How to Effectively Shop For A MIDI Keyboard   by D Grossy

in Entertainment / Music    (submitted 2011-08-04)

You know you need a very good MIDI Keyboard if you are creating music on your computer. If you are in the market to buy this one, then there are a few important things you need to put into consideration. There are many of brands from which you can choose from depending on your requirements and budget. One major thing that you need to decide on before getting your personal MIDI keyboard is the size of the equipment. There's a wide range of keys on the market that also determines the size - 88, 76, 61, 49, 37, or 25. Most end users would suggest the 49 - it's an intermediate size which may provide you the range you need with the simplicity. Because of its size, you won't have to worry on the space and storage.

Needless to say, you will most likely encounter people who will recommend getting the 88. But you have to anticipate the price as it can be more expensive than the 49. Choosing a MIDI keyboard could be complicated however you don't need to make mountain out of a mole hill. It will also be easier to come up with the decision if you answer these questions: What will you use it for? Will you be doing small range compositions only? Do you plan to bring the MIDI keyboard on the road? If you will be doing real composition then perhaps a full 88 is for you. But in some cases, even if you do full composition and development you might still finally end up getting a MIDI keyboard using a smaller number of keys since you might wind up creating short sections or instrument specific music instead of a full music concerto. Thus that won't necessarily require a full 88 keyboard. As long as you have the appropriate knobs and sliders for a wide range of effects, then you must be good to go. There are softwares that can help you as well.

Space is additionally a concern especially if you have other instruments competing for space. Evaluate the measurements of your studio to know if you have indeed enough space for a full 88 keyboard. Prices are also a concern although the awesome thing is MIDI keyboards are less expensive than an electronic piano. Whatever you decide on so long as it is able to meet the standards of outputs that you require, then you should have made the perfect choice.

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