Neither M-Audio Keystation Mini 32 nor Nektar Impact GX61 were recommended by experts this month
On 5 Apr 2024 (19 days ago) we went through 86 MIDI Controller expert endorsements , however neither M-Audio Keystation Mini 32 nor Nektar Impact GX61 were included in any of those recommendations. Since neither MIDI Controller received a single endorsement, as far as expert recommendations go, it's technically a tie. We do, however, recommend taking a look at Akai MPK Mini MKII 25 or other critically acclaimed MIDI Controllers of this month.
For reference, Akai MPK Mini MKII 25 received 4 endorsements this month, from Music Critic (7 Jan 2023), The Guitar Junky (17 Mar 2019) Prime Sound (15 Feb 2024) and 1 other.
Rank | Change | Price | MIDI Controller | Music Radar | Gearank | Keyboard Kraze | Music Critic | The Guitar Junky | Spy | E-Home Recording Studio | Digital Piano Judge | Prime Sound | Consordini |
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1 | - | $92 | 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 | 1 |
N/A | N/A | $112 | M-Audio Keystation Mini 32 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
N/A | N/A | $130 | Nektar Impact GX61 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Curious to see this month's entire MIDI Controllers ranking? It's here
Rank | Change | Price | MIDI Controller | Music Radar | Gearank | Keyboard Kraze | Music Critic | The Guitar Junky | Spy | E-Home Recording Studio | Digital Piano Judge | Prime Sound | Consordini |
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1 | - | $92 | 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 | 1 |
2 | - | $349 | 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. | - | - | - | 3 | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
3 | - | $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 | - |
4 | - | $110 | Novation Launchkey Mini 25-Note | - | - | - | 8 | 5 | - | - | - | 2 | - |
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Expert reviews [1]
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- without a score: 1
- Compact MIDI controller to fit in a backpack or laptop case for portable music production
- 32 synth-action, velocity-sensitive mini keys. Lightweight
- USB powered; single cable convenience & highly portable
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- Enhance Your Workflow: Nektar DAW integration gives access to many of the functions you are most likely to need when recording and performing with your Impact GX. The best part is that it’s all done for you: Simply install the integration software for your DAW and start making music! The Buttons are labeled so you don’t have to remember how they are assigned
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M-Audio Keystation Mini 32 is a popular option on the lower end of the price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling MIDI controllers and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Novation Launchpad Mini MK3 or Novation Launchkey Mini 25-Note .
M-Audio Keystation Mini 32 is $64.47 cheaper than the average MIDI controller ($176.96).
Nektar Impact GX61 is a popular and one of the cheaper options. It's in the top 3 bestselling MIDI controllers and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as IK Multimedia iRig Keys 2 Mini or Korg NanoKontrol Studio .
Nektar Impact GX61 is $46.97 less expensive than an average MIDI controller ($176.96).