Akai MPK Mini Plus

Complete control in a compact format
In the tradition of the MPK Mini, the MPK Mini Plus maintains the compact format so dear to producers and mobile beatmakers, while offering many additional controls, allowing you to control a wide selection of features. The 8 backlit RGB velocity-sensitive MPC drum pads, found on the MPK Mini Mk3, are the heart of this controller, not only to create dynamic rhythms and program drums, but also to assign program changes or trigger additional CC parameters. They are combined with 8 360° rotary encoders, perfect for setting effects, filters, controlling automation or panning. For the first time ever on an MPK Mini, benefit from dedicated transport controls offering total integration with your DAW, eliminating tedious manipulations via your QWERTY keyboard or mouse and staying focused on your creative workflow thanks to the dedicated Play, Stop, Record, Loop or Locator buttons.

Exceptional playability
As with all MPK Minis, the creative process begins with the keys. The MPK Mini Plus features a comfortable and dynamic 37-note Gen 2 keyboard, allowing for extended melodic and harmonic creation. The 3 full octaves provide greater playing comfort for two-handed chords, arpeggiation, soloing or sound worlds. The Gen 2 keyboard, technologically similar to that of the MPK Mini Mk3, features incredibly easy-to-play keys with a wider velocity range, presenting high-level dynamics and note response. To offer even more possibilities for expression, the MPK Mini Plus is equipped with dedicated control wheels for pitch bend and modulation to bring all the keyboard’s performances to life. Complemented by the iconic red joystick, this comprehensive control interface guarantees virtually limitless expressiveness.

Advanced Connectivity for Standalone Operation
The MPK Mini Plus is capable of operating as a standalone device to support your creative jam sessions or episodes. The all-new built-in polyphonic Step Sequencer is perfect for capturing new ideas on the fly, allowing you to record notes and drum patterns simultaneously for serious standalone music-making sessions. Connect the MPK Mini Plus to any Class Compliant USB device or any device with 5-way MIDI connections, and use the CV/Gate connectors to connect to your rack or modular synths. The MPK Mini Plus is versatile enough for the serious musician who wants a versatile keyboard controller, as well as professionals who want to get the most out of their studio hardware.

Unleash your creativity with NKS integration!
Akai Professional and Native Instruments have teamed up for revolutionary NKS integration with your MPK keyboard controller. NKS integration provides a seamless connection with Native Instruments virtual instruments and effects, giving you intuitive control over thousands of sounds. And that’s not all: get Komplete 15 Select for free, an exceptional software suite with professional-quality synths, sampled instruments and studio effects. Choose from 3 editions:
- Beats: Create punchy beats with sounds specially designed for beatmakers.
- Band: Compose and produce full tracks with high-quality acoustic and electric instruments.
- Electronic: Explore the most innovative sounds of electronic music and bring your boldest productions to life.

Features:
- Premium 37-note Gen 2 keyboard offering 3 octaves
- Integrated transport controls: Play, Stop, Rec, Loop, Locator
- Octave +/-, Note Repeat, Full Level controls
- Programmable joystick for dynamic MIDI control
- Pitch bend and modulation wheels
- 8 backlit RGB drum pads, velocity sensitive
- 8 programmable 360° rotary encoders
- 2-track polyphonic Step Sequencer, 64 steps and live, with advanced parameters accessible on the encoders and keyboard keys
- Highly configurable integrated arpeggiator
- Scales performance mode to play on the selected scale
- Chords performance mode to play chords with a simple press on the keyboard
- Connections: 5-point MIDI In/Out, CV Gate (Mod / Gate / Pitch), Clock In/Out, 6.35 mm jack sustain input
- OLED screen for parameter and sequencer control
- USB connection Class Compliant compatible with Mac and PC, compatible with standalone MPCs
- Integration with the NKS (Native Kontrol Standard) environment for an ideal connection with Native Instruments virtual instruments and effects
- Included: Komplete 15 Select and MPC Beats
- Dimensions: 451 x 180 x 52 mm
- Weight: 1.26 kg