KORG nanoKEY2 (2nd. Generation series) review/demo

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Korg nanoKEY 2 review and demo(s)
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It's a thorough video so click any of these time markers to skip to the section that most interests you if you don't feel like watching the entire video:

0:50 Intro/Short Comparison to nanokey 1 (1st. Generation)
5:00 Basic Functions of Buttons
11:23 Included Software Bundle
14:13 E. Piano (Lounge Lizard) Demo
15:24 Percussion (EZ Drummer) Demo
16:54 Rapture Synth Demo (not included in Software Bundle)
19:02 Closing Remarks

Notes:
I often use "VST" loosely when I should use more appropriate terms such as "plugin" or "softsynth." Sorry for the confusion.

Links:
(Kontrol Editor)
http://www.korg.com/SupportResults.aspx?productid=415
(Purchase Sites [as of 5/27/11])
http://www.djdeals.com/korgNANOKEY2.htm
http://www.htfr.com/p/389377/korg_nanokey_2_usb__midi_controller_black
http://www.amazon.com/Korg-nanoPAD-nanoKEY-nanoKONTROL-black/dp/B002RSMMK4
http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/nanoKEY2wt?utm_source=CSE&utm_medi...
(Good 1st. Generation Reviews/Demos)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-YFXqFc3AN0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MAGntRVBX5M&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DnvFcqWID5A&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OvtaPVX7AIA&feature=related
R.I.P. Tsutomu Katoh

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  • ive had the Akai LPK. its garbage.remeinds me of the playskool keyboard i had as a kid.the "arp" feature is useless -unless you have fruity loops 4 or some primitive daw- .not to mention its bulky and ugly. the korg nanokey was great but durability was an issue and sometimes the thing would stop working entirely. after my 4th nanokey i ended buying the new Oxygen 25. I hope the nanokey2 is legit.

  • @EvokDubstep Sorry it didn't work out for you my friend. but fruity loops is definitely not a primitive daw!

    each controller/program depends on the user. I don't need an arp button because I prefer to play them myself, but it's all preferential.

  • what do you think of the LPK 25 from akai?

  • @Astr0wave I have to admit that I still haven't tried it =/

    If you're looking into Akai I would recommend the MPK mini or the Synthstation which are WAY more powerful. The LPK is only "set apart" from other micro controllers because of its arpeggiator; at least in my opinion.

    nutshell:

    I'd choose between Nanokey2 or the MPK mini.

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  • Just picked up AlesisQ25, but after this video, I should have got this. I'll still get it today. I love the form factor.

  • Nice review and a nice bloke too!

  • Nice review, my Haitian brother. But, that was a long-ass video. Lol

  • In korg kontroll editor you Can change sustain button to be like if you press once it will stay on

  • Ahhh so i'm not the only one who realizes that recording music in a car is an awesome idea!!! I love it....i drive to the beach and bring my laptop rig and guitar....its awesome lol

  • wow man

    great vid. I think this is a good buy for a complete non-musician like me

  • Question about the removal of the CC button: Could nanokey2 still be used as a midi controller? Hoping to use the nanokey2 as a basic midi controller for Ableton.

  • ooooo the 3rd beat was tuff

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