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Lou

I have pre-ordered the 61, but in waiting for the Kronos to come in, I have been thinking if I should go for the 73.

You see, I don't play keys all that well, I'm not what you would call a player, but have fun regardless. I can put together a good track with vocals, been doing it for ages.
That's pretty much why I hang with Korg and of course Karma, which can help anyone sound half decent and at the same time bring creative ideas to the table. ( Smile

) I won't be playing out or moving the board once it lands in my studio.

My question is even though it's obvious that a synth action plays a little easier I was wondering if having the extra octave, and not being a piano player would still benefit me in this scenario?
All comment appreciated, thanks.
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ScoobyDoo555 · Posted: Sat May 28, 2011 8:06 pm Post subject:

Well, I *am* a pro-keyboard player..... but I'm not going for a 73 or 88. I've already got a Roland A80 & Yamaha KX88 for weighted feel. Don't really want another one for my studio, nor do I relish the thought of lugging it for my live work!! Laughing

However, there advantages, primarily the extra notes Embarassed

but also the feel you get from playing a weighted keybed.

It might not be something you need for your music, but it might be worth considering.
I also personally don't like playing fast synth riffs on weighted keys - but this is a personal preference, and of course you may not be doing that type of thing.

Hope this helps Cool

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Lou · Posted: Sat May 28, 2011 8:21 pm Post subject:

ScoobyDoo555 · Posted: Sat May 28, 2011 8:28 pm Post subject:

feel was a the wrong term - thinking more so of "expression"......
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Mystic38 · Senior Member Joined: 27 Dec 2010 Posts: 266

The extra keys is a big plus.. If you create and use multi part setups you have extra range of keys for splits.
If you play piano at all the extra expression from the weighted keys is a big plus, not to mention many songs require the extra keys at the bass end.
If you are practicing and learning keys, then you will get stronger quicker by practicing on weighted keys.
My suggestion would be the 73 keys then add if you wat, a nice action controller such as a novation 49 if you want the speed of synth leads and you are not fast enough with weighted keys
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Lou · Posted: Sat May 28, 2011 9:14 pm Post subject:

EXer · Posted: Sat May 28, 2011 9:15 pm Post subject:

Lou · Posted: Sat May 28, 2011 9:19 pm Post subject:

dustymaestro · Joined: 13 Apr 2011 Posts: 46

Why are most of you guys going for the 73 and not the 88?

Lou · Posted: Sat May 28, 2011 9:40 pm Post subject:

ScoobyDoo555 · Posted: Sat May 28, 2011 9:42 pm Post subject:

Synthesizedclapping · Posted: Sat May 28, 2011 10:49 pm Post subject:

Once I work up the money, I'll certainly be going for 73. 61 I find is just not enough and with all the parts in combi mode it'll help having an extra octave. It's hard because I love synth riffs. But it's easier to get a heavy weighted Kronos and a lighter controller than vice versa.
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MidnightPackage · Full Member Joined: 03 Apr 2011 Posts: 171

Lou, I agree with those that have recommended the 73. Expressive control of piano dynamics is much better with a fully weighted keybed. And the extra octave will be nice when using splits. You can always take one of your synth-action keyboards and put it on the tier above your Kronos so that you can enjoy the best of both worlds. I am doing something similar, except that I already have an 88 key weighted piano. I will be putting my Kronos 61 on the upper tier. Like you, during the wait for my Kronos I have tossed back and forth about which model to get. But I think in your case, not already having a fully weighted keyboard, the choice is a bit easier. I don't think you will be disappointed, and it will help your piano playing a lot.
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Lou · Posted: Sat May 28, 2011 11:31 pm Post subject:

MidnightPackage · Full Member Joined: 03 Apr 2011 Posts: 171

I think, for me, if I were trying to consolidate and use a single keyboard, I would get the 88. This is because piano playing is the heart of what I do, and for that I need 88 hammer weighted keys. I think in your case, wanting just a single keyboard, there is another reason to consider the 73 or the 88. The extra octave will make splits and combi playing much better. However, if this will be your one and only keyboard, I highly recommend spending some time at a weighted keyboard and see how it feels for you. It does take more strength, and some things are more difficult, such as fast leads and organ playing. I would just hate to see you disappointed or frustrated with the action once you get it.
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