Akai Professional MPK Mini IV 25-Key MIDI Keyboard Controller - Red

Akai Professional MPK Mini IV 25-Key MIDI Keyboard Controller - Red

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Small in size but huge on creativity, the Akai Professional MPK Mini IV 25-key MIDI keyboard controller delivers advanced control in a compact format. With its upgraded keybed, real pitch and mod wheels and vibrant full-color display, this controller supports hands-on music creation anywhere inspiration strikes. The eight velocity- and pressure-sensitive RGB MPC pads respond to finger drumming and sample triggers with nuanced response. Navigation is fast thanks to assignable knobs and an expanded transport section mapped to DAW controls. Studio Instrument Collection software brings over 1,000 sounds from AIR, Akai Pro and Moog directly to your workflow, accessible with 1-to-1 mapping and no mouse required. For beatmakers who want expressive tools and seamless integration, this keyboard controller balances portability with deep creative features. It also comes in a white or black finish.

Akai Professional Keybed Nails Expressive Response

The third-generation keybed features 25 velocity-sensitive keys that register touch dynamics accurately. Built with improved spring tension and a smooth travel, this keybed responds to soft melodies and percussive stabs with natural feel. Players can shift octaves using dedicated buttons, covering a full 10-octave range on a compact footprint. The tactile response supports expressive playing, making it easier to record realistic piano, synth or bass lines that translate emotion in the studio.

MPK Mini IV RGB Pads and Performance Tools

Eight velocity-sensitive MPC pads deliver precise control for beats and sample triggering. Each pad lights up with RGB response and supports pressure sensitivity for dynamic performance. The enhanced arpeggiator comes with Pattern, Freeze and Mutate functions to inspire rhythmic experimentation. Scale and Chord modes help lock in key signatures and build harmonies with a single touch, streamlining songwriting and live performance. These features help users create detailed, layered grooves without menu diving.

Plug in and Play With the Akai Professional Display

A full-color screen provides real-time visual response for quick navigation and editing. Eight assignable 360-degree knobs support hands-on sound shaping, while the expanded transport section keeps workflow uninterrupted. USB-C connectivity delivers fast setup and universal compatibility, and the full-size MIDI output links to external gear without adapters. DAW scripts for Ableton Live, Logic, Cubase and FL Studio offer instant mapping, letting producers control preset parameters straight from the controller. This setup speeds up production and keeps creative ideas flowing.

Choose Your Exclusive NI Bundle

Akai Professional and Native Instruments have partnered together to bring NKS integration to MPK Mini IV. Experience the seamless connection between your MPK Mini IV and NI’s legendary sounds with your free Komplete 15 Select Bundle of synths, sampled instruments, and studio effects—all ready to Kontrol with your MPK.

Akai Professional Keeps up When You\'re on the Go

Built with a sturdy shell and reinforced controls, the unit withstands frequent use in tight setups or on the road. Weighing only 2.31 lb. and measuring 13.68 x 1.8 x 7.56\", the controller packs easily and sets up quickly. The USB bus-powered design removes the need for extra adapters, and a 1/4\" TS input supports sustain pedals for extended playing techniques. Each knob and pad is engineered for repeated use, ensuring reliable response through long sessions and travel.

Why the Akai Professional MPK Mini IV

Mobile producers, beatmakers and home musicians will find this MIDI controller supports creative flow from idea to finished track. Responsive keys and MPC pads encourage expressive recording, while real-time DAW integration and advanced performance tools support detailed editing. The controller’s compact build and intuitive layout help users capture inspiration anywhere, with deep control over sound and workflow for professional results.

Updated keybed with velocity-sensitive keys allows dynamic control over performances
Full-color screen provides real-time response for navigation and sound editing
Eight RGB backlit pads respond to velocity and pressure for precise beat-making
Pitch and modulation wheels offer hands-on adjustments for live sound shaping
Enhanced arpeggiator adds Pattern, Freeze and Mutate functions for experimentation
Scale and Chord Modes simplify playing in key and creating harmonic progressions
Eight assignable rotary knobs make tactile sound design and parameter tweaks simple
USB-C and MIDI output ensure seamless connection to external gear and devices
Studio Instrument Collection delivers 1,000 presets for instant creative inspiration

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