These buttons can actually have their function altered to send out program change messages, change the global MIDI channel or select one of the five user presets so they’re more flexible than they appear at first glance. To the left of the keyboard are quick octave and transpose buttons, very useful for changing settings mid-performance without having to dig around in any sub menus to find the controls. There are four selectable velocity curves available as well as three fixed curves, and the regulation pitch-bend and modulation wheels. They feel responsive and realistic enough for piano or synth-style playing but without making the unit as a whole overly heavy.

The keyboard itself has full size, velocity sensitive and semi-weighted keys which offer a good combination of playability and portability.

The keyboard actually comes with a copy of Studio One Artist on disc, and there’s the option to download it from Presonus’ website after registration, for owners of newer computers that lack optical drives. Once downloaded you can install specific support for Digital Performer, GarageBand, Logic, Cubase, Nuendo, Reaper, Sonar, Reason and Studio One. This is slightly fiddly, with a few hoops to jump through on the website and you have to register before you can get at the files.

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