MIDI-keyboard Akai MPK Mini 4 (Black)

MIDI-keyboard Akai MPK Mini 4 (Black) is a modern and powerful compact MIDI controller designed for producers, beatmakers and musicians who value mobility without compromising on functionality. The stylish black body, compact dimensions and low weight make it an ideal tool for the studio, rehearsals or tours

The device has 25 velocity-sensitive mini keys. This extended 10-octave range with octave up/down buttons allows you to comfortably play bass parts, chords and melodies even in a compact body, and the updated third-generation keyboard provides precise response and expressiveness - especially noticeable when playing piano, synth leads or strings.

Ready-to-use MIDI keyboard with popular sequencers thanks to pre-configured mapping for Ableton Live, Logic Pro, FL Studio and other programs. The controller has versatile connectivity options: power via USB-C, full-size DIN-5 MIDI output for hardware synthesizers and a sustain pedal input, making it the center of both studio and mobile setups.

The kit comes with a full-fledged software ecosystem - Studio Instrument Collection with over 1000 presets from AIR, Akai and Moog, Ableton Live Lite license, Melodics lessons for developing playing technique and access to Sp libraries, providing an instant start in production.

Features

• Dedicated Pitch and Mod wheels provide familiar instrument control: from smooth bends to real-time filter or vibrato control
• 8 MPC-style RGB pads are sensitive to force and pressure, making them ideal for beats, samples and live performances, and can be used to control the arpeggiator
• 8 360° rotary encoders Direct access to volume, pan, filters, effects and any parameters in the working session
• Intelligent Scale and Chord modes allow you to lock the keyboard in the selected scale or convert notes to chords with a single touch
• Advanced arpeggiator: playback modes, Freeze to freeze the pattern, Mutate for variations in octaves and rhythm, control of accents and ratchets via the pads
• Full-color display provides visual feedback

Thanks to such characteristics and ease of use, it is equally well suited for the first steps in production and for experienced musicians who value speed, compactness, and reliability.

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