KORG nanoKEY USB MIDI Controller $49

The KORG nanoKEY USB MIDI controller is the perfect addition to any laptop based music production system. The nanoKEY features 25 velocity sensitive keys, octave, modulation and pitch control. All this from a controller that is not even as wide as a laptop or half an inch thick! If you are on the go or want to be able to play your music anywhere grab a nanoKey, connect it via USB and start making music. It that wasn't enought the nanoKEY also includes the KORG M1le softsynth. This VST softsynth is a perfect replica of the legendary KORG M1 synth.

 

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Watch the amazing Jordan Rudess show off his nanoKEY skills!

 

nanoKEY - A Flexible MIDI Keyboard Controller That’s Smaller Than a Laptop Keyboard
When Korg set out to build a slim-line MIDI controller keyboard, they utilized their years of experience in manufacturing innovative MIDI keyboards to create a great-feeling, velocity sensitive keyboard based off a laptop keyboard. The resulting 25-note keyboard on the nanoKEY will transmit your playing dynamics to your software accurately and expressively. In CC (Control Change) MODE, the keys become MIDI controllers, allowing you to control any MIDI assignable parameters within your software.

The Octave Shift function offers immediate access to the entire MIDI note range. Pitch and modulation buttons are also provided, giving your performances the kind of expression that you would expect from any controller regardless of its size.

What’s a Controller Without Software?

Even if the Korg nanoSERIES controllers are your first foray into MIDI control, you can rest assured that you’ll be able to get connected to software and creating quickly.

The nanoKEY includes a download code for the full version of Korg’s M1Le, which faithfully recreates the legendary Korg M1 workstation. Plus, an upgrade path will let you graduate to the Legacy DIGITAL EDITION software suite, which has an even more expansive version of the M1, the renowned WaveStation and 19 great MDEX effects. Round it all out with a discount coupon for Ableton Live LE and you've got music software power to burn!

Your nano, Your way!

The downloadable KorgKONTROL Editor/Librarian will help you create setups to suit your specific control needs in all three models.

 

 

SPECIFICATIONS

nanoKEY

Controllers
Keyboard: 25-key with velocity and 4 velocity curves
CC MODE button
Octave Shift up/down buttons
Pitch up/down buttons
Modulation button

Connections
mini-USB

Power
USB bus power

Power Consumption
USB bus power: less than 100 mA

Others
Dimensions: 320(W) x 83(D) x 14(H) mm/ 12.60”(W) x 3.27”(D) x 0.55”(H)
Weight: 220g/ 0.49lbs.
Accessories: USB cable

System requirements

 

Macintosh	Windows
Supported OS: Mac OS X 10.3.9, or Mac OS X 10.4.7 or later Supported Computer: Apple Macintosh with USB port, satisfying the operating requirements of Mac OS X or Apple Macintosh with PowerPC supported	Supported OS: Microsoft Windows XP SP2 or later, or Microsoft Windows Vista SP1 Supported Computer: Computer with USB port, satisfying the operating requirements of Windows XP/ Vista (Intel USB chipset recommended)