Korg nanoKEY2 - Slim-Line USB MIDI Controller (White)
The nanoKEY2 from Korg is an ultra-compact and low-profile USB-MIDI keyboard controller that can fit perfectly in front of a laptop or desktop computer keyboard. Using a single USB cable, the 25-key controller offers impressive control while conserving valuable set-up space.
The keys are velocity sensitive. Modulation and sustain, along with octave and pitch shift buttons are also provided. The key board is USB bus powered and with the appropriate connector kit (not included) the unit is compatible with Apple's iPad.
Downloadable software provides for custom configuring the keyboard's response, and licenses are provided for 3 virtual instruments to allow immediate music creation.
- Low-profile, 25-key USB-MIDI keyboard
- Compact, but fully featured USB-MIDI controller
- Advanced-design keybed offers improved accuracy and velocity-sensitive keys
- Perfect for a mobile setup using a notebook computer
- 4 velocity curves available for custom configuration
- Modulation, octave up/down, pitch up/down buttons
- Sustain button, ideal for entering piano parts
- USB powered
- Korg Kontrol Editor software (available on Korg's website) allows the user to choose from three velocity curves or fixed velocity, and specify the control change messages transmitted by the modulation button and the sustain button
- Can function with the iPad via Apple's iPad Camera Connection Kit (not included), providing MIDI control using Apple Core MIDI features
| Keyboard Zones | 25 keys, velocity sensitive with 4 velocity curves |
| Presets | No |
| User Memory | No |
| Controllers |
1 x Pitch Up Button 1 x Pitch Down Button 1 x Modulation Button 1 x Octave Up Button 1 x Octave Down Button 1 x Sustain Button |
| Output | 1 x Mini USB |
| Inputs | No |
| Display | Power indicator |
| Power Requirements | USB bus power (less than 100mA) |
| Dimensions | 12.8 x 3.3 x 0.7" (325 x 83 x 17mm) |
| Weight | 0.54 lbs (245g) |
| System Compatibility |
Mac OS X 10.4.7 or later Windows XP SP3 (32-bit) or later, Vista SP2 (32- and 64-bit) or Windows 7 (32- and 64-bit) |
| Specialties | Plug and play |
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Pros
- Compact
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
Comments about Korg nanoKEY2 - Slim-Line USB MIDI Controller (White):
This is my first Korg product.
I got Korg's all 3 white Slim-Line USB MIDI Controllers. It all started with iMS20 app. I needed small sized midi controllers. Korg's Slim-Line was the perfect choice.
Lets describe the product:
The nanoKEY2: its very light to carry around, and easily fits in any bag. Great when travelling. The unit and the keys are made out of plastic and have a clean solid feel. I was initially afraid the unit might feel like a "toy" keyboard, but when I got it I was satisfied with it. I must say that in the pictures the keys appear bigger and wider in size, however in reality they are almost finger-width wide. It will take some practice to get used to. The keys are velocity sensitive (also editable using the Korg editor software) and responsive. They do produce a very light "click" sound when you hit them, but they are not annoying. I have read elsewhere that Korg worked on improving the keys in nanoKEY2 over the previous generation which really sounded as if you were typing on a PC!! Either way, that's fine with me, remember you are using a Slim-Line USB MIDI Controller not a piano!!
Finally, there are mini buttons on the right: octave(+/-), pitch(+/-), sustain, and modulation (also editable using the Korg editor software to match your DAW software or music app.)
Pros
- Compact
- Good velocity control
- Small and lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Portable editingplaying
Comments about Korg nanoKEY2 - Slim-Line USB MIDI Controller (White):
Great for what it is: an extremely portable music controller, not a replacement for a full-size keyboard controller but an augmenting controller for portable use. I take it with me everywhere, so I can drop tracks into my iPad easily.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
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- One (1) Year Warranty
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