The Dark Lord Posted January 24, 2010 Report Share Posted January 24, 2010 (edited) I just got payed and I've been saving up money for some new gear. I was thinking either a midi keyboard or a set of top quality headphones. Nothing too expensive. Around 70 euro... 100 US dollars. I'm not really familiar with keyboards that much. Is there a big difference between a regular as opposed to a midi keyboard? If not I'll just buy some phones. Edited January 24, 2010 by The Dark Lord Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/52761-what-should-i-buy/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
skotosa Posted January 24, 2010 Report Share Posted January 24, 2010 (edited) I'm saving up for a Roland Juno DXi myself. Not to knowledgeable on musical hardware myself. I assume the only really advantage toward getting a Midi is that with a Midi you can hook it up to a computer and do a whole lot more with it with software like Ableton, Renoise or Fruity Loops to name a few. I think Midi's tend to be a bit more professional and versatile in terms of sound as well, but I'm just a noob and don't know much yet. Edited January 24, 2010 by ZiggomaticV17 Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide skotosa's signature Hide all signatures Artist Name: SkiaSoundcloud http://www.last.fm/user/skotosa Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/52761-what-should-i-buy/#findComment-1221585 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hautlle Posted January 24, 2010 Report Share Posted January 24, 2010 (edited) On 1/24/2010 at 4:01 AM, The Dark Lord said: I just got payed and I've been saving up money for some new gear. I was thinking either a midi keyboard or a set of top quality headphones. Nothing too expensive. Around 70 euro... 100 US dollars. I'm not really familiar with keyboards that much. Is there a big difference between a regular as opposed to a midi keyboard? If not I'll just buy some phones. A regular keyboard puts out sound. You have to capture that somehow. A midi keyboard is just a controller and doesn't necessarily make sounds by itself. You dont need a computer for midi, you can route devices together Edited January 24, 2010 by Hautlle Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide Hautlle's signature Hide all signatures Albums/EPs Free to DL or stream Newest stuff is on Soundcloud Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/52761-what-should-i-buy/#findComment-1221587 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dark Lord Posted January 24, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 24, 2010 (edited) On 1/24/2010 at 6:01 AM, Hautlle said: On 1/24/2010 at 4:01 AM, The Dark Lord said: I just got payed and I've been saving up money for some new gear. I was thinking either a midi keyboard or a set of top quality headphones. Nothing too expensive. Around 70 euro... 100 US dollars. I'm not really familiar with keyboards that much. Is there a big difference between a regular as opposed to a midi keyboard? If not I'll just buy some phones. A regular keyboard puts out sound. You have to capture that somehow. A midi keyboard is just a controller and doesn't necessarily make sounds by itself. You dont need a computer for midi, you can route devices together I'm sorry by regular I meant just a basic computer keyboard. I know the differences and all, I'm just wondering whether I really need a midi keyboard right now or not. I'm looking on youtube and all I really see are just a bunch of noobs making sucky hip hop beats with them. I wouldn't want this keyboard for making beats really.. Edited January 24, 2010 by The Dark Lord Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/52761-what-should-i-buy/#findComment-1221597 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sneaksta303 Posted January 24, 2010 Report Share Posted January 24, 2010 get a midi keyboard bruv. you won't regret it. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide sneaksta303's signature Hide all signatures The Dark Tower Cycle Pplz ep The Swarm H.P. Sneakstep's Educational Tours Vol. 1 Branch Acidian - Acid's Done Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/52761-what-should-i-buy/#findComment-1221598 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GatorGreen Posted January 24, 2010 Report Share Posted January 24, 2010 Getting a midi keyboard will completely change the way you make music. Be sure to get one with some knobs and sliders. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/52761-what-should-i-buy/#findComment-1221601 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dark Lord Posted January 24, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 24, 2010 On 1/24/2010 at 6:49 AM, NoResults said: Getting a midi keyboard will completely change the way you make music. Be sure to get one with some knobs and sliders. How so? I'm looking at this one. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/52761-what-should-i-buy/#findComment-1221602 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GatorGreen Posted January 24, 2010 Report Share Posted January 24, 2010 On 1/24/2010 at 6:56 AM, The Dark Lord said: On 1/24/2010 at 6:49 AM, NoResults said: Getting a midi keyboard will completely change the way you make music. Be sure to get one with some knobs and sliders. How so? I'm looking at this one. You'll find yourself inputting melodies and drums live. I have an M-Audio Axiom 49, and it has done very well for the two years I have had it. If you don't want the knobs and sliders right now, you could buy the KeyRig now and then get something like the Novation Nocturn when you feel the need for more control. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/52761-what-should-i-buy/#findComment-1221606 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dark Lord Posted January 24, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 24, 2010 On 1/24/2010 at 7:06 AM, NoResults said: On 1/24/2010 at 6:56 AM, The Dark Lord said: On 1/24/2010 at 6:49 AM, NoResults said: Getting a midi keyboard will completely change the way you make music. Be sure to get one with some knobs and sliders. How so? I'm looking at this one. You'll find yourself inputting melodies and drums live. I have an M-Audio Axiom 49, and it has done very well for the two years I have had it. If you don't want the knobs and sliders right now, you could buy the KeyRig now and then get something like the Novation Nocturn when you feel the need for more control. I figure my DAW will take care of all the effects and such. I'll probably go with the Key Rig for now given that it's not so much money. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/52761-what-should-i-buy/#findComment-1221617 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sneaksta303 Posted January 24, 2010 Report Share Posted January 24, 2010 it's going to make the creation process a helluva lot smooth for ye methinks. Have fun. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide sneaksta303's signature Hide all signatures The Dark Tower Cycle Pplz ep The Swarm H.P. Sneakstep's Educational Tours Vol. 1 Branch Acidian - Acid's Done Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/52761-what-should-i-buy/#findComment-1221621 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dark Lord Posted January 24, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 24, 2010 On 1/24/2010 at 7:36 AM, sneaksta303 said: it's going to make the creation process a helluva lot smooth for ye methinks. Have fun. Thanks for your help. I appreciate it. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/52761-what-should-i-buy/#findComment-1221624 Share on other sites More sharing options...
acid1 Posted January 24, 2010 Report Share Posted January 24, 2010 On 1/24/2010 at 5:58 AM, ZiggomaticV17 said: I think Midi's tend to be a bit more professional Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/52761-what-should-i-buy/#findComment-1221639 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Food Posted January 24, 2010 Report Share Posted January 24, 2010 On 1/24/2010 at 6:56 AM, The Dark Lord said: On 1/24/2010 at 6:49 AM, NoResults said: Getting a midi keyboard will completely change the way you make music. Be sure to get one with some knobs and sliders. How so? I'm looking at this one. Needs more knobs mate. You wanna be tweaking those filters and reverbs and jammin it after ya key'd in your sick ass melodies Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide Food's signature Hide all signatures https://soundcloud.com/ov-mountains Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/52761-what-should-i-buy/#findComment-1221646 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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perunamuusi Posted January 24, 2010 Report Share Posted January 24, 2010 get a regular computer keyboard i never bother with those gimicky "midi" ones Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/52761-what-should-i-buy/#findComment-1221890 Share on other sites More sharing options...
candlestickmaker Posted January 24, 2010 Report Share Posted January 24, 2010 On 1/24/2010 at 4:01 AM, The Dark Lord said: I just got payed and I've been saving up money for some new gear. I was thinking either a midi keyboard or a set of top quality headphones. Nothing too expensive. Around 70 euro... 100 US dollars. I'm not really familiar with keyboards that much. Is there a big difference between a regular as opposed to a midi keyboard? If not I'll just buy some phones. paid Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide candlestickmaker's signature Hide all signatures soundcloud.com/wearefjord soundcloud.com/mountain-1 soundcloud.com/candlestickmaker Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/52761-what-should-i-buy/#findComment-1221959 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Dylan Posted January 25, 2010 Report Share Posted January 25, 2010 No knobs and no pads = useless midi controller Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide Bob Dylan's signature Hide all signatures *** This announcement is brought to you by the Shimago-Dominguez Corporation *** helping America into the New World... Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/52761-what-should-i-buy/#findComment-1222516 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dark Lord Posted January 25, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 25, 2010 On 1/25/2010 at 5:41 AM, Philip Glass said: No knobs and no pads = useless midi controller I don't know what to think anymore. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/52761-what-should-i-buy/#findComment-1222530 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hautlle Posted January 25, 2010 Report Share Posted January 25, 2010 (edited) On 1/25/2010 at 6:05 AM, The Dark Lord said: On 1/25/2010 at 5:41 AM, Philip Glass said: No knobs and no pads = useless midi controller I don't know what to think anymore. Numerous people have said that knobs and pads = pwnage You want a keyboard so, by logic: keyboard + knobs/pads = win/win = pure 1337 uber pwnage ps: M-Audio Oxygen8 + Korg PadKontrol is what I use Edited January 25, 2010 by Hautlle Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide Hautlle's signature Hide all signatures Albums/EPs Free to DL or stream Newest stuff is on Soundcloud Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/52761-what-should-i-buy/#findComment-1222548 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dark Lord Posted January 25, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 25, 2010 On 1/25/2010 at 6:31 AM, Hautlle said: On 1/25/2010 at 6:05 AM, The Dark Lord said: On 1/25/2010 at 5:41 AM, Philip Glass said: No knobs and no pads = useless midi controller I don't know what to think anymore. Numerous people have said that knobs and pads = pwnage You want a keyboard so, by logic: keyboard + knobs/pads = win/win = pure 1337 uber pwnage ps: M-Audio Oxygen8 + Korg PadKontrol is what I use I haven't got that much money to spend. Way too expensive. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/52761-what-should-i-buy/#findComment-1222562 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hautlle Posted January 25, 2010 Report Share Posted January 25, 2010 (edited) On 1/25/2010 at 6:41 AM, The Dark Lord said: On 1/25/2010 at 6:31 AM, Hautlle said: On 1/25/2010 at 6:05 AM, The Dark Lord said: On 1/25/2010 at 5:41 AM, Philip Glass said: No knobs and no pads = useless midi controller I don't know what to think anymore. Numerous people have said that knobs and pads = pwnage You want a keyboard so, by logic: keyboard + knobs/pads = win/win = pure 1337 uber pwnage ps: M-Audio Oxygen8 + Korg PadKontrol is what I use I haven't got that much money to spend. Way too expensive. You can get an Oxygen8 used off eBay for like $60. Wasn't your budget $75-100? Edited January 25, 2010 by Hautlle Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide Hautlle's signature Hide all signatures Albums/EPs Free to DL or stream Newest stuff is on Soundcloud Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/52761-what-should-i-buy/#findComment-1222639 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Masonic Boom Posted January 25, 2010 Report Share Posted January 25, 2010 The more knobs, the happier you will be. I won this one in the divorce: I haven't even programmed half the pads but my god am I glad all those knobs are there. You can assign them to filters and resonance sweeps on virtual synths so it feels like you're knob-twiddling live while you're sequencing. Those Evolutions come up on eBay for about $100 or so, so they should be within your budget. Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/52761-what-should-i-buy/#findComment-1222686 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Otto Krat Posted January 25, 2010 Report Share Posted January 25, 2010 (edited) Yeah get this one it's a good start. (i meant the oxygen but the other one looks cool too) Edited January 25, 2010 by Otto Krat Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/52761-what-should-i-buy/#findComment-1222687 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Masonic Boom Posted January 25, 2010 Report Share Posted January 25, 2010 Damn, I've just checked and they don't seem to make them any more. (The Evolution MK249c that is) But they do come up on eBay so it's worth looking for one. Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/52761-what-should-i-buy/#findComment-1222690 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest hahathhat Posted January 25, 2010 Report Share Posted January 25, 2010 i smoke a lot of midis Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/52761-what-should-i-buy/#findComment-1222692 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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