Setting up a midi-based keys rig is overwhelming. Perhaps because there's no one 'right' way to do it. With midi and software you can make your rig do whatever you want it to do (if you know how) - we're talking multiple stacked keyboards, hardware synths, redundant audio interfaces, and even the odd guitar pedal here and there.

But regardless of the specifics, there's some fundamental gear every keys rig needs. The stuff that should go with you every single time you play at church.

In this new video I break the gear that always goes in my bag whenever I'm scheduled at keys. Including a few pieces of backup gear that have saved me more than once.

The Gear

Computer - MacBook Air with Apple M1 Chip, 16GB RAM

Usb Cables - Cable Matters

Cable Ties

Power - Furman Power Conditioner 

Midi Controller - Korg NANOKONTROL 2

Korg NANOKONTROL 2 Skin

Sustain Pedal

Audio Interface - Focusrite Scarlett 4i4

In-Ear Monitors - Sennheiser IE 400 Pro

Gaff Tape

Laptop Stand

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