am i required to use the audio outputs, or can i also use it as a midi connection only and direct the sound to airplay?

I can comfirm you can use the MIDI connection and airplay at the same time. I am doing it a this moment with a MIDI controller connected to my iPad 2 through the Korg Plugkey, and sound is coming from my TV connected to an Apple TV which is using Airplay with my iPad.The only issue is that the sound delay produced by Airplay is unaceptable for playing live.

Im concerned about the sound quality is it good for live performance

Yea, I have a lot of fun with mine. It's really fun using all the different korg apps with just one midi keyboard or pad controller. I have an MPK61 and they work well together. Thinking of getting a newer iPad for getting enhanced sound quality.

Does it work with iPhone 8?

Yes. It supports iOS, including iPhone 7 and up

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With the plug KEY, a rich selection of iPhone/iPad musical instrument apps such as KORG Module and Apple GarageBand can be played seriously and easily from your keyboard. Use plug KEY to connect your digital piano to an iPhone that has KORG Module installed, and your old digital piano will be reborn with the latest high-quality piano sounds. The plug KEY provides not only MIDI but also high-quality audio interface functionality for your iPhone/iPad via 1/4" jack audio outputs Includes free iOS apps including Korg Gadget and Korg Module The plug KEY is equipped with a DC5V port so you can charge your iOS device via the plug KEY. ›See more product details

Colour Name:Black The plug KEY is a portable MIDI + audio interface that is the answer for those who want to use a keyboard of their own choice to play iOS musical instrument apps or produce music. Simply use the plug KEY to connect a MIDI keyboard to your iPhone/iPad, and start playing. Now you can enjoy using your own keyboard to easily play a stupendous array of musical instrument apps that deliver serious sounds and convenient functions. You can use your iPhone/iPad while charging it. Audio interface functionality with stereo output is also provided, so the plug KEY is an ideal choice for those who want to use musical instruments apps in the studio or on stage. The plug KEY is your key to a new style of music, brought to you by KORG, the company that continues to provide both musical instrument apps and a wide selection of keyboard instruments from synthesizers to electric pianos. The Korg plug KEY MIDI Audio Interface has been designed specifically for iOS musical instrument apps and software. Simply plug your keyboard or MIDI controller into the plug KEY via a MIDI cable, then connect the interface to your iOS device with the built-in lightning connector and begin enjoying a wide variety of creative possibilities. Ideal for live and studio performances alike, the Korg plug KEY Interface also features studio-quality 1/4'' audio outputs, volume control and a 1/8'' stereo mini jack output for headphones. Compatible with: iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone SE, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5, iPad Pro (9.7-inch), iPad Pro (12.9-inch), iPad mini 4, iPad Air 2, iPad mini 3, iPad Air, iPad mini 2, iPad mini, iPad 4th generation, iPod touch (5th, and 6th generation)

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J**O

A great solution for getting midi & power in, and audio out of your iOS device

This is one of the few solutions available for connecting midi cables and power to your iPad at the same time. It also has 2 high quality audio jacks to route audio out to your speakers or mixer. It's pretty expensive though, probably because there's virtually no other devices that can do the same!If your midi device has a USB connector, you might be better off using the official Apple "Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adaptor" which enables you to plug in a USB device and power cable at the same time. Obviously though you wont get the audio outputs with this option and you'll have to use the headphone socket (unless Apple has got rid of that as well...)Despite not being mentioned from the compatibility list, this works fine with my iPad Air 3. Unfortunately it seems like this will not work with newer iPads going forward, as Apple seems to be transitioning away from lightning connectors towards USB C.

2.07.2020

M**A

A Grand Piano in your pocket - who'd a thunk it

Perfect, well designed, one trick pony.Nothing out there better IMHO if you want to use your iOS device as a sound module.The fact that it can charge the device while in use is a blessing as some iOS audio apps (I'm looking at you Ravenscroft) can hit your device battery hard (even when idle).Great for revitalising old Clavinovas!

7.02.2020

A**R

Good and nice, if works. Used only handful of times and broke.

Not recommended to buy. Very fragile. Bought it for the case , I would have no easy access to my proper keyboard. Kept it in the drawer for most of the time. Recently wanted to use it a bit more, unfortunately stopped working. Basically item , which has not been sufficiently well created. Korg has got a lot of to do, Real shame. No guarantee as I can see.

6.07.2020

M**G

Very useful

Works well, only criticism is that the cable is a bit on the short side, which, in my situation, means the device sits under my iPad stand. Not the end of the world. Hence still 5 stars.

6.10.2019

B**L

Good Device

Definitely needed this to connect my midi keyboard to my iPhone to be able to play the keyboard app. Plugkey compatible with iPhones listed.

18.07.2019

K**T

Perfect connection device with lots of connection options for output.

Connecting my midi device to iPhone XR and iPhone 6 perfectly.

13.01.2020

S**N

KORG

Great product for triggering sounds from iPad/iPhone.

18.03.2019

E**K

Four Stars

Great product, works very well. Good quality, size, connectors and control

3.03.2018

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