Akai MPK mini mk3 £90

If you need a backpack-ready controller keyboard, there’s almost too much choice. Jon Musgrave sizes up Akai’s new release

- Jon Musgrave

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.