Best Semi Weighted Midi Controllers in 2026

Music Production and Beat Maker Essential – USB powered MIDI controller with 25 mini MIDI keyboard velocity-sensitive keys for studio production, virtual synthesizer control and beat production

Total Control of your Production - Innovative 4-way thumbstick for dynamic pitch and modulation control, plus a built-in arpeggiator with adjustable resolution, range and modes

The MPC Experience - 8 backlit velocity-sensitive MPC-style MIDI beat pads with Note Repeat & Full Level for programming drums, triggering samples and controlling virtual synthesizer / DAW controls

Get hands on with Ableton Live - Have a seamless music making experience with Ableton Live and your Launchkey Mini. Have all the tools at your disposal with deep and intuitive Ableton Live control — including device macro control, track select, record, capture MIDI, clip and scene launch, stop/mute/solo, volume, pans and sends.

Get creative easily with arpeggiator - Easy to use but deeply controllable, Launchkey Mini’s creative arpeggiator allows you to change rhythm, beat, pattern, octave, gate and more to add a whole range of diversity to your ideas and melodies.

Play chords with one finger - Lay down chords for your track quick with fixed chord mode. Play a chord with one finger by assigning a fixed shape to the keys and it’ll transpose as you move up and down the keyboard.

Music Production Essential – MIDI keyboard controller with 88 full-size velocity-sensitive semi weighted keys for MIDI control of virtual instruments, software samplers and plug-in synthesisers

MIDI Keyboard Must-Haves - Volume fader, transport & directional buttons; pitch & modulation wheels, octave up & down buttons and sustain pedal input for expressive performances

Immediate Creativity - Effortless plug-and-play USB connectivity to Mac or PC—no drivers or power supply required; compatible with iOS devices via the Apple to USB Camera Adapter (sold separately)

Premium midi controller with 25 expressive synth-action keys, on-board pitch bend and modulation wheels for performances

8 Hyper-Sensitive backlit pads

Mac, PC and iOS compatible

Plug in the USB Powered V49 MKII MIDI keyboard, and turn your PC, Mac, or iOS device into a feature packed production studio - Ideal for home studio producers, piano beginners, and desktop djs

49 Full-Size, Velocity Sensitive, Synth Action Keys alongside 8 velocity sensitive backlit beat pads with full level and note repeat controls, all in a design that fits easily into your workspace

Create sample sounds or backing tracks with 4 MIDI-assignable knobs for virtual instrument and DAW control, plus octave and transpose buttons that enable access to the full keyboard range

MIDI Keyboard Essentials - 32 velocity-sensitive, semi weighted keys for playing virtual sampler instruments and virtual synthesizer plugins

Beat Maker Mainstays - 8 RGB backlit MIDI assignable velocity sensitive drum pads with Note Repeat for beat production, clip launching, soundboard triggering and more

Total Command of Your Music Production - 4 assignable knobs, buttons and faders for tactile MIDI control of virtual instruments, effect plugins, DAW controls and more

MIDI Keyboard with 61 full-sized, square-front, semi-weighted keys with after touch. USB MIDI and 5-pin MIDI Out offer flexible MIDI connectivity

Manipulate plugins and virtual instruments with hands-on controls. With VI61, you can open and close filters on virtual synthesizers, adjust volume levels in your mix, activate effects, and much more

16 velocity-sensitive trigger pads with illuminated RGB feedback for beat production and clip launching. Pitch and modulation wheels deliver expressive, creative control

co2CREA Hard Travel Case replacement for Nektar Impact LX25+ Premium midi controller

The case is shockproof dustproof and water resistance, protect your favorite device from bumps dents and scratches

Material: EVA, Color: Black

【Powerful keyboard】 Songwriters and Beat Maker Essential - USB powered MIDI controller with 25 mini MIDI keyboard velocity-sensitive keys for studio production, virtual synthesizer control and beat production.

【Wireless keyboard】It's very compact and portable, and you can connect it wirelessly to your device with Bluetooth, built-in 2,000 mAh battery can work for about 16 hours, you can easily slip this ultra-portable MIDI keyboard into almost any bag and take it with you to the studio, cafe or hotel to compose music.

【Music Production】 25 velocity-sensitive keys, 8 RGB backlit velocity-sensitive pads, 8 assignable rotary enconders, 2 Capactive touch stripes pitch bend to all your music studio plugins for mixing, tweaking synth controls and more.

All the features and expressive control you need to start making music with your computer, and at a price that delivers amazing value for money

Nektar DAW integration for most popular DAWs

Comprehensive MIDI functionailty. Compatible with all MIDI music software applications

Music Production and Beat Maker Essential – USB powered MIDI controller with 88 full size MIDI keyboard velocity-sensitive keys for studio production, virtual synthesizer control and beat production

Complete Control - Octave / Transpose buttons to access the full piano range; Pitch bend and modulation wheels; Assignable volume knob and transport controls for tactile DAW and virtual synth control

Universal Compatibility - Complete compatibility with any music production app that accepts a MIDI controller including Ableton Live, Cubase, Logic, MPC Beats and more

Benefits: The Arturia KeyLab MkII 49-Key MIDI Keyboard Controller is an expressive, versatile studio controller that works seamlessly with your DAW, virtual instruments, hardware, and modular gear

Features: It features dynamic performance and studio controls, including a high-quality 49-note keyboard with aftertouch, 16 RGB backlit pads, 9 faders, 9 rotary knobs, and dedicated DAW and transport controls

Construction: Encased in durable, tour-ready aluminum and decked out with wiggle-free knobs and faders, Arturia has created a controller designed from the ground up to not let you down

Music Production Essential – MIDI keyboard controller with 88 full-size velocity-sensitive semi weighted keys for MIDI control of virtual instruments, software samplers and plug-in synthesizers

MIDI Keyboard Must-Haves - Volume fader, transport & directional buttons; pitch & modulation wheels, octave up & down buttons and sustain pedal input for expressive performances

Immediate Creativity - Effortless plug-and-play USB connectivity to Mac or PC—no drivers or power supply required; compatible with iOS devices via the Apple to USB Camera Adapter

Perfect Feel, Ultimate Response - 88 fully-weighted, hammer-action velocity-sensitive keys deliver natural piano feel, faithfully replicating every subtle nuance of your performance

Plug & Play - Driverless class compliant and USB powered specification provides seamless USB-MIDI connection for playing virtual instruments, controlling recording software and more

Express Yourself - Conveniently located pitch bend, modulation, volume and octave controls for immersive, expressive performances

Package Dimensions: 8.382 cms (L) x 19.558 cms (W) x 92.964 cms (H)

Product Type: Keyboard Instruments

Package Quantity: 1

49-key semi-weighted keyboard with after touch

9 programmable faders, 8 encoders and 16 buttons for hands-on control over your DAW and virtual instruments; 4 velocity-sensitive trigger pads with after touch (two banks) for drum sounds and samples

Large LCD display provides real-time feedback; Dedicated Transpose and Octave buttons, Pitch Bend and Modulation wheels; 4 zones for creating splits and layering sounds

Nektar's most advanced MIDI Controller. 49 semi-weighted full-size velocity sensitive keys + aftertouch. Amazing number of controls available includes 100mm ALPS motorized touch-sensitive high resolution fader.

Deep DAW integration for Cubase, Logic, Studio One, Bitwig Studio, Nuendo, Mainstage, Reason and Reaper.

Comprehensive MIDI functionailty. Compatible with all MIDI music software applications

Lightweight and compact

Easy to use

Two knobs, two switches, and D-BEAM controller

Connect wirelessly to iPad, iPhone, or Mac

Lasts a month between battery changes

Usb compatible

[My Unique Keyboard] Nothing is as intuitive and special as the Xkey. From top performers to beginners or even kids, everyone loves it. If you search the internet, you will find musicians all over the world using it on the go, in the studio and on stage.

[Plug & Play] Simply connect to MacBook, PC, iPad/iPhone (with camera connection kit), and Android tablet (with OTG adapter) via USB, open your music software and play music. No driver installation, no learning curve, no guide needed. You will be surprised how easy it is to use, especially on the road.

[High-end build quality] Stylish and sturdy aluminum frame with a sandblasted finish, 10 million times life test of keys. Even lighter, slimmer and stronger than the iPad.

61-key velocity-sensitive, semi-weighted keyboard

Assignable Data encoder and Volume slider

Includes traditional MIDI Out, Sustain pedal input and USB connections

25-key midi keyboard controller with a single channel DAW controller in a rugged metal enclosure

Full sized piano keys are semi-weighted to provide realistic piano action

Backlit LED touch fader reacts in real-time with DAW

【Intelligent Dynamic Scale Mode】The MIDI keyboard introduces new performance features. You can play essential bass lines, melodies, and leads with ease thanks to intelligent dynamic scale mode. Furthermore, the 16-scale tones enable you to switch between many musical genres. If you enable intelligent dynamic scale mode, you won't have to be concerned about tuning issues when arranging.

【Real-time Multi-Mode Control】The MIDI controller's powerful arpeggio, note repeat, and chord functions allow you to create the music clips you need whenever and wherever you need them, fully open up the world of your expression and creativity, make music performance more enjoyable, and follow the pace of Donner DMK-25 Pro to explore more playability!

【Personalized Touch Bar with Light Scale】Your composition is easier using Pitch/ Mod touch mode. Even at home, the touch bar with a light scale gives you the impression that you are on stage.

EK490+ is a MIDI keyboard controller with 49-note semi-weighted piano type keyboard.

Product design in black and yellow tone, with mult function buttons and one LCD display screen

Pitch Bend wheel/Modulation wheel/Octave (up&down)

61 full size semi-weight velocity keys Build-in 128 high quality GM standard sounds

9 editable knob controllers with back light

8 groups of adjustable velocity curve

Music Production Bundle – Universal sustain pedal and professional USB MIDI keyboard controller with 49 keys and assignable controls – perfect for musicians, beat makers and performers

VI49 | The Centerpiece of your Music Studio – USB powered MIDI keyboard controller with 49 full-sized, square-front, semi weighted keys with after touch

VI49 | Express Yourself - Pitch and modulation wheels deliver expressive, creative control

【Wireless keyboard】It's very compact and portable, and you can connect it wirelessly to your device with Bluetooth, built-in 2,000 mAh battery can work for about 16 hours, you can easily slip this ultra-portable MIDI keyboard into almost any bag and take it with you to the studio, cafe or hotel to compose music.

【Powerful keyboard】Multifunctional MIDI keyboard features velocity-sensitive keys, RGB backlit velocity-sensitive pads, assignable rotary enconders and capacitive touch stripes, which can pitch bend to all your music studio plugins for mixing, tweaking synth controls and more. You can use CubeSuite app to freely customize your keyboard, such as the RGB colors of backlit pad, pressing strength, channel, etc.

【Music Production】 25 velocity-sensitive keys, 8 RGB backlit velocity-sensitive pads, 8 assignable rotary enconders, 2 Capactive touch stripes pitch bend to all your music studio plugins for mixing, tweaking synth controls and more.

♫【 Wireless MIDI keyboard】A new wireless midi controller with Bluetooth connectivity that is easy to operate. Built-in battery, the MIDI keyboard can be USB powered or used wirelessly. Lightweight and portable, you can create inspired work or performances at any time.

♫【 Complete control】USB MIDI keyboard with 25 natural-touch, force-sensitive mini MIDI keys, 8 repeat note beat pads, 8 assignable 360° knobs and 8 buttons useful for music production, virtual synth control and beat making.

♫【 Perfectly compatible】Our wireless MIDI controllers are compatible with major platforms such as IOS, Win and Android, and perfectly match the sound sources of the major sequencing software.

i2-61 is midi keyboard controller with 61 full sized dynamic keys

Product design in black tone, simple but functional

Pitch bend/modulation wheels/Data entry slider/3-segment blue LED display

49 semi-weighted full-size keys featuring expressive velocity and after-touch functionality

9 motorized 60 mm touch-sensitive faders to control your DAW mixer, drawbar organ, soft synths or effect units

8 backlit drum pads with velocity and pressure-sensitivity for ultimate drum and sample-loop performance