Take Your Music Making Mobile With the MX Keys Mini
The MX Keys Mini will allow you to make music on the go. This keyboard with ten keys was designed in response to requests for smaller versions of the renowned MX Keys.
It is equipped with three functions to make working remotely during the Covid-19 pandemic much easier - a dictation key, mute button and an Emoji key.
Size
Keyboards and synthesizers come in different sizes for keys. These include "mini" keys, numerous "slim" keys, and full-size keys. Each of these keys have a distinct design and feel. However, what's most important is the whole package, not just how many keys there are or whether they're full-size or miniature.
For example, there is the Casio SA 51, which has 100 sounds and 50 rhythms yet remains smaller in size than other models. It's also portable and is a great practice instrument. In the same way, the MicroKorg XL has smaller arrow keys but larger space, enter and right shift buttons. It is all dependent on your needs and the importance portability has to you.
Sound
Full-size keys. "Slim" keys. "Mini" keys. They all have slightly different meanings, and this could have a significant effect on the way the keyboard feels. We've designed this handy chart of the key size to help you compare.
In mini keys , our top pick is the iRig Keys Mini. It's a great choice for musicians on the go, or for anyone else who wants to practice at home, at work, or wherever you want. The keyboard is portable and light, and it uses Bluetooth wireless technology to connect to your mobile device. It comes with a variety of accessories such as an sustain pedal that can be used to add the appearance.
This model has 500 onboard sounds that are professional quality and a loop mixing function. You can use it to compose your own music or as controller software to other DAWs or hardware synthesizers. The keyboard is specifically designed for beginners with a user-friendly interface to help you start.
It also includes a USB keyboard receiver that connects to your laptop or computer, and allows you to connect any keyboard compatible with it to control your DAW, with zero latency. It comes with a variety of essential music software including AAS Session Bundle and Softube Time & Tone. Also included is the exclusive Spitfire audio LABS - Expression Strings instrument.
Functions
The MX Keys Mini has a lot of functions packed into its small frame. It has dual keys for Mac and Windows so you don't have to be concerned if you switch between laptops at home and work (a usual practice when the coronavirus outbreak was in full force).
This keyboard comes with many useful features, such as a system mute key that is compatible with all of your apps and conference software. It also has an emoji key as well as a dedicated dictation key for hands-free typing.
The layout of the MX Keys Mini still feels quite good, despite the fact that it has lost quite many keys to help it fit in its shape and size of 65, with the cursor jets being squeezed into a laptop-style double stack, and the function row narrowed to allow for a delete key. The only real downside is the absence of a Touch ID fingerprint scanner and the Back button, which activates the backlight, which can be distracting when typing in the dark.
Portability
If you're planning to carry the keyboard and compose music, you require a compact keyboard that will be lightweight enough to fit into your bag for gigs or backpacks. It should also come with useful functions that will aid you in recording your musical ideas when inspiration strikes while on the move.
If your mini-keyboard is exposed to water, take it off the battery right away and clean it with a tissue. After drying it completely then replace the battery. If the key fob isn't able to function after this, it might have been reprogrammed, and you'll need an original replacement key to reset the device.
iRig Keys Mini, an 25-key MIDI Controller designed to go wherever your mobile lifestyle takes you. It's small enough and compact enough to fit into the back of a backpack or bag and is loaded with powerful software which will allow you to transform mobile ideas into full-blown tracks.
The keyboard is available in graphite, rose or gray with a pale shade, and comes with 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. For example, you can pair it with tablet, laptop or a desktop PC to record notes, and then switch to a different device like your smartphone for writing or editing and posting to social media.