How to count keys on a keyboard

If you are an aspiring musician, you're likely familiar with keyboards and their intricate parts. Knowing how many keys your keyboard has can help you identify what models and sounds it is capable of playing. Fortunately, counting keys on a keyboard is relatively easy.

First, locate the row of white keys. These are the major keys, or "White Keys," that most people think of when they imagine playing a piano or keyboard. The number of white keys vary, but some keyboards may have up to 88.

Next, check for the smaller black keys situated between and above each group of two white keys. In nearly all keyboards, there are two black keys per group, with variations depending on the manufacturer or design. Count the black keys to determine how many total keys are in your keyboard –– this number is usually in multiples of twelve.

Most keyboards also feature additional buttons or sliders below their main cluster of white and black notes which can usually be used to adjust sound settings and program music samples from a computer or other connected device. This number varies depending on the model and style of your specific keyboard but are generally noted in any product manuals for reference if needed.

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