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M-Audio Oxygen Pro 61

Ranked #1 of 6 in Best MIDI Keyboard Controllers for Beat Makers and Producers (2026). Here is every spec we scored, where it came from, and how it compares.

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#1 · Top pick

M-Audio Oxygen Pro 61

Best for: The most complete feature list here, including key aftertouch

9.8/10

What we like

  • Channel aftertouch on the keys
  • 16 pads, 9 faders, 8 knobs
  • 5-pin MIDI out

Watch out for

  • 61 keys need a wide desk

Score breakdown

Keys 20%
Drum pads 20%
Knobs / encoders 15%
Faders 15%
Key aftertouch 15%
5-pin MIDI out 15%
Keys61
Drum pads16
Knobs / encoders8
Faders9
Key aftertouchYes
5-pin MIDI outYes
KeysSemi-weighted, velocity-sensitive, channel aftertouch
Pads16 RGB velocity-sensitive with Note Repeat
DisplayOLED
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How it compares

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Novation Launchkey 49 MK4
7.9/10
#2 · Ableton Live users who want lots of controls in a mid-size board
Arturia KeyLab Essential 61 mk3
7.5/10
#3 · Players who want 61 keys plus a full control surface
Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol M32
6.4/10
#4 · Komplete and Kontakt users who want deep plugin integration
Akai Professional MPK Mini IV
6.2/10
#5 · Beat makers with a small desk or a backpack setup
Arturia MiniLab 3
5.3/10
#6 · A compact board that still has faders