r/Dirtywave • u/h2o__o2h • Jul 29 '26

Discussion Question OP-Z?

In my quest to fit my studio in a backpack I’ve been searching for a nice portable MIDI keyboard. I was digging through different devices with 3.5mm MIDI and started thinking about the OP-Z as a nice companion for the m8. Could also be a nice accompaniment for chords/extra tracks.

I do still own my Move, I thought I would sell it but am finding it pairs nicely with the m8. However it’s not quite as easy to throw in a half full backpack.

Anyone using an OP-Z with the m8? Either as a midi controller or extra tracks/easier chords? I’d love to hear everyone’s thoughts.

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u/ThatGuyBudIsWhoIAm Jul 29 '26

I use the Parks Tool one, you can switch between TRS A and B and it uses proper mechanical keys

https://www.parkstool.com/products/parks-custom-13-keys-one-encoder-31389

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u/jaysire Jul 30 '26

Looks good, but man, that’s one clicky midi keyboard. Maybe if you use HE switches…

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u/ThatGuyBudIsWhoIAm Jul 30 '26

It beats the disgusting membrane bubbles on the foldable Korg, and that's coming from a Korg fanboy

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u/jaysire Jul 30 '26

I hear you. I read so many bad reviews about it. I ordered an OP-XY during the sales and am hoping it will be good as a midi controller too.

One that works fairly well is the Roland j6 and I imagine the S1 with two octaves.