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Which midi keyboard is best for me under 200 bucks? (lemmy.world)
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cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/1075893

I used to play piano when I was a kid and I want to get back into it now that I'm older. I think I have more patience for it now, but I don't have room for a large keyboard. I'm thinking of a small midi keyboard like a oxygen pro mini or mpk mini plus. Do they need to be plugged into a computer to work or can I just connect headphones to them directly? I know these are stupid questions, I'm sortof new at all this. If they have to be connected to a computer, are they compatible with linux, are there any good linux apps to use with them? I don't mind small keys, and I do prefer nice key feel over more midi features. I'm probably not gonna record anything.

Lemme know if this is the wrong place to ask this.

Thanks.

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[–] [email protected] 2 points 2 years ago (1 children)

If they're controllers they will need a computer and most likely a software to produce sound, which is coming from the software Digital Audio Workstation or a Standalone software. On the other hand keyboards and other synth work stations will have a library of piano and other sound that won't need speakers or a computer since its all baked in, those are more expensive but will work on their own. If you want the piano feel you should look into weighted keyboards that will mimic the feeling. Those are the basic features, you can shop for what adjusts to your needs looking for these keywords on the specs sheet.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 2 years ago

Thanks for the info.