Best selling MIDI controllers

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1. IK Multimedia iRig BlueTurn

Musicians who play according to digital sheet music know the strains of "turning the page" on the iPad/iPhone only too well. If you don't have someone at hand to take on this task for you, you have no choice but to do it yourself and have to interrupt the game. This is not only annoying during rehearsals, but also during a performance. Thanks to the iRig BlueTurn from IK Multimedia, the page turning problem is out of the world. The Wireless Pageturner is controlled with the feet so that you can turn the page without interrupting the play/presentation/conducting. Apps that make it possible to read electronic sheet music on a tablet, iPhone, iPad, etc. shoot like mushrooms out of the ground. The advantage of such an app is that you don't have to carry a pile of paper or lose valuable notes somewhere. In addition, if you try to turn a single harmless page on the music stand, the leaves fly around your ears. With the iRig BlueTurn, you don't have to let go of your instrument to turn the page. The compact, sturdy, lightweight foot pedal conveniently flips to the next page with a single press of the foot. With the iRig BlueTurn, IK Multimedia demonstrates great sensitivity with regard to musicians. That's why they know you're often in the dark. For this reason, the two buttons were illuminated. This way you know exactly where the keys are, even if it is dark on stage or casts some unfavourable shadows. Bluetooth 4.0 not only ensures that the Pageturner is wireless, but also that power consumption is low. 

What our customers think

Pro

  • Easy to operate
  • Turning pages works without any noticeable time delay
  • scrolls reliably

Contra

  • if the batteries last for a year, i see nothing negative....
  • could be even cheaper
  • No Windows drivers

2. Akai MPK Mini MK4

The AKAI Professional MPK mini IV Black is a compact MIDI keyboard controller designed for modern music production. This portable instrument features a third-generation keyboard with 25 velocity-sensitive keys, eight velocity- and pressure-sensitive MPC pads with RGB backlighting, as well as dedicated pitch and modulation wheels. The controller includes a colorful display, eight assignable knobs, and comprehensive transport controls for direct operation. Advanced performance tools include scale and chord modes, as well as an improved arpeggiator with pattern functionality. With dimensions of approximately 33 cm in width, 16 cm in depth, and 4 cm in height, and weighing around 500 g, this controller offers professional functionality in a portable format. Constructed with durable materials including a plastic housing and rubberized controls, the MPK mini IV ensures reliable performance for music production, composition, and live performances. The device connects via USB-C and is compatible with most popular digital audio workstation programs. The black surface maintains a professional appearance, while the compact design ensures easy transport and setup in various environments. This controller is ideal for musicians, producers, and hobbyists seeking a comprehensive MIDI solution without compromising on portability or professional features. 

3. novation Launchkey 25 Mk4

The Novation Launchkey 25 is a versatile DAW controller equipped with essential creative tools. To enhance the creative process, it features a synthesizer-like keyboard and 16 sensitive pads with polyphonic aftertouch. Smartly arranged functions provide extensive DAW integration, allowing you to play various software instruments and drums, trigger clips, and easily control mixers, instruments, and effects within your DAW software.

The Launchkey 25 MK4 includes a customizable arpeggiator, three chord modes for quickly creating chord progressions, a scale mode that keeps you in the right key, and a chord recognition feature that displays the current chord on an OLED screen.

Launchkey offers powerful, tailored integration with software such as Ableton Live, Logic, Cubase, Reason Studios, FL Studio, and Ardour. This integration allows for complete control over transport functions, timeline navigation, mixing, EQ, and other tasks, as well as triggering clips and adjusting parameters for instruments and effects. 

4. novation Launchkey 37 Mk4

The Novation Launchkey 37 Mk4 is a compact MIDI controller that is ideal for creative musicians and producers. With 37 synth-style keys, it offers a versatile playing surface suitable for both composing and live performances. The controller features a USB-C port for easy connection to computers and other devices. Additionally, it includes a MIDI output and a connection for a sustain pedal, enhancing its flexibility in use. The Launchkey 37 Mk4 is not only user-friendly but also seamlessly integrates with popular Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs), making it a valuable tool for any music creator.

- Arpeggiator with an eight-step sequencer for creative melodies
- Support for 30 scales for playing chords with just one finger
- 16 pads with aftertouch and trigger functions
- Easy integration with popular DAWs like Ableton Live and Logic Pro
- Compact design for easy handling and transport. 

5. novation Launchkey Mini 25 Mk4

The Launchkey Mini 25 Mk4 by Novation is a compact MIDI controller specifically designed for creative musicians and producers. With its 25 mini synth-style keys, it offers a user-friendly interface that allows for quick and intuitive creation of melodies and harmonies. The controller is ideal for use in various digital audio workstations (DAWs) and enables seamless integration with popular software such as Ableton Live, Logic Pro, and FL Studio. The ability to play chords with just one finger across 30 scales opens up new creative possibilities. Additionally, the Launchkey Mini features a powerful arpeggiator and an eight-step sequencer, making music composition and arrangement easier. The 16 pads support aftertouch and trigger functions, enhancing interactivity and expressiveness while playing.

- Compact design with 25 mini synth-style keys
- 30 scales for playing chords with one finger
- Integrated arpeggiator with eight-step sequencer
- Seamless integration with common DAWs
- 16 pads with aftertouch and trigger functions. 

6. Arturia MiniLab 3 White

MiniLAB 3 is a compact keyboard and pad controller that allows users to make music instantly. With its plug-and-play creative workflow, versatile assignable controls, and 500 curated sounds from the extensive Analog Lab library, MiniLAB 3 is designed to provide beginners and professionals alike with a smooth music workflow, regardless of music genre. 

What our customers think

Pro

  • Lots of software
  • Looks very high quality
  • Processing and appearance

7. Teenage Engineering EP133 K.O. II 128MB

The EP-133 K.O. II is a portable and powerful MIDI controller that functions as a synthesizer, sampler, and composer. With 128 MB of memory, it offers a variety of features that allow users to capture sounds from their environment and creatively manipulate them. The revamped sequencer and new Punch-in 2.0 effects enhance the user experience, enabling quick transformation of ideas into tracks. The built-in speaker and the option to operate via USB or battery power make it a flexible companion for musicians and composers. The EP-133 K.O. II is ideal for creative minds looking to efficiently bring their musical ideas to life.

- 128 MB of storage for extensive sound libraries
- Revamped sequencer for improved usability
- New Punch-in 2.0 effects for creative sound design
- Built-in speaker for instant playback. 

8. Teenage Engineering EP–133 K.O. II

The EP133 K.O. II is a portable and powerful synthesizer, sampler, and composer. It features a completely revamped sequencer, brand new Punch-In 2.0 effects, and a workflow that allows you to move from idea to track faster than ever before. 

What our customers think

Pro

  • Simple operation
  • a different approach
  • Hundreds of YouTube tutorials

9. Akai APC Key25 MK2

The APC Key 25 Mk2 is a versatile and compact MIDI keyboard controller that allows you to perform and compose anywhere. It offers the perfect combination of clip launching and composition in Ableton Live. Bring your original melodies, chord structures, and harmonic ideas to life with the APC Key 25 Mk2. 

10. Akai MPK Mini Plus

The MPK Mini keyboard line has revolutionized portable music-making for producers and beatmakers around the world. The new MPK Mini Plus builds on this innovation by giving musicians full creative control. Its advanced connectivity links all preferred studio devices for complete and enhanced hardware integration in a compact 3-octave design. Despite its small size, the MPK Mini Plus offers extensive controls that manage a variety of functions. Eight velocity-sensitive MPC drum pads with RGB backlighting not only serve as the backbone for playing dynamic beats and programming drums but also for assigning program changes and triggering additional CC parameters. For the first time in an MPK Mini, there are dedicated transport controls for full integration with the preferred DAW. 

What our customers think

Pro

  • Very compact
  • Simple operation
  • Touch-sensitive keys

Contra

  • Receive nothing
  • Software: no MacOS Editor for programmes (ticket pending with manufacturer)
  • Pads not dynamic
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