Akai Professional MPK mini MK3 Grey

The best now even better

Your entry into the world of professional production starts here. Akai Professional presents the MPK mini Special Edition Grey, the third version of the world's best-selling 25-minute key plug & play USB MIDI keyboard controller that has redefined how a generation of creatives make music. Everything the modern music producer wants is here: Universal compatibility for instant integration with your favorite music production host app; Compact size makes it an ideal travel companion; Thanks to its arsenal of beat pads, an arpeggiator, MPC Note Repeat & Full Level, a 4-way joystick, and MIDI-assignable controls, you take full control of every aspect of your production; New, dynamic Gen 2 keyboard ensures your performance is rendered with every subtle nuance. For beginners, MPK mini is a complete package with everything you need to create your next hit from start to finish. For professional producers, MPK mini is like a Swiss Army knife, suitable for any musical task. Leave your old obstacles behind and start your next song with MPK mini.

Ultimate Performer

New to MPK mini is the redesigned, dynamic Gen 2 keyboard that will satisfy even the most demanding keyboard players. From concert grand to cutting synth melodies, this keyboard brings out the best in any playing style.

MPC Pad Power

Add a human touch to your drum tracks with 8 pads identical to those found on flagship MPCs. These bankable, velocity-sensitive, backlit MPC pads offer perfect responsiveness for precise drumming and sample playback.

Tactile control over your production

The MPK mini knobs give you instant control over every assignable parameter in your music app. Adjust the EQ, change your synth sounds at any time, make the reverb "wetter" and mix to perfection. No matter what you want to control, it's right here, ready to be assigned.

Always the most important feedback in view

MPK mini features an OLED display that provides important visual feedback on DAW mode selection, speed, CC and more. With MPK mini, you can focus entirely on the music, and less on the computer monitor.

All the tools you want

Note Repeat, Arpeggiator and the 4-way Joystick are now classic MPK mini features, and of course they're all in the MPK mini. So you have the full flexibility to make every performance unique.

Superior design, rugged build quality

The complete redesign of the MPK mini has resulted in a truly premium product. With a solid build quality, portable design, plug-and-play connectivity and a workflow-oriented layout, MPK mini removes any obstacles that might get in the way of your creativity.

Complete Music Production Starter Kit

Your journey to a hit song begins with MPK mini, and the Complete Music Production Starter Kit guides you along the way. Start with a DAW based on the legendary MPC workflow, add the drum and sample expansion packs used by industry veterans, and add the finishing touches with the most versatile virtual instruments on the market - the possibilities are endless. Create the summer hit of the year, set hearts racing around the world with your next ballad, or develop the soundtrack of a generation. MPK mini gives you all the tools you need to achieve your goal. Included in the software package are MPC Beats, AIR Hybrid, Mini Grand, Velvet and select MPC Expansion Packs, among others.

Features:

• 25 mini keys with newly redesigned Gen 2 keyboard for amazing dynamic expressiveness + precise articulation.
• Brilliant OLED display for instant parameter feedback
• 8 bankable MPC performance pads with legendary note repeat and full level functions
• 8 endless knobs
• 4-way joystick for pitch & modulation control
• Class-compliant USB connection
• Integrated arpeggiator
• Sustain pedal input jack
• Excellent, rugged design & build quality
• 1500+ sounds and everything you need for professional production - Complete Music Production Starter Kit including MPC Beats, 6 virtual instruments (Bassline, Tubesynth, Electric, Hybrid 3, Mini Grand, Velvet) and 2GB of sound content.
• Includes NKS support: This controller unlocks seamless control of over 2,000+ NKS instruments and effects. It enables users to load instruments and effects, tweak parameters, browse and manage presets with tangible controls, keeping creators’ minds and hands on the music. No time is wasted creating, saving, and resetting controller parameter mappings.
• Includes free Native Instruments Komplete 15 Select bundle packed with synths, sampled instruments, and studio effects suited to your genre of choice to start experiencing the seamless connection between the controller and NKS.

Technical data:

• Note keys: 25 velocity-sensitive keys; range of 10 octaves with keys for octave up/down.
• Pads: 8 assignable backlit pads, velocity and pressure sensitive; 2 banks
• Knobs: 8 assignable 360° knobs
• X-Y controller: 1 configurable thumbstick with 3 modes
• Inputs/Outputs: 1 USB port, 1 6.35mm mono jack input for sustain pedal
• Power supply: USB bus-powered
• Dimensions (width x depth x height): 318 x 181 x 44 mm (12.5x7.13x1.75")
• Weight: 0.75kg (1.65 lbs)
• Color finish: Grey

NKS Support - Free NI KOMPLETE Select:

• Manual (428.63 KB)

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