Akai MPK Mini Plus Black
The Akai MPK Mini Plus Black is a compact yet powerful USB MIDI keyboard controller designed for modern music production, beatmaking, live performance, and hybrid hardware/software workflows. Expanding on the award-winning MPK Mini series, the MPK Mini Plus adds a larger 37-key keyboard, dedicated transport controls, an onboard step sequencer, CV/Gate connectivity, and advanced DAW integration while maintaining the portability that made the MPK series a favorite among producers worldwide.
Designed for musicians, producers, composers, and performers, the MPK Mini Plus Black combines expressive keyboard performance, MPC-style pad control, sequencing capabilities, and flexible connectivity in a streamlined desktop-friendly format.
Whether producing beats in the studio, controlling modular synths, performing live, or sketching ideas on the move, the MPK Mini Plus Black delivers professional workflow flexibility in a compact package.
Expanded MPK Workflow
The Akai MPK Mini Plus Black is designed to deliver:
- Portable professional music production workflow
- Expanded keyboard performance and sequencing capabilities
- Hands-on MPC beatmaking integration
- Flexible software and hardware connectivity
The 37-key Gen 2 dynamic keybed provides improved playability and expressive control for melodies, basslines, chords, and synth performances, while the RGB MPC pads offer responsive finger drumming and clip triggering.
Advanced Production & Performance Features
The MPK Mini Plus Black combines:
- 37 velocity-sensitive mini keys
- 8 RGB-backlit MPC performance pads
- 8 assignable rotary encoders
- Integrated step sequencer and arpeggiator
The built-in transport controls, joystick modulation controller, and sequencing tools provide a fast and intuitive workflow for both DAW-based production and standalone hardware setups.
Software & Hardware Integration
The MPK Mini Plus Black includes professional software integration and flexible connectivity:
- Akai MPC Beats DAW software included
- Virtual instruments and production software bundle
- MIDI and USB connectivity
- CV/Gate outputs for modular synthesizers and analog gear
This makes the MPK Mini Plus particularly attractive for users combining software production with hardware synthesizers, Eurorack systems, and hybrid studio environments.
Features
- Compact USB MIDI keyboard controller
- 37 velocity-sensitive mini keys
- 8 RGB-backlit MPC pads
- 8 assignable rotary encoders
- Integrated step sequencer and arpeggiator
- Dedicated DAW transport controls
- Pitch/modulation joystick controller
- CV/Gate outputs for hardware synth integration
- USB-powered portable design
- Professional DAW compatibility
Applications
- Music production and beatmaking
- Electronic music and synth programming
- Hybrid software and modular synth workflows
- Mobile and desktop studio setups
- Live performance and songwriting
Technical Specifications
- Type: USB MIDI keyboard controller
- Keys: 37 velocity-sensitive mini keys
- Pads: 8 RGB-backlit velocity-sensitive MPC pads
- Controls: 8 assignable rotary encoders, transport controls, joystick controller
- Functions: Step sequencer, arpeggiator, Note Repeat
- Connectivity: USB, MIDI, CV/Gate, sustain pedal input
- Software Included: MPC Beats and virtual instrument bundle
- Power: USB bus powered
- Compatibility: macOS & Windows, compatible with all major DAWs
- Dimensions: 451 x 180 x 52 mm
- Weight: Approx. 1.26 kg
- Color: Black
Why Choose Akai MPK Mini Plus Black?
The Akai MPK Mini Plus Black takes the legendary MPK Mini workflow to the next level by adding more keys, integrated sequencing, deeper DAW control, and modular synth connectivity. It is the ideal controller for producers who need a portable yet powerful centerpiece for modern music production, live performance, and hybrid hardware/software creative setups.
