AKAI MPK MINI PLUS MIDI CONTROLLER
Product Overview
The MPK Mini Plus empowers musicians, producers, and live performers with full creative control, expressive performance tools, and advanced connectivity—all in a compact 3-octave design.
Designed by Akai Professional, the MPK Mini Plus unites your DAW, VST instruments, MIDI hardware, and modular synths into one powerful controller. Featuring 37 Gen 2 dynamic keys, real pitch and modulation wheels, legendary MPC pads, and an internal 2-track sequencer, it delivers an unmatched level of feel, flexibility, and expression for both studio and live use.
Whether you’re producing beats, composing melodies, performing live, or running DAW-less setups, the MPK Mini Plus is built to expand your creative workflow.
Key Performance Controls
37 Keys – Gen 2 Dynamic Keybed
Enjoy expanded melodic and harmonic freedom with 3 full octaves designed for two-handed playing, arpeggios, solos, and soundscapes. The Gen 2 Dynamic Keybed offers a wider velocity range and enhanced response for expressive, natural performances.
Real Pitch & Modulation Wheels
Dedicated pitch bend and modulation wheels provide real-time expression, bringing your keyboard performances to life with precise control.
MPC Pads
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8 velocity-sensitive RGB-backlit MPC drum pads
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Legendary MPC feel for dynamic beat-making
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Assign pads for drum hits, program changes, or CC triggers
Assignable Controls
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(8) 360-degree rotary knobs
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Control effects, macros, automation, and parameters
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Assignable directly from the hardware
Assignable Joystick Controller
Morph sounds and textures using the X/Y joystick, with the ability to assign up to 4 parameters for deep expressive control.
Sequencing & Creative Tools
Built-In Step / Live Sequencer & Arpeggiator
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Polyphonic 2-track sequencer for DAW-less jams
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8 notes of polyphony per step
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16 notes per drum step
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Integrated arpeggiator for endless creative ideas
Chords & Scales Modes
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Chords Mode: Play full chords and inversions with a single key
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Scales Mode: Lock the keyboard to a selected scale
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15 scale options with creative variations
DAW & Workflow Integration
Transport Controls
Dedicated Play, Stop, Record, Loop, and Locator buttons keep you focused on creativity without reaching for your mouse.
DAW Control Mapping
Pre-mapped and customizable control for major DAWs including:
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Ableton Live
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FL Studio
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Logic Pro
Control transport, mixing, macros, and plugin automation seamlessly.
Advanced Connectivity
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USB (class-compliant)
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5-pin MIDI In/Out
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CV/Gate & Sync I/O
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MIDI, CV, Gate, and Clock support
Perfect for controlling modular synths, Eurorack systems, analog gear, and digital setups.
Included Software
MPC Beats DAW
A powerful DAW based on legendary MPC hardware, featuring:
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Drum kits, samples, and plugin instruments
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Insert effects and modern production tools
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Ideal for beat-making and music production
Ideal For
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Music production & beat-making
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Live performance
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DAW-less setups
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Modular & analog synth control
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Home studios & mobile producers