AKAI Professional MIDI Keyboard Controller Mini 25 – Gray

Experience expanded control of the VST instrument and effect collection with MPK Mini MKII and Akai Pro VIP3.0, which provides unparalleled access to a virtual instrument and effect collection, seamlessly integrating the hardware / software experience and granting unrestricted freedom to create in a user-friendly, intuitive format. The combination of VIP and MPK Mini MKII maximizes workflow and ensures a playing experience that feels natural and enhances creativity – the natural, tactile feel of hardware fused with the unrivalled processing capability of virtual Instruments.

Quickly find sounds based on instrument type, timbre, style or articulation from the entire VST library; sculpt immersive, expressive sounds and textures layering up to 8 separate instruments and patches per VIP instance; load up to 4 different VST effects per instrument channel to sculpt the perfect sound; put power into any performance with Pad Chord Progressions and user-friendly Key Control processors; and much more. From live performance to studio production, VIP’s user-friendly functionality coupled with a diverse feature set guarantees simple, seamless integration into existing setups and provides the ultimate platform for unrestricted creative expression.

• Incorporates 5 years of user feedback for an all-new, enhanced design
• 25 synth-action mini keys
• 4-way thumbstick for dynamic pitch and modulation control
• 8 backlit velocity-sensitive MPC-style pads with Note Repeat & Full Level
• 8 assignable Q-Link knobs for mixing, tweaking plug-ins, and more
• Built-in arpeggiator with adjustable resolution, range, and modes
• Dedicated Octave Up and Octave Down buttons
• Ultra-compact design lets producers create anywhere
• \USB-powered; no power adapter required
• Full-size sustain pedal input jack
• Comprehensive production software package included: MPC Beats, SONiVOX Wobble, and Hybrid 3 by AIR Music Tech (downloads)
• Includes VIP3.0 – the ground-breaking, award-winning music software platform that provides musicians and composers with a powerful hands-on control solution for their virtual instrument and virtual effect collection

Go mobile without losing control. The new MPK mini is an ultra-compact keyboard controller designed for the traveling musician and the desktop producer. With an array of hardware controls, MPK mini lets producers record, compose, and perform with virtual instruments, effect plugins, and DAWs whenever inspiration strikes. It features 25 velocity-sensitive synth-action keys, a 4-way thumbstick for dynamic pitch and modulation manipulation, 8 backlit velocity-sensitive MPC-style pads, and 8 assignable Q-Link knobs. Plus, two banks expand the number of MPC-style pads to 16 for extended creative capabilities.

MPK mini includes all the essentials for quickly laying down and expanding upon musical ideas. Dedicated Octave Up and Down buttons increase the keyboard to the full melodic range, and a sustain pedal input is built in for expressive playing and recording. An onboard arpeggiator with adjustable resolution, range, and modes makes it easy to create intricate melodic lines with little effort. Plus, MPC Note Repeat and Full Level allow users to access genuine technologies from Akai Professional’s line of MPC workstations.

For maximum portability, MPK mini requires no software drivers or external power adapter for operation. It supports plug-and-play connectivity, features USB-MIDI, and powers up with a single USB connection to a Mac or PC. Four memory banks enable hardware/software presets to be stored for quick and easy setting up of the computer and MPK mini.

MPK mini comes bundled with professional production software and virtual instruments for immediate music creation. Hybrid 3, by AIR Music Tech, is a high-definition synthesizer that can create anything from fat, retro synth sounds to edgy modern leads and everything in between. SONiVOX’s Wobble is an electronic music grime synthesizer that features two independent channels of spectral morphing synthesis with harmonic controls, individual filtering, and discrete LFO controls. MPC Beats is a free and fully featured beat making DAW software for both Mac and PC based on the legendary MPC workflow. It also works as a VST plugin inside any major DAW. From the moment MPC Beats is installed, producers are ready to start creating, fast. Utilize over 2GB worth of content including samples, loops, and built-in virtual instrument plugins to craft their sound. Experience plug and play compatibility with all class-compliant USB controllers. MPC Beats has plenty of power for ambitious creators with over 80 audio FX plugins to warp, manipulate and transform audio into whatever they can think of. Plus VST/AU compatibility means there’s room to expand their sonic palette with compatible third-party virtual instrument plugins and audio processing plugins. They can even record instruments or vocals with 2 stereo audio tracks to add live elements to their music.

Unlock the true potential of the MPK mini with the MPK mini MIDI Editor software. This MIDI editor is a powerful preset management software that lets MPK Mini users customize their hardware and software setup on their Mac or PC. Create and tweak presets for their favorite virtual instruments, plugins, and DAWs, then store them on their MPK mini. Producers will spend less time setting up their gear and more time doing what they love—making great music.

Akai Professional, AIR Music Technology, and MPC are registered trademarks of inMusic Brands Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. inMusic is the exclusive distributor of SONiVOX.