BLIND TESTING THE CHEAPEST MIDI KEYBOARDS!

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  • @GrantStinnett
    @GrantStinnett 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4369

    I swear you must have had to cut out 3 hours of (questionably) witty banter to get this video so concise and smooth. Fun hang!!!

    • @stabgan
      @stabgan 4 ปีที่แล้ว +89

      But did you had the real knob time afterwards , if you know what I mean

    • @djbowlz2128
      @djbowlz2128 4 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      Way to take the most expensive one grant.

    • @EconaelGaming
      @EconaelGaming 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Get a bluetooth pedal, maybe you can use it for sustain

    • @BeNormanYo
      @BeNormanYo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Hey Grant, where can I get my hands on a hat like yours? 😁

    • @GrantStinnett
      @GrantStinnett 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      BeNormanYo I actually got it when traveling in CA. It says Mineral King CA on the side. I got it from a small tourist shop when passing through. Not sure how to find them online.

  • @addressadam
    @addressadam 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1809

    Cool tip for those with ableton but don't have pads. Record tapping on the table with mic. Right click, convert to midi. Turns out to be way more responsive than most pads.

    • @ShakeDat
      @ShakeDat 4 ปีที่แล้ว +83

      Hugely underrated comment

    • @fredlup607
      @fredlup607 4 ปีที่แล้ว +201

      Sorry, who the f**k is Albert Einstein? Did you mean Adam Davies?

    • @PaulTheSkeptic
      @PaulTheSkeptic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      What a cool trick. Does that really work? I guess it's good when you want those more extreme dynamics in your drums but it should take a lot of time to do the whole drum set.

    • @addressadam
      @addressadam 4 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      @@PaulTheSkeptic Yeah I usually tap out a few bars of what I want the grove of the song to be, so its not all in time with the grid and has some feel. and then you just use those notes to write the drum beat as you would usually.

    • @CuteTransGirlxD
      @CuteTransGirlxD 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      omg that's a cool idea

  • @shanebesselman5296
    @shanebesselman5296 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4889

    Andrew: Hey I blind test some new keyboards!
    Stevie Wonder: Hold my beer

    • @francescoideo9330
      @francescoideo9330 4 ปีที่แล้ว +168

      *beer spilling*

    • @user-hy8ld2zk6e
      @user-hy8ld2zk6e 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      IDrandomguitarcovers I was your 69th like. Remember me.

    • @dontwatchthatvideo3796
      @dontwatchthatvideo3796 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      @@francescoideo9330 this is the guiltiest laugh ive had in a while nooooooo LMFAO

    • @brianb.8028
      @brianb.8028 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Actually made me chuckle

    • @greatgradegaming9082
      @greatgradegaming9082 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sub to meamlous if your under arrest of the first half of this your under arrest of footage from the basement Johnny Mullins

  • @themandownstairs4765
    @themandownstairs4765 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1492

    Imagine some EDM producer doing a live performance and you bluetooth connect your Korg to their Ableton and play your own solo lmaoooo

    • @Sloomow
      @Sloomow 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      SAVE THE MILKS yes

    • @arnav4253
      @arnav4253 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Lol

    • @vaishnav_mallya
      @vaishnav_mallya 3 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      Plot twist: He's playing recorded music

    • @ChaosRayZero
      @ChaosRayZero 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @save the milks The opening synth-drums to Never Gonna Give You Up could work too. =^p

    • @ireadysucks3026
      @ireadysucks3026 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@ChaosRayZero on my electric drum set it has the exact synth drum toms that are in never gonna give you up so whenever I record with my bros I always just play the intro

  • @GrantStinnett
    @GrantStinnett 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2405

    Hey Andrew!! Thank you for having me over to hang and check out keyboards with you! It was great fun. I’ve been carrying that Korg keyboard literally around the world since you gave it to me when shooting this and have gotten great use out of it! Turns out that Bluetooth is the most convenient thing ever.

    • @TenisDimants
      @TenisDimants 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Great choice!

    • @marlin5213
      @marlin5213 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      OY ITS HIM

    • @MelonCawly
      @MelonCawly 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Noticed you guys used the MK2 not MK3 for Launchkey Mini, was wondering if you got to check it out, one thing that’s interesting about the MK3 for me is that it supports MIDI In/Out and actually added a Mod/Pitch Strip

    • @DangMclang5969
      @DangMclang5969 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Anybody tell me about the latency with Bluetooth and Ableton? Any lag at all? Just seems like a dream come true if it has little to no lag with wireless control

    • @tams805
      @tams805 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Is there a bluetooth sustain pedal or do you just make do with the button?

  • @b4nd1t61
    @b4nd1t61 3 ปีที่แล้ว +541

    STATS:
    -------------Keys---------------
    AKAI MPK - 6/10
    Alesis V25 - 8/10
    Aturia Minilab MK2 - 9/10 (Winner of Keys)
    Novation LaunchKey Mini MK2 - 7/10
    Korg Nanokey Studio - 7/10
    Axiom Air Mini 32 - 5/10
    -----------Pads----------------
    Axiom Air Mini 32 - 5/10
    Novation LaunchKey Mini MK2 - 8/10
    Korg Nanokey Studio - 9/10 (Winner of Pads)
    AKAI MPK - 7/10
    Aturia Minilab MK2 - 7/10
    Alesis V25 - 8/10
    -----------Knobs--------------
    AKAI MPK - 6/10
    Alesis V25 - 9/10 (Tied for Winner of Knobs)
    Aturia Minilab MK2 - 9/10 (Tied for Winner of Knobs)
    Korg Nanokey Studio - 7/10
    Axiom Air Mini 32 - 6/10
    Novation LaunchKey Mini MK2 - 6/10
    --------Pitch/Modulation---------
    Akai - Joystick
    Alesis - Wheels
    Arturia - Touch Strips
    Korg - X/Y Pad
    M-Audio - Buttons
    Novation - None
    -----Sustain Pedal Inputs-----
    Akai - Yes
    Alesis - Yes
    Arturia - Yes
    Korg - No
    M-Audio - No
    Novation - No
    -----Bonus Features-----
    Akai - Arpeggiator, Looper
    Alesis - 4 Reassignable Buttons
    Arturia - None
    Korg - Bluetooth, arpeggiator, chords, scales
    M-Audio -Transport Controls, more keys
    Novation - Ableton integrated buttons
    -----Build Quality-----
    Akai - 7/10
    Alesis - 9/10 (Tied for Winner of Build Quality)
    Arturia - 9/10 (Tied for Winner of Build Quality)
    Korg - 8/10
    M-Audio - 6/10
    Novation - 7/10

    • @ruaidhrigillen3075
      @ruaidhrigillen3075 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      What a guy

    • @xgalactixtoo
      @xgalactixtoo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Nice

    • @HealyHQ
      @HealyHQ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      The hero we need.

    • @elliotskunk
      @elliotskunk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      king, thank u

    • @RWaarden
      @RWaarden 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Not all heroes wear capes, some carry their compact midis

  • @DontBFlat
    @DontBFlat 4 ปีที่แล้ว +396

    "But also, like, you're not going to bring a sustain pedal to an airport or coffee shop."
    "Yeah. Actually I would."
    "Oh. OK"
    *Laughs*

    • @GrantStinnett
      @GrantStinnett 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      I really do! In the wise words of Christian Henson... I’m a sustain slut.

    • @weirdskyreallyweird.5519
      @weirdskyreallyweird.5519 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      The deadpan seriousness in which he said that was so funny.

  • @zerosiii
    @zerosiii 3 ปีที่แล้ว +272

    To anyone still looking for advice - go with the Arturia. The main purpose of these types of midi controllers will be the keys in >90% the situations, and you really want to have nice keys. I hurried up and went with the Launchkey mini MK3, because of the fancy utilities and many pads, and it has dog shit keys, you can't even play what you want with it. The 8 pads on the Arturia are more than enough, and the keys are the best out of all of these controllers

    • @PhreaSpirit
      @PhreaSpirit 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Except for knobs that are utter garbage and there are 16 of them.

    • @zerosiii
      @zerosiii 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@PhreaSpirit Eventually, Arturia keystep could even be a better choice for beginners, it has 2 and a half octaves, compared to just 2 that others have, which mind sound insignificant, but it will give you just enough space to add extension to your chords comfortably

    • @jyllr1373
      @jyllr1373 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      what do you think on akai mpk mini mk3?

    • @Will-qx9vm
      @Will-qx9vm 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Arturia Keystep has the worst keys Ive ever used, mushy and inconsistent

    • @zerosiii
      @zerosiii 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Will-qx9vm sure maybe, name a better one in the $100 range then

  • @Ryandgeorgi
    @Ryandgeorgi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1252

    "Do I get to enter the giveaway?"
    "Yeah"
    "Seriously?!"
    "No"
    😂😂😂

  • @mattferri1969
    @mattferri1969 4 ปีที่แล้ว +184

    Fun fact: 3 of these keyboards are from the same parent company
    Akai, Alesis, and M-Audio

    • @jellirby5015
      @jellirby5015 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Which company?

    • @mattferri1969
      @mattferri1969 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Jellirby the parent company is called inMusic

    • @craftyfish0
      @craftyfish0 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jellirby5015 Avid Technologies

    • @JUSTICE971
      @JUSTICE971 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I use Alesis

  • @isaacreyes1181
    @isaacreyes1181 4 ปีที่แล้ว +178

    The best place to get a midi keyboard is Goodwill, the employees don't know how much they're worth, so some really nice ones sell for around $30.

    • @chrisb6296
      @chrisb6296 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Got mine from a chazza rubbish bin

    • @taylorh79
      @taylorh79 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      "Doesn't even have a headphone port, wtf"

    • @sheepkillindog
      @sheepkillindog 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Taylor Handleton ha!

    • @violetraven9440
      @violetraven9440 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      that is a good idea i will see if i can buy something next time i stop by to drop some stuff off

    • @ry7hym
      @ry7hym 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      lmfao

  • @WASpectrum
    @WASpectrum ปีที่แล้ว +18

    This was super helpful. I love the plain and simple decision at the end. A lot of people we’ll say “well the best one depends on what you’ll do with it” and yeah, obviously. But it’s nice to get a straight up answer on which one is your personal favorite.

  • @tsg_frank5829
    @tsg_frank5829 4 ปีที่แล้ว +505

    Arturia Is definitely the one that gets more department covered, it's a seriously versatile keyboard.

    • @JoelMartinez
      @JoelMartinez 4 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      I'm a huge fan of the minilab ... for me it was the entry product, and 100% did the job I needed it for and more (the knobs really add to the expressiveness). I liked it so much that after a failed detour with a FB marketplace-acquired novation impulse, I eventually upgraded to arturia's Keylab mkii; which I am soooo happy with. Arturia can *build*

    • @CastleBallad
      @CastleBallad 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I have a kelab 49, and everytime I had an issue or question, the arturia guys were extremely helpfull and quick to answer. That goes a long way.

    • @Yuzuki1337
      @Yuzuki1337 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah, I wonder why they didnt test the Minilab Mk3 instead of the Mk2, it is such a good midi keyboard imo

    • @pesto12601
      @pesto12601 4 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      @@Yuzuki1337 Huh? There is no Arturia Minilab Mk3... you got some insider info bro?

    • @adi.mp3
      @adi.mp3 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Definitely. And they have the best software too.

  • @SIDEEYEmusic
    @SIDEEYEmusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +243

    Grant: you can’t live without MIDI keyboards in a production world
    Skrillex: lol

    • @musicbyvannexe
      @musicbyvannexe 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Even Martin Garrix

    • @zxp3ct3r41
      @zxp3ct3r41 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@bub303 not necessary

    • @happish5019
      @happish5019 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      bub you don’t really need midi keyboards to produce music. But they do make life easier tho

    • @jacksmith4460
      @jacksmith4460 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ahh Skrillex, ....to dub step ,what Bugsy Malone is to the Mafia (oooooo edgy lol)

    • @shinysky8119
      @shinysky8119 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      deadm4us : lol

  • @everybodyhasoul5438
    @everybodyhasoul5438 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    I think it should really be mentioned that the Arturia comes with Analog Lab Lite, which is a FANTASTIC program with a ton of desirable keyboard sounds of all types. Also, *Pro Tip* : As an existing Arturia customer, you will get a ton of good deals on both software upgrades and new software. I upgraded to a full version of Analog Lab for $30.

    • @Will-qx9vm
      @Will-qx9vm 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      No its not, it is laggy and eats up all the cpu

    • @everybodyhasoul5438
      @everybodyhasoul5438 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Will-qx9vm Never had that issue but I can imagine it would be CPU intensive.

  • @vaspers
    @vaspers 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Shocked (in a good way) at how quickly you guys ran through these midi keyboards. Happy to see Arturia Minilab mk II do so well. Thanks!

  • @loteknomad5032
    @loteknomad5032 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Really appreciate comparative reviews like this from an experienced perspective. Thanks!

  • @ruancoetzee9779
    @ruancoetzee9779 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I’ve been using an Alesia v49 for 2 years, it’s fantastic and everything still works great. Totally worth it for someone on a budget.

  • @firstnameIastname
    @firstnameIastname 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This was super helpful, I'm a long time classical piano player and been writing on FL studio for 20+ years since damn near original Fruity Loops versions back in late 90s-early 2000s. I'm gonna go with the Arturia :)
    Happy composing

  • @zachary1190
    @zachary1190 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks so much for making this. I've been wanting to get into music production for years, I just never had enough money to start. Now that I'm able to get everything I need, this was super helpful! It was overwhelming trying to figure out which controller to start with on my own, so thanks again! :)

  • @raphlesiamusic
    @raphlesiamusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +154

    My alesis' pads often trigger twice and apparently I'm not the only one having this issue

    • @aasquared8191
      @aasquared8191 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Same, cant get them boys to work properly :D

    • @EthanMarkWoodruff
      @EthanMarkWoodruff 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Same for me. It seems you have to hit them very hard.

    • @MalariaSucks10
      @MalariaSucks10 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ditto, ya just gotta get used to smacking those pads. I recall having some weirdness with its velocity when I first got it too. Apparently also a known issue that can be solved with some settings that should really be the default from factory. Besides those two things I love it.

    • @raphlesiamusic
      @raphlesiamusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@MalariaSucks10 the thing is that the alesis editor crashes for me so I can't edit anything lol

    • @NikkElektrik
      @NikkElektrik 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      What works for me is use 2 fingers to hit them. It seems like they press or release a bit unevenly. It makes it harder to do fast stuff with them if that's what you need, but for my use it fixes the problem. Small price to pay for an otherwise great keyboard, at this cost something has got to suffer anyway.

  • @mrsomebdy6978
    @mrsomebdy6978 4 ปีที่แล้ว +302

    *He brings sustain pedal to coffee shops and airports*

    • @jjh8367
      @jjh8367 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      TSA; WHOT IS DIS.
      SUSTAIN PEDAL

    • @flixxvvs
      @flixxvvs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jjh8367 the thingy that makes the piano tones go smooth and stay longer

    • @rubberscuomo
      @rubberscuomo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jjh8367 It holds the note, so it will continue to play after you lift the key.

    • @rubberscuomo
      @rubberscuomo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@flixxvvs Incorrect. See my above reply.

    • @flixxvvs
      @flixxvvs 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rubberscuomo ye thats kinda what i meant

  • @modernmusicstudio303
    @modernmusicstudio303 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What an fun way to test these out! Definitely made it more entertaining to watch. I think also when you remove how you see it versus the sound and feel of it that it can bring a different persective than what you would have had before. Great video!

  • @sielsounds
    @sielsounds ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Such a great video. LOVED the blind test! You sold me on the Arturia. I've been agonizing between that one and the Akai!

  • @filipilif
    @filipilif 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I own the Minilab and I'm absolutely in love with it, but Novation have really stepped up their game with Launchkey Mini Mk3, it has touch strips like Arturia's Minilab and also some impressive DAW controls

  • @althurdjerah
    @althurdjerah 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I loved this video, is super honest. I purchased my first midi controler a month ago and I opted for Arturia (the exact one you have in this video). What I actually like about it, beside being superb in design and features, actually it is sold along with other 3 things included in the price, the Analog Lab4 (which is amazing) Ableton live 10 lite and UVI Piano. Oh, and the wood inserts are so modern. 👍🏻

  • @clayfacethelegend1604
    @clayfacethelegend1604 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love how straight forward this is, another great vid, Andrew!

  • @black_hammer2789
    @black_hammer2789 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is my first time watching one of your videos, I smiled at the very first 10 seconds. Love the vibe, voice and vid structure. 👏🏾🔥

  • @m4riner
    @m4riner 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I got a Keystep last year and I'm never going back, it just feels so good to play. Arturia really knows how to construct their hardware.

  • @TheLoneRayven
    @TheLoneRayven 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I'm not sure if you've done a video like this Andrew but, a great video would be taking a controller with a number of pads and knobs and show how you personally go about mapping those controls in Ableton to best suit your producing.

  • @henrikpetersson3463
    @henrikpetersson3463 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm quite happy with my Arturia MiniLab MkII. The keybed is really good for such a small one and the knobs, pitch and mod works great.
    The only thing I'm not all that happy about is the pads. They miss a lot of triggers.
    But overall it's a really good keyboard! I still prefer the keybed and build quality of my old Roland PCR-1. But the Arturia has so many more useful features.
    Plus it looks great!

  • @ShrimpExpert
    @ShrimpExpert 3 ปีที่แล้ว +91

    Alternative title: “two guys talk about knobs for two minutes”

    • @YANtheONI
      @YANtheONI 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      👀

    • @siliaerdal
      @siliaerdal 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      i actually missed a bit more info about the knobs :(

  • @DirtyAncom
    @DirtyAncom 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    A thing you forgot to mention was the included software. I got the arturia keyboard just a few weeks ago, and I'm seriously impressed with analog lab lite. This keyboard and software single handedly made me become an arturia fan boy

  • @y0uyo
    @y0uyo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I have had the Arturia since like 2 months and it’s great. I highly recommend it.

  • @jlbenj01
    @jlbenj01 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nerding out is always great when it comes to music tech. I’m currently building my studio desk to fit the Alesis VI61 which is the big brother of the one you reviewed. It’s currently on my Amazon wish list so it was great hearing your thoughts since I want I for composing work, video games etc...

  • @jacksmith4460
    @jacksmith4460 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I bought a V25 a couple of years ago, because it was the cheapest and also I had heard good things about the Alessis drum kits, seems to have done pretty well in the shoot out, and being that I am a keyboard noob...still I think it was a good choice. Good to hear some more competent Keys musicians affirm my choice, thanks guys

  • @hellohiholaify
    @hellohiholaify 4 ปีที่แล้ว +460

    “Honestly on some of my hardware synthesisers I’m like, that is a nice knob”
    As a British person, I’d ask you to reconsider your phrasing.

    • @fiveoneecho
      @fiveoneecho 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I believe that was the joke

    • @undeadknight01
      @undeadknight01 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      What would you prefer? Willy?

    • @thatguy3718
      @thatguy3718 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He's a knob head

    • @hellohiholaify
      @hellohiholaify 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Cole Smith the comment was also intended as a joke, dear chap

    • @FromTheHeartMusic
      @FromTheHeartMusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I read this at the exact time he said it.

  • @neckcheese1356
    @neckcheese1356 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I think the clickiness of those Korg keys would drive me nuts. The Arturia looks really nice though, and I think I'm going to make that my first MIDI controller.

  • @Huntray
    @Huntray 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You have quickly become my favorite TH-camr and have helped so much in my understanding of music. I appreciate all the hard work you put into your videos keep it up man! You're a legend

    • @GrantStinnett
      @GrantStinnett 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Andrew is awesome isn't he?!

  • @patdevaughn4507
    @patdevaughn4507 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Literally needed this video today. Perfect timing.

  • @BobIrving2
    @BobIrving2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Don't forget the software that's included with the Arturia, including Analog Lab Lite. That was the deciding factor for me.

  • @spudthompson1434
    @spudthompson1434 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I have an Alesis and the Arturia, and midi mapping in Ableton is instantly usable with the Alesis, but with the arturia knobs they are a little more of a pain! :)

  • @DJURI
    @DJURI 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    love your videos, best part you get in quick don't waste time and your stuff makes sense, cheers!

  • @Mitchkit
    @Mitchkit 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a great review. I'm glad someone as well known as you made this video, as it's really quite informative as to what you get for what you pay.
    I personally use M-Audio's axiom air mini 32, the one shown on video and it's helped me so much in my time as a musician. It's not an amazing experiences but it's affordable for someone doing music entirely as a hobby.

  • @djwickit
    @djwickit 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Liked this vid! Btw I'd recommend Arturia Keystep, its my favorite. Its the only small one with aftertouch.

  • @lordaizen2684
    @lordaizen2684 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you man, I finally made my decision between minilab mkii and launchkey mk3 just from hearing this 9:53

  • @michaelwieland9236
    @michaelwieland9236 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I bought the Arturia MiniLab MKII a while back mostly for those 16 encoders! Pretty ideal for controlling volume and panning for 8 channels of while mixing in a DAW (or for live performance). Though not ideal for finger drumming the horizontal layout of those 8 pads make them perfect to act as mutes per channel.

  • @promemegod1173
    @promemegod1173 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bro that first edit of the guy other guy popping into frame is so smooth that’s amazing.

  • @fallwontbegin
    @fallwontbegin 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    8:04-
    I have had the Novation Launchkey for a while now, and due to certain circumstances, i did run over it with a car (accidentally).
    Suprisingly, it does still function like I got it new.

    • @ry7hym
      @ry7hym 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      wtf 😂

  • @crazycrafter5253
    @crazycrafter5253 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    One important thing that they missed is that the akai has 2 banks per its 4 different modes so it’s like u have 32 drum pads and knobs but u need to switch banks.

  • @loustancu3480
    @loustancu3480 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is such a great video! Ive been shopping around for a digital piano or MIDI keyboard for my home studio for the purpose of composition and experimentation and that Alesis looks close to ideal, especially with your appraisal and hoo boy you cant beat that price haha

  • @user-ue8xh6dl6m
    @user-ue8xh6dl6m 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for this video! I actually started making music related videos because of you and my first time in front of camera was me talking about the Arturia MiniLab. Thank you for being an inspiration!

  • @FerscMoses
    @FerscMoses 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'm using that Akai one - your' review is pretty spot on :P
    Not the best but pretty decent / got fairly quickly used to the feeling of the keys & pads / the short knobs I don't mind :)

  • @guitarism975
    @guitarism975 4 ปีที่แล้ว +89

    You should make a whole song by sampling only “you suffer” by napalm death.

    • @GDT1124
      @GDT1124 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      everyone like this

    • @ry7hym
      @ry7hym 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      oh thats the 2 or something second song right?

  • @JanGuzman
    @JanGuzman 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for this video, Andrew! It helped me a lot to choose my midi controller. I bought the Alesis V25 and it is the ideal one for me. Thanks for your videos, they are the best. Greetings from Mexico!

  • @marvintan
    @marvintan 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    A love your conversation at the end. 🤣

  • @EyedCrown
    @EyedCrown 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The Arturia is the best one I've ever tried. I love playing it.

  • @quintinadkins7575
    @quintinadkins7575 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is an awesome giveaway, wish I had been here a year ago! Also this is a great video, perfect for people just starting to produce

  • @elijahwoodonascooter9349
    @elijahwoodonascooter9349 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for making this video so straightforward

  • @zaneparkinson
    @zaneparkinson 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    As someone who owns two Novations Launchpads, I don’t have to worry about the pads on my Arturia MiniLab MKII. I’m extremely happy with my choice of MIDI keyboard over a year later and it was cool to see Andrew liked it the best.
    Also, the Analog Lab software included is pretty awesome.

  • @Zaubrer488
    @Zaubrer488 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    also, the Arturia software package is great.

  • @PommacX
    @PommacX 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    4:17
    Somewhere before that, you ate the cookie... I see you Andrew!

  • @Eblan85
    @Eblan85 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was incredibly helpful :D ! Love your channel!

  • @Roanoak
    @Roanoak 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    When your still rocking an Axiom 25 from 10 years ago along side your newer equipment... (it was my first Midi keyboard controller and it holds a special place in my heart, also still works perfectly).

  • @reytunez
    @reytunez 4 ปีที่แล้ว +592

    Best free midi device.
    My laptop keys😅

    • @reytunez
      @reytunez 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I mean the korg is a sweet design tho!😮

    • @hecko-yes
      @hecko-yes 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      if you're on a macbook you can even use the trackpad as an xy pad (or as sliders) with the right app

    • @ragminka
      @ragminka 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Tea

    • @reytunez
      @reytunez 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@ragminka i do not know of "tea" care to explain

    • @stabgan
      @stabgan 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      @@reytunez Tea pain , the singer

  • @elz8604
    @elz8604 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Grant should do audio books. Smooth voice, my dude

  • @thedanyesful
    @thedanyesful 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved the theme to 'knob time'. Good work!

  • @dromedda6810
    @dromedda6810 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i've had the minilab mk2 for few months now, really loving it!

  • @lesslethalmusic
    @lesslethalmusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    yo Andrew! first time i've been this early so hopefully you'll see this! watching your videos has really helped me continue being motivated in producing! thanks for everything!

  • @Ethan-yx3xd
    @Ethan-yx3xd 4 ปีที่แล้ว +136

    I wish you would've posted this a day earlier, I just bought the arturia.

    • @soslunnaak
      @soslunnaak 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      theres a comment right below yours saying that you can edit thr arteria's sensitivity with "controller soft" idk what that means but i hope this helps

    • @Ethan-yx3xd
      @Ethan-yx3xd 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@soslunnaak oh okay. Thanks

    • @mark7384
      @mark7384 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Soslunnaak Morokei prolly controller software if I had to guess

    • @LuckyFlesh
      @LuckyFlesh 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Using their "MIDI CONTROL CENTER" software (available on their website) you can alter how the MK2 is set up.
      You can assign notes, midi channels and functions to the pads and keys, as well as velocity curves, etc.
      I used it to assign MMCs (Midi Machine Control ) to the pads so I can control my DAW's Transport (Record/Stop/Play/etc) as the MK2 doesn't have built-in Transport controls.

    • @bergglobus2428
      @bergglobus2428 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The Asturia has awesome software

  • @WizardOfArc
    @WizardOfArc 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Damn - your editing chops are on fire!

  • @arand4
    @arand4 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Cool video.
    I own the Arturia for a year now and totally love it, it's the size of a old laptop, so it fits perfectly in the laptop pocket of my backpack, since I use the ipad to make music I don't need that pocket for anything else anyway.
    I'm glad to see that my month of research on 2 octave keyboards brought me to the same conclusion as andrew.

    • @sartorish
      @sartorish 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      arand4 What do you use for an iPad DAW?

  • @PiercingSight
    @PiercingSight 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    As someone that composes orchestral stuff, that Alesis looks really nice, especially for that price.

  • @PACKERMAN2077
    @PACKERMAN2077 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    That thumbnail makes him look like a CGI PS3 character with perfect plastic skin, I mean Andy is a beautiful man. 😘

    • @ezzong
      @ezzong 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      He looks like Kenshi from Mortal Kombat

  • @shvrp4197
    @shvrp4197 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I got the alesis 49 key awhile back when my m-audio stopped working. I’ve been really happy with it.

  • @israelrodriguez9962
    @israelrodriguez9962 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Andrew! Recently got a small bonus at the job and was already looking at the Alesis, butbwas having doubts. Perfect timing for this video to come out.

  • @evryflaremusic3243
    @evryflaremusic3243 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    4:47 THAT WHEEZE

  • @AndrewPRoberts
    @AndrewPRoberts 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That alesis is surprising, it's definitely on my radar now

    • @willcoomes2425
      @willcoomes2425 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Andrew P. Roberts I bought the V-61 and it’s really good although I dropped it a while ago and now the mobs are very stiff. Buy a good case before!

  • @Daltron5K
    @Daltron5K 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just recently found your channel, love it. Thanks for the amazing content. 🙏🏻♾💙

  • @lavender2288
    @lavender2288 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved the video helped me decide on the alesis ! Thanks a bunch

  • @AnymMusic
    @AnymMusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    me today: finally, my midi keyboard arrived
    Andrew: good for you, these are probably better value
    I mean ok I ordered a 61 key keyboard, but still

  • @DrummerGrrrl
    @DrummerGrrrl 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    New insult: "You're a shallow knob! The shallowest knob I've ever met!" LOL.

  • @MarlonKingShow
    @MarlonKingShow 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Deoends on purpose. I see your point with alesis however if you already have full keys then smaller keys is best as second keys on desk or for on the go.
    I just ordered the novation but mk3 which pretty much fixed the missing features.
    Cool review though. Thanks

  • @ArthurTheEagle
    @ArthurTheEagle 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I think I'm in love with that Alesis, I love the design, it seems to be the perfect beginer keyboard, I think I'm buying it!

    • @totallycow9103
      @totallycow9103 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm gunna get it too :) If you already have it tell me what u think!

  • @CreativeWeirdName
    @CreativeWeirdName 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I was actually fairly surprised at your thoughts on the Alesis. It was my first midi keyboard (outside of full size keyboards) and when i went into guitar center, I bought it because if was the cheapest of the keyboard that fit my regulations (which was literally just full size keys). but i was always curious if i would have preferred one of the slightly more expensive keyboards. but hearing your thoughts made me a little more confident in what i chose

    • @calebnash5467
      @calebnash5467 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I don’t know where to find it, I looked it up and it was $300 aud ($214 usd). Is there a link for it or anything?

  • @muffbit8735
    @muffbit8735 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    After watching this, im really happy that i bought an Arturia yesterday.

  • @jdpjamesp
    @jdpjamesp 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loving the bottle of Laphroaig in the background. Good choice!

  • @ForTheRecordOfficial
    @ForTheRecordOfficial 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the video! Thinking about picking up the Arturia Minilab soon for my music.

  • @joman1339
    @joman1339 4 ปีที่แล้ว +460

    stop
    knob time

    • @clevername15
      @clevername15 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Jose Mejia not funny didnt laugh

    • @galacticgui2305
      @galacticgui2305 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      You really "hammered" that one home...

  • @westonkenyonmusic
    @westonkenyonmusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I'm still living without a MIDI board.

  • @eggktenkto7595
    @eggktenkto7595 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is just what I needed thanks bro❤❤

  • @thomashumphreycreative
    @thomashumphreycreative 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have the Alesis V49 and it's great! I don't play the piano, but this MIDI keyboard makes music production much easier and fun!

  • @kitty-yt2ct
    @kitty-yt2ct 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Rewatched the 300,000 note song still love it
    Can you make a 2,000,000 note song?
    ^-^

  • @wontonsoup7500
    @wontonsoup7500 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is literally the most convenient timing for posting this. I am literally looking right now for a budget keyboard.

  • @MrJaapdeboer
    @MrJaapdeboer 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was super helpful, thank you so much!

  • @benodaboy
    @benodaboy 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've got a launchkey mini
    Pad 2 triggers for no reason when I'm hit some other pads.
    Solved the problem with some neoprene on the bottom.
    Still a great buy for small desk keyboard. Small, neat portable. Fits in my computer bag.

  • @ZukunftBilden
    @ZukunftBilden 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Is Novation launchkey mini mk3 or the akai mpk mini mk2 better - if you work with ableton live10? (why?)

    • @yungbroc
      @yungbroc 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      on ableton you can assign all the knobs and pads of a midi keyboard to almost every adjustable parameter available in your project (assuming ableton recognizes them). so i think it should mainly come down to which midi keyboard has the better workflow for yourself.

    • @JESchomb
      @JESchomb 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      launchkey mini mk3 has integrated ableton functions that you would have to set up yourself on the akai mini mk2. true, both can pretty much do the same thing if you really want them to, but the big benefit to the lk mk3 is that you don't have to spend the time assigning everything when you get it. you can just plug it in and have the full support. it also allows you to have complete control over session view in ableton. you don't have to have your hands on your laptop at all and can create an entire song in a matter of minutes using only the launchkey mini because of this. also important for you to know that Andrew didn't review the mk3 in this video, he was reviewing an older model and the mk3 has a ton of great improvements. Launchkey Mini mk3 is 100% better for ableton live 10, but both are good mini keyboards that are pretty similar.
      I'd suggest looking up some videos of people using both and see which you think you'd like more.
      source: my roommate for the last year and a half uses an mpk mini mk2 that I've had plenty of experience using, and I recently bought a launchkey mini mk3.

  • @michabaryczka568
    @michabaryczka568 4 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Can you make like addition to this video with Novation Launchkey MK3?
    It has:
    -Touchstrip mod and pitchwheel
    -Sustain pedal input
    -Arpeggiator with "deviate" and "mutate"
    -Fixed chord
    -Midi output with jack
    And amazing Ableton support

    • @zb7561
      @zb7561 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Michał do you have a launchkey? I have the 49key mk2 and think it’s pretty awesome but the pads are hella stiff

    • @michabaryczka568
      @michabaryczka568 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@zb7561 Sadly, no. I was thinking about buying mk3 but I change hobby.

    • @vlusky_husky
      @vlusky_husky 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@michabaryczka568 to?

    • @michabaryczka568
      @michabaryczka568 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@vlusky_husky making maps in CS:GO

  • @fripsebibs
    @fripsebibs 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i was looking into the akai mini play, with the built in sounds. i think im gonna buy it

  • @hkkrishna207
    @hkkrishna207 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best video ever seen for these types of content.....luv×♾