Is this a good controller for a beginner?

http://www.behringer.com/UMX25/

I want to get something fairly inexpensive cuz I got a family and all so I cant go spending crazy money on equipment (why I got the 500 which I love). Any thoughts on this Behringer? Any and all advice would be much appreciated.

Looks like it might do the job... I personally would also recommend

M-Audio Axiom 25 25-Key USB MIDI Controller (google it) it's about $179 but maybe a step up from the 1 your lookin at...I've had this one for awhile and am quite happy with the investment...goodluck

Thanks the M-Audio looks pretty good and it's also in a decent price range.

Captain Hook wrote:Thanks the M-Audio looks pretty good and it's also in a decent price range.

I bought the axiom 49 for $220 brand new from moogaudio (a local music / mpc store here in montreal) and the owner was super chill because he never charges me tax.

the pads are not too bad, but not as good as the 3000 or 2000. however the axiom series is rugged. they are heavy, solid, and they are easy to set up.

I have the Axiom 49... couldn't be happier!

taxman806 wrote:I have the Axiom 49... couldn't be happier!

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i would get a microkorg instead then you don't need the computer and your whole setup can run off batteries

sorry that's not what you asked

axiom is better

used edirol is cheaper

25 keys is pretty small I would want at least 37.

distortedtekno wrote:

taxman806 wrote:I have the Axiom 49... couldn't be happier!

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i love my Axiom 49... i sold ALL my music and personal stuff... (laptop, MPC, SP404, Korg MS2K)

but i kept the Axiom... best midi/usb controller you can get that wont dent you pocket IMO...

cant wait to put it to use with Logic.

a must have if you looking for a Controller.

I love my Axiom as well, very solid piece, keys feel decent for something in that price range, more features than i will ever take advantage of.


25 keys might be too small though. Some people love the little 25 key midi controllers. Other people, like me, can't stand to even touch one. You can't really go wrong by getting a bigger board, unless you want it to be portable or you lack space.

I love the Carillon Control 49. 49 keys, 8 faders, 8 rotaries, good responsive keyboard and cheap as chips.

http://www.turnkey.co.uk/product.php?item=carillon-control-49-controller-keyboard

ghostlywhitemachines wrote:I love the Carillon Control 49. 49 keys, 8 faders, 8 rotaries, good responsive keyboard and cheap as chips.

http://www.turnkey.co.uk/product.php?item=carillon-control-49-controller-keyboard

Damn that's a decent deal right there, ahhh wait a minute...that's Europe money...lol Wonder what 79 Euros is in America?

Its in pounds actually, about 140 USD give or take.

Forgive my lack of knowledge there...yea that's still a decent deal tho!

I'm going with the M-Audio Axiom 61 key midi-controller I found one for $150.00
Thanks for the advice guys.

Captain Hook wrote:I'm going with the M-Audio Axiom 61 key midi-controller I found one for $150.00
Thanks for the advice guys.

im waiting to get the whole money i need to boy the axiom 61! it looks like a good midi board