Gearank Recommendation
The microKEY25 first appeared on our recommended list for 25 Key MIDI Controller Keyboards in June 2017 where it remained until September 2018 when it had been out-ranked by other keyboards.
We also recommended it as a MIDI Keyboard Under $100 from April 2018 until May 2020 when it was out-ranked by other models.
Overview
The microKEY 25 presents a slim and lightweight build that has mini velocity-sensitive keys similar to Korg’s microKORG XL and microARRANGER.
It includes a built-in joystick for modulation and pitch bend controls, as well as an arpeggiator, sustain and transpose buttons.
It can serve as a USB hub with the use of its two USB ports and is very simple to connect to any computing device since it is class compliant.
The Korg microKEY25 is a portable controller with straightforward and uncomplicated operation. Get it if you want a small MIDI controller to pair with a mobile tablet or laptop setup.
Specifications
- Keys: 25 Velocity-sensitive natural-touch keys
- Pads: None
- Arpeggiator: Yes
- Octaves: -4 to +4
- Bundled Software: None
- Power: USB bus power
- Connectivity: 1 x USB Type B, Apple Lightning – USB camera adaptor (sold separately)
- Control Hardware Directly: No
- Compatibility: Mac OS X10.5 or later; Microsoft Windows XP SP3 (32bit), Vista SP2 (32bit, 64bit) or SP1 (32bit, 64bit), iOS8 or later
- Dimensions: 15.55″ x 5.16″ x 2.09″
- Weight: 1.43 lbs.
