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    So I am slowly moving into production as I have many ideas for song beats in my head. I am looking for beginner midi keyboards, but don't know much about them.

    I know that i want at 25 key or 49 key keyboard, but nothing bigger. I also have a budget of $400. Any suggestions or advice would be great!

    I also have a AKAI APC40 and a AKAI EIE IO PRO

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    You might be interested in a Roland A49. Pretty minimal design. I don't think you would need any additional faders, pads, or knobs since you already have an APC40

    Less than a couple hundo

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    Dude, I started with an M-Audio Keystation 49e. Basic, $129 when it came out, got the job done. If you want a 49 key that is just that, I'd suggest this one.
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    I like Novation keyboards. I have not had a good experience with M-Audio and would not recommend any of their products.
    The SL mk2 is their top-of-the-line:
    Novation 25 SL mkii
    Then there's the Impulse:
    Novation Impulse 49
    Novation Impulse 25
    Then there's Launchkey, which is new and affordable.
    Novation Launchkey 49
    Novation Launchkey 25

    There's also QuNexus from KMI, which is a little different, but very flexible, powerful, and a lot of fun.

    Enjoy!

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    Yeah, I was looking at the Novation Impulse & Launchkey, Probably gonna go with one of those.
    Looks great as an intermediate keyboard. I used to play, years ago, but the notes are somewhere in my head so it shouldn't be that hard learning them again.

    Thanks! I will post pictures of my updated studio
    http://forum.djtechtools.com/showthread.php?t=72156
    Once I get decide what to get!

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    Hey Nitrotix I sent you a PM, I've got a Novation 49SL for sale. Could save you some money if you're interested.

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    With a 400$ budget wouldn't the akai49 MAX be a solid choice? I realize they are about $500 new but I'm sure they can be found cheaper. I have an M Audio49 Keystation (I got it for free) and an Akai49 (non max) and the Akai is a MUCH better unit albeit twice as expensive. Essentially you get what you pay for.
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