Midi Controller With Expression Pedal Input

[11.8 lb] This is a correction of my initial review. The pedal jack is MIDI assignable, which confused me to believe it could be configured as expression via MIDI, but sadly is not. Is a simple TS jack. For expression, you need a TRS jack (tip, ring, sleeve). But is nothing that takes away from this awesome keyboard. Still I believe is one of the best values under 100$. The key action is great, and very soft for fast riffs. I'll need to find a way to fit my second expression pedal in my rig.

[4.45 lb] I was looking for a synth action controller to replace my old Korg Wavestation, which is, in my opinion, the best synth action ever. Is not for everyone, though, since is so light, you can fly on lead passages, but is not very comfortable for pianos or organs. But the problem is that, since is a fully fledged synth, is big and heavy. Not really practical to move it around gigs. Anyway, to my amazement, the Nektar action is so light and smooth, not at all plasticky or spongy as many other controllers I've tried, that I can now put my trusty to Wavestation rest. As a plus, is very light and small overall, as much as I can fit both my main controller (M-Audio Code 61) and the Nektar on the same SKB hard case, how convenient is that? Build quality is top notch. Can't talk about long term, since I've only used it for a few weeks, but looks and feels very well built, it doesn't squeak when squeezed, buttons and dials are great and responsive, configuring it is a breeze, and it does have a multi function plug for either a sustain or expression pedal. That is very nice to me, since I'll be adding another expression pedal to control my left hand, while I use the other for the left. In a nutshell, I believe the Nektar GX49 is without doubt the best sub 100$ 49 key controller in the market.

[Yes] The Vpc1 is the best midi controller on the market. As per my research from other reviews on various piano sites, the included foot pedal really is garbage. Out of the box, it has a flutter which is visible in my daw and is audible. Shame on Kawai for not changing this pedal for all the years they have been selling the Vpc1. Many reviewers went through the process of returning the foot pedal and getting a new one only to find after a couple of weeks the noise and flutter was back. Mine is already on the closet shelf and my Roland rp 3 pedal arrives tomorrow along with a purchase of a Midi Expression iO to compliment the new pedal with the Vpc1. So if you buy the Vpc1, just know you may need to spend another $300 for the perfect setup.

[1] Has everything you need for a 2 input audio interface (2x mono or 1x stereo). Comes with added bonus of usb at the back to power my midi controller. Separate monitor and headphone volume and drives my hd6xx just fine. Instantly recognized by DAWs on both my mac and pc, no problems with aggregate devices with mac audio or asio4all. Feels solid and looks great. Minor issues are that the bundled cable is quite short. Recommend as a budget / starter interface as long as you are ok with 1x stereo or 2x mono input. I have a larger interface but it's not portable so I bring this along with my midi controller and macbook in my backpack when I need to move around, very convenient.

[2.6 lb / 1.2 kg] A great Expression Pedal! This is my 2nd. one that I use on my various keyboards. This one I use on my new FA-06 to control the volume.

[0.655 lb] Well made and has enough space for Line 6 HD500, second expression pedal and cables. You can't go wrong with this bag.

A great Expression Pedal! This is my 2nd. one that I use on my various keyboards. This one I use on my new FA-06 to control the volume.

[1] holds my midi controller perfectly, real nice.

[Black] I use this pedal as an expression/volume pedal with my tc electronic nova system. I chose this particular pedal because it plugs straight into the nova system making it simple to use. It is also a great value compared to the alternatives. The pedal opens up a whole world of possibilities on my nova system. I'm having great fun with it.

[1.25 lb] I bought this to replace another expression pedal that I was disappointed with because it felt very delicate, lightweight and a limited envelope on volume swells. It's more for home use. Also, the trs cable was very short making set up more difficult than necessary.. Anyway, the Moog EP-3 has a solid, durable construction and the trs cable has plenty of length. The pedal has a smooth glide to it as well. I have one for home and live set ups.