Akai Professional MPK Mini Plus midi Keyboard
The Akai Professional MPK Mini Plus is a significant step up from the legendary MPK Mini series, designed for producers who need more melodic range and hardware connectivity without losing portability. Specifications 37-Key Gen 2 Dynamic Keybed: Offers 3 full octaves, which is a major upgrade over the standard 25-key models. This allows for comfortable two-handed chord playing and more complex lead lines. Dedicated Pitch & Mod Wheels: Unlike the smaller MPK Mini (which uses a 4-way joystick), the Plus includes actual physical wheels for traditional expression and performance control. Onboard Sequencer: Features a polyphonic 2-track step/live sequencer. You can capture drum and melodic patterns on the fly, supporting 8 notes of polyphony per melodic step and 16 notes per drum step. Advanced Connectivity: This is a standout feature for hardware users. It includes: 5-pin MIDI In/Out for connecting to external synths or modules. CV/Gate/Mod/Clock I/O (1/8″) to integrate with Eurorack or modular gear. Sustain Pedal Input (1/4″). USB-B port (Bus powered). Performance Controls 8 RGB MPC Pads: These are velocity-sensitive, backlit pads with the classic MPC feel, perfect for finger drumming and launching samples. 8 Assignable Knobs: 360-degree rotary encoders that can be mapped to your DAW’s mixer, VST parameters, or internal automation. Chords & Scales Modes: These modes lock the keyboard to a specific key/scale or allow you to trigger full chords with a single key—extremely helpful for quick inspiration. The Iconic Joystick: It still features the 4-way X/Y joystick for assignable parameter control, giving you three different ways to manipulate sound (Wheels Joystick). Software Bundle The unit comes with a robust production suite to get you started: MPC Beats: A complete DAW based on the legendary MPC workflow. Virtual Instruments: Includes plugins like Hybrid 3, Mini Grand, and Velvet. Expansions: Thousands of samples and drum hits. Category: Midi Controllers