“How do I use all of these software instruments?” Part of making music at home is being able to take advantage of a wealth of virtual instruments available to any consumer that will invest. These can range from Drums, pianos, synthesizers, orchestral instruments, choirs and a vast world of things that continue to expand daily. Owning a Midi keyboard is a great way to unlock the potential.

Midi keyboards are devices that can look like a small (but can be full size!) piano with programmable pads, faders and encoders commonly connected to your computer through a USB connection or a traditional MIDI cable. You will see them in varying amounts of keys, usually 25, 49, 61, and the occasional 88 which is usually weighted to feel like a traditional piano. The smaller sizes usually have synth action keys and will be able to transpose octaves easily with the click of a button. This article highlights what I believe to be the best MIDI keyboard available at this present time.