midiplus X3 mini -Key Controller, white

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midiplus X3 mini -Key Controller, white

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Pros & Cons

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Pros

Mini midiplus keyboards are a great size and form factor, virtually ideal. This is the best compact keybed i've found yet-- it feels close enough to full-sized but takes up the least-possible amount of space. This keyboard is far superior in quality t... Read More

Midiplus x3 controller is great so far! Perfect little minimal midi keyboard. Quality of build and feel of the keys on this model put it at the top of the heap.

Sturdy metal chassis, keys are just the right width for a mini keyboard. Keys are moderately quiet and they feel good in spite of being small. Nice to have a keyboard for quick use alongside my computer.

The midiplus x4 has a usb and 5-pin midi out port and sustain pedal 1/4 jack. It excels at controlling external hardware synths. Easy integration with garage band.

It's likely not noticeable. Kind of annoying, but certainly not a deal breaker. It only bugged me for a couple of days; now it is second nature to sometimes curl fingers slightly more so that my thumb reaches without issue.

Cons

This midi keyboard is ok if your just starting out and want something cheap. It will not be recognized by any midi software. Notes stick in sustain if you hit them, and the sustain pedal jack doesn't work. I will know if it is truly defective when i r... Read More

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Quality

The quality is amazing for the cost.

Nevertheless, i am quite pleased with the unit.

The quality isn't as high as i expected from the other reviews.

The keyboard outputs to usb and 5-pin midi simultaneously, with the caveat that program change messages are only sent via usb (i.

I had a name brand mini and really think the quality of this one is better.

The quality of the knobs and the feedback and the digital display.

Price

This is an awesome midi keyboard taking in consideration the price.

The overall feel is really good for a keyboard at this price.

Packaging/appearance

Though smallish, these 4 knobs have a really nice feel and resistance, too, with a non-slip coating.

The x3 mini fits nicely in the slide-out tray of a corner computer desk, while the x4 mini fits nicely on a 31 folding table on... Read More

I'm not even sure it's completely the hardware's fault.

Competitiveness

Solid metal casing and the keys are strong and have more rebound than the competitors.

Its competitors from m audio and alesis are perhaps just as nice, but have a higher price due to having substantial software pa... Read More

You will not find a better midi controller for the price.

As for cases:i looked all over for a case for this thing.

Overview

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This product had a total of 381 reviews as of our last analysis date on Jun 28 2022.

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Most positive review

This is an awesome midi keyboard taking in consideration the price. I don’t think there’s a keyboard with as many octaves for t... Read More

Most authentic review

I bought this keyboard to have 61 keys that I could play that would also fit on my desk. I tried a full size 49 key (Alesis QX ... Read More

I bought this keyboard to have 61 keys that I could play that would also fit on my desk. I tried a full size 49 key (Alesis QX 49), but it didn't really feel good to play and it wasn't as compact as it could be. I tried the Korg Nanokey, which is surprisingly good, but it was simply too limited for what I wanted. I almost went for the Korg 61 Microkey, but then I came across this. It was about $50 cheaper than the equivalent. So I gave it a try.It has a more interesting design than the Microkey in my opinion. It is white instead of black, touch sensitive mod and pitch pads instead of the typical wheels, and lots more leds, which i'm a sucker for. The casing is mostly metal, which is great, though there are a few plastic pieces at the ends. The knobs feel good, the buttons click well, and the fact that there are rgb leds under them is a nice surprise.What about the keys though? They are the most important part after all. I can say that I'm satisfied with them. The keys themselves are significantly smaller than full size keys, but I haven't had to adjust much to play it well. I should point out that I have small hands, so it is probably easier for me than some others. The key feel is nothing special, with a typical springy resistance, but I like them nonetheless. I prefer this feel to the Alesis QX 49 that this keyboard is replacing, although only by a small margin. I can't be sure, but I feel like I've noticed a slight rub with some of the keys. I'll come back to this review if this continues and it degrades the keys. It seems fine for now, and it doesn't bother me. The touch sensitivity feels about right, though it's no where near the correctness of my Korg Triton LE. The Triton is a hammer action keyboard though, so it's not really a fair comparison. For a spring resistance keyboard, the X6 does a good enough job. Ultimately, it's fun and enjoyable to play, and that's the most important part in my opinion. It's also been doing a perfectly good job recording to my DAW.If you are looking for a compact 61 key keyboard, I don't think you can beat this, and certainly not at its $100 price range. The build quality is surprisingly good, the keys feel good, and it has an attractive design. I think it will last, but I will revisit this review if it wears prematurely. Overall, I am very happy with this purchase. Read Less