cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/1075893

I used to play piano when I was a kid and I want to get back into it now that I’m older. I think I have more patience for it now, but I don’t have room for a large keyboard. I’m thinking of a small midi keyboard like a oxygen pro mini or mpk mini plus. Do they need to be plugged into a computer to work or can I just connect headphones to them directly? I know these are stupid questions, I’m sortof new at all this. If they have to be connected to a computer, are they compatible with linux, are there any good linux apps to use with them? I don’t mind small keys, and I do prefer nice key feel over more midi features. I’m probably not gonna record anything.

Lemme know if this is the wrong place to ask this.

Thanks.

  • dotfiles@lemmy.worldOPEnglish
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    1 year ago

    Great points. I’m totally ok with always having a midi keyboard connected to a computer. I didn’t want to buy a small synthesizer keyboard because they’re usually toys for kids with low build quality, so I felt like my only option was a “professional (not really)” midi keyboard. I went with the MPK mini plus because it has 3 octaves, it’s probably enough for me. If it’s not, I’ll look into getting that Korg you mentioned. I played a Korg when I took a piano class years ago, they’re nice.