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Take Your Music Making Mobile With the MX Keys Mini
If you want to take your music-making device on the go, the MX Keys Mini is worth looking into. This keyboard with ten keys was designed in response to requests for smaller versions of the popular MX Keys.
It comes with three functions that allow remote access during the Covid-19 pandemic a lot easier It includes a dictation key as well as a mute button, and an emoji key.
Size
There are a number of different sizes of keys on synths and keyboards. These include "mini" keys, a variety of "slim" keys and full-size keys. Each one have a different design and feel, but what's important is the total package - not just the number of keys and if they're mini or full size.
For example, there is the Casio SA 51, which boasts a total of 100 beats and 50 sounds, yet remains smaller in size than other models. This makes it easy to carry around and is an ideal practice instrument. The MicroKorg XL has smaller arrow keys, but more space, enter and right shift buttons. It all depends on your requirements and how important portability is to you.
Sound
Full-size keys. "Slim" keys. "Mini" keys. All keys have distinct meanings, and can be a major influence on how the keyboard feels. We've put together this handy chart of the size of keys to help you compare.
The iRig Keys Mini is our top choice in this category. It's a great choice for musicians who are constantly on traveling, or else who wants to practice at home, in the office or wherever you'd like. The keyboard is light and portable, using Bluetooth wireless technology to connect to your mobile device. It is also equipped with a range of accessories, including a sustain pedal for added expression.
This model comes with 500 onboard sounds of pro-quality and a loop mixing function. You can use it to compose your own music as well as controller software to other DAWs, or hardware synthesizers. The keyboard has been designed with simple functions for those who are new to the field.
It also comes with it with a USB keyboard receiver that connects to your laptop or computer, and allows you to plug in any compatible keyboard to control your DAW with zero latency. It even comes with a range of essential music software - AAS Session Bundle, Softube Time & Tone and the exclusive Spitfire Audio LABS - Expressive Strings instrument and Novation's Launchkey Lite.
Functions
The MX Keys Mini has a lot of features packed into its small frame. It comes with dual keys that work for Mac and Windows for instance, so when you're switching between laptops at home and work (a typical practice during the coronavirus pandemic) you don't need to worry about accidentally pressing the wrong button or adding gibberish to your open document.
The keyboard also has a number of useful features, for example, the system mute key that works with all your apps and conference software. It also has a separate keyboard for dictation and an emoji keyboard to allow hands-free dictation.
The layout of the MX Keys Mini still feels quite good, despite the loss of quite some keys to make it fit into its 65% form factor as well as the cursor jets being squeezed into a laptop-style double stack, and the function row being narrowed to allow for deletion keys. The only downsides are the lack of a Touch ID fingerprint scanner and the Back button which turns on your backlight, which could be distracting while typing in dark.
Portability
If you're looking for a small keyboard that you can use to compose music and carry around, you should pick one that is small enough to fit comfortably into your backpack or gigbag. It should also have useful features that allow you to record musical ideas on the move.
If your mini keyboard is exposed to water, immediately take it off and clean it off with an electronic or paper towel cleaner. After drying it completely you can replace the battery. If the key fob won't function after this, it might have been reprogrammed and require an original replacement key to reset the device.
iRig Keys Mini is a 25-key MIDI controller that is designed to go with you no matter where your mobile life takes you. The Key Lab and compact enough to fit into bags or backpacks and yet it's loaded with powerful software which will enable you to turn your mobile ideas into full-blown tracks.
The keyboard comes in graphite, rose, or light gray, and features white LED-backlit buttons. Logitech has designed the MX Keys Mini with artists and busy professionals in mind well, and it offers numerous ways to pair devices for seamless multi-device use. For instance, you can pair it with a laptop, tablet or a desktop PC to record notes, and then switch to a different device such as your smartphone for writing or editing your notes, and then posting to social media.