10 Best MIDI Keyboards in the Philippines 2023 | Buying Guide Reviewed by Sound Engineer

If you are a seasoned producer or a stage musician looking for more control coverage and work-space, this USB-bus-9-12DC-powered retro-inspired design comes class-compliant with nearly 6000 TAE® sound patches and 5000 synth sounds. 

Its extension shelf and removable music stand external features are a brilliant addition to your stage and studio setup that allows you to simultaneously produce and play with an additional smaller MIDI controller, laptop, and iPad all in one piece. What a deal-breaker!

This control-packed creation of Native Instruments is a game-changer. Their outstanding NKS Integration allows you to access different kinds of samples, effects, and clips from other brands and developers. This is great if you are a long-time producer and you want to create your signature sound composition.

The hardware specifications this MIDI keyboard offers alongside the massive free plugin catalog are optimized to bring a top-notch workflow and output you will never experience on some MIDI controllers around.

A good entry-level MIDI Keyboard should be able to produce high quality sounds without being difficult to navigate. Luckily, Akai’s MPK Mini Mk3 comes with the essentials. The controller includes 25 keys, 8 drum pads, a 4-way joystick, and endless 360º knobs. This makes it ideal for budding musicians. 

The keyboard also features velocity sensitive keys great for all-around music production like synthesizer control and beat production. Plus, its dainty size also makes it great for professionals on-the-go. That way, you don’t have to lug around the full 88 keys whenever inspiration strikes you.

If you’re looking for a MIDI keyboard with digital assistance, you might want to check out Novation’s Impulse. It consists of ultra-responsive, paino-style keys that let you adapt to any type of instrument you want to play. Its 49 keys are enough for you to play using two hands without occupying the entirety of your desk. 

It also comes with an LCD Screen that easily displays the status of your production. Its control software communicates to your DAW and plug-ins for seamless transfers. Plus, you get a free XLN Addictive Keys when you register your product on the maker’s website, with the instruments ranging from grand piano to a sublime Fender rhodes. 

For the mighty minis, you might want to give the MKII a try. It is the perfect size to fit for small desks, and is easily transportable. Think of it as a studio at the touch of your hands. Thanks to its USB powered design, the MKII can easily play with any ideas on your command.

It has pressure-sensitive pads to mimic the feel of a real keyboard and even has RGB backlighting! Moreover, it comes with powerful controllers that can easily adjust your synthesizers, and add a sick beat drop. The included software also allows you to easily switch from producing, recording, to performing. 

If you need the extra keys but don’t have the extra space, then the Keystation Mini might just be the right choice for you. Consisting of 32 keys, it is feature-rich yet compact enough for homes and small studio spaces. It’s easy and simple to use but can produce amazing tunes with the right use. 

You could even use it to play virtual instruments on your computer. Moreover, its comprehensive controls make it easy to adjust, sample, and create different playbacks and synthesizers, matched with the Xpand!2 Software, you can utilize this keyboard to its true potential. 

If you are a producer that specializes in trap music and bass drop tracks and looking for superb low-end frequency and bass layers, Novation had it taken care of for you.

This device highlights its two tuneable oscillators and sub-oscillator coupled with multi-mode and acid filter controls that allow you to create complexity and deeper frequency. These features give your track a fattier rumble punch. It is also made special by 64 track sound patches to give you a headstart.

If you’re looking for a MIDI that’s already integrated into its own software, check out Nektar’s Impact LX25. The controller comes with its own octave and transpose buttons that have customizable key assignments using different combinations. You can easily send out MIDI program messages, or change your channel with a single touch.

It a little bit of everything you want in a MIDI keyboard, great for those who want to get into music production. It even has full-sized keys that feel like a real piano. But its main star is its control center, complete with a fader. 

You can also program the keys to send messages for both MIDI softwares and hardwares. It can also be connected to different devices like an iPad, for better performance.

One of the most affordable options available for beginners in the market comes from Worlde's series of creations; one of which is Panda MINI 25. More surprisingly, it almost weighs just like a bag of your favorite chips for a device that gives access to your first producing stint.

Your basic functionality is delivered decently in a "plug-and-play" set-up. If you aim to try music production with a lower budget that does not compromise quality, this one works for you! 

This product gives you the benefit of using the keyboard through Bluetooth—also works great if you are a beginning producer as it is iPad or iPhone compatible. You will never worry if you don't have any PC or Mac around.

If you are an on-the-go producer, you can create tracks virtually anywhere without the hassle of additional load; more so if you hate extra wire attachments. If there's no external power source, only 2 AA batteries are all it takes to get it to work.