Take Your Music Making Mobile With the MX Keys Mini

The MX Keys Mini will allow you to create music while on the move. This tenkeyless keyboard was designed in response to requests for smaller versions of the renowned MX Keys.

It is equipped with three functions to allow remote access during the Covid-19 pandemic much easier It includes a dictation key as well as a mute button, and an Emoji key.

Size

There are a number of different sizes of keys found on synths and keyboards. There are "mini" and "slim" key sizes as well as full-size keys. Each of these has a distinct shape and feel, but what's important is the entire package - not only how many keys are there and whether they are mini or full size.

For instance, there's the Casio SA 51, which has 100 beats and 50 sounds, yet remains smaller in size than other models. This makes it easier to carry around and makes for an ideal instrument for practice. Similar to the MicroKorg XL has smaller arrow keys, but a larger space for keys for right shift and enter. It depends on what you need and the importance portability has to you.

Sound

Full-size keys. "Slim" keys. "Mini" keys. They all mean something slightly different, and this could have a major impact on how comfortable and enjoyable a keyboard is. To help you make comparisons our selection, we've put together this handy chart of key sizes.

In this category, our choice is the iRig Keys mini lost key. It's a great option for musicians who are on the move or anyone looking to practice at home, at the office or wherever you'd like to work. The keyboard is light and portable and utilizes Bluetooth wireless technology to connect to your mobile device. It comes with a variety of accessories such as a sustain pedal for the appearance.

This model includes 500 onboard sound effects of professional quality and a loop mixing feature. You can use it to compose your own music, or as controller software to other DAWs or hardware synthesizers. The keyboard is designed to be simple in its functions for novice users.

It comes with a USB keyboard that can be connected to your laptop, computer or tablet. This lets you connect any keyboard compatible with the receiver to control your DAW directly. It's even included with a range of essential music software - AAS Session Bundle, Softube Time & Tone, the exclusive Spitfire Audio LABS - Expressive Strings instrument, and Novation's Launchkey Lite.

Functions

The MX Keys Programming mini Cooper Key has a lot of functions packed into its tiny frame. It includes dual keys for Mac and Windows so you don't need to worry about switching between laptops at work and at home (a regular practice during the coronavirus epidemic was in full force).

This keyboard also has numerous other useful features, including a system mute button, which is available across all your apps and conference software. It also comes with an emoji button and an edictation key that is specifically designed to allow hands-free typing.

The layout of the MX Keys Mini is still good, despite the fact that it has been reduced in keys to accommodate its 65% space. The cursor jets have been squeezed together to create an asymmetrical laptop-style double stack, and the function row has been reduced to make room for a Delete button. The only negatives are the lack of a Touch ID finger print scanner and the Back button, which turns on the backlight. This can be distracting when typing in the dark.

Portability

If you want to carry around a keyboard with you and use it to compose music, you require a small keyboard that will be light enough to easily fit in your backpack or gig bag. It should include some useful features that will aid you in recording music ideas while on the move.

If your mini-keyboard has been exposed to water, remove the battery right away and clean it with a tissue. Dry it completely before putting the battery back into place. If the key fob won't function after this, it may have been reset and require an original replacement key to reset the device.

iRig Keys Mini, an 25-key MIDI Controller designed to go wherever your mobile-based lifestyle takes you. It's small enough and compact enough to fit into a bag or backpack however, it's packed with powerful software that can allow you to transform mobile ideas into full-blown tracks.

The keyboard is available in rose, graphite or gray with a pale shade, and comes with white LED-backlit buttons. Logitech has developed the MX Keys Mini with artists and busy professionals in mind well, and it offers several ways to connect devices for seamless multi-device use. For example, you can connect it to tablets, laptops or desktop PC to take notes and switch to a different device such as your smartphone for composing or editing your notes, and then posting to social media.