AKAI Professional MPK mini Mk3
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AKAI Professional
MPK mini Mk3 - AIEP3 Bundle
Product Info
Article Number:
455227
Brand:
AKAI Professional
Model:
MPK mini Mk3 - AIEP3 Bundle
Category:
Master Keyboards (up to 25 Keys)
Price:
$163.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The MPK mini Mk3 AIEP3 Bundle is a fantastic entry point for budding producers and beatmakers. It's incredibly affordable and gives you a solid keyboard foundation paired with a seriously useful collection of virtual instruments – it's a great value for anyone wanting to explore sound design and composition on the go.
Product Description
AKAI Professional MPK mini Mk3 - AIEP3 Bundle
*Bundle offer comprising*, AIR Music Technology AIEP3 Complete BDL
*Plugin Bundle (Download)*
- *Consists of the following plugins: *
- Hybrid 3: Wavetable Synth
- Loom: modular additive synthesizer
- Vacuum Pro: polyphonic tube synthesiser
- Structure 2: Multi-timbral Sampler
- Strike: Virtual drummer
- Velvet: Vintage-E-Pianos
- Transfuser: Groove-Instrument
- The Riser: synthesiser-based transition designer
- DB-33: Tonewheel organ simulation
- Mini Grand: sampled grand piano
- Fresh AIR Expansion: Presets for Vacuum Pro
- Flux Transitions Expansion: Presets for The Riser
- AIR Creative FX Collection Plus: 28 classic effects
- Xpand 2: Multitembral virtual workstation
- Ramirez Expansion: Presets for Hybrid 3
- Marco Lys Expansion: Presets for Hybrid 3
- Mark Knight Expansion: Presets for Hybrid 3
- Rene Amesz Expansion: Presets for Hybrid 3
- Tocadisco Expansion: Presets for Hybrid 3
- Analog Trap Expansion: Presets for Hybrid 3
- AKAI Professional MPK Mini MK3
- *MIDI Controller*
- 25 velocity-sensitive mini keys
- 4-way joystick for pitch and modulation control
- Eight MPC pads with note repeat and full level function
- Eight assignable rotary controls
- NKS support for direct control of over 2
- 000 NKS-compatible instruments and effects
- Octave selector button for ten octaves range
- Built-in arpeggiator
- OLED display for parameter display
- Sustain pedal input: 6.3 mm jack
- USB-B port (Class Compliant)
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 318 x 181 x 44 mm
- Weight: 750 g
- Includes free Native Instruments Komplete 15 Select Bundle for a genre of choice for immediate testing and use of the NKS functionality
- Suitable bag: Art. #485306# (not included)
- Suitable case: Art. #495975# (not included)
PROS
- • The included AIR plugins offer a surprisingly deep sound design palette.
- • Compact size and lightweight design make it highly portable for travel.
- • Velocity-sensitive MPC pads deliver a responsive and familiar feel.
- • Semi-weighted keys provide a more expressive playing experience than membrane keys.
CONS
- • Limited key range restricts playing complex chords or basslines.
- • Plastic build, while durable, doesn't offer a premium tactile experience.
- • Plugin bundle requires registration and download, adding a setup hurdle.
Product Video
Key Features
Keys
32 mini keys
Key Type
Semi-weighted, synth-action
Pads
8 velocity-sensitive MPC pads
Knobs/Faders
8 assignable knobs, 4 assignable faders
Connections
USB-B, MIDI In/Out (3.5mm)
Weight
Approximately 2.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The semi-weighted action is a nice step up from membrane keys, but it's still compact and will feel different from a standard keyboard - expect a lighter, more synth-like feel.
Some plugins, like Mini Grand, are very approachable, while others like Structure 2 have a steeper learning curve. There are plenty of online tutorials to get you started.
The plugins are generally compatible with most major DAWs, but you’ll need to check AIR’s website for specific compatibility information and system requirements.
