USB controller keyboard recommendations

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2016/06/11 17:52:40 (permalink)

USB controller keyboard recommendations

Hi all

I'm in the market for a new USB controller keyboard because my old Edirol doesn't support Windows 10, which is installed on my new PC.

I'm a guitarist and only use a keyboard now and again. 2 octaves probably, maybe 3, and faders would be a nice to have but not essential. Up to about £150, any recommendations?

Cheers,

Bill

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    abacab
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    Re: USB controller keyboard recommendations 2016/06/11 20:13:30 (permalink)
    Marshall
    Hi all

    I'm in the market for a new USB controller keyboard because my old Edirol doesn't support Windows 10, which is installed on my new PC.

    I'm a guitarist and only use a keyboard now and again. 2 octaves probably, maybe 3, and faders would be a nice to have but not essential. Up to about £150, any recommendations?

    Cheers,

    Bill


    Roland A-300PRO Keyboard Controller; $210 at Amazon.  It integrates well with Sonar ACT.

     
     
  • 32 velocity-sensitive keys with channel after touch
  • 45 assignable controls: knobs, sliders, buttons, transport and more. 8 Dynamic Pads for finger drumming and MIDI triggering
  • USB Bus Powered - no AC adaptor required (AC adaptor is an optional).

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    whattarush
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    Re: USB controller keyboard recommendations 2016/06/11 22:26:44 (permalink)
    Novation Impulse 61. Programmable and very easy to setup with SONAR.

    "When your moving in the positive, your destination is the brightest star"!!! www.elmarqrecords.com/ www.reverbnation.com/label/elmarqrecordsllc" www.facebook.com/pages/ElMarq-Records/160103362281 "Never look down on anyone UNLESS you're picking them up!"
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    Marshall
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    Re: USB controller keyboard recommendations 2016/06/12 05:49:58 (permalink)
    Thanks for your replies. The Roland looks absolutely perfect for Sonar. I tried ACT years ago when it first came out and couldn't get it working properly, but this keyboard seems designed for it. 

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    jb101
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    Re: USB controller keyboard recommendations 2016/06/13 05:19:47 (permalink)
    +100 to the Roland A-300PRO.

    I have the original Cakewalk version, and it's been great. Has a far better feel than many 2 octave controllers, and those extra few keys make it FAR more usable.

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    Re: USB controller keyboard recommendations 2016/06/13 05:21:40 (permalink)
    Oh, and using ACT with it is a doddle.

    Just make sure you install the APRO application as well as the driver.

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    Re: USB controller keyboard recommendations 2016/06/13 11:49:21 (permalink)
    Yep, I'll be ordering the Roland on the strength of what you guys have said and what I've subsequently read. I had those few extra keys on my Edirol and it is the perfect size for me.

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