CONTACT WHO: Akai Professional
WEB: akaipro.com
KEY FEATURES 25 velocity-sensitive keys with 10-octave range, 8 velocity and pressure-sensitive MPC pads with aftertouch, 8 continuous rotary knobs, Thumbstick pitch bend and modulation with assignable CC options, USB bus-powered, Sustain pedal input
DIMENSIONS: 318 x 181 x 44mm
WEIGHT: 0.75kg
At a decade old, MPK mini is still a very popular choice for both beginners and on-the-go users. At first, the latest mk3 iteration looks quite similar to its predecessor, with 25 mini keys, eight chunky pads, eight rotary controls, and the thumbstick style pitch bend/ modulation. However, there are actually some significant differences.
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