Best Midi Controller for $700 max?

[Tritono9]

I need to buy a Midi Keyboard because I want to learn to play piano and I want to add some extra texture in my music. Im looking for a 88 keys with some configurable knobs. What do you recommend? the most important thing for me is the feel and response of the keys. I need to have control over my sound (if a play a solo piano piece I want to be able to sound natural). I have read that some people recommend the Akai MPK88 because it has keys with great feeling and response. That model is above my price range but that is the very max that I can spent.

Thank you.

[IRA]

Originally Posted by Tritono9

I need to buy a Midi Keyboard because I want to learn to play piano and I want to add some extra texture in my music. Im looking for a 88 keys with some configurable knobs. What do you recommend? the most important thing for me is the feel and response of the keys. I need to have control over my sound (if a play a solo piano piece I want to be able to sound natural). I have read that some people recommend the Akai MPK88 because it has keys with great feeling and response. That model is above my price range but that is the very max that I can spent.

Thank you.

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[Tritono9]

Originally Posted by IRA

I just saved you a penny... Akai MPK88 - USB/MIDI Performance Keyboard MPK88 B&H Photo Video

Thanks man, I appreciate the intention. Im from Chile, I'll need to buy the midi controller overseas. The company that you recommended dont ship Akai to my country due to manufacturer restrictions. I investigated and the Akai MPK88 seems to be sold in my country (perhaps the price here is expensive). Is the Akai MPK88 the best option regarding key feeling and response and overall quality? or in this price range I have more good options?

[Jeezo]

novation remote sl ....the best when it comes to plugins control via automap ....or roland

[Morlock]

In that price range for an 88 hammer-action keyboard...maybe do a search for
what CME and Studiologic offer.

Like this:
http://www.thomann.de/gb/cme_uf80_classic.htm

or this:
http://www.thomann.de/gb/fatar_vmk188_plus.htm

However,I don't know about the availability in Chile...
Anyway...I wish you best luck with your purchase.

[Rust Creep]

The key is a great keybed.. fatar is rumored to be realy good. I bought a StudioLogic VMK 176+ because its fatar guts.

I got it used for 350 USD. The action is great and changes how you play.. i now need a good "synth action" keyboard.. weighted keys are slower but very expressive.

I dont think you'll need 88 keys..66 at the most unless you're a practiced pianist.

The mpk is built like a piece of shit compared to my studiologic

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