--- product_id: 2552765 title: "Artesia Xkey 25 USB MIDI Controller - Gold" brand: "cme" price: "A$294" currency: AUD in_stock: true reviews_count: 12 category: "Cme" url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/2552765-artesia-xkey-25-usb-midi-controller-gold store_origin: AU region: Australia --- # 25 full-size velocity-sensitive keys USB-powered, no external hub needed Polyphonic aftertouch for expressive control Artesia Xkey 25 USB MIDI Controller - Gold **Brand:** cme **Price:** A$294 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎹 Elevate your sound anywhere with the sleek, ultra-portable Xkey 25! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Artesia Xkey 25 USB MIDI Controller - Gold by cme - **How much does it cost?** A$294 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/2552765-artesia-xkey-25-usb-midi-controller-gold) ## Best For - cme enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted cme brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Champagne Chic:** Sleek shimmering finish that stands out in any studio or gig setup - β€’ **Compact Powerhouse:** Barely wider than an iPad, perfect for on-the-go creativity - β€’ **Expressive Playability:** Polyphonic aftertouch lets you add nuanced dynamics to every note - β€’ **Plug & Play Simplicity:** USB connectivity means zero fussβ€”just connect and create - β€’ **Full-Size Keys, Full-Size Impact:** 25 velocity-sensitive keys deliver authentic piano feel in a portable form ## Overview The CME Xkey 25 USB MIDI Controller in Champagne offers 25 full-size velocity-sensitive keys with polyphonic aftertouch, delivering professional-grade expressiveness in a compact, lightweight design. USB-powered and highly portable, it’s ideal for musicians and producers who demand premium feel and functionality on the move. ## Description CME Key 25 Key Mobile Keyboard Controller (Champagne). 25 Velocity-Sensitive Full-Size Keys. Polyphonic After touch. Review: Great controller, but not "true" blue... - Barely wider than a standard iPad, this is a perfect portable 2-octave controller that still manages to incorporate pitch bend and mod functions as well as sustain and octave up/down for the full range of notes. The nearly-flush key profiles are a slight adjustment over other key beds, but pressure sensitivity and aftertouch more than make up for that. Plus the keys are full-size, not mini. It is MIDI over USB only, but no separate powered hub is required for use with iOS devices. One caveat for those purchasing the blue model: the product image is misleading. The housing is not the solid blue shown, but rather a much lighter blue with a shimmery sheen to it. For me, that was a little disappointing, but not a deal breaker. This is a great controller for sketching out ideas or just perusing the sound banks of your synth apps. Review: One key not working and traces of being used before. I had to return it. - Disappointed. I purchased this keyboard with great expectations and the one I received was damaged. Besides, it looked like it has been opened and tried before (and I assumed, also returned) because it had double tape on the box. One of the keys did not work properly and honestly I was expecting something better for the price. It is an amazing tool, the rest of the keys worked great, it is exactly as on the picture, but... mine was damaged and had to sadly return it. I am not sure if I want to buy it again. ## Features - CME Xkey 25 Key Mobile Keyboard Controller (Champagne) - 25 Velocity-Sensitive Full-Size Keys - Polyphonic After touch ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00MI437AQ | | Best Sellers Rank | #269,872 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #789 in Computer Recording MIDI Controllers | | Color Name | Champagne | | Connector Type | USB | | Customer Reviews | 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars (34) | | Date First Available | August 7, 2014 | | Hardware Interface | USB | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Weight | 1.73 pounds | | Item model number | XKEY25CHAMPAGNE | | Musical Style | Electronic | | Number of Keyboard Keys | 25 | | Product Dimensions | 20 x 10 x 2 inches | ## Product Details - **Brand:** CME - **Color:** Champagne - **Connectivity Technology:** USB - **Number of Keys:** 25 - **Special Feature:** Keyboard Controller ## Images ![Artesia Xkey 25 USB MIDI Controller - Gold - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61aSP3fc4iL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great controller, but not "true" blue... *by W***3 on September 2, 2016* Barely wider than a standard iPad, this is a perfect portable 2-octave controller that still manages to incorporate pitch bend and mod functions as well as sustain and octave up/down for the full range of notes. The nearly-flush key profiles are a slight adjustment over other key beds, but pressure sensitivity and aftertouch more than make up for that. Plus the keys are full-size, not mini. It is MIDI over USB only, but no separate powered hub is required for use with iOS devices. One caveat for those purchasing the blue model: the product image is misleading. The housing is not the solid blue shown, but rather a much lighter blue with a shimmery sheen to it. For me, that was a little disappointing, but not a deal breaker. This is a great controller for sketching out ideas or just perusing the sound banks of your synth apps. ### ⭐ One key not working and traces of being used before. I had to return it. *by J***Z on January 13, 2016* Disappointed. I purchased this keyboard with great expectations and the one I received was damaged. Besides, it looked like it has been opened and tried before (and I assumed, also returned) because it had double tape on the box. One of the keys did not work properly and honestly I was expecting something better for the price. It is an amazing tool, the rest of the keys worked great, it is exactly as on the picture, but... mine was damaged and had to sadly return it. I am not sure if I want to buy it again. ### ⭐⭐ Solid midi keyboard, but... *by S***N on January 27, 2018* Update: This thing just kinda stopped working after about a year and a half. I contacted support but the warranty was up so... Unfortunately I've given up on this brand. Solid midi keyboard but I've found that virtually no instruments, at least in Logic, use the aftertouch in any meaningful way. There's a few where it's like "oh, you can sorta tell here", but that's about it. This is of course no fault to Xkey, who've made a great product, but I was under the impression that after touch would add a lot more character to my sounds, but ended up doing literally nothing. For real expressiveness, I ended up going with a Roli Seaboard Block. I still use this Xkey all the time though, since the Roli is really proprietary. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/2552765-artesia-xkey-25-usb-midi-controller-gold](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/2552765-artesia-xkey-25-usb-midi-controller-gold) --- *Product available on Desertcart Australia* *Store origin: AU* *Last updated: 2026-05-07*