Experts prefer Arturia KeyLab 61 Essential over M-Audio Oxygen 61 MKIV
On 15 Jan 2025 (1 year ago) we went through 88 MIDI Controller expert endorsements .
Currently, Arturia KeyLab 61 Essential received 1 endorsement from Gearank (3 Jul 2024). Meanwhile, M-Audio Oxygen 61 MKIV did not receive any endorsements this month.
| Rank | Change | Price | MIDI Controller | higherhz.com  | guitarandmusicinstitute.com  | Gearank  | Keyboard Kraze  | Sweetwater  | Equipboard  | Music Radar  | Music Critic  | Prime Sound  | The Guitar Junky  |
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| 35 |
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Arturia KeyLab 61 Essential The Arturia KeyLab 61 Essential MIDI Controller is a versatile and portable controller with a range of features, making it a reliable option for musicians and producers in both studio and live settings. | - | - | 4 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| N/A | N/A | Check price |  M-Audio Oxygen 61 MKIV | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 3 Jul 2024 Gearank ranked Arturia KeyLab 61 Essential as #4
Rank MIDI Controller ... ... #4 out of 9 Arturia KeyLab 61 Essential ... ... Source: www.gearank.com
As can be seen below, in Jan 2025 neither Arturia KeyLab 61 Essential nor M-Audio Oxygen 61 MKIV were recommended by key experts who publish MIDI Controllers recommendations.
| Rank | Change | Price | MIDI Controller | higherhz.com | guitarandmusicinstitute.com | Gearank | Keyboard Kraze | Sweetwater | Equipboard | Music Radar | Music Critic | Prime Sound | The Guitar Junky |
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| 1 | - | Check price |  Akai MPK Mini MKII 25 The Akai MPK Mini MKII 25 MIDI Controller is a compact and versatile option for musicians and producers looking for a portable and affordable MIDI controller for creating electronic music and controlling parameters in music production software. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| 2 | - | $99 |  Akai MPK Mini MK3 The Akai MPK Mini MK3 is a highly regarded MIDI controller that offers a range of features and functionality, including 25 mini-sized keys, programmable knobs, and a compact and lightweight design, making it a reliable and versatile option for musicians and producers. | - | - | - | - | 5 | 2 | 2 | - | - | - |
| 3 | - | Check price |  Akai Pro MPK249 The Akai Pro MPK249 is a MIDI controller keyboard with 49 semi-weighted keys, a range of controls, and excellent build quality, making it a reliable choice for musicians and producers. | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | - | 3 | - | - |
| 4 | - | $109 |  Arturia MiniLab MkII The Arturia MiniLab MkII is a compact and portable MIDI keyboard controller with 25 mini-sized keys, 16 assignable knobs, and USB connectivity, making it a versatile option for musicians and producers on-the-go. | - | - | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 4 | - |
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Expert reviews [4]
Total expert reviews: 4
- with a score: 0
- without a score: 4
Expert reviews [1]
Total expert reviews: 1
- with a score: 0
- without a score: 1
From Seller:
- EXPRESSIVE CONTROLLER WITH A FOCUS ON WORKFLOW: Durable, yet stylish, KeyLab Essential is an easy keyboard controller that adapts to your needs, your style and your workflow, so you can make music just the way you like it. It combines the immediacy of an advanced controller, the expressivity of a classic instrument, and massive sonic versatility with the included software.
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From Seller:
- Compact, ultra-portable performance keyboard controller with 61 full-size, synth-action velocity-sensitive keys and on-board pitch bend and modulation wheels for expressive performances
- 8 velocity-sensitive trigger pads for beat production and clip launching; 8 assignable knobs and 9 assignable faders for manipulating virtual instruments, DAW parameters and plugins - on-board LCD screen provides instant parameter feedback
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