Akai Professional MPK Mini MKII - 25-Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller

The Akai Professional's MPK Mini MKII is an ultra-compact keyboard controller designed for the traveling musician and the desktop producer, providing essential control to capture ideas whenever inspiration strikes. Weighing only 1.6 lbs and measuring 12.4" in length, this portable production powerhouse requires no software drivers or external power adapter, with plug-and-play connectivity and a seamless USB-MIDI connection powered by a single USB connection to your Mac or PC.

At the heart of the MPK Mini MKII are 25 velocity-sensitive synth-action keys, which, combined with a 4-way thumbstick for dynamic pitch and modulation manipulation, 8 backlit velocity-sensitive MPC-style pads, and 8 assignable Q-Link knobs, offer the core functionality required for rapid production potential. Dedicated Octave Up and Down buttons expand the keyboard's melodic range, making it ideal for playing basslines, chords, and melodies, while the conveniently located sustain pedal input provides expanded control for expressive, immersive performances.

To further enhance your creative process, the MPK Mini MKII features an onboard arpeggiator with adjustable resolution, range, and modes, enabling the simple, user-friendly, and rapid creation of intricate melodic lines. Additionally, four memory banks allow for the instant recall of critical settings, enabling you to set up your computer and MPK Mini MKII on the fly with ease.

Complementing the hardware's impressive capabilities, the MPK Mini MKII comes bundled with a powerful production software package for Mac and PC, including Akai Pro MPC Essentials, SONiVOX Wobble, and Hybrid 3 by AIR Music Tech. MPC Essentials offers a 64-bit music production package with up to eight pad banks (for a total of 128 tracks), a 1 GB sound library, and user-friendly import capability for your own WAV and AIFF samples.

SONiVOX's Wobble is an electronic music grime synthesizer featuring two independent channels of spectral morphing synthesis with harmonic controls, individual filtering, and discrete LFO controls, while Hybrid 3, by AIR Music Technology, is a critically acclaimed high-definition synthesizer capable of creating a wide range of sounds, from fat, retro synth tones to edgy modern leads.

Whether you're a traveling musician or a desktop producer, the Akai Professional's MPK Mini MKII provides the perfect balance of portability and production power, empowering you to take control and capture your musical ideas wherever inspiration strikes.

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