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- Number of Keys: 25
- Control Knobs: Assignable 360° Knobs
- Touch Sensitive: Yes
- Pitch Bend: Yes
- Key Size: Mini
Akai MPK mini MK3 Black Master Keyboard
The Akai MPK Mini MK3 Black is a 25-key USB MIDI controller built for producers who want compact, hands-on command of their DAW. It pairs velocity-sensitive mini keys with eight MPC-style backlit pads and eight 360° assignable knobs, giving beat makers, songwriters, and live performers a single surface for triggering drums, tweaking synths, and sketching ideas. A 4-way thumbstick handles pitch and modulation, while a built-in arpeggiator and Note Repeat add rhythmic depth without touching the mouse. USB bus-powered at 0.75 kg, it slips into a backpack for travel sessions, and the included MPC Beats software plus Air instruments get a new owner producing from the first plug-in.
- 25 velocity-sensitive mini keys with 10-octave range via octave up/down buttons
- 8 backlit MPC-style pads across 2 banks with Note Repeat and Full Level
- 8 assignable 360° knobs plus 4-way thumbstick for pitch and modulation
- Built-in arpeggiator with adjustable rate, range, octaves, and modes
- USB bus-powered, 0.75 kg, includes MPC Beats and Air instrument bundle
Akai MPK Mini MK3 Black — Compact 25-Key MIDI Controller
The Akai MPK Mini MK3 Black is a 25-key ultra-portable USB MIDI controller that packs Akai's flagship MPC DNA into a backpack-sized chassis. Velocity-sensitive mini keys, eight MPC-style backlit pads, and eight assignable 360° knobs give producers and beat makers full hands-on command of any DAW on Mac or Windows. Ships with MPC Beats, three Air instruments, and 2 GB of sound content for an unbox-to-first-beat workflow.
What Sets the MPK Mini MK3 Apart
Two design choices push the MPK Mini MK3 ahead of typical mini keyboards in its tier. The pads are pulled directly from Akai's flagship MPC series and arranged across two banks for 16 assignable slots, with Note Repeat and Full Level for finger-drumming. A 4-way configurable thumbstick replaces traditional pitch and mod wheels, handling pitch bend, modulation, and three assignable modes from one control. NKS integration pre-maps the knobs and pads to over 2,500 virtual instruments and effects.
Keybed and Performance Surface
The MPK Mini MK3's Gen 2 enhanced dynamic keybed captures every nuance of velocity-sensitive playing, while octave buttons extend the range across 10 octaves.
- Keys: 25 velocity-sensitive mini keys
- Octave Range: 10 octaves via octave buttons
- Pitch Bend: Yes — 4-way thumbstick
- Sustain Pedal Input: 1/4" TRS
Pads, Knobs, and Arpeggiator
Eight MPC pads and eight endless rotary knobs on the MPK Mini MK3 cover beat-making and sound design, with a built-in arpeggiator adding rhythmic depth on top.
- Pads: 8 backlit, velocity- and pressure-sensitive, 2 banks
- Knobs: 8 assignable 360° endless rotary
- Thumbstick: 4-way, 3 modes
- Arpeggiator: Built-in, adjustable rate/range/octaves
Connectivity, Power, and Software
The MPK Mini MK3 draws USB bus power — one cable handles data and power on any laptop or desktop, with no batteries or external PSU needed.
- Power: USB bus-powered
- Connection: USB 2.0 Type B
- Dimensions: 318 × 181 × 44 mm
- Weight: 0.75 kg
- Package: Controller, MPC Beats, Air instruments, USB Cable, Manual
Number of Keys: 25
This instrument has 25 keys, equivalent to 2 octaves, providing a wide range of tones for a variety of musical applications.
Pitch Bend: Yes
The Pitch Bend allows smooth pitch changes, adding expressiveness to musical expression. Often used to create effects such as glissando or vibrato, this feature allows the player to make subtle or dramatic changes to the sound in real time. Pitch bend allows musicians to create smooth transitions between notes, increasing the dynamics and expressiveness of their performances.
Package Contents
- USB Cable
- MIDI Keyboard Controller
- Software
- Manual
Control Knobs
Assignable 360° Knobs (8)
Faders
No
Touch Sensitive
Software
Aftertouch
Modulation
Recording Function
Number of Keys
Original Colour by Producer
Black
Keyboard Type
Display
Pitch Bend
Key Size
Colour
Keyboard Finish
Inputs
Outputs
USB
USB MIDI
USB to Device
USB to Host
Sequencer
Offer Configuration
Standard offer
Package Contents
Battery Operation
UK/EU Power supply included
No
Height (cm)
4.4
Width (cm)
31.8
Depth (cm)
18.1
Weight
750 g
Made in
China
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AI summary of reviews
Based on the number of reviews: 201
Strengths
- Value for money: Customers consistently highlight the product's outstanding price-to-performance ratio, considering it the best MIDI keyboard available at its price point.
- Ease of use: The controller is noted for being easy to set up and operate, with intuitive controls and seamless integration with software like FL Studio.
- Compact and portable: Its small size and light weight make it highly portable and convenient for various uses, without sacrificing usability.
- Quality build: The device is made from quality materials, featuring pleasant-feeling keys, buttons, and potentiometers, contributing to a good user experience.
- Versatile functionality: Customers appreciate its wide range of functions, making it suitable for beginners and offering many possibilities for creative use.
Weaknesses
- Fingerprint visibility: The glossy black keys are prone to showing fingerprints easily, which some users find to be a minor aesthetic drawback.
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