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Akai® MPK Mini MK3 Compact 25-Key USB MIDI Controller
The MPK Mini MK3 is a compact 25-key USB MIDI keyboard designed for music creators, featuring intuitive controls for seamless music production. Ideal for both beginners and experienced producers, it promises instant integration and portability for on-the-go songwriting.
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Description
Akai Professional MPK Mini MK3
Compact, powerful USB MIDI controller for producers, beatmakers, and keyboardists — the Akai Professional MPK Mini MK3 delivers 25 synth-action keys, 8 backlit velocity-sensitive pads, and a built-in arpeggiator to speed up your music production workflow.
- Ideal keywords: Akai Professional MPK Mini MK3, MPK Mini MK3, 25-key MIDI controller, USB MIDI controller, mini MIDI keyboard, beat production
Why musicians love the MPK Mini MK3
- Ultra-portable design: fits in a backpack for mobile production and live performance.
- Hands-on control: 8 RGB pads, 8 assignable knobs, and a responsive 4-way thumbstick for pitch/mod.
- Fast workflow: onboard arpeggiator, note repeat, and MPC-style pads for instant beats.
- Pro-grade integration: plug-and-play with Ableton Live, FL Studio, Logic Pro, and most DAWs.
Key features
- 25 synth-action keys with built-in octave up/down
- 8 backlit, velocity-sensitive MPC-style pads (Note Repeat & Full Level)
- 8 assignable control knobs for synths, effects, and mixer control
- 4-way thumbstick for pitch and modulation control
- Ultra-low latency USB-MIDI connection (bus powered)
- Upgraded OLED display and intuitive transport controls
- Built-in arpeggiator with adjustable resolution, range, and swing
- Includes software package: MPC Beats, AIR Hybrid 3, Mini Grand, and more
Benefits for producers
- Make beats instantly: responsive pads and note repeat accelerate drum programming.
- Perform expressive melodies: velocity-sensitive keys plus pitch/mod thumbstick for live feel.
- Streamline sessions: assign knobs and transport buttons to control DAW functions without touching your mouse.
- Travel-ready production: lightweight, bus-powered design means you can produce anywhere.
Technical specifications
- Keys: 25 synth-action keys
- Pads: 8 RGB velocity-sensitive MPC pads
- Encoders: 8 assignable knobs
- Connectivity: USB-C to host (bus-powered), MIDI over USB
- Power: USB bus power (no external adapter)
- Dimensions: compact desktop footprint
- OS Compatibility: macOS, Windows; class-compliant with most iOS devices (adapter may be required)
- DAW Compatibility: Works with Ableton Live, FL Studio, Logic Pro, GarageBand, and other MIDI-capable software
What’s in the box
- Akai Professional MPK Mini MK3 controller
- USB-C to USB-A cable
- Software download instructions and serial codes (MPC Beats, AIR instruments, virtual instruments)
- Quick start guide and warranty information
Who it’s for
- Beginners who want a portable, feature-rich MIDI keyboard to start producing
- Beatmakers and electronic musicians needing responsive pads and a compact layout
- Touring artists and live performers seeking a lightweight controller with performance controls
- Producers using Ableton Live, FL Studio, Logic Pro, and other DAWs
Ready to upgrade your studio with a pro-grade, ultra-portable controller? Add the Akai Professional MPK Mini MK3 to your cart and start making beats, melodies, and tracks faster.
Your hit song journey begins with the MPK Mini Complete Music Production Starter Kit. Designed to integrate seamlessly with powerful music software, this kit gives you the tools to create chart-topping hits. MPC Beats, a free DAW with the iconic MPC workflow, is perfect for getting started.
The MPK mini's keyboard is ideal for quickly capturing your musical ideas on the go. The velocity-sensitive keys allow for dynamic musical expression, and you can access different pitch ranges via the dedicated Octave Up and Down buttons.
Akai Professional is the home of MPC Drum Machines and best-selling MPK Mini MIDI controller. A proud heritage of music production and beat making innovation since 1984.
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 you record, compose, and perform with virtual instruments, effect plugins, and DAWs whenever inspiration strikes.
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Colorsick –
A fun toy for your musically inclined geek. personally I am not a musician and when I receive this I was really confused on how to use it however the Akai Professional MPK Mini MK3 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard arouse an excitement in my musically inclined geeky nerd child. From what I could tell this is a very portable mini keyboard that you can use for on the go music and for creative musical play. I was very much impressed by all the sound variations that could be done using the pads and the joystick features. In very little time my son created songs that I actually thought sounded pretty legit. I can’t speak to the software features because I didn’t get to see him use it long enough but everything seemed pretty accessible and user friendly and the setup was really fast. If you know someone who likes tech is creative and enjoys music I would highly recommend this as a gift and if you are that person I think you would enjoy this a lot.
Artstreet –
Loaded with Great Features! I’m still learning how to use this equipment. My son is going to help me when he visits.
This little, lightweight controller is loaded with features and software downloads. It is
very portable, weighing only a couple of pounds. It is a little complicated to get setup (at least
for me). I had trouble navigating the software downloads and registrations between the
two websites involved. I think this is standard for this sort of thing, so I went about it
patiently and got things pretty well solved and installed. This is a great little unit and
will provide countless hours of fun with must production.
oldfashionedmanager –
could be better, could be worse. The AKAI Professional MPK Mini is lightweight without feeling flimsy (except for the miniature piano keys themselves). The rubber feet keep it quite stable on a stand next to my workstation. It has no power input (or audio output) besides the USB bus, so, while eminently suited for use with a laptop (or other workstation), is not useful as a controller for a tablet-based synthesizer. Nor do the small keys lend themselves to on-stage playing, at least for those whose hands are accustomed to standard piano keys. I found these two points disappointing, given how obviously portable the device is.
As a desktop controller, however, it shines. With the option to use keys or (velocity and pressure sensitive) pads for input, it works well with the (free download) MPC Beats (and was immediately recognized by Apple’s Garage Band). This beginner was quickly able, after watching a fifteen minute YouTube video, to record a basic sequence beat with a bass line and play a synth lead atop, with little more effort than would be required for a solo artist with a looping pedal. The joystick combines pitch bend and expression sensibly, replacing two separate wheel controllers, and the parameter control pots feel very sturdy.
My largest complaint is with the non-intuitive and rather cumbersome licensing of the sound libraries. On my Mac, the included libraries downloaded and appeared to be applications, but would not launch; a third-party licensing app required creating yet another online account, and I’m not entirely sure it unlocked all the libraries. I would have appreciated an obvious step-by-step guide rather than hunting through online FAQs.
TheWayToBee –
Steep Learning Curve VERY Capable System. I’m going to start right off by saying that this is going to take some time to learn to use if you haven’t used a music production system before.
the Quickstart Guide is pretty good and will get you going.
You will need to download software to use this with your computer.
If you’re a beginner, this may take some time to learn about.
If you’re an experienced music producer and you like creating your own beats and loops then this is definitely your compact system.
I played with this for two weeks and like the pad-feel, the keyboard is just right.
Lighting of the pads and controls is also a very nice touch.
Connects to your computer via a usb port.
If you have an apple system, you’ll likely need an adapter.
The keyboard has 25 notes, but you can use octave down or up buttons and expand the range.
You choose the tempo with a tap-tempo button, you set the pace by tapping your finger on it.
I don’t really like the 4-axis thumb stick as I’d prefer arrow buttons, but it’s not a problem overall.
The pads are for drum hits, BUT, you can set them for other sounds and are speed as well as pressure sensitive.
You can play a series of notes and press the “note repeat” button to have those notes continuously repeat as you add in your beats etc. Lots of fun!
SIZE: width is 12 and 1/2 inches.
front to back is 7 inches exactly
height, from table to top of buttons and knobs is at 2 inches.
I like it, and I definitely recommend it.
AvgJoe –
Walmart Steps Up Musical Game. The AKAI MPK Mini Midi controller is a win for our small studio. This controller is replacing our very old and out dated Yamaha keyboard, saving us room when our studio is finished being remodeled from hurricane Ida.
We have yet to truly unlock all of this very small controllers attributes. Here is what we have so far…..
1. Easy hook up. Our DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) Recognized it and installed really fast.
2. Powered with USB cable that was provided.
3. Comes with the following software, MPC Beats, Hybrid 3, Mini Grand, Velvet
4. Pitch & modulation control
5. Sustain pedal input jack
6. Built-in arpeggiator
And the list goes on and on. We were put off at first by the light weight and thought it was cheaply made. We were very wrong. One of the only things so far is we wish it had a better manual.
teckie –
Continues to amaze me. After downloading the software and finding that I also needed to download their RECOMMENDED module to replace something that windows update had either hidden or deleted: I am amazed.
I am continuing to find sounds that I didn’t know were there.
The software alone is well worth the total cost,
When you add background violins and the proper bridges, the creations that you thought were good, suddenly become great: or not… … …
Brandie –
Great midi controller to use for a beginner, too! Quick shipping, great gift for our 8 year old that loves learning about music. We figured out how to use it with various DAWs so he can enjoy it on the Chromebook, mac, or iPads. Can’t wait to see what he comes up with once he learns to use it with some of the alternative apps (on Chromebook we can’t figure out how to use the Akai provided DAW software as it’s meant for pc and macs). Overall a great purchase!
kayla –
Never recieved the items to know
Sergio –
I got sent the wrong color
WalmartCustomer –
Because Akai makes good products