10 best keyboard controllers with mpc pads

Product description

Complete Workstation Control – Introducing the MPK2 Series

Engineered to be an all-in-one controller solution, the Akai Professional MPK249 is a 49-key performance pad and keyboard controller that combines deep software integration, enhanced workflow, and core technologies from the iconic line of MPC workstations. The MPK249 comes fully loaded with a professional production software package plus a comprehensive, customizable interface for manipulating virtual instruments, effect plugins, DAWs and more. MPK249 features 49 semi-weighted keys with after touch, 16 MPC-style pads with RGB feedback, 8 assignable knobs, faders and switches, and onboard transport buttons. Three banks expand the number of knobs, faders and switches (up to 24 of each), and four pad banks expand the number of pads (up to 64 total). Plus, MPK249 is USB-powered and optimized to interface directly with your Mac or PC with hassle-free plug-and-play connectivity.

• Pro Keyboard Performance - 49 semi-weighted, velocity-sensitive full-size keys and a premium piano-style keybed for unprecedented response and natural feel
• Beat Making Essentials - 16 RGB-illuminated MPC-style pads each with 4 banks for 64 pads - the perfect solution for triggering samples, loops, one-shots, melodics and more
• Assignable Control - 24 assignable Q-Link controllers comprising 8 control knobs, faders and switches engineered for hassle-free DAW / virtual instrument mapping
• Your Studio Centerpiece - Take command of your peripheral MIDI equipment courtesy of an onboard USB-MIDI interface with 5-pin MIDI input & output
• Core MPC Tools - MPC mainstay controls included - MPC Note Repeat, arpeggiator, MPC Full Level, Tap Tempo and Time Division
• Comprehensive Production Software Package for Mac and PC included - Ableton Live Lite, Hybrid 3 by AIR Music Tech & SONiVOX Twist 2.0 (downloads)

User questions & answers

Question:	Does it work well with garageband
Answer:	The product size is only 18.8 inches * 7.8 inches * 1.65 inches (2.7 pounds), which can hold mine, but it depends on the size of your backpack.
Question:	Im shopping around but can't find how many sounds or how many gigs worth of sounds this comes with. does this come with 9+ gigs like the mpc studio
Answer:	Yes, the mini keyboard has microphone, headphone jack and two high-quality speakers.
Question:	Does this work with an amp
Answer:	Yes, sure. I love this!!
Question:	Can this be used by itself, without a computer to make sounds
Answer:	Yes, it has multi-functional interfacesand if you have further questions, donner's after-sales team will also there to help you.

Product features

Premium, Natural Response

With MPK249, experience the ultimate in playing response from a controller equally suited to studio and live performance scenarios alike. The MPK249 comes equipped with 49 semi-weighted, full-size keys and a premium Akai Professional piano-style keybed for unprecedented response and natural feel. A dynamic, expressive response and faithful capture of every subtle nuance of your performance is assured, thanks to MPK249’s velocity-sensitive keybed with aftertouch. In addition, onboard Octave Up and Down controls allow players to access the entire melodic range – perfect for bass lines, piano harmony, solo leads and much more.

Genuine MPC Functionality

Unlock your creative potential and take your performance to the next level with MPK249’s arsenal of MPC controls. 16 conveniently located, velocity-sensitive MPC-style pads with RGB feedback provide the ideal platform for triggering one-shots, drum hits, loops, instrumental samples and more - expandable up to 64 pads via 4 banks. Add further dynamic flair and experience the ultimate platform for immediate creative inspiration courtesy of Classic MPC Note Repeat, Full Level and an on-board arpeggiator, with adjustable resolution, range and patterns, for unrestricted exploration of complex melodic ideas, effortlessly.

Total Control

Experience total control of your DAW, virtual effects and virtual instruments with MPK249’s collection of in-demand controls, meticulously engineered for the modern producer and live performer. Combining full transport controls and 24 assignable Q-Link controllers - including 8 control knobs, faders and switches (expandable to 24 of each via 3 banks) – MPK249 seamlessly maps to any assignable parameter for surgical creative control. Plus, with MPK249’s onboard 5-pin MIDI input & output, harness the power of our outboard equipment from a controller designed from the ground up to be the ultimate compact creative centerpiece.

Express Yourself

MPK249 comes loaded with core functionality to capture your creativity and pave the way for immersive, expressive performances. Combining on-board pitch bend, modulation and octave controls MPK225 provides critical expressive control in a portable road-tested footprint – plus, with the inclusion of 1 assignable footswitch jack & 1 expression jack, embellish your performances with natural, piano-style sustain or expand your control-source arsenal for unparalleled creative exploration.

Ableton Live Lite

Ableton Live Lite delivers much of the functionality of Ableton Live-the revolutionary, music production solution that lets you spontaneously compose, record, remix, improvise and edit your musical ideas in a seamless audio/MIDI environment. Live brings your acoustic, electronic and virtual instruments-as well as your digital audio recordings and MIDI sequences-together in a single interface with unparalleled ease of use.

Hybrid 3 & SONiVOX Twist

Hybrid 3.0 is the next generation in synthesis. This high-definition virtual synthesizer combines the coveted warmth of analog synths with a full range of futuristic digital manipulation capabilities. SONiVOX Twist is a spectral morphing synthesis virtual instrument. Comprised of a dynamic interface, an advanced pattern generator and onboard effects, Twist lets you create serious sounds using simple controls

Welcome to The World of VIP Music Software

Experience expanded control of your VST instrument and effect collection with MPK249 and VIP3.1 (Free Download Included). VIP3.1 provides you with unparalleled access to your virtual instrument and effect collection, seamlessly integrating the hardware / software experience and grants the unrestricted freedom to create in a user-friendly, intuitive format.

MPC Beats Software

Whatever you set out to achieve, MPC Beats will get you started. Incorporating the finest parts of the legendary MPC workflow, MPC Beats features all the essential tools for pro production.

Edit samples, mixdown your tracks, find any sound with the synth engines found on the legendary MPCs, record audio and much more.

MPC Beats will host your AU/VST plugins so as you expand your arsenal, know you’ll have complete compatibility with industry standard virtual studio technology.

Product description

Perform, Produce, Jam

Introducing the ultra-portable, go-anywhere MPK Mini Play, based on the world’s most popular MIDI controller — Akai Professional’s MPK Mini. Packed with 128 sounds, its own built-in speaker, 8 backlit MPC drum pads & knobs for editing your sounds and a 4-way joystick for simple, tactile control, and you have all you need to take your music on-the-go. Powered by 3 “AA” batteries, the MPK Mini Play is built for hours of wireless fun. You can also connect to a computer via USB port for plug-and-play MIDI capability. Don’t want to disturb others or simply looking to amplify MPK Mini Play? No sweat! Simply use the mini-audio output jack to connect headphones or virtually any external speaker, amplifier or mixer.



Express Yourself

At the heart of MPK Mini Play is a 25 key, velocity-sensitive synth-action mini keybed with octave up and down buttons to expand the keyboard to the full melodic range. With the iconic 4-way joystick for pitch and modulation control and a dedicated sustain pedal input, access all the tools to capture every subtle nuance of your performance.



Tweak, Customize

Make your sound your own! With dedicated filter and resonance control, take command of the timbre and tonality of MPK Mini Play’s stock sounds and fine-tune your signature sound. We even include EQ, filter, reverb and chorus controls for further customization – modulate your sound, add some space and truly take your sound to other-worldly heights.



Enhanced Performance

With an on-board arpeggiator, with tap tempo and multiple arp modes, creating retro-inspired synth lines or sourcing that initial idea to spark your creativity couldn’t be simpler. All the mainstay controls you come to expect from Akai Professional are also here, including Full Level and Note Repeat for unrestricted performance capability.

• Standalone Piano Style Keyboard – Portable mini keyboard and USB MIDI controller with 25 velocity-sensitive synthesizer action keys, pitch/mod joystick control, plus 128 sounds and 10 drum kits
• Play Anywhere – Built in speaker, 1/8-inch headphone output and battery powered specification (3 x AA batteries – not included) for performing and producing on the go
• Beat Maker Essential – Two banks of eight ultra-responsive backlit MIDI drum pads with Note Repeat and Full Level functions for drum machine style performance and music production
• Tweak, Customize – Two banks of four knobs (eight total) to tweak internal sounds or software parameters; in standalone mode control chorus, reverb, filter, EQ and envelope controls
• The MPC Production Experience - Includes MPC Beats Software complete with the finest features and essential production tools from the Akai Professional MPC Series
• Pro Software Suite – Includes ProTools First, Akai Pro MPC Beats, AIR Music Tech Hybrid 3 and SONiVOX Wobble (downloads)

User questions & answers

Question:	What do I need if I want to use an iPad instead of a computer
Answer:	AKAI support here! You will need a Lightning to USB adapter from Apple in order to properly connect the keyboard to an iPad. If you have any other questions, please feel free to call or email us using the contact information on akaipro.com/support.
Question:	Can this connect to an iPad
Answer:	Connecting to an iPad works with the proper adapter cable. GarageBand will work with the keyboard, but there isn’t support in that program to map the various knobs & keys. You may get different results with other midi compatible programs on the iPad.
Question:	I bought one but code did not work , where can I complain. They sent another code still not working! So frustrated
Answer:	You can complain anywhere. At work, to your family, even out loud to yourself in public. But I would go to the akai website. You should be able to contact the company directly
Question:	Does is work with FL studio
Answer:	M-Audio support here! This will work perfectly in FL Studio. If you have any other questions, please feel free to call or email us using the contact information on maudio.com/support.

Product features

Perform, Produce, Jam

Introducing the ultra-portable, go-anywhere MPK Mini Play, based on the world’s most popular MIDI controller—Akai Professional’s MPK Mini.

Packed with 128 sounds, its own built-in speaker, 8 backlit MPC drum pads & knobs for editing your sounds and a 4-way joystick for simple, tactile control, and you have all you need to take your music on-the-go.

Powered by 3 “AA” batteries, the MPK Mini Play is built for hours of wireless fun. You can also connect to a computer via USB port for plug-and-play MIDI capability.

Don’t want to disturb others or simply looking to amplify MPK Mini Play? No sweat! Simply use the mini-audio output jack to connect headphones or virtually any external speaker, amplifier or mixer.

Whether you’re looking to get into the world of music production, or seeking the ultimate tool to hammer out that killer lick on the move, MPK Mini Play is the solution you have been waiting for!

Express Yourself

At the heart of MPK Mini Play is a 25 key, velocity-sensitive synth-action mini keybed with octave up and down buttons to expand the keyboard to the full melodic range.

With the iconic 4-way joystick for pitch and modulation control and a dedicated sustain pedal input, access all the tools to capture every subtle nuance of your performance.

Standalone Sound

Don’t have access to your Mac or PC? No Sweat! MPK Mini Play includes 128 on-board instrument sounds that cover everything from traditional instruments to in-demand synth sounds. Plus, there are 10 hard-hitting drum kits included for tactile beat-production on-the-move. Browsing your library of sounds couldn’t be simpler thanks to the radiant OLED display and dedicated browser encoder.

Tweak, Customize

Make your sound your own! With dedicated filter and resonance control, take command of the timbre and tonality of MPK Mini Play’s stock sounds and fine-tune your signature sound. We even include EQ, filter, reverb and chorus controls for further customization – modulate your sound, add some space and truly take your sound to other-worldly heights.

Ultra-Portable

Don’t leave home without it! MPK Mini Play is the only solution you need for expressive, immersive performances. With a built-in speaker, and long-life battery power via 3 x AA batteries (not included), unleash your performance from your computer and be ready whenever inspiration strikes. Looking to practise late into the night – no problem, there’s even a 1/8-inch headphone output!

Enhanced Performance

With an on-board arpeggiator, with tap tempo and multiple arp modes, creating retro-inspired synth lines or sourcing that initial idea to spark your creativity couldn’t be simpler. All the mainstay controls you come to expect from Akai Professional are also here, including Full Level and Note Repeat for unrestricted performance capability.

Premium Software Suite

Ignite your creativity wherever you are, then capture your honed performance with MPK Mini Play’s premium software suite including ProTools First, Hybrid 3 and Wobble. With these two industry-standard DAWs and virtual instruments from AIR Music Tech, you have everything you need for immediate creative potential right-out-the-box.

MPC Beats Software

Whatever you set out to achieve, MPC Beats will get you started. Incorporating the finest parts of the legendary MPC workflow, MPC Beats features all the essential tools for pro production.

Edit samples, mixdown your tracks, find any sound with the synth engines found on the legendary MPCs, record audio and much more.

MPC Beats will host your AU/VST plugins so as you expand your arsenal, know you’ll have complete compatibility with industry standard virtual studio technology.

Product description

Take control, wherever you go

Go mobile without losing control. Akai Professional’s MPK Mini MKII is an ultra-compact keyboard controller designed for the traveling musician and the desktop producer. With a cluster of production-centric in-demand hardware controls coupled with a slim-line ultra-portable footprint, MPK Mini MKII lets you record, compose and perform with virtual instruments, effect plugins and DAWs whenever inspiration strikes.



Core control

MPK Mini MKII includes all the essential tools for quickly laying down and expanding upon your musical ideas. 25 velocity-sensitive synth-action keys, a four-way thumbstick for dynamic pitch and modulation manipulation, eight backlit velocity-sensitive MPC-style pads and eight assignable Q-Link knobs provide the core functionality specifically engineered for rapid production potential, all housed in an ultra-portable footprint.



Express yourself

Whatever your needs, MPK Mini MKII empowers producers with essential control that’s ready to capture the idea in your head whenever inspiration strikes; dedicated octave up and down buttons increase the keyboard to the full melodic range - Ideal for playing basslines, chords, melodies and more; a conveniently located sustain pedal input provides expanded control for expressive, immersive performances; finally, an on-board arpeggiator with adjustable resolution, range, and modes for simple, user-friendly and rapid creation of intricate melodic lines.



Plug-and-play

For maximum portability, MPK Mini MKII requires no software drivers or external power adapter for operation. Combining plug-and-play connectivity, a seamless USB-MIDI connection and power via a single USB connection to your Mac or PC, MPK Mini MKII is a portable production powerhouse. Plus, for instant-recall of critical settings, four memory banks enable you to store hardware/software presets for rapid setup of your computer and MPK Mini MKII on the fly.

• Total Control Wherever You Go - USB MIDI keyboard controller with 25 velocity-sensitive keys and octave up / down buttons to access the full melodic range – perfect virtual synthesizer control
• Express Yourself - Innovative 4-way thumbstick for dynamic pitch and modulation MIDI control, plus a built-in arpeggiator with adjustable resolution, range and modes
• Plug & Play – No drivers required, USB powered and ultra portable design lets you create anywhere
• Beat Maker Essentials - 8 backlit velocity-sensitive MPC drum pads with Note Repeat & Full Level for programming drums, triggering samples and controlling virtual instrument / DAW controls
• Take Command of Your DAW - 8 fully-assignable Q-Link knobs for mixing, tweaking plug-ins and more
• The MPC Production Experience - Includes MPC Beats Software compete with the finest features and essential production tools from the AKAI Professional MPC Series
• 1400 Sounds and Everything You Need For Pro Production - Production software package for Mac and PC included: AKAI Pro MPC Beats, SONiVOX Wobble, and Hybrid 3 by AIR Music Tech (downloads)

User questions & answers

Question:	Roughly how many MIDI sounds are on this
Answer:	None. Its a midi keyboard only. All the sounds must come from your computer.
Question:	Does it work for FL Studio
Answer:	Yes absloutely, once you connect it FL studio will recognize and you can start right away
Question:	Does it include a MIDI USB cable
Answer:	It includes a standard USB 2.0 cable, the keyboard only sends MIDI signals through it so it will work with whatever DAW you're using. Also has software to change what every key/pad/knob ect does.
Question:	Does this work with Apple Logic Pro X
Answer:	Yes, there's mac versions of all the software that comes with it, you download it from the website with a voucher in the box

Product features

Take Control, Wherever you go

Go mobile without losing control. Akai Professional’s MPK Mini MKII is an ultra-compact keyboard controller designed for the traveling musician and the desktop producer.

With a cluster of production-centric in-demand hardware controls coupled with a slim-line ultra-portable footprint, MPK Mini MKII lets you record, compose and perform with virtual instruments, effect plug-ins and DAWs whenever inspiration strikes.

Core Control

MPK Mini MKII includes all the essential tools for quickly laying down and expanding upon your musical ideas - all engineered using the industry-standard tools Akai Professional is famous for.

25 velocity-sensitive synth-action keys provide a natural action, capturing every subtle nuance of your performance. An innovative, eye-catching four way thumbstick provides the ultimate tool for dynamic pitch and modulation performance effects. Eight backlit velocity-sensitive MPC-style pads and eight assignable Q-Link knobs provide core control and beat-making functionality specifically engineered for rapid production potential.

Express Yourself

Whatever your needs, MPK Mini MKII provides essential functionality that’s ready to capture the idea in your head whenever inspiration strikes.

Dedicated Octave Up and Down buttons increase the keyboard to the full melodic range – ideal for playing basslines, chords, melodies and more. A conveniently located sustain pedal input provides expanded control for expressive, immersive performances. Finally, an onboard arpeggiator with adjustable resolution, range and modes facilitates simple, user-friendly and rapid creation of inspiring melodic lines

Plug-And-Play

For maximum portability, MPK Mini requires no software drivers or external power adapter for operation. Combining plug-and-play connectivity, a seamless USB-MIDI connection and power via a single USB connection to your Mac or PC, MPK Mini MKII is a portable production powerhouse.

Plus, for instant-recall of critical settings, four memory banks enable you to store hardware/software presets for rapid setup of your computer and MPK Mini MKII on the fly.

Hybrid 3

Hybrid 3, by AIR Music Technology, is a critically acclaimed high-definition synthesizer that combines the coveted warmth of analog synths with a full range of futuristic digital manipulation capabilities.

SONiVOX Wobble

SONiVOX’s Wobble is an electronic music grime synthesizer that features two independent channels of spectral morphing synthesis with harmonic controls, individual filtering and discrete LFO controls.

MPC Beats Software

Whatever you set out to achieve, MPC Beats will get you started. This immersive digital audio workstation lets you edit samples, mixdown your tracks, find any sound with three pro synth engines found on the legendary MPCs, record audio tracks and much more.

VIP 3.1

Experience expanded control of your VST instrument and effect collection with MPK Mini MKII and VIP 3.1. VIP 3.1 provides you with unparalleled access to your virtual instrument and effect collection, seamlessly integrating the hardware / software experience.

Product description

The Alesis VI61 is an advanced USB/MIDI keyboard MIDI controller that lets you take command of your music software with a series of pads, knobs, and buttons. With 61 velocity-sensitive semi-weighted keys with after touch and Octave Up/Down buttons, you can expand the keyboard to the full melodic range and play bass lines, chords, and melodies. VI61 also features 16 assignable knobs and 48 assignable buttons for manipulating effect plugins and virtual instruments: open and close filters, adjust volume levels, activate effects, tweak parameters, and more. 16 velocity-sensitive RGB trigger pads allow you to launch clips or finger drum with exceptional response and colorful visual feedback. Plus, pitch and modulation wheels expand the expressive capabilities of your performing.



Includes Xpand!2

Struggling to find that perfect sound but getting tired of the same old presets? VI61 includes the full version of Xpand!2 by AIR Music Tech, a powerful multi-timbral virtual instrument including a collection of over 2000 studio-grade sounds to create with. Whether you’re looking for that signature sound or some inspiration - this synth doesn’t disappoint!



Pro Tools | First Alesis Edition

With VI61, artists and producers are given a virtually unlimited range of creative and versatile options with a specifically tailored Pro Tools | First software bundle for Alesis hardware. Pro Tools | First Alesis Edition features Unlimited Busses, Elastic Time and Elastic Pitch, Offline Bounce and 1 GB of free cloud storage space for collaboration or accessing projects from any computer anywhere that is connected to the internet, plus compatibility with all the included AIR Music Tech Virtual Instruments. This amazing audio and MIDI recording software helps inspire any artist, musician or singer-songwriter to create, record and share all their ideas across the world at any time.



World-Class Virtual Instruments

Also included are two premium virtual instruments from leading developer AIR Music Technology, the Mini Grand and DB-33 Tonewheel Organ. Mini Grand is a simple-to-use yet powerful virtual piano instrument with seven different acoustic piano sounds to suit a broad range of musical styles and production needs. DB-33 is a virtual organ that recreates the sounds and controllability of classic tonewheel organs such as the Hammond B3, and the rotary-speaker cabinets they are often played through. It includes 122 preset sounds plus an extra-realistic convolution rotary cabinet and tube overdrive emulation.



Eleven Lite

Need to lay down authentic-sounding guitar tracks? Want to add high quality fx to your keyboard, vocal, or drum tracks? Eleven Lite has got you covered! With the choice of modern and vintage amps & cabs and sounds that bring you from the beautiful cleans to modern hi-gain aggressiveness and everywhere in between, Eleven Lite will help you achieve the wall of sound your recordings need.



Ableton Live Lite

Ableton Live Lite delivers much of the functionality of Ableton Live— the revolutionary, multi-award winning music production solution that lets you spontaneously compose, record, remix, improvise and edit your musical ideas in a seamless audio/MIDI environment. Live brings your acoustic, electronic and virtual instruments—as well as your digital audio recordings and MIDI sequences—together in a single interface with unparalleled ease of use.

• MIDI Keyboard with 61 full-sized, square-front, semi-weighted keys with after touch. USB MIDI and 5-pin MIDI Out offer flexible MIDI connectivity
• Manipulate plugins and virtual instruments with hands-on controls. With VI61, you can open and close filters on virtual synthesizers, adjust volume levels in your mix, activate effects, and much more
• 16 velocity-sensitive trigger pads with illuminated RGB feedback for beat production and clip launching. Pitch and modulation wheels deliver expressive, creative control
• 48 assignable buttons and 16 assignable knobs interface with your music software. Seamless visual feedback via LED screen and illuminated buttons and knobs
• Software Included - Includes ProTools | First Alesis Edition, Ableton Live Lite 9 and Eleven Lite, plus Mini Grand, DB-33 and Xpand!2 virtual instrument software by Air Music Tech

User questions & answers

Question:	Can you record samples and use them
Answer:	Alesis support here! The VI25 is a controller only, allowing you to control audio from your DAW so with the combination of a DAW, you can definitely record samples and use them with this keyboard. If you have any other questions, please feel free to email me directly at [email protected].
Question:	does this work with garageband
Answer:	Yup
Question:	does it plug into ac
Answer:	I dont believe so. It is a midi controller and I assume it is purely usb-buss powered. It may have the option for AC incase you don't wish to strain your laptop battery but I am unsure as it is unreleased yet. By the way if you didn't know this is a midi controller and cannot standalone or produce sounds without being connected to a computer or to analog/digital hardware such as a synth or drum machine.
Question:	how do the keys "feel" compared to an actuall piano key? i have found that alot of lower priced keyboards hav a spongey kinda feel
Answer:	These keys are semi weighted. This means that when you press down on them they have light to moderate resistance when pressed and will return less springy than a cheaper synth. Think between a regular piano and a cheap synth and that's the feel you get.

Product features

The Building Blocks of Professional Music Production

The Alesis VI61 is an advanced USB/MIDI keyboard MIDI controller that lets you take command of your music software with a series of pads, knobs, and buttons.

With 61 velocity-sensitive semi-weighted keys with aftertouch and Octave Up/Down buttons, you can expand the keyboard to the full melodic range and play bass lines, chords, and melodies.

61 Full-Sized Keys and 16 Pads

16 velocity-sensitive RGB trigger pads allow you to launch clips or finger drum with exceptional response and colorful visual feedback. Plus, pitch and modulation wheels expand the expressive capabilities of your performance

Integration Made Easy

VI61 was designed to seamlessly and effortlessly integrate with your music software. A single USB connection to your Mac or PC provides both power and MIDI functionality, allowing you to plug right into your computer and start making music.

Full On-Board Control

VI61 also features 16 assignable knobs and 48 assignable buttons for manipulating effect plugins and virtual instruments: open and close filters, adjust volume levels, activate effects, tweak parameters, and more.

Premium Software Suite Included

With VI61, artists and producers are given a virtually unlimited range of creative and versatile options with a specifically tailored Pro Tools | First software bundle for Alesis hardware, plus pro-grade virtual instrument software by Air Music Tech. Combining Pro Tools | First Alesis Edition, Ableton Live Lite 9 and Eleven Lite, plus Mini Grand, DB-33 and Xpand!2, this amazing recording software suite provides core tools for any artist, musician or singer-songwriter to create, record and share all their ideas across the world at any time.

Product description

Step Up to Standalone



From rich melodics and hard-hitting drums to the most infectious grooves, if you expect to get real professional production results you need next-generation tools that act as a natural extension of your creativity. Enter the MPC One, a Music Production Center engineered to enrich your workflow and create the ultimate standalone music production experience.



Full MPC Experience



From the bedroom beat maker to the studio music producer – MPC One features the same power as the MPC X, skillfully combined into a compact standalone desktop unit that easily handles the most demanding tasks. Edit and chop samples with hand gestures on the bright 7” touch screen color display. Express your ideas effortlessly and directly with the dedicated knobs and touch keys that eliminate cumbersome drop-down menus.



MPC Mainstays

Four touch sensitive knobs and a large data encoder seamlessly map to critical parameters. Sixteen velocity- and pressure-sensitive RBG beat pads deliver perfect response for full expressive range. MPC mainstays including Note Repeat, Full Level, 16 Levels and dedicated Transport Controls complete the MPC One’s arsenal of control options, providing complete production capability.



Studio Connectivity

The MPC One is ready to work with your current music studio equipment and will grow with you as your needs expand. Connect your USB MIDI keyboard controller (like the MPK Mini MKII) or line-level ¼-inch instruments. Control your MIDI devices (including synthesizers and drum machines) and your CV/Gate modules & racks. And there’s no need to worry about interconnectivity, since MPC One is ready to work right alongside professional music production gear.



MPC Software 2

Akai Professional’s reimagined MPC 2 Software drives MPC One in both standalone and MIDI controller modes. This is a cutting-edge music production suite combining 128-track sequencing capability, real-time time stretching, clip-launch functionality, advanced MIDI editing capability, VST compatibility in controller mode, operation as a standalone application on Mac & PC, advanced sampling & audio editing/recording functionality, seamless DAW integration, a redesigned GUI and much more.

• Beat Maker Essential - Standalone MPC, sampler, drum machine and MIDI controller (for the included MPC Software – Mac / PC) with the powerful MultiCore System from the MPC Live and MPC X
• Developed for the Modern Music Producer – 16 velocity sensitive RGB beat pads, 7” high-resolution multi-touch display, touch capacitive encoders and connectivity for USB MIDI keyboard controllers
• Connectivity - MIDI In / MIDI Out for control of synthesizers and drum machines; line inputs for recording / sampling; line outputs; headphone out; CV/Gate outputs for modular synth control
• On Demand Sound - Custom sample & loop library; exclusive standalone synth engines (Electric, Tubesynth and Bassline); premium AIR FX for mixing & mastering; network access for Splice Integration
• The MPC Experience – Compact desktop format; built in USB audio interface; USB Slots for thumb drives; SD card slot; MPC mainstays including Note Repeat, Full Level, 16 Levels and Transport Controls

Product features

MPC Software 2

Akai Professional’s MPC 2 Software drives MPC One in both standalone and controller modes. With 128-track sequencing, real-time time stretching, clip-launch functionality, audio tracks and much more, all the tools your production demands are included.

Packed with Content

Simplify your sample browsing and auditioning with on-board Splice integration in MPC One. There’s also a new drum sample & loop library that continues the MPC tradition of hard-hitting, industry-renowned drum sounds courtesy of the world’s leading sound designers.

Product description

Introducing the MPK Mini MK3 – Your Hit Song Starts Here! Introducing the MPK Mini MK3, the 3rd iteration of the world’s legendary best-selling mini 25-key plug & play USB MIDI keyboard controller that redefined how a generation of creators make music. Everything the modern music producer demands is here: Universal compatibility for instant integration with your favorite host music production app (DAW); its compact size makes it an ideal travel companion; its arsenal of beat pads, an arpeggiator, MPC Note Repeat & Full Level, a 4-way joystick and MIDI assignable controls let you take compete command of every aspect of your production; the new Gen 2 enhanced dynamic keybed guarantees your performance is captured with every subtle inflection of your delivery. For the beginner, MPK Mini is a complete package with every tool you need to create hit songs from the get-go. For the working professional, MPK Mini is the ultimate musical Swiss Army knife, ready to deliver on any musical task. Every song starts somewhere, so rid yourself of any roadblocks by starting your next hit with MPK Mini. Complete Music Production Starter Kit Your journey to a hit song starts with MPK Mini and the Complete Music Production Starter Kit is the roadmap to your destination. Start with a DAW based on the legendary MPC workflow, add in drum and sample expansion packs that the industry pros use, and top it off with the most versatile virtual plugin instruments available today, the possibilities are endless. Featured software includes MPC Beats, AIR Hybrid, Mini Grand, Velvet and assorted MPC Expansion packs. Setup Simplicity Don’t want to get bogged down in complicated installs? MPK Mini features a single install (available as a download upon registration on the Akai Professional website) of all this industry-standard software so you spend less time bogged down in technicality and more time creating your next hit!

• Music Production and Beat Maker Essential – USB powered MIDI controller with 25 mini MIDI keyboard velocity-sensitive keys for studio production, virtual synthesizer control and beat production
• Total Control of your Production - Innovative 4-way thumbstick for dynamic pitch and modulation control, plus a built-in arpeggiator with adjustable resolution, range and modes
• The MPC Experience - 8 backlit velocity-sensitive MPC-style MIDI beat pads with Note Repeat & Full Level for programming drums, triggering samples and controlling virtual synthesizer / DAW controls
• Complete Command of your Virtual Instruments and FX - 8 360-degree knobs assign to all your music studio plugins for mixing, tweaking synth controls and more
• 1500+ Sounds and Everything You Need for Pro Production – Complete Music Production Starter Kit including MPC Beats, 6 Virtual Instruments and 2GB of sound content

User questions & answers

Question:	are the keys velocity sensitive
Answer:	Hi, Akai Pro support here! Thanks for your question. Yes, the keybed on our MPK Mini MK3 is velocity sensitive! I hope this helps and If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us directly - [email protected] Thanks, Krishan
Question:	is Mpc Beats (daw) work in reaper ? Can the midi from Beats be tranferred to reaper as midi? are any of the sounds vst's
Answer:	Hi, Akai Pro support here! Thanks for your question. Yes! MPC Beats can operate as a VST instrument within Reaper so you can still access all the supplied content within your favourite DAW. I hope this helps and If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us directly - [email protected] Thanks, Krishan
Question:	Can it control the mpc live
Answer:	Hi, Akai Pro support here! Thanks for your question. Our MPK Mini MK3 can certainly be used in conjunction with an MPC Live II to provide additional control and more! I hope this helps and If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us directly - [email protected] Thanks, Krishan
Question:	Does this work for Fl Studio
Answer:	Hi, Akai Pro support here! Thanks for your question. Yes! Our MPK Mini MK3 features a built in program mapping designed for FL Studio 20. I hope this helps and If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us directly - [email protected] Thanks, Krishan

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Your Hit Song Starts Here

Your entry-point into a world of pro production starts here. Introducing the MPK mini mk3, the 3rd iteration of the world’s legendary best-selling USB MIDI 25-key mini keyboard controller that redefined how a generation of creators make music.

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Join the Pros

M-Audio’s Oxygen Pro 49 is a powerful, 49-key USB powered MIDI controller complete with an arsenal of must-have production tools to streamline your creative process. It doesn’t matter if you want to create music on the go or in the studio, the M-Audio Oxygen Pro series is perfectly flexible for any workflow.



Premium Response, Hands-on Control

Fusing 49 best-in-class, velocity-sensitive, semi-weighted keys with aftertouch and assignable zones with a built in arpeggiator, 16 RGB, backlit, assignable, velocity-sensitive drum pads with Note Repeat, 8 assignable knobs and 9 assignable faders, Oxygen Pro 49 comes complete with everything you need to get the most out of your virtual instrument collection and DAW.



Seamless DAW & Performance Control with Auto-Mapping

With the easy to read OLED screen, configuring the Oxygen Pro 49 with any mainstream DAW couldn’t be simpler. Whether you use Pro Tools, MPC Beats, Ableton Live, Cubase, Logic, Studio One or any other music making platform, simply select the map and Auto-Mapping will take care of the rest.



Smart Controls

With Smart Chord and Smart Scale technology, Oxygen Pro 49 removes any and all barriers to your production. With Smart Chord activated, pressing a single key or pad will play a full chord with easy-to-use options to set chord properties and customized progressions across the keybed. With Smart Scale, Oxygen Pro 49’s keybed can be configured to one of 16 scale variations, so only notes in the selected scale are played.



Premium Software Suite

Record, sequence, arrange and mixdown your tracks with a choice of three professional DAWs including Pro Tools | First M-Audio Edition, MPC Beats and Ableton Live Lite. Find and create any sound imaginable with a virtual instrument collection from legendary developer AIR Music Tech and dive into a world of cutting-edge sound content with a collection of Expansion Packs from Akai Professional’s legendary MPC Series.

• MIDI Keyboard Essentials - 49 velocity-sensitive, semi weighted keys with aftertouch and assignable zones for playing virtual sampler instruments and virtual synthesizer plugins
• Beat Maker Mainstays - 16 RGB backlit MIDI assignable velocity sensitive drum pads with Note Repeat for beat production, clip launching, soundboard triggering and more
• Total Command of Your Music Production - 8 assignable knobs & buttons and 9 assignable faders for tactile MIDI control of virtual instruments, effect plugins, DAW controls and more
• Every Tool You Need – Effortless auto-mapping for DAW controls & plugin parameters; Smart Chord & Smart Scale modes; Arpeggiator; pitch & modulation wheels; sustain pedal input; 5-pin MIDI Output
• Complete software production package Included - Pro Tools | First M-Audio Edition, MPC Beats, Ableton Live Lite, 6 virtual instruments from AIR Music Tech and 7 Akai Professional MPC Expansion packs

User questions & answers

Question:	Is it fully compatible with GarageBand
Answer:	Hi, M-Audio support here! Yes, Oxygen Pro 25 even features an inbuilt program for GarageBand!

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Command Your Mix

Discover an unprecedented degree of real-time tactile control as you create and mix your music with Oxygen Pro 49’s 8 assignable knobs & buttons and 9 assignable faders.

Beat Maker Essentials

Play drums, trigger one-shot melodics & samples, or even launch clips with 8 RGB velocity-sensitive pads with Note Repeat that capture every subtle inflection of your performance.

Next-Gen Playability

Oxygen Pro 49’s PrecisionTouch keybed combines a pro semi-weighted action with advanced high-speed scanning technology and Assignable Aftertouch for an ultra-expressive, unrivaled playing experience.

Seamless DAW Control with Auto-Mapping

Whether you use Pro Tools, MPC Beats, Ableton Live, Cubase, Logic or any other music making platform, simply select the map using the OLED screen and Auto-Mapping will take care of the rest.

Smart Controls

With Smart Chord and Smart Scale technology, Oxygen Pro 49 removes all barriers to your production - spend less time hitting technique-based roadblocks and more time realizing your creative vision!

Advanced Arpeggiator

Take your production where it needs to go with Oxygen Pro 49’s built in Arpeggiator with dedicated controls for type, octave, gate and swing.

World-Class DAWs

Whatever your production discipline, Oxygen Pro 49 includes everything for immediate creative potential from the get-go. Record, sequence, arrange and mixdown your tracks with a choice of three professional DAWs including Pro Tools | First M-Audio Edition, MPC Beats and Ableton Live Lite.

Premium Virtual Instruments and Sound Content

Find and create any sound imaginable with a virtual instrument collection from legendary developer AIR Music Tech, including Hybrid 3, Velvet, Mini Grand, Vacuum, Boom and DB-33. Plus, dive into a world of cutting-edge sound content with a collection of Expansion Packs from the legendary MPC Series

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Beat Production - Anywhere

Akai Professional’s MPD218 is a MIDI-over-USB pad controller perfect for producers, programmers, musicians and DJs alike. Its intuitive blend of MPC controls and technologies mesh with seamless USB connectivity to bring the feel of classic beat making into the world of computer music production. At the heart of MPD218 are 16 ultra-sensitive, hyper-playable Thick Fat MPC pads, ideal for triggering drums, one-shots, melodic samples, basslines and more; with 3 pad banks available and a pressure- and velocity-sensitive specification, expand MPD218’s performance capability to 48 fully-assignable, ultra-reactive triggers that capture every subtlety and nuance of your performance.

• Beat Production, Anywhere - Ultra-portable, feature-packed and USB powered pad controller with 16 thick fat MPC pads for triggering drums, melodic samples, effects and more
• Expandable Banks - Easily accessible dedicated controls for three pad banks provides a total of 48 assignable pads
• Assignable Control - 18 fully assignable 360-Degree potentiometers accessible via three banks for controlling DAW, virtual effect and virtual instrument parameters
• Feature Packed - MPC note repeat and full level controls for immersive expressive performances
• Comprehensive Software Suite Included - Ableton Live Lite, Sonivox Big Bang cinematic percussion and Big Bang universal drums
• The MPC Production Experience - Includes MPC Beats Software complete with the finest features and essential production tools from the Akai Professional MPC Series
• iOS Connectivity Covered - Control your iOS apps and open up a world of pad control capability using the Camera Connection Kit (sold separately)

User questions & answers

Question:	can this work with serato dj and plug into a numark mixtrack platinum
Answer:	I have used this to load hot cues in a different program, but I imagine you can map the pads to hot cues.
Question:	Why is the same product advertised for 2 different price? One not in store until the day before Christmas costing $20.00 less
Answer:	Not sure why, but probably different merchants setting their own price.
Question:	I think i know the answer to this, but is there a 5 pin midi adapter? i don't want to use a computer. i want to use outboard gear
Answer:	Hi, Akai Pro support here! Thanks for your question. Our MPD218 will only send MIDI via USB. With this said, our MPD226 will allow you to send MIDI via the 1/8" MIDI output; x2 1/8" to 5-pin MIDI adapters are supplied with our MPD226. I hope this helps and If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us directly - [email protected] Thanks, Krishan
Question:	can you change the sensitivity on the pads
Answer:	I have the mpd218 and it goes by how hard you press the button, there is a button labeled "full level" when it's lit no matter how soft or hard you hit the button its at the loudest level, make sure that button is not on

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The Ultimate Beat Production Studio Centerpiece

The MPD218 is a MIDI-over-USB pad controller perfect for producers, programmers, musicians and DJs alike.

Its intuitive blend of MPC controls and technologies mesh with seamless USB connectivity to bring the feel of classic beat making into the world of computer music production.

MPC Beats Software

Whatever you set out to achieve, MPC Beats will get you started. Incorporating the finest parts of the legendary MPC workflow, MPC Beats features all the essential tools for pro production.

Edit samples, mixdown your tracks, find any sound with the synth engines found on the legendary MPCs, record audio and much more.

MPC Beats will host your AU/VST plugins so as you expand your arsenal, know you’ll have complete compatibility with industry standard virtual studio technology.

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Join the 88 Key Club The M-Audio Hammer 88 Pro is a full-sized, 88 key MIDI keyboard controller with graded hammer action that opens up a wide world of creativity - the perfect addition to your recording studio equipment! Taking feedback from users and artists alike, the new Hammer 88 Pro is equipped to be the ultimate home studio workstation and live performance tool. Add the Hammer 88 Pro’s natural piano feel to your arsenal and bring your music to the next level! Next-Gen Piano Feel Hammer 88 Pro’s best-in-class 88 graded hammer-action keybed combines professional, graded, weighted hammer-action with advanced high-speed key bed scanning technology for an ultra-expressive playing experience. This custom key bed also features Assignable After-touch, giving users added expression and control. Seamless DAW & Performance Control with Auto-Mapping With the easy to read OLED screen, configuring the Hammer 88 Pro with your music studio and any mainstream DAW couldn’t be simpler. Whether you use Pro Tools, MPC Beats, Ableton Live, Cubase, Logic, Studio One or any other music making platform, simply select the map and Auto-Mapping will take care of the rest. Smart Controls With Smart Chord and Smart Scale technology, Hammer 88 Pro removes any and all barriers to your production. With Smart Chord activated, pressing a single key or pad will play a full chord with easy-to-use options to set chord properties and customized progressions across the keybed. With Smart Scale, Hammer 88 Pro’s keybed can be configured to one of 16 scale variations, so only notes in the selected scale are played. Premium Software Suite Record, sequence, arrange and mixdown your tracks with a choice of three professional DAWs including Pro Tools | First M-Audio Edition, MPC Beats and Ableton Live Lite. Find and create any sound imaginable with a virtual instrument collection from legendary developer AIR Music Tech and dive into a world of cutting-edge sound content with a collection of Expansion Packs from Akai Professional’s legendary MPC Series.

• traditional piano feel - 88 velocity-sensitive, graded, hammer action weighted keys with aftertouch and assignable zones for playing virtual sampler instruments and virtual synthesizer plugins
• studio equipment must haves - 16 rgb backlit midi assignable velocity sensitive drum pads with note repeat for beat production, clip launching, soundboard triggering and more
• total command of your music production - 8 assignable knobs & buttons and 9 assignable faders for tactile midi control of virtual instruments, effect plugins, daw controls and more
• every tool you need – auto-mapping for daw & plugin parameters; smart chord & scale modes; arpeggiator; pitch & mod wheels; 3 foot switch pedal inputs and 1 expression pedal input; 5-pin midi output
• complete software production package included - pro tools - first m-audio edition, mpc beats, ableton live lite, 7 virtual instruments from air music tech and 9 akai professional mpc expansion packs

User questions & answers

Question:	What is the return policy
Answer:	HP description page:http://www8.hp.com/lamerica_nsc_carib/en/products/oas/product-detail.html?oid=5193412
Question:	Does the hammer 88 include a usb cable with a power supply? if not, what are appropriate usb power supplies to purchase with it
Answer:	Hello, Yes we do ship overseas via FedEx Only .. When you move to cart it will show the exact shipping cost .. Dealz4Tech
Question:	Does this work with finale songwriter
Answer:	This comes with a 90 days warranty through The Data Center Express
Question:	Are the keys full sized, like a real piano keyboard, or are they smaller, like many other keyboards
Answer:	Unfortunately, no this SKU does not include any SAS cables whatsoever.

Product features

Join the 88 Key Club

M-Audio’s Hammer 88 Pro is a powerful, 88-key MIDI controller complete with must-have production tools and a graded hammer action response for an authentic piano feel. It doesn’t matter if you want to create music live or in the studio, the Hammer 88 Pro is perfectly flexible for any workflow.

• Perfect building block for music producer needing to control plug-ins and virtual instruments
• 49 full-sized, square-front keys with adjustable sensitivity
• 8 LED-backlit drum trigger pads respond to both velocity and pressure
• 4 assignable knobs, 4 assignable buttons, and Pitch & Mod wheels
• USB-powered with sustain-pedal input

User questions & answers

Question:	Are the keys weighted
Answer:	Yes they are dynamic weighted keys as all MIDI keyboards are and it’s not the hummer action