Donner Digital Piano Keyboard Weighted 88 Keys with Piano Stand, Beginner Home Electric Piano with Furniture Stand and Triple Pedal, DEP-20S Real Piano Touch

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That way deciding whether the Donner DMK 25 is worth it for you, shouldn’t actually be that difficult. And besides, as much as we would love you to consider our verdict, we understand that midi keyboards are a lot like shoes… there’s no 1 size fits all. You really have to make up your own mind as to whether they’re the right fit for you. Donner’s take simplifies this significantly, coming with a two-octave pad keyboard, which allows the synth to be played chromatically. Sequencing is more straightforward too; steps are input one by one, allowing users to select a pitch and then input note length and assignslides or accents before moving on to the next step. This is probably where the Donner DEP-20 impressed me the most. The presence and the depth of sound the speakers give is not at all what I was expecting for a piano this cheap. In fact, I'd wager that the speakers in this instrument are at least on par with, if not better than the speakers included with the Yamaha P125 or Casio PX160 - they're that good, and I have to say I was very impressed. Finger drummers rejoice – the drum pads on the DMK are super responsive. In fact, to tap they feel a lot like the MPC pads you find on the Akai MPK Mini. Although they are slightly smaller. Blindfold us though & we’d struggle to tell the difference.

It does come with the power cable and pedals, but unfortunately, you have to buy the seat separately Because while 25 keys (2 octaves) doesn’t seem like a lot, it doesn’t necessarily limit the amount of sounds you can achieve. All it means is that you can only play the notes from 2 octaves at once; to switch up the whereabouts these 2 octaves, you’d have to use the ‘Octave +’&‘-‘ button. So now you’re clued up on how the DMK 25 differs from its more chunky bigger brother, you’re not doubt curious as to what’s good, bad & ugly about the DMK 25. In other words, what features make it worth it & what features could be considered a severe turn-off. Novation has even squeezed an arpeggiator & chord function into the Launchkey Mini. Chord mode allows you to compress several notes into one sound, which you can then play key-by-key. Both quirks you don’t get with the DMK 25.Yes, Donner is a good brand. Actually, scratch that – they’re great! And we’re not just saying so because of the DMK 25. Here’s 2 major reasons why we’re fans of Donner Music as a brand… If you’ve a fetish for knobs… (eyebrows raise), then the MPK is where it’s at. Not only does it have double the amount you’ll find on the DMK, but these 8 knobs are also endless. Pitch & modulation are controlled by 2 touch strips on the DMK 25. Both of which are responsive & (unlike a LOT of midi keyboards) have a light next to them, to give you a visual indication as to how you’re sculpting your sound.

While both have 25 keys, those on the DMK are mini-sized keys, whilst those on the Starrykey are full size. What’s more, in terms of keyfeel, those on the Starrykey are semi weighted, yet those on the DMK 25 are a lot lighter & feel very much like a synth action. Dear customer, this product has a MIDI port. You can input the MIDI signal of the piano into the computer, and then get the filtered sound you want on the music editing software of the computer, but this sound cannot be played from the speaker of the piano. Even though it’s cheap, it doesn’t feel it. We’re yet to come across part of the DMK which comes across as budget when compared to other 25 key midis in this price range. The keys are solid (very little wobble) & all the assignable controls have a nice resistance to them.This midi is the KING of portability! For a midi controller with 25 keys, not only is it lightweight, but it’s slimline too. On a ratio of ‘Features: Weight’, it’d take gold. DDP-80 has strong compatibility and can be connected to the teaching app on iPad and mobile phones for self-study, composition, or teaching. You can also connect the music editing software to the PC for internal records. The world is nothing but boring and bleak without music. My first guitar in high school always helped me to find my voice when words failed me. Every time I play a new song on the ball with my companion guitar, I love myself more. Playing music is fun. And it got more thrilling when I learnt to widen my taste for music, traveling through the expansively evocative world of music. In the sound, I could feel the echoes of ethos, the passion of the producer, beyond age and race, and across time and space. In music, we live as a whole. Overall, this keyboard sounds and feels like the real thing, but I think the main reason to buy it is for its looks. There are other hammer-weighted keyboards that offer a better feel, more features, and better portability for a cheaper price (like the Yamaha P71). Keys on both controllers are mini-size keys & have a similar feel to them. If anything they’re what you’d expect from mini-keys. Lightweight & pretty soft in terms of resistance.

For those with software & virtual instruments, this may not be an issue. But if you’re a beginner looking to buy your first midi controller, it’s worth considering that with the DMK 25 you get no included software. Something you do get with other (slightly more pricy) midi controllers. The included sustain pedal in this doesn't really feel like it's of great quality - however it is a significant step up based on what you get from other manufacturers. I've got to give Donner top marks for this one, as they've gone above and beyond and it really does enhance the experience. Behringer’s clone certainly looks the part more, is more faithful in its sequencer design, and matches the CV outputs of the original. The B1, however, is easier to program and its additional playability and sequencing tools mean that it can do more than simply replicate straightforward acid bass riffs. Its delay is a great addition too.The Donner DDP-80 88 key digital piano was designed after countless hours of R&D by the Donner research team, one of the best in the business. They wanted to create an incredible-looking keyboard piano, without sacrificing sound quality, or ease of use. It’s purposely built to look like and mimic a grand piano. But as for how you use a Donner midi controller to create music, that really all depends on what you produce (i.e. genre/ style) + which Donner midi controller you’re using. At the moment, there’s 2 models of Donner keyboard controllers to choose from… Depending on where you live, the time it may take for your exchanged product to reach you, may vary. Although it doesn’t have an electronic interface or multiple sounds, the Donner DDP-80 allows you to plug in an iPad, or a computer. With the iPad, you can use Donner’s teaching app to learn, or you can plug in your computer and use advanced music editing software. Donner DDP-80 vs. Other Donner Models