  • 4 LED Mode switch
  • Connectors for sustain and phrase pedal
  • USB slot (computer) + USB Micro B (power motorized faders)
  • Profound connection to all or any popular DAWs incl. Cubase, Nuendo, Factor, Studio One and Logic Pro X
  • Dimensions: 990 x 330 x 101 mm
  • body weight: 7.71 kg

And then a video of the keyboardNektar Panorama P6

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Nektar Panorama P6 review

Arturia KeyLab MkII 61 White vs Akai MPK 261

The keyboard Arturia KeyLab MkII 61 White is usually 45 € more expensive than Akai MPK 261, but the difference is so small that this can vary..

And then a video of the keyboard

Arturia KeyLab MkII 61 White

Akai MPK 261

  • 61 Velocity delicate keys with aftertouch
  • 16 Colour illuminated performance pads
  • 9 Faders
  • 9 Rotating control knob
  • LC-Display
  • Category function
  • Pitch and Modulation wheel
  • Chord and Transpose work
  • Transport buttons
  • 5 Expression Control inputs
  • 4 CV Outputs
  • 1 CV input
  • MIDI input and output
  • USB port
  • Input for outside power supply
  • Aluminium housing
  • System requirements: Windows 7 or MAC OS 10.8 or later, 4 GB RAM, 2 GHz Central Processing Unit, 7 GB free hard drive space for complete installing of the included pc software, DVD drive, web connection
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 875 x 297 x 53 mm
  • body weight: 7 kg
  • Colour: White
  • Includes Analog Lab pc software with more than 6500 sounds, Piano V and Ableton Live Lite
  • 61 Semi-weighted keys
  • 16 MPC Pads with RGB lighting
  • 8 assignable knobs, sliders and switches each
  • Inputs for expression and sustain pedal
  • Arpeggiator
  • MPC Note repeat
  • MPC complete level
  • Tap tempo and time division
  • Backlit LCD indicator
  • DAW Integration through comprehensive transportation and parameter control
  • Assignable buttons for keyboard commands
  • 2 x Jack input for expression pedal
  • 1 x Jack input for sustain pedal
  • USB MIDI and 5-Pin MIDI in/ out
  • iOS Compatible with Apple Camera onnection kit (perhaps not included)
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 905 x 311 x 86 mm
  • body weight: 6.85 kg
  • Incl. Software downloads: Ableton Live Lite, Hybrid 3 by AIR Music Tech, SONiVOX Twist 2.0 and Akai Pro MPC Essentials

And then a video of the keyboardAkai MPK 261

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SK6CIGqGk8s

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Akai MPK 261 review

Where to buy the keyboard Arturia KeyLab MkII 61 White

Thomann

  • Free Shipping.
  • Full warranty. If you have any problems, they take care of everything.
  • 100% reliable payment.
  • Leader in trouble-free shipping.
  • Usually Best price.
  • Best Reputation: They are the leading online store in Europe and have the best catalogue and information.

Amazon

  • Free Shipping and possibility of shipping in one day with Amazon Premium.
  • Full Guarantee but they are no experts in music equipment.
  • Sometimes better price.
  • He’s got worse stock than Thomann.

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Review MIDI keyboard Swissonic EasyKey 61. Where to buy it?

I’ll tell you how this post is built. First I list the features of the Swissonic EasyKey 61 keyboard. Then you have a video or two, purchase links and useful comments from other users and then you have one of the most useful parts; comparison tables with similar keyboards so you can compare.

  • 61 Comprehensive size velocity keys
  • Aluminum housing with part panels made from plastic
  • Pitch fold and modulation wheel
  • LED Show
  • 1 Slider for volume control
  • 1 Programmable encoder
  • Octave key for the expansion regarding the ambitus
  • 1 pedal (The most important pedal of a piano or keyboard is the sustain pedal and is used to keep the note playing even if you stop pressing the key.) connector
  • 1 midi (MIDI allows you to do such wonderful things as connect the keyboard to the computer, record a soundtrack and with certain programs pass with a click what you have played to musical notes in a score. MIDI tracks store information from musical notes) out
  • USB powered
  • Compatible with Windows Vista, XP (at the time of SP1), Windows 7, Windows 8 and Mac OS X
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 980 x 210 x 68 mm
  • body weight: 5.74 kg
  • Incl. 1 m USB cable and Thomann Studio Starter Kit LE (software package with DAW software, software synthesizers and effects plug-ins)

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This keyboard usually has a price around 99.00 €

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Some comments from people who come to the forum about this model:

Comment:

I’m an amateur musician, so I knew forehand that I ended up being buying an entry level Midi Keyboard corresponding to my abilities and spending plan.

I use Swissonic exceptionally for the past 2 months

I’m trying to learn tips through this controller as well as for this purpose seems fine..Well built and accurate with regards to sensitiveness in playing.

But I think it does not have of features to your belated mapping abilities that almost all DAW’s offer nowadays.

I utilized to play with a budget mini keyboard having additionally 8 pads and 8 knobs. Although the mini keyboard lacked of quality and finally died, was undoubtedly alot more responsive to all of the DAW’s parameters.

I guess you simply can not have it all because of this amount of money!!

Comment:

I don’t expect much with this keyboard because of its price. My Roland midi died and I have been cost by it three times this cost 7 years ago.

To my shock and pleasure this is every bit as effective as my Roland for velocity sensitiveness and general feel. It really works completely with Reaper on my 7 yr old windows pentium 2 laptop with no latency, it works completely with my old midi devices such as for example my Roland JP 8080.

I know like my last keyboard it doesn’t have many knobs or features but the suits me fine as I won’t be gigging with this particular.

It is a tremendously solidly build keyboard gives me personally the confidence that it will last quite a long time. Interestingly good for an excellent cost.

Swissonic EasyKey 61 vs Akai MPK mini Mk2

The keyboard Swissonic EasyKey 61 is usually 11 € more expensive than Akai MPK mini Mk2, but the difference is so small that this can vary..

And then a video of the keyboard

Swissonic EasyKey 61

Akai MPK mini Mk2

  • 61 Comprehensive size velocity keys
  • Aluminum housing with part panels made from plastic
  • Pitch fold and modulation wheel
  • LED Show
  • 1 Slider for volume control
  • 1 Programmable encoder
  • Octave key for the expansion regarding the ambitus
  • 1 Pedal connector
  • 1 MIDI out
  • USB powered
  • Compatible with Windows Vista, XP (at the time of SP1), Windows 7, Windows 8 and Mac OS X
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 980 x 210 x 68 mm
  • body weight: 5.74 kg
  • Incl. 1 m USB cable and Thomann Studio Starter Kit LE (software package with DAW software, software synthesizers and effects plug-ins)
  • 25 Synth-Action keys
  • 4-Way joystick for powerful pitch/modulation adjustment
  • 8 MPC pads with note repeat
  • Arpeggiator
  • 8 Assignable control pods for mixing, plugIn-control and much more
  • 6.3 mm jack input for sustain pedals
  • Power supply via USB, power adapter not required
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 317 x 181 x 44 mm
  • Weight: 748 g
  • Including software program (downloads): Hybrid 3 by AIR Music Tech, SONiVOX Wobble and Akai professional MPC Essentials

And then a video of the keyboardAkai MPK mini Mk2

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Akai MPK mini Mk2 review

Swissonic EasyKey 61 vs Akai LPK 25

The keyboard Swissonic EasyKey 61 is usually 55 € more expensive than Akai LPK 25.

And then a video of the keyboard

Swissonic EasyKey 61

Akai LPK 25

  • 61 Comprehensive size velocity keys
  • Aluminum housing with part panels made from plastic
  • Pitch fold and modulation wheel
  • LED Show
  • 1 Slider for volume control
  • 1 Programmable encoder
  • Octave key for the expansion regarding the ambitus
  • 1 Pedal connector
  • 1 MIDI out
  • USB powered
  • Compatible with Windows Vista, XP (at the time of SP1), Windows 7, Windows 8 and Mac OS X
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 980 x 210 x 68 mm
  • body weight: 5.74 kg
  • Incl. 1 m USB cable and Thomann Studio Starter Kit LE (software package with DAW software, software synthesizers and effects plug-ins)
  • USB-MIDI Controller functions with almost any audio software
  • 25 Velocity sensitive mini keys
  • Arpeggiator
  • Sustain button
  • Octave down and up along with faucet tempo keys
  • Plug-and-play USB connection for Mac and PC requires no driver installation
  • completely fits in a new laptop bag or in a backpack
  • Four programmable memory banking institutions
  • computer software editor for Mac and PC included
  • Power supply via USB Bus – no importance of one more power supply
  • Dimensions: 9.65 x 34.04 x 2.79 cm
  • body weight: 0.635 kg

And then a video of the keyboardAkai LPK 25

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Akai LPK 25 review

Swissonic EasyKey 61 vs Swissonic EasyKey 49

The keyboard Swissonic EasyKey 61 is usually 30 € more expensive than Swissonic EasyKey 49, but the difference is so small that this can vary..

And then a video of the keyboard

Swissonic EasyKey 61

Swissonic EasyKey 49

  • 61 Comprehensive size velocity keys
  • Aluminum housing with part panels made from plastic
  • Pitch fold and modulation wheel
  • LED Show
  • 1 Slider for volume control
  • 1 Programmable encoder
  • Octave key for the expansion regarding the ambitus
  • 1 Pedal connector
  • 1 MIDI out
  • USB powered
  • Compatible with Windows Vista, XP (at the time of SP1), Windows 7, Windows 8 and Mac OS X
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 980 x 210 x 68 mm
  • body weight: 5.74 kg
  • Incl. 1 m USB cable and Thomann Studio Starter Kit LE (software package with DAW software, software synthesizers and effects plug-ins)
  • 49 Full-size velocity sensitive secrets
  • Aluminium housing with side synthetic panels
  • Pitch flex- and modulation wheel
  • LED Display
  • 1 Fader for volume control
  • 1 Programmable rotary encoder
  • Octave key to transpose the pitch associated with the whole keyboard
  • 1 Pedal connector
  • 1 MIDI Out
  • Powered by USB
  • Compatible with Windows Vista, XP (SP1 and greater), Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10 and Mac OS X
  • Dimensions (WxHxD): 825 x 210 x 68 mm
  • Weight: 4.77 kg
  • Incl. 1 m USB Cable and Thomann Studio Starter Kit LE (software packet with DAW software, computer software synthesizers, as well as impacts plugins)

And then a video of the keyboardSwissonic EasyKey 49

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Swissonic EasyKey 49 review

Swissonic EasyKey 61 vs Arturia Keystep

The keyboard Swissonic EasyKey 61is usually 12 € cheaper than Arturia Keystep, but the difference is so small that this can vary..

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Swissonic EasyKey 61

Arturia Keystep

  • 61 Comprehensive size velocity keys
  • Aluminum housing with part panels made from plastic
  • Pitch fold and modulation wheel
  • LED Show
  • 1 Slider for volume control
  • 1 Programmable encoder
  • Octave key for the expansion regarding the ambitus
  • 1 Pedal connector
  • 1 MIDI out
  • USB powered
  • Compatible with Windows Vista, XP (at the time of SP1), Windows 7, Windows 8 and Mac OS X
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 980 x 210 x 68 mm
  • body weight: 5.74 kg
  • Incl. 1 m USB cable and Thomann Studio Starter Kit LE (software package with DAW software, software synthesizers and effects plug-ins)
  • 32x Velocity-sensitive keys (Slimkey)
  • With aftertouch
  • Integrated polyphonic step sequencer
  • Up to 64 actions and 8 simultaneous records per step
  • 8-Mode Arpeggiator
  • Chord Play mode
  • Transport buttons
  • Pitch and modulation touch fader
  • Colour: White
  • Power connector
  • USB
  • MIDI In / Out
  • CV / gate output
  • Sync input and output
  • Sustain pedal input

And then a video of the keyboardArturia Keystep

If you want to know more about this option, click on the following link to see the Arturia Keystep review

Where to buy the keyboard Swissonic EasyKey 61

Thomann

  • Free Shipping.
  • Full warranty. If you have any problems, they take care of everything.
  • 100% reliable payment.
  • Leader in trouble-free shipping.
  • Usually Best price.
  • Best Reputation: They are the leading online store in Europe and have the best catalogue and information.

Amazon

  • Free Shipping and possibility of shipping in one day with Amazon Premium.
  • Full Guarantee but they are no experts in music equipment.
  • Sometimes better price.
  • He’s got worse stock than Thomann.

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