Take Your Music Making Mobile With the MX Keys Mini
The MX Keys Mini will allow you to make music on the go. The tenkeyless keypad was designed in response to the requests of customers for a smaller version.
It has three functions that make working remotely during the Covid-19 pandemic easier - a dictation key as well as a mute button, and an emoji key.
Size
There are a variety of different sizes of keys on keyboards and synths. These include "mini" keys, various "slim" keys and full-size keys. Each key has its own unique shape and feel. But what's important is the whole package, not how many there are or whether they are full-size or miniature.
For instance, there's the Casio SA 51, which has a total of 100 sounds and 50 rhythms, but is smaller than alternative models. It's therefore easy to transport and makes an ideal instrument for practice. The MicroKorg XL also has smaller Arrows, but has more space to move right and enter buttons. So it is dependent on what you want from your keyboard and the degree to which portability is essential.
Sound
Full-size keys. "Slim" keys. "Mini" keys. All of them have slightly different meanings, and can affect the way a keyboard feels. We've created this handy key size chart to help you evaluate.
In this category, our choice is the iRig Keys Mini. It's ideal for musicians who are on the move, or anyone else who wants to work at home, the office or wherever else you'd like. The keyboard is lightweight and portable and utilizes Bluetooth wireless technology to connect to your mobile device. It is also equipped with a number of accessories, including an sustain pedal to provide more expression.
The model is equipped with more than 500 high-quality onboard sounds and loop mix features to create your own songs or use it as an input device for other hardware synths or DAW software. The keyboard is designed for beginners with simple functions to assist you in your first steps.
It comes with it's own USB keyboard that connects to your computer, laptop or tablet. This allows you to plug any keyboard compatible into the receiver to control your DAW directly. www.thekeylab.co.uk includes a variety of essential music applications, including AAS Session Bundle and Softube Time & Tone. Also included is the exclusive Spitfire audio LABS Expression Strings instrument.
Functions
The MX Keys Mini is a compact keyboard that comes with many features. It features dual keys for Mac and Windows so you don't need to worry if you switch between laptops at work and home (a normal practice when the coronavirus outbreak was in full swing).
This keyboard also has many other useful features like a system mute key, which works across all your apps and software for conferencing. It also comes with a dedicated to dictation button as well as an emoji keyboard to allow hands-free typing.
The layout of the MX Keys Mini is still excellent, despite the fact that it has lost a number of keys to accommodate its 65% space. The cursor jets have been squished together into the shape of a laptop double stack and the function row has been narrowed in order to accommodate the Delete button. The only drawbacks are the absence of a Touch ID fingerprint scanner and the Back button which turns on the backlight, which can be distracting when typing in the dark.
Portability
If you're in search of a mini keyboard that you can use to compose music and take around, pick one that is small enough to fit comfortably into your backpack or gigbag. It should also come with useful features that will help you capture your music ideas when you are in the mood.
If your mini keyboard becomes exposed to water, immediately remove the battery and clean it using a paper towel or electronic cleaner. After drying it completely then replace the battery. If the key fob doesn't work after this, it could be reprogrammed and will require an original replacement key to reset the device.
iRig Keys Mini, an 25-key MIDI Controller is designed to be carried wherever your mobile-based lifestyle takes you. It's small and compact enough to fit in bags or backpacks and is loaded with powerful software that will enable you to turn your mobile ideas into full-blown tracks.
The keyboard is available in graphite, rose and light gray, and also has white LED-backlit buttons. Logitech created the MX Mini with busy creatives and professionals in mind. It has multiple ways to connect devices to enable seamless multi-device work. You can pair it to tablets, laptops or desktop PC to record notes and then switch to your smartphone to edit, compose and post to social media.