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If you're looking for a way to get the most out of the wonderful iOS virtual instruments on the market, then you need an iPad/iPhone keyboard controller. Here at Sweetwater, you can find a range of high-quality controllers for various needs and at a range of prices. Here are some of the key elements to look for.
How portable do you need your keyboard to be? For starters, iOS compatible keyboards easily range from a mere 24 keys up to 61, and the bigger the keyboard, the harder it is to travel with. But size is just one factor — you also need to consider power. Is the keyboard bus powered or battery powered, or does it require a separate power supply? All of these things matter to any keyboard player who wants to make music with iOS.
Along those same lines, Sweetwater keyboardists have found that connectivity plays a huge roll in how easy it is to make music with your iOS virtual instruments. There are three ways that iOS keyboard controllers can connect to your iPad or iPhone. The first way is via USB and Apple's Camera Connection Kit. This requires a special adapter, but is otherwise identical to the second way, which is via a special USB to Lightning cable. Both of these connections are super secure, but they also monopolize your iOS device's Lighting port, which means you can't power or charge it while your keyboard is connected. A third way is via Bluetooth, which offers both wireless convenience and the ability to charge your device while connected.
Do you need extra control? From a simple sustain pedal input to full-fledged control surface functions, iPad/iPhone keyboard controllers vary greatly in the amount of control they provide. Knobs, sliders, and transport controls are incredibly useful for controlling iOS DAWs and synth apps, and you can have a lot of fun with an X-Y pad too. It all depends on how you want to use your keyboard controller. If you're not sure exactly what you need, ask your Sales Engineer, and we'll help you find the perfect one for you.
What are the most popular brands for iPad/iPhone Keyboard Controllers on Sweetwater.com?
What are the most popular iPad/iPhone Keyboard Controllers on Sweetwater.com?
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Nektar Impact GX61 61-key Keyboard Controller
4.5 out of 5 stars 33 reviews
$129.99 -
IK Multimedia iRig Keys 2 Pro 37-key Controller for iOS, Android, and Mac/PC
4 out of 5 stars 7 reviews
$169.99 -
CME Xkey Air 37-key Bluetooth MIDI Controller
3.5 out of 5 stars 19 reviews
$319.00 -
IK Multimedia iRig Keys I/O 49 - 49-key Keyboard Controller with Audio Interface for iOS, Mac/PC
3.5 out of 5 stars 9 reviews
$329.99 -
Korg nanoKEY Studio Bluetooth/USB MIDI and Pad Controller
4 out of 5 stars 12 reviews
$219.99
Why shop iPad/iPhone Keyboard Controllers at Sweetwater.com?
With a massive selection of iPad/iPhone Keyboard Controllers, free shipping, a free 2-year warranty, 24/7 access to award-winning support - and more - Sweetwater gives you more than any other retailer! If you have any questions about iPad/iPhone Keyboard Controllers, make sure to give your personal Sales Engineer a call at (800) 222-4700.