Is This Pro enough For Real Pros? |Ik Multimedia iRig Keys 2 Pro Review!|

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Komentáře • 103

  • @Johnmike
    @Johnmike  Před 4 lety +4

    Follow me on Instagram! instagram.com/imjohnmike

    • @wyattcadogan9481
      @wyattcadogan9481 Před 4 lety

      Do the audio outs also work when connected to computers?

  • @disienna
    @disienna Před 4 lety +4

    Not only did I want the first post (my first first post), but kudos to IKMedia for putting the headphone jack on there!

  • @Knight2Bee
    @Knight2Bee Před 4 lety

    I just bought the mini version and I like the size of it. I was wondering if you were going to review this board. Great video keep them coming your views are a make or break deal for some of us. God bless.

  • @BrotherBishop300
    @BrotherBishop300 Před 4 lety +1

    dope review bro!

  • @brucephoenix3989
    @brucephoenix3989 Před 4 lety +1

    Good review as always John Mike! 🎶 I guess it’s as pro as you make it..🎧

  • @Kennypeagler
    @Kennypeagler Před 4 lety +1

    Interesting. Thanks for the review.

  • @xmaverickhunterkx
    @xmaverickhunterkx Před 4 lety +1

    Been looking for this! Thanks

  • @gkeaoyrge
    @gkeaoyrge Před 4 lety

    Thanks for the great review! In the market for a new controller and this is just the right fit for me. :)

  • @nomoreospf
    @nomoreospf Před 4 lety +1

    Great! I think this is the first review on CZcams at least... Thanks.

  • @VictorEzell
    @VictorEzell Před 4 lety

    Great review ! looking to purchase one to carry .

  • @jeremiahdomer4657
    @jeremiahdomer4657 Před rokem +2

    For someone just wanting to connect to iOS and not desiring a lot of normal midi features I think it’ll do. I’ve looked at a bunch of other keyboards and there are other that have way more features but this one just seems very simple which is what’s most appealing

  • @technogaianism8164
    @technogaianism8164 Před 4 lety +4

    Looks like a fun keyboard that sits somewhere in the between the Komplete Kontrol M32 and Komplete Kontrol A49.

  • @johannestornquist
    @johannestornquist Před 4 lety +3

    Liked before even watching! Your videos are so very valuable! Not only mentioning the specs but also talking about the keybed from a pianist's perspective.
    I ordered the Novation Launchkey 61 after your review of the 49 key version. I was originally looking at the Komplete Kontrol a61 but changed my mind after your review. Thank you so much and keep up the good work!
    Love from Sweden.

  • @RobBastien
    @RobBastien Před 3 lety +1

    Good point about having a built-in headphone jack, considering newer apple products do not.

  • @Jack-fs2im
    @Jack-fs2im Před 3 lety

    good vid.I have a 37 irig and I use a module with a Kenton usb convertor.It means I can carry it on the bus and DI in to the venue,s PA.I,m too old to carry all the gear for my korg kross.It allows me to compete with all the guitar players.happy days.

  • @trsfworld460
    @trsfworld460 Před 4 lety +1

    Automatic Must Have!!

  • @officialpoa3171
    @officialpoa3171 Před 3 lety +1

    *YEP, that transport would've made that a no complaint winner all around...! That with my Akai MPD and Cubase on a laptop with Battery 3 - ITS A RAP at $150*

  • @damianhyde1432
    @damianhyde1432 Před 2 lety

    Have you reviewed the iRig Keys I/O or have any experiance with it that you can share? I really like your reviews. I have seen maybe one honest review on the I/0 but nothing comparing it to other midi keyboards. You have already reviewed a few other controllers I have been interested in and I would like to see how it stacks up. The key bed and portability of the 49 key version seems to be the best option at that price point, but what do I know lol. I bought the irig keys 2 Pro, and like you, feel like I need 49 keys to be able to play it the way I want to. I currently own a Yamaha GDX670 which I love but its definitely not portable so I am looking for something portable to play with. I wish more manufactures would put the pitch and mod wheel above the keys to cut down on the overall lengths of the keyboards. The I/0 49 is only about 3 inches longer than the keys 2 pro which is perfect in my opinion. I wonder if they will come out with a new "I/O 2" version and go usb-c, effectively ditching the proprietary cable that everyone is annoyed with. Honestly that is the only thing that has me on the fence about buying it I also got the keys 2 pro for only $100 so I am hesitant about returning it because it is a nice option at that price for sure.

  • @jameslanclos568
    @jameslanclos568 Před rokem

    That's why I became interested in the Irig Pro, because it caters to IOS. But can you tell me if it can be used with plug-ins as well ??? Excellent video, by the way.👍

  • @mypianotutorial2023
    @mypianotutorial2023 Před 11 měsíci

    Thanks very much for your video! Very cool.
    Do you think it’s working with „Pure Piano“ on the iPad Air?
    What would you recommend to record everything? Thanks in advance!

  • @Azkold
    @Azkold Před 4 lety +11

    Thanks for the review! I like you reviews because you always talk about key bed. And you do it from the pianist perspective. Nobody else talk about key bed nowadays :) all they need are encoders and buttons. I have iRig Keys Pro (the 1st one, original). And I like it a lot because key bed are not stiff. I wonder is it worth upgrading to this. The lack of audio jack on iPhones I counter with Puck+.

    • @Johnmike
      @Johnmike  Před 4 lety +4

      I think I’m going to go grab the old iRig keys and shoot it out against the new one

    • @Azkold
      @Azkold Před 4 lety

      John Mike, thats great! Thanks man!

    • @user-xx8gw5nc8g
      @user-xx8gw5nc8g Před 4 lety

      Well from a pianist perspective I guess it's actually should be better to get more stiff keys, cause they would feel more similar to real piano keys than this synthesizer types one.

    • @shakti.rathore
      @shakti.rathore Před 2 lety

      @@user-xx8gw5nc8g i think by stiff he meant springy and not weighted kinda stiff

    • @MB-oo5ty
      @MB-oo5ty Před rokem

      @@Johnmike Hi bro when the vídeo Iring pro (1est generation) vs I-ring Pro 2?

  • @rodolfozuniga7392
    @rodolfozuniga7392 Před 4 lety

    Great video. Do you know how to get the sound out from the iPad speakers?

  • @Soundofjoy
    @Soundofjoy Před 2 lety

    Mine just arrived for working on songs while in car. So far adjusting to less keys fine.

  • @fbm1965
    @fbm1965 Před 3 lety

    Hi! Is there any option to have sustain sound without using a sustain pedal? I mean not in GarageBand which has the sustain mode, but in other programs such as Fl Studio, SampleTank, etc... Many thanks

  • @gabrielapodaca1102
    @gabrielapodaca1102 Před 3 lety

    just wondering what are the best uses youve found for program buttons on midi devices like this

  • @ecua-macproducciones7460
    @ecua-macproducciones7460 Před 3 měsíci

    I bought this week. but not connecting with my iphone 11pro max only work on macbook. what I need to do

  • @johnsuggs7828
    @johnsuggs7828 Před 10 měsíci

    All this needs is transport controls and some basic drum pads and this thing would be boss

  • @geekindakitchen
    @geekindakitchen Před 3 lety

    Thanks for the dope review, with the midi this could control the Uno Drum yeah?

  • @kikecolombo
    @kikecolombo Před 4 lety

    Can you control a volca keys with that trs midi out ? Tks for the review

  • @makoto4341
    @makoto4341 Před 4 lety

    Nice reviews (just subbed), has helped me to narrow down to two choices. Pretty sure someone asked you this already, but what would you pick (considering the prices are pretty similar at least where i'm at) and why? irig keys 2 pro or komplete kontrol m32? thanks!

    • @Johnmike
      @Johnmike  Před 4 lety +1

      M32 all day! It’s my favorite mini controller!

    • @makoto4341
      @makoto4341 Před 4 lety

      @@Johnmike Thank you! m32 it is then (was leaning heavily towards it)

  • @MartinMollinedo
    @MartinMollinedo Před 4 lety

    Hey John great review! I was wondering if I could buy this Keyboard to record on Pro Tools?

    • @Johnmike
      @Johnmike  Před 4 lety

      Yes it should work in protools

  • @feliwein_cc
    @feliwein_cc Před 4 lety +1

    how well does it perform on pc? delay wise

  • @tonylancer7367
    @tonylancer7367 Před 4 lety

    Hey John. How is the latency with the audio interface? Also, is it only an output (no input to record).
    Edit: I just realised the 49 key you may want to review/see is the iRig Keys I/O.

    • @Johnmike
      @Johnmike  Před 4 lety

      Yea that’s on the list...and it’s no latency that I can tell and no input...just an output

  • @ploppyplopper
    @ploppyplopper Před 3 lety +1

    Great review, John! Just picked one up on the strength of your review - just what I'm looking for - and I have a tip; if you have the Apple camera connection kit you can connect the iRig to the iPad using the supplied mini-USB cable, with the CCK, and power your iPad at the same time.

  • @gmm1904
    @gmm1904 Před rokem

    How do I lower the volume of the sound? The volume knob only works for headphones volume

  • @adrosorbot1267
    @adrosorbot1267 Před 4 lety

    have you tried it on macbook garageband..?

  • @charlessarles5447
    @charlessarles5447 Před 2 lety

    Hey John Mike! I am looking for a keyboard that works well with ios devices since watching your video on running two keyboards from your phone. Would you recommend this keyboard for that purpose specifically? Or are their better options in this price range?

    • @Johnmike
      @Johnmike  Před 2 lety +1

      It’s pretty cool…the main thing that sets this apart is the fact that it has a built in audio interface…so you don’t need any extra way to get sound out of your device…personally I would go with something with a few more keys like an m-audio oxygen

    • @charlessarles5447
      @charlessarles5447 Před 2 lety

      @@Johnmike Thanks for such a quick reply! You da man!

  • @HarryThomsen
    @HarryThomsen Před 3 lety

    Hi John, thx for a great review! I was looking at the specs and input/outputs of the device and I was wondering about the following: As far as I understand, the iRig Keys 2 Pro gets the power from the connected iPad/iPhone. How would you then prevent that iPad/iPhone from running out of battery in a live situation? Can you somehow connect an external power source? Thx, Harry

    • @Johnmike
      @Johnmike  Před 3 lety

      Powered USB hub that has a power input on it

    • @HarryThomsen
      @HarryThomsen Před 3 lety

      @@Johnmike But isn't the USB connection from the iRig Keys 2 Pro going directly to the iPad/iPhone? Where/how can you then connect to the powered USB hub?

    • @Johnmike
      @Johnmike  Před 3 lety +1

      It comes with a regular usb power/midi cable as well...

    • @HarryThomsen
      @HarryThomsen Před 3 lety

      @@Johnmike so the iRig Keys 2 Pro can receive external power via the midi input?

    • @HarryThomsen
      @HarryThomsen Před 3 lety

      Hi again, FYI I just talked to Thomann and I was informed that it would work with this device: www.thomann.de/dk/apple_lightning_auf_usb_3.0_adapter.htm

  • @rosswalker1926
    @rosswalker1926 Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks for rating this controller now I have something to think about it is a little costly , what controller will you consider I have 61 M-Audio , 49 and 88 Yamaha MX but now I want a 37 key controller I always listen to you I have not went wrong yet. Plus I am on a budget trying to go back to school for music in January 2020 so John Mike what's a good and cheap 37 key controller that I can buy.

    • @Johnmike
      @Johnmike  Před 4 lety +1

      ROSS WALKER it’s not a 37 key...but I’m totally in love with the Native Instruments M32...micro keys...but they are the best I’ve felt and played on

    • @rosswalker1926
      @rosswalker1926 Před 4 lety

      @@Johnmike I will try this out Thanks for your help.

    • @g.gustavo
      @g.gustavo Před 4 lety

      @@Johnmike Do the mini keys in the M32 feel better than the full size keys on the iRig Pro? Wow

    • @Johnmike
      @Johnmike  Před 4 lety

      Gustavo Guerra absolutely!!!

    • @g.gustavo
      @g.gustavo Před 4 lety

      @@Johnmike Do you plan to review the XKey 37? I wonder how those full size keys compare to the M32

  • @Jack-fs2im
    @Jack-fs2im Před 3 lety

    loved yr vid v much but think this version has a power plug that doesn,t need a pc methinks

  • @AndreSilva-lj6bs
    @AndreSilva-lj6bs Před 4 lety

    For the same price would you recommend another keyboard to use with iPad?

    • @Johnmike
      @Johnmike  Před 4 lety

      Yea there are a ton of other boards that work in this price range...pretty much every board I covered in this video
      czcams.com/video/8EstpPV8ShA/video.html

  • @ibendiben
    @ibendiben Před 3 lety

    This doesn't have an internal sound module right? No practicing with just headphones, without a phone or computer (or external module) for sounds?

    • @Johnmike
      @Johnmike  Před 3 lety

      Right..no built in sounds

  • @JacquelineJax
    @JacquelineJax Před 4 lety +1

    So surprised this doesn’t have drum pads and a mic port. Why did they call it Pro? It seems to be less exciting than the original keys 49 I/o

  • @technogaianism8164
    @technogaianism8164 Před 4 lety

    I wonder how the iRig Keys 2 (not the pro) keys compare to Komplete Kontrol m32 keys :-)

    • @Johnmike
      @Johnmike  Před 4 lety +2

      Alon Idelson I will let everyone know...😉

  • @38zech
    @38zech Před rokem

    velocity?

  • @thaddeus1519
    @thaddeus1519 Před 3 lety

    are the piano keys the same size as a standard acoustic or 88 key keyboard? I want to be able to learn while I am traveling and don't want to learn the wrong size keys for my muscle memory.

    • @Johnmike
      @Johnmike  Před 3 lety

      Yes they are

    • @thaddeus1519
      @thaddeus1519 Před 3 lety

      @@Johnmike Do you think this will fit in a carry-on for an airplane?

    • @Johnmike
      @Johnmike  Před 3 lety

      @@thaddeus1519 it’s small...and it’s possible but I can’t say that it will with 100% confidence

  • @TheFab_
    @TheFab_ Před rokem

    im looking something with the same 37 full size semi weighted keys but also with minimum 8 pads + min 8 knobs above. i use them to mute/unmute channels and volume controls .any suggestions ? cause ive found only something with mini keys . thank u bro

  • @yougotta2505
    @yougotta2505 Před 4 lety

    i have this.

  • @Beloved-ji5jx
    @Beloved-ji5jx Před rokem

    Does it work with garage band ?

  • @carnellbutler6678
    @carnellbutler6678 Před 4 lety +1

    What microphone are you using for your audio?

    • @Johnmike
      @Johnmike  Před 4 lety +1

      carnell butler audio technica...link for it is in the description of the video...it can with the boom arm

  • @phillippeters8229
    @phillippeters8229 Před 3 lety

    Would u use this in a live setting?

    • @Johnmike
      @Johnmike  Před 3 lety +2

      Personally...probably not...but only because it’s not enough keys...if they had a 61 key version I probably would

    • @phillippeters8229
      @phillippeters8229 Před 3 lety

      @@Johnmike Yea my thoughts exactly.

  • @Naranek
    @Naranek Před 2 lety

    So basically you would love to have an iRig Keys I/O? :-)
    I think you can find every pro feature you mentioned and way more on the I/O :-)

  • @jessicagindratt3302
    @jessicagindratt3302 Před 3 lety

    Dunb question is this a synthesizer

    • @Johnmike
      @Johnmike  Před 3 lety

      No it’s a MIDI controller...no built in sounds...

  • @franciscoferrero2859
    @franciscoferrero2859 Před 4 lety

    compatible with ableton?

  • @baltimorevon7844
    @baltimorevon7844 Před 4 lety

    If you are not using it for IOS like ipad or iphone DO NOT buy!! has no transport keys, it does not stay connected (have to unplugg and replugg the small android cable tip which are very well known to loosen over time or just effin break. For around mid 135 there's way more options. I guess they thought since it uses with apple they can jack the price for something made so bad. One thing I would give is that it does feel premium.

  • @Pauluz_The_Web_Gnome
    @Pauluz_The_Web_Gnome Před 4 lety

    No hardware transpose keys, is a no go!

    • @6TAPE.
      @6TAPE. Před 4 lety

      Hey :) What do you mean by that? It has midi transpose keys.. Can you explain? Thanks

  • @Dr.Jekyll
    @Dr.Jekyll Před 4 lety

    It’s “out of the,” not “out the.”

  • @pds1455
    @pds1455 Před rokem

    How does it feels compare to irig i/o 49?