AKAI PROFESSIONAL MPK mini Plus
Product information "AKAI PROFESSIONAL MPK mini Plus"
37-key MPK Mini keyboard with modern connectivity and controls
The MPK Mini keyboard line revolutionised portable music creation for producers and beatmakers around the world. The new MPK Mini Plus builds on that innovation by giving musicians full creative control — the playability and ultimate expressiveness they need — together with next-generation performance tools. Modern connectivity easily integrates your favourite studio gear for complete, extended hardware integration in a compact 3-octave design.
Full creative control in a portable format
Despite its compact size, the MPK Mini Plus offers extensive controls with a wide range of functions. The 8 velocity-sensitive, RGB-backlit MPC drum pads not only allow you to play dynamic beats and program drums, but can also be assigned to program changes and trigger additional CC parameters. Add effects using the 8 assignable 360-degree rotary encoders for functions such as filtering, automation, panning and more. For the first time on an MPK Mini, a dedicated transport control is provided for total DAW integration. You stay in the creative flow because the dedicated Play, Stop, Record, Loop and Locator buttons eliminate constant back-and-forth to your computer keyboard and mouse.
Fantastic feel and ultimate expressiveness
As with all MPK Mini controllers, performance starts with the keys. The MPK Mini Plus features 37 keys with the Gen 2 Dynamic Keybed for expanded and musical creation. Three full octaves mean more room for two-handed chords, arpeggios and soloing or soundscaping. The Gen 2 Dynamic Keybed offers highly playable keys with a wider velocity range as well as world-class note dynamics and response. More keys also provide more ways to bring feel and expression into your playing. That’s why the MPK Mini Plus includes dedicated Pitch Bend and Modulation wheels to breathe life into your keyboard performance. In addition to the iconic joystick controller there’s plenty of tactile interaction for near-limitless expressiveness.
Modern connectivity and standalone operation
For spontaneous creative moments or quick jam sessions the MPK Mini Plus can be used in standalone mode. The new polyphonic step sequencer is especially handy for turning new ideas into reality immediately. The ability to record notes and drum patterns simultaneously offers fantastic possibilities for standalone music creation. Connect any class-compliant USB or 5-pin MIDI gear and use the CV/Gate outputs for your rack or other modular synths. The MPK Mini Plus is versatile enough for beginners who want to develop creatively in earnest, and equally suitable for seasoned pros who want to get the most from their studio gear.
Includes MPC Beats DAW for Mac and PC
The included MPC Beats DAW for Mac and PC brings the legendary MPC workflow straight to your desktop or laptop and includes thousands of sounds, drum samples, loops and plugin instruments to create your next hit. With more keys on the 37-note Gen 2 keyboard, MPC plugin instruments like Electric and Tubesynth come to life with an extended acoustic range. Set the MPK Mini Plus on your desktop and connect standalone MPC devices to control Mellotron and Hype plugins.
Even with a 3-octave range the MPK Mini Plus easily fits into your gig bag and can be transported with your everyday production gear. It’s a simple equation: add the MPK Mini Plus to your workflow and you gain modern creative expression and intuitive control for music and beat production.
- Color/ Finish: Red / Black
- Connections: USB type-B port, 5x (3.5mm) CV outputs, midi in/out, sustain input
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 45.2 x 17.8 x 5 cm
- Display: OLED-Display
- Includes: MPC Beats
- Keyboard type: Mini keys with keyboard expression
- Keys: 37
- Number of Encoders: 8
- Number of Pads: 8
- Pitch Bender / Modulation: Pitch and Modulation wheel
- Power supply: USB
- Transport functions / buttons: yes
- USB: Yes
- Weight: 1,4 kg
- Portable midi controllers
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AKAI PROFESSIONAL
The music division of AKAI PROFESSIONAL became known for its S/Z series samplers. Some will recognise the rack samplers S612, S900 through to S6000, Z4 and Z8. More decisive and influential for generations, however, were the models of the MPC series – originally called the MIDI Production Center.
MPC – the birth of a legend
Today MPC stands for Music Production Center. The concept of these workstations has endured: an instrument that combines sampling with a sequencer. American designer Roger Linn developed the MPC-60 with AKAI PROFESSIONAL. The model was released on 8 December 1988 and cost $5,000. Further developments followed with the MPC-60 MKII and the MPC-3000 in 1994. Producers and DJs swore by the unmistakable sound and the unique MPC groove. The units became mythical. Roger Linn ended his collaboration with AKAI PROFESSIONAL. In 1997 the MPC-2000 (XL) hit the market, followed by the MPC-1000, the 2500 and the flagship MPC-4000. To provide a similar workflow for computer-based music production, AKAI PROFESSIONAL expanded their product range with controllers such as the MPD16, MPD24, MPK49, APC40, and MPD218 MPD232.
The Music Production Center today
The current MPC models go by names like Touch, Studio Black, One, Live and X. What they all share are the legendary 16 pads for inputting beats and melodies. The units now also feature touch-sensitive displays. Slicing and editing becomes child’s play! The standalone units offer variable core sounds and different control options as well as a variety of connections depending on the size.
What products does AKAI PROFESSIONAL offer?
Besides the famous MPC models, AKAI PROFESSIONAL offers numerous MIDI controllers as master keyboards or pad versions. Whether in mini or full-size key formats, there is a large selection of keyboard controllers. If the supplied sound selection isn't enough, countless expansion packs can provide additional ideas. Not into hardware? With software solutions for PC and mobile devices, AKAI PROFESSIONAL leaves nothing to be desired and offers everyone a suitable tool for producing. In the area of electronic wind instruments, AKAI PROFESSIONAL offers the EWI series from their own range. Even though this product group is far from the core assortment, it demonstrates the company's inventiveness and innovative capability.
AKAI PROFESSIONAL Software 2 as a complete DAW solution
With MPC Software 2, AKAI PROFESSIONAL takes their heavyweight production hub to a new level. As the ultimate platform for creative freedom, the DAW software offers all the standard features of common digital audio workstations – in the familiar MPC look! From seamless integration of all 3rd-party MIDI controllers, external sound equipment and interfaces, through reliable MIDI routing to multitrack recording, MPC 2 becomes the new heart of every music studio.
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