IK Multimedia iRig Keys Keyboard for USB and iOS Devices

Freedom of Expression
The universal portable keyboard

iRig KEYS is the first ultra-slim and highly portable universal MIDI controller keyboard for iPhone, iPod touch, iPad and Mac/PC. iRig KEYS connects directly to the iOS device 30 pin dock connector or the USB port on your Mac/PC. It features 37 velocity-sensitive mini-keys — 3 full octave range plus one note, taking a minimal space on your desktop and can easily fit in a backpack or a carry-on bag.

iRig KEYS with iPhone

iRig KEYS is Core MIDI and USB class compliant for a true plug-and-play experience both with iOS devices or Mac/PC, with no additional app, software or drivers to be installed to have it go and running. For total mobility, iRig KEYS is also an ultra-low power consumption unit.

iRig KEYS with laptop

When hooked up to an iPhone/iPod touch/iPad, it can be powered by the device, and for longer playing sessions it can be powered by the available USB port. When connected to a Mac/PC, the USB port powers it.

iRig KEYS is the ultimate portable keyboard players and producers companion. Use it any time and anywhere inspiration strikes you... simply hook it up to your device or computer and start playing. You can use iRig KEYS for live performance or for songwriting and composition with the included app and software or with a multitude of other MIDI compatible instruments and recorders on any iOS, MacOS or Windows system.

Features

37 velocity-sensitive mini-keys (3 full octaves range plus one note)
Modulation and pitch bend wheels
Volume/Data knob (assignable)
Octave/Program Up/Down back-lit, soft-touch buttons
SET button to store and recall 4 different customized setups
Input for an optional sustain or expression pedal
Core MIDI (iOS) and USB class compliant (Mac/PC) - plug and play
Powered from the iOS device or Mac/PC USB
Comes with SampleTank FREE iOS and iGrand Piano FREE apps (download from the App store)
Comes with free Mac/PC virtual instrument: SampleTank 2 L (download from IK User Area)

A small controller with great features

For maximum playing comfort and versatility, iRig KEYS includes modulation and pitch-bending wheels, plus an input for an optional sustain or expression pedal that accommodates any virtuosic playing style, all housed in a sleek ultra-compact durable package.

iRig KEYS

iRig KEYS features an easy to use control panel that gives you 5 backlit soft-touch buttons and one volume/data knob. You will find Program and Octave up/down buttons plus a Set button that will allow you to store up to 4 different set ups for the complete iRig KEYS configuration. An Edit mode is also available to transpose the keyboard, send specific program change messages, customize touch sensitivity, change MIDI channel, reassign Vol/Data knob MIDI control change and access to other useful MIDI functions in a flash.

All these parameters can be stored in Sets using the Set button and recalled in a snap, to allow for quick sounds switching and easy control of various instruments or apps on the fly.