- Number of Keys: 37
- Control Knobs: Assignable 360° Knobs
- Touch Sensitive: Yes
- Pitch Bend: Yes
- Key Size: Mini
Akai MPK Mini Plus II Master Keyboard
The Akai MPK Mini Plus II is a compact 37-key MIDI controller that pairs a velocity-sensitive mini keybed with eight pressure-sensitive RGB MPC pads, eight assignable 360° knobs, and a full-color LCD. Built for beatmaking, songwriting, and hybrid hardware/software setups, it adds CV/Gate and 5-pin MIDI outputs alongside USB-C for direct modular and outboard synth control.
- 37 velocity-sensitive mini keys spanning three octaves with octave shift and semi-tone transpose
- Eight velocity- and pressure-sensitive RGB MPC pads with two banks for 16 pad assignments
- Full-color 160×80 LCD plus eight 360° assignable knobs and a push encoder for hands-on control
- USB-C, 5-pin MIDI out, three CV/Gate outputs, and 1/4" sustain pedal input for hybrid rigs
Compact 37-Key MIDI Controller for Beatmaking and Production
The Akai MPK Mini Plus II is a compact 37-key MIDI controller built for beatmaking, songwriting, and hybrid production. A velocity-sensitive mini keybed pairs with eight pressure-sensitive RGB MPC pads, eight assignable 360° knobs, and dedicated pitch/mod wheels for finger drumming and live tweaking. A full-color 160×80 LCD shows parameter names and real-time DAW feedback, replacing the laptop glance during a session.
Generative Tools, MPC Integration, and Modular Connectivity
Glitch, Mutate, and Strum modes sit alongside an expanded arpeggiator, Chord Creator, Note Repeat, and a chord progression mode that triggers programmed progressions from the pads. Deep integration covers MPC Standalone and MPC Desktop, plus scripted control for Ableton Live, Logic Pro, FL Studio, and Cubase, with NKS compatibility for Native Instruments' Komplete Kontrol.
Keybed, Pads, and Performance Controls
The playing surface is built for expressive production in a compact footprint.
- Keys: 37 velocity-sensitive mini keys — three octaves with octave shift and semi-tone transpose
- Pads: 8 velocity- and pressure-sensitive RGB MPC pads — two banks for 16 pad assignments
- Wheels: Pitch Bend and Modulation wheels — dedicated expressive hardware control
Assignable Controls and Visual Feedback
Eight endless encoders plus a push encoder give hands-on control over plugins and mixer parameters.
- Knobs: 8 assignable 360° knobs + 1 push encoder
- Display: 160×80 full-color LCD — preset browsing, parameter names, and DAW feedback
- Buttons: 2 bi-color LED + 16 single-color LED buttons — transport, arpeggiator, latch, chord, scale, and note repeat
Connectivity, Power, and Bundled Software
The I/O panel covers hybrid setups that mix DAWs, outboard synths, and modular gear.
- USB-C: 1 USB Type-C port — power and MIDI, bus-powered
- MIDI Out: 5-pin MIDI DIN output — drives outboard synths
- CV/Gate: 3 × 1/8" (3.5 mm) TS CV/Gate outputs — pitch, gate, and mod
- Sustain Input: 1/4" (6.35 mm) TS sustain pedal input
- Package Content: Quick Start Guide, Software, USB-C Cable
Number of Keys: 37
This instrument has 37 keys, equivalent to 3 octaves, providing a wide range of tones for a variety of musical applications.
Inputs
- USB-C
- Sustain
Outputs
- USB-C
- MIDI OUT
- CV/Gate OUT Jack 3,5 mm TS
Pitch Bend: Yes
The Pitch Bend allows smooth pitch changes, adding expressiveness to musical expression. Often used to create effects such as glissando or vibrato, this feature allows the player to make subtle or dramatic changes to the sound in real time. Pitch bend allows musicians to create smooth transitions between notes, increasing the dynamics and expressiveness of their performances.
Package Contents
- Quick Start Guide
- USB-C Cable
- Software
Control Knobs
Touch Sensitive
Software
Modulation
Recording Function
Touchscreen
No
Number of Keys
Keyboard Type
Display
Pitch Bend
Key Size
Colour
Series
Akai MPK Mini, Akai MPK Mini Plus
Outputs
USB
USB MIDI
USB to Device
USB to Host
Headphone Output
No
Sequencer
Offer Configuration
Standard offer
Package Contents
UK/EU Power supply included
No
Weight
1460 g
Height (cm)
5,4
Width (cm)
49,3
Depth (cm)
19,2
Made in
China
Documents
Instructions for use
Manufacturer information
Safety instructions
Please refer to the user manual for the specific safety instructions for this product.