The APC Key 25 mk2 is a versatile and compact MIDI keyboard controller that seamlessly delivers the power to perform and create anywhere, for the perfect combination of clip launching and composing in Ableton Live. Bring your original melodies, chord structures and layered harmonic ideas to life with APC Key 25. 

REASONS TO BUY

• Perfect choice for Ableton users

• A small but very functional package. 

• It's a controller monster with all those pads.

REASONS TO AVOID

• Keyboard feels cheap. 

Avatar EMK-25 is a portable midi controller for studio production, virtual synthesizer control and beat production. with 25 velocity-sensitive keys, 9 backlit, assignable, velocity-sensitive pads, 8 assignable Q-Link knobs for mixing, tweaking plug-ins, and a Unique thumbstick for dynamic pitch and modulation control. Built-in arpeggiator allows you to change rhythm, beat, pattern, octave and more to add a whole range of diversity to your ideas and melodies. 

REASONS TO BUY

• Bluetooth Connection

• Can be powered with batteries

• Comes with Cubase LE12 & Cubasis LE3 

• Unique joystick for dynamic pitch and modulation control 

REASONS TO AVOID

• 'Weak keys' if you want to play hard

• No program sofware

The M-VAVE SMK25 is a USB powered MIDI controller with 25 mini MIDI keyboard velocity-sensitive keys ,8 RGB backlit velocity-sensitive pads, 8 assignable rotary enconders, 2 Capactive touch stripes pitch bend to all your music studio plugins for mixing, tweaking synth controls and more

It's very compact and portable, and you can connect it wirelessly to your device with Bluetooth, built-in 2,000 mAh battery can work for about 16 hours. 

REASONS TO BUY

• Ultra Portable with Wireless connection

• Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity 

• Battery that lasts for 8+ hours 

• Power ON/OFF Button

REASONS TO AVOID

• Soft keys if you want to play hard

REASONS TO BUY

• C type USB port for easy connection

• A good combination of useful knobs and faders in one small keyboard

• Slim light design

• You can program the device without any program software

REASONS TO AVOID

• No additional softwares comes with the keyboard

The Impact LX Mini USB MIDI Controller Keyboard offers a host of realtime performance tools, including 2 independent Arpeggiator/Repeat engines, Nektar's "Part 2" feature for momentary setup changes, hyper-sensitive LED drum pads, joystick, foot-switch socket - and of course an expressive 25 note mini-keyboard with velocity. Add to that universal compatibility with any MIDI music software on Mac OS, Windows, iOS (requires optional camera kit) and Linux (requires installation of JACK and ALSA).  

REASONS TO BUY

• Excellent manuals and setup instructions.

• Some very useful extra capabilities

• Simple but effective, with well-chosen and reliable DAW controls.

REASONS TO AVOID

• It takes some practice to learn Nektarine (on the GXP).

• The programming scheme provides very little feedback or overview.

• Some competitors have better pedal connectivity.

Launchkey Mini is our most compact and portable 25-mini-key MIDI keyboard controller. It gives you everything you need to start creating in Ableton Live – and it’ll fit in your bag. Make tracks anywhere with Launchkey Mini’s intuitive Ableton control, creative arpeggiator, Fixed Chord mode, MIDI out, and tons of sounds in the box. 

REASONS TO BUY

• The arpeggiator and chord modes are great.

• Well designed and constructed.

• The components make configuration a cinch.

REASONS TO AVOID

• No MIDI adapter included. 

MPK mini mk3 is the third iteration of the world's legendary best-selling mini keyboard controller that redefined how a generation of creators makes music.

Everything the modern producer demands is here: Universal compatibility for instant integration with your favourite host music production application, its compact size makes it an ideal travel companion, its arsenal of pads and assignable controls let you take compete command of every aspect of your production.

REASONS TO BUY

• A new OLED screen provides real-time parameter feedback.

• MPC aftertouch velocity and pressure sensitive pads

• A fantastic software package.

• Knobs that rotate continuously.

REASONS TO AVOID

• Thumb stick isn't for everyone.

Find your own flow and enjoy making music with a plug-and-play MIDI keyboard that does it all. MiniLab 3 gives you easy controls, great-feeling keys, and a fully-integrated all-in-one software package that’s ready to get creative right out the box. 

With Analog Lab you have Instantly access hundreds of stunning sounds from V Collection & Pigments, including fat analog keyboards, lo-fi digital synths, lush atmospheric pads, and more. Whether you’re making trap beats or experimenting with ambient sound design, customize any preset with MiniLab 3’s controls, save your favorites, and explore a library that covers every genre and sound type. 

REASONS TO BUY

• Analog Lab Lite is amazing.

• Professional feelling keyboard.

• Pads with RGB and aftertouch

• Great craftsmanship.

REASONS TO AVOID

• The location of the pads are not ideal for sample/drum pad players