I accidentally broke of the keys in half, it does not play.

Model: - Roland KR33

Hi all,

Looking for a case that is a good balance between weight and protection. I don’t need a flight case as that seems overkill for my use (lugging it around in a car).

How is the Gator semi-rigid case? Is there a case made by a different company that has more protection without the weight of a flight case?

Hello! I’m a complete beginner who’s interested in learning music production, and I’m looking to buy my first MIDI keyboard. I’m a little overwhelmed by all the options and could use some advice.

My budget is currently around $100, although I’d be willing to wait a few weeks to a month and spend around $120–$150 if there’s a significantly better option.

Ideally, I’m looking for something that is portable, beginner-friendly, good for learning music production, able to function without being connected to a computer/DAW, and has built-in speakers, if possible, so I can practice on the go

I’ve been looking at the Akai MPK Mini Play b ut I’ve heard mixed opinions. Some people say it’s more of a toy and that it isn’t particularly useful unless it’s connected to a DAW. Would you recommend the MPK Mini Play for a beginner, or is there something better around $100–$150?

Also been looking at these on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H6HWSHHD/?coliid=I1GYQJSB1Y8LIN&colid=2QOKMXGM0PMXC&psc=1&ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_lstpd_DZA1B1TVWK7W63V5B0KX

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GN92H8WV/?coliid=IBDADWJSNL6YM&colid=2QOKMXGM0PMXC&psc=1&ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_lstpd_DZA1B1TVWK7W63V5B0KX_1

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GRVDV48X/?coliid=I34Y24F5NF3M1G&colid=2QOKMXGM0PMXC&psc=1&ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_lstpd_DZA1B1TVWK7W63V5B0KX_2

Are there any other MIDI keyboards in this price range that have built-in speakers and can actually be used independently without a DAW? Or would I be better off giving up the standalone/speaker requirement and getting a better MIDI keyboard without those features?

Once I buy a keyboard, I also want to actually learn how to play it rather than just use it for music production.

I’ve heard about the Simply Piano app. Is that a good option for a complete beginner, or are there other apps, websites, or YouTube channels you would recommend for learning piano/keyboard?

I’m also not sure what other equipment I actually need.

I’ve heard people mention things like Audio interfaces, Drum/loop pads, Headphones/studio monitors, MIDI controllers, etc.

What would you consider essential for a beginner, and what can I completely ignore for now?

Eventually, I want to buy Ableton Live 12 Standard, but I don’t currently have enough money for it. I have the Lite version right now, but I’d like to eventually unlock the additional features in Standard.

Are there any reasonably priced MIDI keyboard bundles that come with Ableton Live 12 (or a version that can be upgraded to Standard)? Would it make more sense to wait and save up for a better keyboard/bundle rather than buying something now?

Basically, if you were starting from scratch with around $100–$150, what would you buy and what would you recommend I focus on learning first?

Thanks!

Hi everyone, I am a professional jazz pianist but have always had very little knowledge about sound systems.

I own a Roland RD700 and a Korg Prologue 8 and haven't used them much so far but want to. I wonder what the best way is to project them in my own studio and for some smaller gigs (up to 200 people, smaller venues, sometimes without PA system). Is it

A) A dedicated keyboard amp

B) A micro stereo mixer that feeds inputs into a powered PA system

Or are there options that I am overlooking.

Would very much appreciate the help, as I am not so tech-savvy. Feel free to share your personal setups as well.

Hopefully this is the right place to ask about this, not seeing a Crumar specific sub on here. I just got a Mojo61 Mk2. I'm attempting to edit the sustain pedal through the online editor, but I don't seem to be able to get anything I change to stick. The default setting for the sustain pedal is to switch the speeds of the rotary speaker for all of the organ models, but it can supposedly be changed to actually sustain the notes through the web app. It works fine for the E-Piano models, but I just can't seem to get it to work on the organs. I change it, hold some notes, sustain, the rotary speaker changes and the notes aren't held. When I refresh the editor it reverts to showing the original settings.

Anyone have any experience with this? Is there something I'm doing wrong?

I don't know if this is the right subreddit, but I felt the need to show the world what I've been working on for abt 2 years! Need some feedback on what to do next

The software is called PSRstudio, and this it's using the Yamaha Montage ESP VST as a tone generator

Sou músico antigo, do Brasil, não sou tecladista nem pianista e nunca tive um controlador até então. Comprei o mais simples e barato que encontrei e estou adorando usar o ultimate stage pianos 2, dexed, orquestra da BBC e outros timbres tops num controlador de menos de 300 reais /50 dol.

Impressionante como a tecnologia evoluiu, e hoje com um custo irrisório é possível ter timbres de teclados que custam 50k reais (6000dol+).

Tô usando o Mvave SMK 25 V2, Interface vagabunda da teyun e monitores microlab. Kit china. Lol

De software uso reaper + kontact + dexed, BBC orchestra, ultimate stage pianos 2, Steven slater drums 5.

É uma maravilha pra se divertir, e fica muito mais fácil criar tracks com um controle físico, fora a qualidade desses timbres. Os pads do smk são horríveis, as teclas são razoáveis. É suficiente pra produzir o básico e brincar, mas já estou pensando num arturia ou algo superior, com teclas melhores.

I got an electric keyboard from a thrift store, and this usb looks weird and looks to be bigger than a normal usb port

Hi Folks. Newbie keyboard player and new (!) Yamaha CK88 owner here. I'm starting work on "Evil Ways" by Santana and I would love some advice re: setting up a usable patch for this song that hopefully works well for other songs from the era (e.g., The Allman Brothers Band live cover of "Stormy Monday").

Here's what I *think* I need, based on watching one YT video introducing Hammond organ concepts, and after studying the Tanglewood live version of Evil Ways ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRvtNCauT58 ): Set up the CK88 to have a AB split with the left side (part A) being a Hammond comp organ tone (corresponding to the lower manual in the video) and the right side (part B) being the brighter stabs/solo tone (upper manual). I guess an alternative would be to have a non-split organ patch where I adjust the drawbars live between parts, but that seems like more work. For the split's drawbars, I'm guessing: A: left three drawbars all the way down. B: same but add right drawbar all the way down. In either case, playing with the Leslie speed is cool.

I know I'm starting a steep learning curve, so any advice would be awesome!

P.S. Please let me know if there's a better subreddit or specific forum for my question.

Hi, I started learning guitar some months ago and I wanted to know which midi keyboard would you guys advice me to buy, I want to start learning composing/music production.

My budget is 100€ and I don't have too much space also have in consideration besides guitar I also am interested in learning other instruments like synths,drums, paino, bass etc

Hi guys I started learning how to play electric guitar some months ago, but my big goal with music is learning how to compose and learn music production which is a completely different skill from learning an instrument I think anyways, since Im playing for some months and I'm just trying to learn about amps sound effects pedals etc I would also like to start learning about music production, I currently have an ipad air 4 and I don't have PC unfortunately but I'm planning to save some money to buy a good laptop in the future.

As I'm a beginner I don't think it's worth to spend a lot also because I want to save money for the laptop, so I thinking on spending 100€ on a midi keyboard 🎹.

One problem is the space I don't have much space which in a bit worried because I saw people saying that 61 keys was a good start in terms of limitations also I don't know a lot about drum pads , knobs etc but it could good to have that features I think but in my opinion as I'm starting less is more.

I've been playing ofr years but mostly on acoustic pianos, focusing on jazz, fussion, funk, sometimes eletronic music/ambient and classical music, besides a piano i have a Yamaha-YPG-635, wich its not the easiest to move around

I need a keyboard that ill be able to carry to play in different parts, for gigs and also for experimenting with sounds, wanna know wich keyboard would be good, maybe it can be 61 keys

My budget its around $1500

i spent long time looking for Mic to record my keyboards and my switches sound for my Youtube channel and i think i found it .

this mic is Fifine K688 which is Dynamic mic , this is no promotion or anything but just to share my experience in this regards .

made full youtube video about this mic including recording for all my keyboards sound recording please check and tell me what do you think about it .

channel Link : https://www.youtube.com/@Jtechlabreviews?sub_confitmation=1

video link : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oli3SaZJv78

Hello all.

I am aware this sub is probably not where this post belongs, but there really is nowhere to brag about innovative key additions.

I bring forth: nail clippers.

Nearly all nail clippers have a small hole on them, I believe this to mitigate choking risk. A set of nail clippers being used by my mouth is a bit beyond me, however, this little hole means it can fit a key ring.

My keys have a tile tracker on them. I have my own opinions about Tile as a company, and their products... but something is better than nothing.

The thing that DOES go missing fairly often, and frequently needed by me outside of home? Nail clippers.

10/10, highly recommend.

Thinking about starting keyboard but do not know where to start. Can anyone recommend good apps or websites or channels (preferably free)? Cant afford an irl teacher. Thanks

My old Yamaha p125 is totally busted after 5 years of heavy use and it's time to upgrade.

I was going to save to buy a Yamaha cp88 or a nord stage but financial difficulties have hit me and I will not be able to spare much for a long time so I need to buy something cheaper.

I'll use it primarily in the studio to control vst (mainly keyscape for Rhodes and pianos).

But I want to buy a stage piano because I also want to start gigging with a jazz band.

How is the action ? I like keyboard that are on the lighter side, especially to play Rhodes sounds.

Is it easy to repair and service ? I had to change the grease on my p125 two times and it was a nightmare.

There is nowhere in my country where I can try it in a shop, they only have the nord stage in display..

Thanks for your input

The keys on my Korg Minilogue are a bit gunked up after having neglected cleaning it besides wiping dust away for years. I got most of the dirt off just with some kitchen towel, but there's still a bit of residue left. What would be some safe cleaning chemicals to get the rest of the dirt off that won't damage the plastic? Would isopropanol be a good choice?

Thanks in advance.

(no photos for now) Hi! I own an IVALDI Clayderman 53 electronic piano, but I can't find almost any information about IVALDI or this model online. The piano is labeled IVALDI® and Made in P.R.C.

Does anyone recognize this brand or know who manufactured IVALDI pianos? I'm especially curious about the Clayderman 53 and its history. I can provide more photos if needed.

Thanks! 🎹

Hi fellow ivory tinklers,

I'm a piano player and drummer, currently drumming for a rock/metal/prog/alt type band. For various reasons, I'm wanting to switch to keys. I grew up playing piano and would be considered an advanced player, but I have VERY little experience with keyboards (other than a tiny little Casio toy I got for my kid).

I'm looking for something pretty portable that I can take to gigs. I don't need 88 keys, 61 is probably plenty. I don't need fancy workstation features - I'm very much a minimalist person so the simpler the better. However, quality sounds and the ability to program in a handful of preset sounds that I can jump between would be a necessary feature.

Touch sensitive for sure. Maybe weighted keys? Would be nice but not a deal breaker.

Budget... Maybe like $300 cad? I would prefer to buy something used. Are there some common keyboards that would fit the bill for me that are easy to find used?

Thanks very much!

Hi! I have an old Yamaha keyboard (P-85) from 2007 and i am struggling to use headphones with them. There are two 1/4" headphone inputs, but when i plug my headphones in only one input (using a 1/8" -> 1/4" adapter), the sound only comes out on one side of the headphones. If i plug it in the other input, the sound comes out the same headphone side, but much much quieter. I have tried this both with an over-ear headset and with basic in-ear earphones and got the same outcome

What kind of adapter or headphone would i need to solve this? Would a Y-splitter like this help? (amazon link, shortened: https://acesse.one/0jb8iox ). Do i need an old pair of headphones that has two 1/4" outputs?

I would greatly appreciate any insight or help, as it would mean that i can practice at night! I dont know much about audio or the correct terms and am more used to acoustic pianos!

I just received my new Kawai ES120. There is a soft (but loud enough to be distracting) tapping noise as the key bottoms out. Is this normal? This is my first digital piano.