Akai Professional MPK Mini Play MK3

Professional Mini MIDI Controller Keyboard with Battery Power, USB & Headphone Output!

Musical inspiration can strike anywhere, and the MPK mini Play mk3 is the perfect portable companion to capture those melodies and harmonies anytime, anywhere.

With a battery life of over 14 hours, MPK mini Play users don’t have to worry about power adapters, chargers, or cables when it’s time to make music. The upgraded built-in speaker delivers higher output and improved response in the low-frequency range, making playing and jamming even more fun. With the enhanced listening experience, users can dive into over 128 built-in instruments and drum kits, including acoustic and electric pianos, synth leads and pads, and much more. The MPK mini Play also features a 1/8" headphone output, allowing you to practice or write songs quietly without disturbing others.

Professional Key Performance

The heart of the MPK mini Play is the new Gen 2 keybed. This new keybed offers dynamic performance and precise velocity sensitivity with a feel that players will surely appreciate. The MPK mini Play retains its sleek, compact form but is more playable and comfortable than ever, ready for hours of playing.

Genuine MPC Pads

The 8 pads have been upgraded to true, velocity-sensitive MPC drum pads that provide optimal feel and response even for the most percussive drum parts. These backlit MPC pads deliver the perfect strike for precise drumming and melodic sample playback, unmatched even by the most demanding performers.

Ready for MIDI

Thanks to its plug-and-play capability, the MPK mini Play is a powerful MIDI controller that connects instantly to your favorite DAW and is ready for music production right away. 4 assignable knobs offer versatile control over MIDI parameters like pan or automation for highly precise editing.

The Ultimate Traveller

With its robust construction and design, the MPK mini Play is ready to travel alongside your favorite music gear in backpacks or bags. With a battery life of over 14 hours, the MPK mini Play is always ready to go. The upgraded built-in speaker provides higher output and better bass response for the 128+ integrated drum and keyboard sounds.

Limitless Creativity with MPC Beats Software DAW

The MPK mini Play comes with MPC Beats, the powerful software DAW for Mac and PC based on the legendary MPC hardware. This DAW offers a variety of instrument plugins, effect plugins, as well as audio and drum samples for your next hit production.

Effects and Instruments Included

In addition to MPC Beats, the MPK mini Play also includes several premium plugin instruments from the award-winning sound design company AIR Music Technology. Available as AU and VST instruments are Hybrid 3 – a powerful polyphonic analog synthesizer, Mini Grand – an acoustic piano instrument, and Velvet – a vintage electric piano instrument.

MPC Beats Academy

The MPC Beats Academy is your destination to learn the MPC workflow from start to finish. From creating your first beat to mixing and finalizing, to exporting and sharing your music – the MPC Beats Academy guides you through your music-making journey with MPC Beats and your MPK mini.

Includes Learning Software

The MPK mini Play comes with the Melodics learning package. Melodics is available as both a desktop and iPad app and offers tutorials for MIDI keyboards, pad controllers, and electronic drums. The software provides tailored, cross-genre lessons and real-time feedback to help refine the skills needed for music production. The free Melodics download includes 60 beginner lessons, and thanks to plug-and-play support, no extensive setup is required.

Play music anywhere - Akai MPK Mini Play MK3 - The perfect way to make the music you enjoy, wherever you go!