Midi keyboard via USB

[jerozgz]

Hello!!!
I have buyed my receptor just 1 month ago, and i have a question.
I suppose i can connect my midi keyboard via usb (I just have connected via midi cable)...but...if i buy a USB powerd midi keyboard...can I cannect it to Receptor and work with this keyboard with no external power suply for the keyboard? Can Receptor power a usb powered keyboard?

THanks!!!!

[looneytunes]

Hello jerozgz,

Yes - you can power and use a USB keyboard - for most USB keyboards/controllers. The key is that whichever USB device that you use, it must be a "class compliant" USB device. Many/most USB keyboards are class compliant, but a few earlier ones are not. Check out other threads in this forum - many people have confirmed their devices as working or not.

For me, I've used the Emu XBoards and M-Audio Axiom controllers via USB without any problems.

Regards,
Kevin L

[thesoundsmith]

Not all boards will be able to se the USB power, though. My Axiom 61 does just fine, but I had to power my M-Audio Prokeys88sx, USB couldn't handle it. But it would still connect fine.

[jerozgz]

I want to connect this keyboard...
http://www.thomann.de/es/esi_keycontrol_25_xl.htm
i will use it just to play some samplers in kontakt.

I suposse I try to do it....and...if it doesn't work......is not a very expensive keyboard!!! hehehe

THANKS.

[thesoundsmith]

Well, it won't need much current, should work just fine as long as it is compliant.

[jerozgz]

Hello...and thanks!!!
I have buy this keyboard last week.... in 2-3 days, will be at home

THANKS!!!!

[jerozgz]

Hey!!!
finally, I've got the Esi Keycontrol 25 XL, and everything is perfect!!! and of course, it works without power suply (works via usb)

THANKS!!!