Experts recommend Arturia Keylab 88 MKII more than M-Audio Oxygen 49 MK IV
As of 15 Jan 2025, experts prefer Arturia Keylab 88 MKII over M-Audio Oxygen 49 MK IV, but both MIDI Controllers have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Arturia Keylab 88 MKII received 2 recommendations: from Keyboard Kraze (5 Jan 2025) and Sweetwater (15 Apr 2024). By contrast, M-Audio Oxygen 49 MK IV received only 1 recommendation from Music Critic (16 Feb 2024).
| Rank | Change | Price | MIDI Controller | higherhz.com  | guitarandmusicinstitute.com  | Gearank  | Keyboard Kraze  | Sweetwater  | Equipboard  | Music Radar  | Music Critic  | Prime Sound  | The Guitar Junky  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | - | $999 |  Arturia Keylab 88 MKII The Arturia Keylab 88 MKII is a highly praised MIDI controller keyboard that offers a realistic piano playing experience, versatile control options, and a wide range of connectivity, making it a valuable tool for musicians and producers in both studio and live performances.
| - | - | - | 9 | 10 | - | - | - | - | - |
| 46 | N/A | $299 |  M-Audio Oxygen 49 MK IV | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 6 | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 5 Jan 2025 Keyboard Kraze ranked Arturia Keylab 88 MKII as #9
Rank MIDI Controller Comment ... ... ... #9 out of 13 Arturia Keylab 88 MKII Best 88 Key MIDI Controller... ... ... Source: keyboardkraze.com - On 15 Apr 2024 Sweetwater ranked Arturia Keylab 88 MKII as #10
Rank MIDI Controller ... ... #10 out of 12 Arturia Keylab 88 MKII ... ... Source: www.sweetwater.com - On 16 Feb 2024 Music Critic ranked M-Audio Oxygen 49 MK IV as #6
Rank MIDI Controller ... ... #6 out of 10 M-Audio Oxygen 49 MK IV ... ... Source: musiccritic.com
After counting and adding up the 88 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Arturia Keylab 88 MKII outranks M-Audio Oxygen 49 MK IV. This is not to say that M-Audio Oxygen 49 MK IV is a bad option. Like Arturia Keylab 88 MKII, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Arturia Keylab 88 MKII is mentioned by key experts in Jan 2025, while M-Audio Oxygen 49 MK IV is not.
| Rank | Change | Price | MIDI Controller | higherhz.com | guitarandmusicinstitute.com | Gearank | Keyboard Kraze | Sweetwater | Equipboard | Music Radar | Music Critic | Prime Sound | The Guitar Junky |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 [10]
Total expert reviews: 10
- with a score: 4
- without a score: 6
| Highest score by strongmocha.com | 100 |
| Average score based on 10 reviews | 90 |
| Lowest score by Doom Squad Music | 68 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
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| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [4]
Total expert reviews: 4
- with a score: 2
- without a score: 2
| Highest score by GuitarFella | 98 |
| Average score based on 4 reviews | 94 |
| Lowest score by Music Radar | 90 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
From Seller:
- 88 note Fatar TP/100LR keybed
- High quality, aftertouch, velocity sensitive, hammer-action, piano feel keyboard
- 16 RGB-backlit performance pads
- Control bank with 9 faders and 9 rotary knobs
- Please note: stand not included
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From Seller:
- Compact, ultra portable performance keyboard controller with 49 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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