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With a wide selection of handpicked, high-quality sounds from the oriental sound palette and a host of appropriate accompaniment styles, an Oriental keyboard is the right instrument for anyone who appreciates classical or modern oriental music.
Why a dedicated keyboard for oriental music?
That's a legitimate question. After all, you can play a wide variety of music on a good keyboard. To make the right decision, let's first look at the typical characteristics of Arabic music:
Characteristics of Arabic music
Arabic music was transmitted without notation. There is no polyphony and no counterpoint, and therefore no bass groove. Its rhythm usually consists of a precisely fixed sequence that is maintained throughout the piece. It is very complex, with irregular patterns and scales. A central element of Arabic music is also the human voice in its full range. The various instruments do not strive to blend into one another but rather produce a heterophonic (split) sound, similar to what we know from Renaissance music. Musicians interact much more with their audience, creating space for improvisation.
What can an Oriental keyboard do?
The Oriental keyboard addresses these exact points. In addition to the standard rhythms of pop, rock and jazz, there is a large number of Oriental styles. For example, the PA4X 76 Oriental from Korg offers more than 190 Oriental styles with intros, fills, endings and count-ins. Sounds are international too. A good Oriental keyboard provides both European and global sounds and an especially wide selection of typical Oriental sounds and drum kits.
When do you need an Oriental keyboard?
If you make music frequently and are open-minded and keen to learn, you'll enjoy an Oriental keyboard. This also applies if you like to experiment and don't want your sound prescribed. Of course fans of Oriental music will also be well served by an Oriental keyboard.
How much does an Oriental keyboard cost?
An Oriental keyboard is always at least two-in-one – with it you can produce Western and Oriental music at a high level of quality. Such an instrument clearly belongs in the upper price range, as the high-end Oriental keyboards from Korg demonstrate. In return you get an instrument that is unique in terms of sound, versatility, handling, sound system and much more.
What should I pay attention to when buying an Oriental keyboard?
If you want to buy an Oriental keyboard, the same rules apply as for any other keyboard – plus a few extras. So look for 61 keys with velocity sensitivity, a backlit display and sufficient inputs and outputs. In addition, a true Oriental keyboard should offer at least 100 typical oriental sounds and at least as many Oriental styles. If you use the keyboard to accompany vocals, there are original Oriental voices and Oriental kits that support the singing perfectly. With a high-quality Oriental keyboard you'll expand your repertoire and open up new sonic worlds for yourself and your listeners.