AKAI Professional MPK Mini MK3 Black

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AKAI Professional MPK Mini MK3 Black

AKAI Professional

MPK Mini MK3 Black

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 498232
Model: MPK Mini MK3 Black
Price: $97.90

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The MPK Mini MK3 is a fantastic, budget-friendly entry point into MIDI control. It's perfect for bedroom producers, songwriters, or anyone needing a portable controller for triggering sounds and sketching out ideas. The included software and NKS support add serious value, too.

Product Description

  • AKAI Professional MPK Mini MK3 Black
  • MIDI Controller
  • Special edition in black
  • 25 Velocity-sensitive mini keys
  • 4-Way joystick for pitch and modulation control
  • 8 MPC pads with note repeat and full level function
  • Eight assignable rotary encoders
  • Supports Native Instruments NKS (Native Kontrol Standard)
  • 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 software package (downloads): MPC Beats
  • virtual instruments (electric
  • stage piano
  • hype)
  • 2GB sound content and Native Instruments Komplete Select 15 of your choice (Select Beats
  • Select Band or Select Electronic)
  • Suitable bag: Art. #485306# (not included)
  • Suitable case: Art. #495975# (not included)
PROS
  • • Excellent MPC pad feel with responsive note repeat
  • • 4-way joystick offers surprisingly nuanced modulation control
  • • Compact size makes it ultra-portable for music creation on the go
  • • Included software bundle provides a great starting point for beginners
CONS
  • • Mini keys can be challenging for players with larger hands
  • • USB-B connection limits mobility without a hub
  • • Assignable rotary encoders lack detents for precise adjustments

Product Video

Key Features

Keys 25
Key Type Velocity-sensitive mini keys
Pads 8 MPC pads with RGB backlighting
Knobs/Faders 8 assignable rotary encoders
Connections USB-B, 6.3 mm sustain pedal input
Weight 750 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The mini keys are noticeably shorter and require a different playing technique; it's a compromise for portability.
Yes, it's class compliant, meaning it should work with iOS via a USB camera adapter.
Absolutely, the pads offer good sensitivity and the note repeat function allows for more expressive drumming patterns.

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