stepay Posted February 21, 2011 Posted February 21, 2011 Getting closer to making a decision and while I will play all of these keyboards and look at all the specs with a fine-toothed comb, I'm looking for any opinions. At about $1,099, the M-50 is at the top of my range I think. The Gi is $999, and the Di is $699. So far in another thread I started last year, lots suggested the M-50 which is why it's on this list. It does seem to be a good choice. Now, I'm just focusing a bit on these three. I know this is chump change to most of you, but I'm not gigging these days and just need something fun to play with at home. Thanks in advance. Steve (Stevie Ray) "Do the chickens have large talons?"
Synthoid Posted February 21, 2011 Posted February 21, 2011 I'm not gigging these days and just need something fun to play with at home. I'd recommend the M50 for the "biggest bang" for the buck--especially for home use--as none of the keyboards you listed offer the sturdiest build quality. When an eel hits your eye like a big pizza pie, that's a Moray.
Sven Golly Posted February 21, 2011 Posted February 21, 2011 If you're looking to do any songwriting/recording, especially including vocals/guitar, the Gi is the front-runner. Otherwise, meh... pick whichever one floats your boat sound-wise.
JpScoey Posted February 21, 2011 Posted February 21, 2011 ..... just need something fun to play with at home. IMO you can't go wrong with the Korg M50. I've had SOOOO much enjoyment playing mine - it's a great (& versatile) 'board. John. some stuff on myspace Nord: StageEX-88, Electro2-73, Hammond: XK-1, Yamaha: XS7 Korg: M3-73 EXpanded, M50-88, X50, Roland: Juno D, Kurzweil: K2000vp.
Mike Warren Posted February 21, 2011 Posted February 21, 2011 I haven't got a clue which would be best for you, but I don't want the Juno Di to feel neglected, so I'm recommending that one. DigitalFakeBook Free chord/lyric display software for windows.
ADino Posted February 21, 2011 Posted February 21, 2011 Ive always liked the Korg sounds, very useful. I recently piked up an M50-76 to use atop my CP50 for when the need arises. Great Korg sounds n its like 18lbs.
Bill H. Posted February 22, 2011 Posted February 22, 2011 http://columbus.craigslist.org/msg/2215048108.html
tarkus Posted February 22, 2011 Posted February 22, 2011 the Juno Di is overpriced garbage. it has stock program that you'd expect, but not very user programmable. the SH-01 is better value for the same price. it is not in the same class as the M50 since the Juno Di is very limited and cheaply constructed. I haven't experienced the Gi
ADino Posted February 23, 2011 Posted February 23, 2011 As I mentioned, I piked up an m50-76..its really a pretty good board..but I have to also mention, Ive been using pianos/weighted action boards for so long..I hate the action on this thing... Im in action shock.... theres no gettin around it, I simply hate it...its only like 17 lbs n covers non piano gigs very well, I still hate it though...the action anyway....theres a rant 4 ya.
LarsHarner Posted February 26, 2011 Posted February 26, 2011 I had traded in my Triton LE to cover my P95 and was looking for a new workstation + a digital recorder. I was considering doing a M50 (61 even though I loved the 88 key RH3) + a newer Tascam. I came across the Gi and purchased it 3 days after playing it the first time. I like the action better than the Triton LE and having the 8 track recorder built in is a deal breaker since you do not have to use line outs. You can also use a mcirophone or guitar in it. As well as a 16gb sd card. sounds are a personal preference but i like the b3's acousitcs pianos. my small gripe is that you almost have to use the metromnome as a rythm track and then replace it with a different patteren in the digital recorder. I would say if you were/are planning on using the M50 primarily for use with a digital recorder then strongly strongly consider the Gi.
johnchop Posted February 26, 2011 Posted February 26, 2011 I hate the action on this thing... Im in action shock.... Sadly, they didn't go with the M3 action, I guess to keep costs down. Yeah, it's pretty bad, but no worse IMO than others in that price range. I make software noises.
ADino Posted February 26, 2011 Posted February 26, 2011 I tried the M3, much better action on it than the m50. Costs quite a bit and whats up w/the module section? If they made that as a normal module, a rack mount, I wouldve simply got that n midi'd to the cp50. Nomo action shock 8) Still, it does what I got it for, aside from the action, it works.
Bill H. Posted February 26, 2011 Posted February 26, 2011 The M3 61 with the Radias expansion for $1100 (same price as an M50 61) is now sold in the Columbus Craigslist ad I put a link to above. I wonder if Stepay was the buyer.
Sven Golly Posted February 26, 2011 Posted February 26, 2011 I tried the M3, much better action on it than the m50. Costs quite a bit This is pretty obvious, no? and whats up w/the module section? If they made that as a normal module, a rack mount If they'd done that, it would have been an entirely different run of production, in stead of just making more of the same parts that go with the keyboard. Also, add the extra design time to reposition all the realtime controls and whatnot to fit into a standard 19" width, and costs would've gone up yet again. Seems like a pretty obvious choice to just make the brain available separately. Sure, you wouldn't have bought it, but why would you want to put all those realtime controls away from your rig in a rack? What would be the point?
ADino Posted February 27, 2011 Posted February 27, 2011 I think you can buy the brain section seperate.. As far as the rack, when I do use a rack, its positioned to my immediate left, so to me is no difference where the controls are. Besides, Id rather just play piano.
kyehuelin Posted April 10, 2011 Posted April 10, 2011 Hey guys, Im going to add my questions to this thread (to get your thoughts directly) but also start a new one with the same questions. - Ive bought a JUNO STAGE. (£800 ex demo display usually they are £1000) - Im just starting out with keyboard lessons at the moment. And want to get in to digital music production a bit further down the line (Cubase etc) so I want decent synth capability. - I dont know if I have chosen the best thing for the money. (£800) I still have time to replace it. 14 day period of - £800 is my top budget. - My concern is: is key weighting. And keyboard quality. Having read some reviews, many people seem to think the keyboard quality on the JS is cheaper and lighter than some other semi weighted keyboards. Since I am using it to learn on, I am worried that the key action is quite light (sprung) which from what I understand is not so good for learning on. Its also suggested that the synth/sound functionality on the juno stage is a bit outdated too? Here are my questions: 1) Are there any better keyboards out there that have? a) a higher quality more weighted feel to them ( but are still semi weighted b) Better synth/sound function. c) Same price or less than £800 d) Minimum 61 keys. Preferably 70+ 2) Should I just be happy with what Ive got and get on with it? 3) does the juno GI have exactly the same action as the Juno Stage? Or does the stage have a slightly more weighty action? (if there is no difference then I may swap the stage for the GI because it has better functionality. But then again, learning to play on 70+ keys would be better?) All a bit confusing. Please advise. Thanks in advance.
Sven Golly Posted April 10, 2011 Posted April 10, 2011 Please advise. Thanks in advance. Welcome to the forum. My advice is that you should only post a question in one thread. Best of luck.
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