Ask HN: What MIDI micro/nano keyboard(s) do you like? (Electronic music)

I’ve tried CME Xkey 25 (the USB wired version) and Korg Nanokey 2. The CME device would be my dream keyboard, especially at the price (US 125), with full-size keys and even per-key aftertouch. (Key travel is minimal; it’s a low-height device.) However it has had some reliability problems with a key, and eventually with the USB cable. I’m finally admitting that I need to replace it. The Korg is incredibly tiny, cute, and works fine … but the keys are just buttons. But it’s ideal for carrying around with an iPad, super cheap, and so far reliable. The velocity sensitivity is good enough to be usable. So I need to replace the Xkey 25. What other highly portable keyboards have people enjoyed using? I’m hoping for something not much longer than the width of a laptop. Thanks.
Story Published at: August 19, 2022 at 03:49PM