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Novation FLkey 2 Mini 25 — 25-Mini-Key MIDI Controller Keyboard for FL Studio Beginners. Make Beats with USB, Pitch & Mod Strips, 16 Drum Pads, and Arpeggiator — Inc. 6 Months of FL Studio
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Novation FLkey 2 Mini 25

Bottom line: The Novation FLkey 2 Mini 25 is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the audio & midi category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Backed by Novation's warranty and support channels

Cons

  • ✗ Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated

Manufacturer description

Sketch beats and finish tracks fast with the mini keyboard controller for FL Studio. Two octaves of great-feeling mini-keys, polyphonic-aftertouch pads, and an array of knobs and buttons give you full control of your FL Studio projects. FLkey Mini 25 is hardwired to your most important tools and workflows — from step sequencing in the Channel Rack to mixing, creating Patterns, and controlling plugins.

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Novation FLkey 2 Mini 25 using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the audio & midi category. Novation's audio & midi lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for audio & midi of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • Made for FL Studio: Play instruments, create sequences, build tracks with Patterns, and take control of your mix.
  • Play basslines and melodies: The 25 synth-action mini-keys are ideal for sketching your ideas — pitch and mod touch strips offer added expression.
  • Lay down beats: 16 velocity-sensitive pads are perfect for step sequencing in the Channel Rack and finger drumming with FPC, Slicex, or Fruity Slicer.
  • Mix your tracks: Fine-tune levels, sweep filters, dial in effects, and more. Everything maps directly to the eight knobs.
  • No chord packs needed: Easily lay down chord progressions, melodies, and patterns with built-in Scale and Chord modes, plus a powerful arpeggiator.
  • Start creating right away: Get six months of FL Studio Producer Edition, plus Novation Play and a selection of instruments and effects from our partners.

Full Specifications

BrandNovation
ColorBlack/Orange
InstrumentKeyboard
Model NameFlkey 2 Mini 25
Model Year2026
Unit Count1.0 Count
ConnectivityUSB
Control TypeKeyboard Controller, Drum Pad Controller
Model NumberAMS-FLKEY-2-MINI-25
Product Style25 Keys Mini
Connector TypeMIDI
Control MethodTouch
Lay down beats16 velocity-sensitive pads are perfect for step sequencing in the Channel Rack and finger drumming with FPC, Slicex, or Fruity Slicer.
Number of Keys25
Mix your tracksFine-tune levels, sweep filters, dial in effects, and more. Everything maps directly to the eight knobs.
Special FeatureMade for FL Studio
Total USB Ports1
Hardware PlatformMIDI Controller
Compatible DevicesPC, Synthesizer, Groovebox.
Hardware InterfaceUSB
Full listing titleNovation FLkey 2 Mini 25 — 25-Mini-Key MIDI Controller Keyboard for FL Studio Beginners. Make Beats with USB, Pitch & Mod Strips, 16 Drum Pads, and Arpeggiator — Inc. 6 Months of FL Studio

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