Korg MICROKEY237 37-Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller - Portable Music Production for Home Studio, Live Performance & Travel (Black)

Product Description

The microKEY USB MIDI keyboard family has expanded! The microKEY is a compact USB MIDI keyboard that’s ideal for the musician who wants to assemble a convenient and compact music production system. All models feature the acclaimed velocity-sensitive Natural Touch mini-keyboard found on instruments such as the microKORG XL+ and microARRANGER. In addition to the existing 37-key model, the lineup has been expanded with the addition of a supremely portable 25-key model, and a five-octave 61-key model designed for performing keyboardists. Natural Touch mini keyboard Slim, lightweight, USB bus powered, and compatible with all computer-based music software, the microKEY is a great way to create your production setup. The microKEY features the velocity-sensitive Natural Touch mini-keyboard that was acclaimed on instruments such as the microKORG XL and the microARRANGER. The proportions of the black and white keys has been adjusted for optimal playability, easy chording, and rapid phrase work; careful attention has been paid to the touch and playing feel. Take Control Octave Shift buttons are provided on all models. Using the UP/DOWN buttons allow you to shift the octave the appropriate number of steps for each model so that, when used in conjunction with the Key Transpose function, the full range of notes in the MIDI specification can be covered. As for the array of controllers needed for boosting the expressive power of your performance, the 37- and 61-key models feature a pitch bend wheel and modulation wheel. USB versatility (37 key, 61 key) Your new microKEY serves double-duty as a USB hub. The two USB ports (Type A) allow you to expand your custom control center by adding on a Korg nanoPAD2 or nanoKONTROL2 – or any other USB device! KORG KONTROL Editor Using the KORG KONTROL Editor software (provided), you'll be able to customize the microKEY for your setup. You can choose from eight velocity curves plus fixed velocity (a total of nine types), and also specify the control change number of the modulation wheel or joystick. iPad compatible! You can connect the microKEY to your iPad and to control apps such as the Korg iMS-20 via MIDI. If you're using the 25-key model, Apple's iPad Camera Connection Kit and a USB cable is all you need. For the 37/61-key models, you just need to connect them via a USB hub that can supply power. Technical Specifications Keyboard Natural Touch mini-keyboard. micro: KEY-25 ＝25 keys; microKEY-37 ＝37 keys; microKEY-61 ＝61 keys Controllers microKEY-25 ＝Joystick, arpeggiator button, Sustain / TAP button; microKEY-37/61 ＝Pitch bend wheel, Modulation wheel Octave Shift microKEY-25/37 ＝-4~+4. microKEY-61 ＝-3~+3 Connections microKEY-25 ＝ USB: Type B (x1). microKEY-37/61 ＝USB: Type A (x 2); Type B (x1) Power USB bus power Power Consumption microKEY-25 ＝ Less than 100mA; microKEY-37/61 ＝ Less than 500mA Dimensions microKEY-25 ＝15.55 in x 5.16 in x 2.09 in; microKEY-37 ＝22.24 in x 5.47 in x 2.13 in; microKEY-61 ＝33.46 in x 5.47 in x 2.13 in. Weight microKEY-25 ＝1.43 lbs; microKEY-37 = 2.21 lbs; microKEY-61 ＝3.77 lbs.