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Best Small Midi Controller for Film Composers

A midi controller is essential for the DIY film composer. You don’t need a huge studio (or huge budget) to add one to your toolkit. There are many small midi controllers that pack a ton of features into a small form factor. In this post, I review my favorites so you can pick the best one for your project.

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Akai Fire Midi Controller Review

The Akai Fire is the first hardware device custom-built for FL Studio. It features a lot of user-friendly integrations that make the DAW experience better. But, it may not be the best tool for a film composer to invest in. Read my full review below.

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How Much Does Studio Gear Cost To Start Composing Film Music?

Build Your Studio On Any Budget

If you’re just starting out as a film composer, you may be intimidated by the sheer number of options available for setting up your studio workstation, and the price tag involved. Studio gear costs can seem like a huge hurdle to composers who are just starting out.

However, you can build out your studio rig with professional gear no matter your budget – even if that budget is $0!

Read on for options available to you at different DIY price points.

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