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MIDIPLUS AKM320 USB MIDI Keyboard Controller Black 32 key
Last Updated: February 9, 2022 (Refresh Now)
7.6
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/10
Total Reviews
998
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716
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Usage
83stiff, midi, octave, easy, velocity
+58%
-42%
" ... Easy to carry with me and does what I need to do. ... "
" ... Sampling sounds and entering notes is now much easier. ... "
" ... Works well once it's plugged in, has very easy to understand octave controls, paired with pitch and modulation / volume buttons. ... "
" ... Super fast in jumping octaves if your playing B3 or synth, I would purchase another down the road. ... "
" ... Just plug it in and turn on your midi program. ... "
" ... Took it right outta the box, hooked it up, and proceeded to compose for a good 30 minutes. ... "
" ... Easy setup with FL Studio with No Driver. ... "
" ... The keys feel pretty nice. ... "
Comfort
48stiff, keyboard, piano, action, fingers
+48%
-52%
" ... The only downside is that the keys are a little stiff, so you have to make sure you hit them in just the right spot with the right amount of force to get the key to fully register. ... "
" ... It feels like a toy. ... "
" ... It has very little in terms of functionality to begin with, and the keys are so small and close together that using this thing even just for a monophonic lead is something of a chore. ... "
" ... but feels disposable ... "
" ... The keys feel very cheap and do not press down easily. ... "
" ... But they are incredibly stiff, they're very squishy and mushy and seem inconsistent in their responsiveness. ... "
" ... f# plastic key broke with real wear and tear. ... The plastic snapped so the key was floating freely in place. ... "
" ... One of my problems with this keyboard is the keys are definitely a bit hard to push down on and are a bit stiff. ... Other than the keys being a little small and really stiff I'm very happy with the product. ... "
Price
40money, value, expect, piano, buck
+93%
-8%
" ... Especially for the price! ... "
" ... Really good value. ... "
" ... You cannot really ask for more at this price range. ... "
" ... an the price isnt bad at all. ... "
" ... It's just what you would expect or better than you would expect for the price. ... Build quality is good for the price. ... "
" ... Does what I intended, and at an affordable price. ... "
" ... For the price, this is all I could hope for. ... "
" ... Might not be the best way to get started on piano, but I bought this for it’s cheap price and was able to get a feel for playing piano specifically (using apps like synthesia) turns out I was really into it! ... "
Connectivity
37midi, windows, daw, cable, recognized
+78%
-22%
" ... Plugged this into the USB on my Win10 computer. ... "
" ... I have a MacBook, so it was as easy as opening GarageBand and hooking the device up. ... "
" ... I plug it in, its recognized, and it functions as a MIDI device (DAW: FL Studio). ... "
" ... It worked right out of the box with my Linux computers, and it's just what i was looking for, so for $35 it's great. ... "
" ... Anyway, this device is plug-and-go. ... Immediately once it's connected, you can expect to start using it. ... "
" ... I use an SL88 on my desktop, an Axiom 25 on my laptop and this on my iPod Touch. ... "
" ... Can be powered with iPad with proper adapter. ... "
" ... I just plugged it into my laptop and it was recognized by the DAW. ... "
Body
37feels, size, plastic, portable, portability
+76%
-24%
" ... Build quality is good for the price. ... "
" ... Why Pool @Facebook some hit me up in the dm's ... "
" ... Obviously the keys must be mini to accommodate this size. ... "
" ... Build quality is good. ... It is small so it sits in front of my laptop easily. ... "
" ... I can't believe I waited so long to get something this size. ... "
" ... I bought a case for it and it's holding up on my travels. ... "
" ... Easy to carry with me and does what I need to do. ... "
" ... Sturdy great for beginners and people that don't have alot of space. ... "
Size
21portable, portability, fit, keys, travel
+90%
-10%
" ... You can take this thing pretty much anywhere and it'll fit in your backpack, or nearly so. ... Overall: fantastic for the price, portable, and solid. ... "
" ... Perfect to travel with to continue making music ... "
" ... * The device is small and of a lightweight construction which makes the device easy to carry and easy to stow in the keyboard tray of my desk when not in use. ... "
" ... Great size and portability for number of keys. ... "
" ... With a decent number of keys, but small enough to make it at least semi-portable, it works well for home use, though personally I think the quality would make it questionable for portability. ... "
" ... Easy to carry with me and does what I need to do. ... "
" ... This guy seemed to fit the bill for basic, and it does. ... "
" ... A good reliable mobile compact product !! ... "
Sound
20produce, volume slider, pounce, piano, music production
+75%
-25%
" ... For simple note entry when writing (drums, bass parts), it's a great value. ... "
" ... Sampling sounds and entering notes is now much easier. ... "
" ... been using this for all my music production :) ... "
" ... Perfect to travel with to continue making music ... "
" ... Depending on what plugins you have, it sounds great too! ... "
" ... I bought this cause it was a great price and I wanted to learn how to play the piano to produce music. ... I learned a lot while using this and even produced 3 hip-hop rap beats with it! ... "
" ... Works perfectly with my Garageband my daughter and I are using to teach her how to crwate and produce music. ... "
" ... I am absolutely as new to music production as anyone can be. ... "
Software
17software, drivers, windows 10, windows, programs
+65%
-35%
" ... This midi keyboard is extremely useful and portable, and the fact that there are no drivers necessary makes this more perfect. ... "
" ... The action is great, drivers are great, love the pitch wheel and buttons. ... "
" ... Compatible with most music-making programs. ... "
" ... i also use adobe audition an works great in that too. ... "
" ... Good for the price, plug and play instantly on windows 10 without drivers, etc etc ... "
" ... Works seamlessly with Ableton software. ... "
" ... Works as it supposed to use it for Windows PC ... "
" ... Easy setup with FL Studio with No Driver. ... "
Reliability
14years, four years, days, refund, octave
+64%
-36%
" ... I totally recommend buying this product, I've had it for a year now and I'm incredibly amazed at how good this is. ... "
" ... Reliable, doesn't squeak or croak when using. ... "
" ... If I take care of this, I have no doubt it will last me years, even after upgrading. ... "
" ... This is my 2nd AKM320, the first one was blue but I traded it and after few years realized its a great Melodica alternative for night practice, with additional wheels and octave+transpose buttons. ... "
" ... Works perfectly with no issues. ... "
" ... After a month I shoved it in a closet and avoided it like the plague for the last four years because I had access to studios at my university at the time. ... Since I bought this four years ago perhaps the current version is better? ... "
" ... Bought this two years ago and looking for a different one. ... "
" ... It will take me a while to outgrow this as a relearn music from my high school days some 50 years ago. ... "
Cable
12usb, usb cord, controller, cables, buy a new
+50%
-50%
" ... Luckily, I have a printer that uses the same type of USB cord. ... "
" ... I read that the stock USB chord could be defective so I bought another - same problem lights, but no sound. ... "
" ... Make sure you purchase a cable from another vendor. ... The cable was defective and if you read their reviews, most cables sent by MidiPlus are junk. ... "
" ... I took a chance on this despite seeing that people have had issues with cables not working and unfortunately, they are right. ... "
Marketplace
11returned, refund, return, product, item
+36%
-64%
" ... I ordered a used one and opened the box and was hit with the smell of cigarettes. ... "
" ... Will be returning it to the seller. ... "
" ... I am sending this product back. ... "
" ... I chose a refund but kudoos to the seller for backing their product. ... I recommend the seller just not this item ... "
" ... I could not even contact the seller to give them a chance to make it right. ... "
" ... I had the exact same issues and I returned it. ... "
Performance
6job, gets the job, done, quite, one
+83%
-17%
" ... Piano is small but it gets the job done ... "
" ... As far as performance it is spot on and very accurate with no lag ... "
" ... This is so much faster. ... "
" ... Still though, for the money it does the job quite well! ... "
Marketplace / Marketplace
6product, item, works, refund, arrived
+33%
-67%
" ... Will be returning it to the seller. ... "
" ... I am sending this product back. ... "
" ... I chose a refund but kudoos to the seller for backing their product. ... I recommend the seller just not this item ... "
" ... I could not even contact the seller to give them a chance to make it right. ... "
Marketplace / Returns
5refund, seller, return, product, years ago
-100%
" ... Will be returning it to the seller. ... "
" ... I am sending this product back. ... "
" ... I chose a refund but kudoos to the seller for backing their product. ... "
" ... I had the exact same issues and I returned it. ... "
Marketplace / Delivery
4shipping, seller, item, fast
+75%
-25%
" ... very fast shipping, was here in two days. ... "
" ... Item was as described by the seller and arrived as scheduled. ... "
" ... Arrived in a timely fashion. ... "
Microphone
3studio, home, daw, instruments
+67%
-33%
" ... I use FL Studio 20 as my main DAW for music creation and recording. ... I mostly just live record the instruments (Guitar, Bass, and Vocals), and then add synth and drums via the DAW. ... "
" ... A must have for home recording. ... "
Gaming
3rust, playing, midi controllers, midi, learn
+67%
-33%
" ... Standard midi controller. ... "
" ... This little MIDI controller has been a perfect buy. ... "
Features
3well, transpose, piano, like
+100%
" ... The piano has some cool features like the pitch which works really well, the octaves, and the transpose. ... "
" ... It's a shame, because other than the action, it has nice easy to use features. ... "
Design
3toy, printer, looks, instrument, design
+67%
-33%
" ... It looks nice too. ... "
" ... Construction and design of instrument Is solid. ... "
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