Actually a smaller keyboard will do too, they can be had for about 50 bucks. And really any keyboard with a few knobs and buttons and pitch wheel is ok.
You’ll find out soon enough when it’s time to switch. I have a friend who does electronic music production and hasn’t changed his el cheapo keyboard in like 3 years. Claims that although a bigger, more expensive one will give him some easier access to some features, that in the core workflow his current setup works well and he is so familiar with it that he figures there is not much efficiency gain to be had for now.
Again, like Terry said, it’s not mastering the software (or gear) that is important. You can use VERY basic gear/software to produce awesome tracks, provided you have all the musical skills and knowledge. The other way around is not gonna happen.
So, grab books/videos/courses on the topics Terry suggested and dig in with the theoretical part.
Greetinx.
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