Highest Rated 61-Key MIDI Controller Keyboard
Yamaha MX61 V2
If you're looking for a Synth/MIDI Controller hybrid and are ready to dig deep to maximize its functionality, the Yamaha MX61 V2 is right up your alley.
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Gearank High Notes
- 2022.08: Highest Rated 61-Key MIDI Controller Keyboard
- 2021.06: Equal Highest Rated MIDI Keyboard Controller from $500 to $1000
Tied With:Arturia KeyLab 88 MKII
Gearank Recommended
Specifications
- Keys: 61 Synth-action, touch sensitive keys
- Pads: None
- Controls: Pitchbend, Mod Wheel, 4 assignable knobs + Multifunction AI Knob, Octave, Transpose, Synth controls
- Octave: up/down
- Automap: Yes
- Connectivity: USB, MIDI In/Out ,1 x 1/8″ (aux in), 2 x 1/4″ (main out), 1 x 1/4″ (Headphones), 2 x 1/4″ (sustain, controller)
- Control Hardware Directly: yes
- Compatibility: OSX 10.7 (Up), Windows 7 SP1 (Up)
- Power: 12V DC power supply (included)
- Dimensions: 38.7″ x 11.7″ x 4.4″
- Weight: 10.6 lbs.
- Bundled Software: Cubase AI included, FM Essential iOS synth app
Cons
- Its large number of features require a lot of learning time
Pros
- Extra value of being both a Synth and a Controller
- Integrates well with most popular DAWs
- Low weight makes it quite portable
- Good range of quality built in sounds
- Built-in USB audio allows digital recording
Highest Rated 61-Key MIDI Controller Keyboard
Yamaha MX61 V2
If you're looking for a Synth/MIDI Controller hybrid and are ready to dig deep to maximize its functionality, the Yamaha MX61 V2 is right up your alley.
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