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  • Anonymous

    Easy to use for beginners mao

    Akai Professional LPK25Published on 02/13/14 at 02:08
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    Small Midi Controller & easy to use, and easy to take anywhere, even in hotel & Vacence.
    Connect a cable to a USB Midi.

    UTILIZATION

    The flexible soft touch, even, but Fits Forever awaiting use.
    The manual is clear is easy to use in a PDF internete Akai.
    Akai to download on Wed éditor free website & update.
    Easy program to use + Arpégeateur on the controller Akai LPK25.

    OVERALL OPINION

    I, unwanted for 1 years & 6 months.
    I tried no other controller as Korg: the nanoKEY, Roland Edirol: PCR-300.
    Sound quality, flexible, easy to use ... ect
    I do again my choice for Akai.

    Thank you thank you & to & to Akai Audiofanzine.
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    Small Midi Controller & easy to use, and easy to take anywhere, even in hotel & Vacence.
    Connect a cable to a USB Midi.

    UTILIZATION

    The flexible soft touch, even, but Fits Forever awaiting use.
    The manual is clear is easy to use in a PDF internete Akai.
    Akai to download on Wed éditor free website & update.
    Easy program to use + Arpégeateur on the controller Akai LPK25.

    OVERALL OPINION

    I, unwanted for 1 years & 6 months.
    I tried no other controller as Korg: the nanoKEY, Roland Edirol: PCR-300.
    Sound quality, flexible, easy to use ... ect
    I do again my choice for Akai.

    Thank you thank you & to & to Akai Audiofanzine.
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  • pipostarpipostar

    interesting

    Akai Professional LPK25Published on 09/12/13 at 02:59
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    small. 2 octaves keyboard.
    6 buttons including octave + / -, sustain, arpeggiator (tap tempo sync), and programs.
    USB connection to the computer.

    UTILIZATION

    very simple and effective use travel (tour live ...).

    OVERALL OPINION

    rather robust for its size keyboard (better than the Korg nano over time he seems).
    size / quality / price ratio
  • hugzzhugzz

    probably the best mini laptop mini keyboard keys

    Akai Professional LPK25Published on 09/06/13 at 08:11
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    Its size, its weight, its practical side for the trip ..
    He just has a micro USB port on the left side.

    UTILIZATION

    The hit is probably the best you can find at this price and for a keyboard of this size ..
    There is nothing to configure and nothing to read in the manual .. It's plug n play. There are some buttons that can be interesting .. Sustain, Tap Tempo, an arpeggiator and a few other options as well but I admit having used only keys.

    OVERALL OPINION

    I can be for 2 years because I was planning a move abroad and I now use it only while traveling on the train, plane ..
    I have not tried the other one before but I think it's all down in price and quality of manu…
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    Its size, its weight, its practical side for the trip ..
    He just has a micro USB port on the left side.

    UTILIZATION

    The hit is probably the best you can find at this price and for a keyboard of this size ..
    There is nothing to configure and nothing to read in the manual .. It's plug n play. There are some buttons that can be interesting .. Sustain, Tap Tempo, an arpeggiator and a few other options as well but I admit having used only keys.

    OVERALL OPINION

    I can be for 2 years because I was planning a move abroad and I now use it only while traveling on the train, plane ..
    I have not tried the other one before but I think it's all down in price and quality of manufacture (which is good).
    It still lacks a pitch wheel and modulation.

    If strut again, for the trip, I would be the CME X-bit key that is ready to the same size with large keys or Korg Nanokey 2 because it is even smaller.
    For a home studio does not fit because the mini-keys are not made for regular use and there are no wheels ..... If this is this case I would go on an M-Audio Oxygen 25 or Axiom 25 but it is not given ..
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  • BassmatteaBassmattea

    A good small keyboard

    Akai Professional LPK25Published on 04/03/13 at 02:11
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    Connectors: USB you plug it works

    UTILIZATION

    The keys are small, but it's still playable, the manual is clear and we can do without. Simple configuration. I use it to trigger samples or record ideas tablecloths etc..

    OVERALL OPINION

    I've had two years and I never had any particular problems. It does not take place, tiny, it is lightweight, perfect for mobile use and find its place in a home studio setup (I do not see myself taking him on stage). In short, a good keyboard for anyone who wants to be burdened and strum ideas or control samples.
  • /eden//eden/

    very good

    Akai Professional LPK25Published on 03/24/13 at 14:22
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    size

    UTILIZATION

    manual unclear but the settings are not required

    OVERALL OPINION

    buy eyes closed
    not take place
    to complete parts of vst is the top
  • ForczzForczz

    Akai Professional LPK25Published on 08/17/12 at 04:35
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    This is a USB keyboard, 25 keys as its name suggests. Features that interested me primarily are small size (it comes in a laptop bag) and prices unbeatable for a keyboard "classic" (the equivalent model Korg eg. Has a weird kind of pads instead of keys ... not for me!)
    Level connectivity is there ne may be simpler: a USB mini-B f, mini-B/Type-A cable provided. One might regret the absence of connectivity for a pedal (-1).

    UTILIZATION

    I want to point out first that I bought this product as a complete beginner to the keyboard.
    I use it to store parts, mainly composed of electro or when there is a playing hand. This should also use it perfectly.
    The touch is quite good for the…
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    This is a USB keyboard, 25 keys as its name suggests. Features that interested me primarily are small size (it comes in a laptop bag) and prices unbeatable for a keyboard "classic" (the equivalent model Korg eg. Has a weird kind of pads instead of keys ... not for me!)
    Level connectivity is there ne may be simpler: a USB mini-B f, mini-B/Type-A cable provided. One might regret the absence of connectivity for a pedal (-1).

    UTILIZATION

    I want to point out first that I bought this product as a complete beginner to the keyboard.
    I use it to store parts, mainly composed of electro or when there is a playing hand. This should also use it perfectly.
    The touch is quite good for the price, but it is still a bit "cheap" (-1). A drawback is precisely ... the size of the keys, a little tight when you got paws like shovels (-1)! But it's still playable, and that's the price to pay for a minimal footprint.
    I did not read the manual, no need for basic functions, but I do not use any of the functions 'program'.
    The Arpegiator is rudimentary but may be useful.

    OVERALL OPINION

    I use it for more than a year. In the same price range, I tried the Korg thing about it but I got my way.
    Clearly, this is not a touch keyboard-heavy high-end, but you get for your money.

    Most: the small size and price.
    Minimum: the size of the keys.

    I would do this choice without hesitation!
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  • FreddavidsFreddavids

    Good product for the price

    Akai Professional LPK25Published on 08/13/12 at 08:53
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    What characteristics have motivated your choice?
    -Its small size and light weight for easy carrying

    What connectivity (MIDI, pedals ...)? ...
    A simple USB cable

    UTILIZATION

    The touch keyboard is it nice? Should your use?
    It's a touchdown platoc enough, no need to use more

    The manual is clear and sufficient?
    Without a manual it's OK ...

    The general configuration is simple?
    Yes

    OVERALL OPINION

    How long you use it?
    Approximately 2 years

    What is so special that you love the most, least?
    + Small, light,

    - Disconnects the USB cable fairly easily if you move a lot

    How would you rate the quality / price?
    Very correct

    With experience, you do…
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    What characteristics have motivated your choice?
    -Its small size and light weight for easy carrying

    What connectivity (MIDI, pedals ...)? ...
    A simple USB cable

    UTILIZATION

    The touch keyboard is it nice? Should your use?
    It's a touchdown platoc enough, no need to use more

    The manual is clear and sufficient?
    Without a manual it's OK ...

    The general configuration is simple?
    Yes

    OVERALL OPINION

    How long you use it?
    Approximately 2 years

    What is so special that you love the most, least?
    + Small, light,

    - Disconnects the USB cable fairly easily if you move a lot

    How would you rate the quality / price?
    Very correct

    With experience, you do again this choice?
    To use that I have, yes. To make the live show, no.
    I have an MPK45 to be more comfortable for the home studio.
    AKAI for me it's good ... After do not want to "play the piano" with a keyboard an octave ...
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  • tagj3rtagj3r

    Akai Professional LPK25Published on 03/03/12 at 17:16
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    This is the first price that directed me to this little controller.

    But then, when we look a little competition, I realized it was better for me than the other models:
    - It is the only of this category to have a nice keyboard to play (albeit mini-keys, it is frankly without any comparison with the keyboards of this price range)
    - This is also the only (to my knowledge) to have an arpeggiator, rather damn good for that matter.

    If only he had a midi-out, I will use the arpeggiator much more often by plugging directly into my Nord Stage ...

    UTILIZATION

    As said before, I found the keyboard much better than his friends in 25 keys (and even better than his friends in 37 keys)…
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    This is the first price that directed me to this little controller.

    But then, when we look a little competition, I realized it was better for me than the other models:
    - It is the only of this category to have a nice keyboard to play (albeit mini-keys, it is frankly without any comparison with the keyboards of this price range)
    - This is also the only (to my knowledge) to have an arpeggiator, rather damn good for that matter.

    If only he had a midi-out, I will use the arpeggiator much more often by plugging directly into my Nord Stage ...

    UTILIZATION

    As said before, I found the keyboard much better than his friends in 25 keys (and even better than his friends in 37 keys) in other brands.
    Yet I have tried to try everything before buying it, and I am a true pinailleur on this subject (as a classical pianist at first, then play on small rolls of Korg Nano ... brrrr ...).

    This is truly one of the elements that determined my choice when buying.

    In practice, if the buttons could be a little wider ...
    Another small detail that may have a (great) importance: at the nuances, it's not great. I do not like the way it manages the velocities, and sometimes we would like to disable it just ... Not easy to play some agreement "strong" and follow through agreements "pianissimo"!

    OVERALL OPINION

    I use it for 2-3 years, in the following set-up:
    - Nord Stage plugged into the PC sound card for audio play piano, e-piano and organ,
    - PADKONTROL plugged into USB on the PC, which controls NI Battery 3 in Cubase, to play the drums,
    - LPK25 plugged into USB on the PC, which controls most of the time Trilian (bass unit, often a kind moog synth) in Cubase too, to play bass.

    The problem of key velocity is less experience in using this "additional synth bass" that if I started using it as the lead of course!
    Used as well, so it's a very good supplement that allows me to put the keyboard on the shores of the North Stage, and so have a little bass synth on top of my piano for really cheap.
    At that price, we will not do without it ;)
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  • MyPinkMyPink

    Nomad, solid and practical

    Akai Professional LPK25Published on 12/05/11 at 14:19
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    I was looking for a small keyboard that I could take it everywhere with me.

    UTILIZATION

    Keyboards trs enjoyable, is ideal for mobile use.
    The manual may be useful for some but not essential depending on the branch to usb, it launches squenceur is chosen as the Midi IN peripherals and here's part. Tees really easy to use.

    OVERALL OPINION

    I use it since I bought it.
    The Akai is solid, well-Designed, beautiful and functional, easy to carry, I always in my backpack. I plug in my netbook + energy xt / Reaper and go.
    I first buy the korg nanoKEY, enchanted by the concept of quality of manufacturing, the keys are blocked every one. So I turn to akai which followed suit …
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    I was looking for a small keyboard that I could take it everywhere with me.

    UTILIZATION

    Keyboards trs enjoyable, is ideal for mobile use.
    The manual may be useful for some but not essential depending on the branch to usb, it launches squenceur is chosen as the Midi IN peripherals and here's part. Tees really easy to use.

    OVERALL OPINION

    I use it since I bought it.
    The Akai is solid, well-Designed, beautiful and functional, easy to carry, I always in my backpack. I plug in my netbook + energy xt / Reaper and go.
    I first buy the korg nanoKEY, enchanted by the concept of quality of manufacturing, the keys are blocked every one. So I turn to akai which followed suit in this crneau portable keyboard 25 keys with equivalent prices (between 45 and 49).
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  • Y.E.T.O.NY.E.T.O.N

    Excellent

    Akai Professional LPK25Published on 09/12/11 at 08:55
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    What characteristics have motivated your choice?
    I wanted to invest in a small keyboard for easy dialing my phases, the low cost and portability of the keyboard I was seduced.

    UTILIZATION

    The manual is clear and sufficient?
    Infact, I did not even have to read the manual, I connected directly to my PC, I opened Fruity Loops that I work a lot, which automatically detected the device.

    The touch keyboard is it fun?
    At the touch of it can not compare the feel to that of a piano. That small touch that is different, having said that the keys are velocity sensitive, so I was quite surprised.

    Should your use?
    Yes.

    The general configuration is it simple?
    I'm no configura…
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    What characteristics have motivated your choice?
    I wanted to invest in a small keyboard for easy dialing my phases, the low cost and portability of the keyboard I was seduced.

    UTILIZATION

    The manual is clear and sufficient?
    Infact, I did not even have to read the manual, I connected directly to my PC, I opened Fruity Loops that I work a lot, which automatically detected the device.

    The touch keyboard is it fun?
    At the touch of it can not compare the feel to that of a piano. That small touch that is different, having said that the keys are velocity sensitive, so I was quite surprised.

    Should your use?
    Yes.

    The general configuration is it simple?
    I'm no configuration on my part, "plug'n'play"

    The selection of MIDI channels, patches is easy?
    For the selection of MIDI channels, there is a software that comes with, but I personally do not use it for mass.

    OVERALL OPINION

    How long have you use it?
    A little less than a year.

    Have you tried many other models before buying it?
    Not at all. I bought it almost blindly to a minimum after informed about the product.

    What is so special that you like most and least?
    In addition, I would say, portability and ease of use and less, the size of the hard buttons, I will have preferred more flexible.

    How would you rate the quality / price?
    Nothing to say, a comprehensive device for a small price!

    With experience, you do again this choice?
    Yes.
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  • remioche23remioche23

    Perfect!

    Akai Professional LPK25Published on 08/11/11 at 07:59
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    First of all it is a MIDI master keyboard with USB: that does not require any USB or other, it plugs directly into the PC, it is quickly recognized and we can begin to play without worries!

    UTILIZATION

    The touch keyboard is fine with me: it is sensitive to a certain velocity (certainly not that of the great keyboards, but still!).
    I used to some of my compositions, using Stduio FL. It is very convenient to create some drum loops (simples..) Or even add a little more than a piece!
    The general configuration of the keyboard is quite nice, seems reliable. It is especially small, so transportable anywhere. I even created a piece this summer when I went on holiday with!

    OVERAL…
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    First of all it is a MIDI master keyboard with USB: that does not require any USB or other, it plugs directly into the PC, it is quickly recognized and we can begin to play without worries!

    UTILIZATION

    The touch keyboard is fine with me: it is sensitive to a certain velocity (certainly not that of the great keyboards, but still!).
    I used to some of my compositions, using Stduio FL. It is very convenient to create some drum loops (simples..) Or even add a little more than a piece!
    The general configuration of the keyboard is quite nice, seems reliable. It is especially small, so transportable anywhere. I even created a piece this summer when I went on holiday with!

    OVERALL OPINION

    I use it for 6 months (and he is still alive!).
    I have not tried other models because it had very good feedback from user reviews (including AF), unlike the Korg nanoKEY.
    What I like most is its small size, ease of play and ease of use!
    What I like least is probably a small lack of sensitivity compared to the keys.
    Level quality / price ratio, I think there is nothing to say, it's just good business!
    And of course that this choice would do!
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  • jean_91jean_91

    Simple, effective!

    Akai Professional LPK25Published on 08/12/11 at 06:22
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    A single USB port is no longer in demand and prices for this size.
    While a MIDI Out port would have been welcome to enjoy the arpeggiator on machines hardware.

    UTILIZATION

    The keyboard is super light but still allows a certain expression, even I use to control my pads, and it makes not too bad.

    The choice of MIDI channel are very easy to access

    The manual is simple, as the keyboard itself has noted the software delivered to the proper set up four programs noon.

    One small problem: the keys are really small and you really have fingers of a pianist!.

    OVERALL OPINION

    Used with Garage Band and Live 8 from 3 months

    I also have a Roland PC-200 mkII

    I like the…
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    A single USB port is no longer in demand and prices for this size.
    While a MIDI Out port would have been welcome to enjoy the arpeggiator on machines hardware.

    UTILIZATION

    The keyboard is super light but still allows a certain expression, even I use to control my pads, and it makes not too bad.

    The choice of MIDI channel are very easy to access

    The manual is simple, as the keyboard itself has noted the software delivered to the proper set up four programs noon.

    One small problem: the keys are really small and you really have fingers of a pianist!.

    OVERALL OPINION

    Used with Garage Band and Live 8 from 3 months

    I also have a Roland PC-200 mkII

    I like the weight, size, ease of transport, I could compose my final prod the train thanks to him!

    Unbeatable value for money, nothing to do with nanokorg!

    I would definitely like keyboard reselect the go. But for the studio, even for a 25-key, I will take a larger keyboard keys and feel more weighted.
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  • Anonymous

    A corny fun

    Akai Professional LPK25Published on 08/26/11 at 06:41
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    What characteristics have motivated your choice?

    Essentially a prod continue leaving the studio, on the train or plane for example, and this little toy gave me permission! It simply connects via USB and is powered by the battery of the PC / MAC. It has a tap tempo function for the ARP, a key sustain, to set the program arp (1 / 4 1/4T .. 6 & up 1/32T modes ARP) and octave up & down.

    UTILIZATION

    The keyboard is velocity sensitive, despite some pbs some time.
    Just plug it to start the PC and open your sequencer (Cubase 5 for me, Windows 7) and then play your instruments.
    The keyboard keys are plastic, but resilient, the device itself is sturdy already fallen several times is…
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    What characteristics have motivated your choice?

    Essentially a prod continue leaving the studio, on the train or plane for example, and this little toy gave me permission! It simply connects via USB and is powered by the battery of the PC / MAC. It has a tap tempo function for the ARP, a key sustain, to set the program arp (1 / 4 1/4T .. 6 & up 1/32T modes ARP) and octave up & down.

    UTILIZATION

    The keyboard is velocity sensitive, despite some pbs some time.
    Just plug it to start the PC and open your sequencer (Cubase 5 for me, Windows 7) and then play your instruments.
    The keyboard keys are plastic, but resilient, the device itself is sturdy already fallen several times is not deformed or damaged.

    The manual is in several languages, as there is a PC editor to adjust your presets

    OVERALL OPINION

    I have now for eight months and I use always the same when I move, it is very useful and would like a backpack, it's perfect when you can not lug around a synth and want to complete some settings in cubase or add a few instruments on a prod.

    I tried the korg nanoKEY before him and I'm glad to have the AKAI, very friendly and very simple.
    This choice I would do again in a single second
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  • thejammerthejammer

    Perfect!

    Akai Professional LPK25Published on 05/31/11 at 06:41
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    I had to travel and the size was important. A single USB port, which is perfect for its size.

    UTILIZATION

    touch is a synth action and it is good for its size. Other small keyboards on the market are not as pleasant.

    No need to do manual works ...

    You plug, you play worse ...

    OVERALL OPINION

    I use it for 1 year. I had a Novation KS4, a microkorg a Mopho keyboard, a novation remote sl37, a Yamaha KX8 a arturia analog experience, but nothing beats the size of this small keyboard.

    What I like most is the size. What I like least is that there is a thread. It would be nice that it works or Bluetooth wireless.

    I wish I paid closer to $ 50 CAN $ 70 but the price is…
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    I had to travel and the size was important. A single USB port, which is perfect for its size.

    UTILIZATION

    touch is a synth action and it is good for its size. Other small keyboards on the market are not as pleasant.

    No need to do manual works ...

    You plug, you play worse ...

    OVERALL OPINION

    I use it for 1 year. I had a Novation KS4, a microkorg a Mopho keyboard, a novation remote sl37, a Yamaha KX8 a arturia analog experience, but nothing beats the size of this small keyboard.

    What I like most is the size. What I like least is that there is a thread. It would be nice that it works or Bluetooth wireless.

    I wish I paid closer to $ 50 CAN $ 70 but the price is not too bad.

    I would do the choice anytime! I managed to make music in a hotel while I was on a business trip! :)
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  • BenderSXBenderSX

    Akai Professional LPK25Published on 03/02/10 at 02:59
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    The compact form and finishing (Akai admit being fanatic of this brand), compared to the Nano Korg day and night. Its price also ...

    UTILIZATION

    For a small keyboard as the touch is quite correct, see excellent when compared again with the nanokorg.

    For config bah ..... RAS, we plug the usb one opens live / logic or other sounds and hand out like magic. (I'm on mac).

    OVERALL OPINION

    1 week of use
    Being in a small apartment I is not "corner" or working on my beats, with the LPK25 and my aluminum macbook I'm in the sofa, living room, across the bed ... well, a model of nomadism. In addition to being compact it has the features expected of a small keyboard, arpeggiat…
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    The compact form and finishing (Akai admit being fanatic of this brand), compared to the Nano Korg day and night. Its price also ...

    UTILIZATION

    For a small keyboard as the touch is quite correct, see excellent when compared again with the nanokorg.

    For config bah ..... RAS, we plug the usb one opens live / logic or other sounds and hand out like magic. (I'm on mac).

    OVERALL OPINION

    1 week of use
    Being in a small apartment I is not "corner" or working on my beats, with the LPK25 and my aluminum macbook I'm in the sofa, living room, across the bed ... well, a model of nomadism. In addition to being compact it has the features expected of a small keyboard, arpeggiator, 4 banks of programming and its knob to adjust the octave + / -. Excellent.

    Good value for money.

    With eyes closed I would do this choice.
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