The Akai Pro MPK mini is an ultra-compact
mini-keyboard with an impressive array of buttons, knobs and pads to
provide hands-on performance and production control no matter your
location. MPK mini strikes the perfect balance between portability and
comprehensive software control by melding together the complete control
offered in the popular Akai Pro MPK family with the grab-and-go
convenience of the LPK25 and LPD8. With a 25-note keyboard, 8 backlit,
MPC-style pads and 8 Q-Link knobs, the MPK mini is the ultimate portable
controller to get your music moving.
The MPK mini keyboard is
ideal for quickly entering notes and phrases into your computer. The
velocity-sensitive keys allow you to accurately express dynamics, while
accessing different pitch ranges is done instantly through dedicated
Octave Up and Octave Down buttons. Create sparkling, staccato leads and
driving bass-lines in a variety of time denominations and patterns with
MPK mini's built-in arpeggiator. A Tap-Tempo button gives you the
ability to quickly adjust the arpeggiator clock, which is essential if
you're looking to stay in sync with a band. A Sustain button holds notes
after releasing your hand from the keyboard allowing you the
opportunity to easily pound pads and twist knobs, with no pedal
required.
MPK mini's 8 backlit, velocity-sensitive pads are
based on Akai Professional’s MPC line of iconic music production
stations. Great for firing one-shot samples and sequencing drum
patterns, you can use the pads to send note information, MIDI CCs, or
even program changes. Pressing the Bank button will quickly toggle
between 2 banks of pads giving you access to 16 pads in total.
Additionally, the MPK mini has 8 assignable Q-Link knobs to control
virtually any parameter in your software.
MPK mini works
plug-and-play with Mac and PC and requires no software driver
installation or wall power for operation. It has four memory banks for
programming and recalling settings appropriate to your favorite software
programs. The included software editor lets you quickly map MPK mini's
controls as well.
Features:
- Ultra-portable software MIDI controller
- 25-note, velocity-sensitive mini keyboard
- Eight backlit, velocity-sensitive MPC-style pads (2 banks, 16 total)
- Pads can send note information, MIDI CCs and program changes
- Eight assignable Q-Link knobs to adjust virtually any parameter
- Built-in arpeggiator with adjustable resolution, range and patterns
- Tap-Tempo button to quickly adjust pace of the arpeggiator
- Dedicated Octave Up, Octave Down and Sustain buttons
- Program Recall button to restore up to 4 separate global settings
- Solid Akai Pro design
- Powered through USB
Includes:
- MPK mini controller, MPK mini software editor, and MPK mini sample player software
