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MPK Mini II - 25 Note Keyboard/Drum Pad Controller
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NEW: Welcome to The World of VIP Music Software | Effortless Integration, Enhanced Workflow
Experience expanded control of your VST instrument and effect collection with MPK Mini MKII and Akai Pro VIP3.0 (Free Download Included). VIP3.0 provides you with unparalleled access to your virtual instrument and effect collection, seamlessly integrating the hardware / software experience and grants the unrestricted freedom to create in a user-friendly, intuitive format. The combination of VIP and MPK Mini MKII maximizes workflow and ensures a playing experience that feels natural and enhances creativity the natural, tactile feel of hardware fused with the unrivalled processing capability of virtual Instruments. Quickly find sounds based on instrument type, timbre, style or articulation from your entire VST library; sculpt immersive, expressive sounds and textures layering up to 8 separate instruments and patches per VIP instance; load up to 4 different VST effects per instrument channel to sculpt the perfect sound; put power into your performance with Pad Chord Progressions and user-friendly Key Control processors; and much more. From live performance to studio production, VIPs user-friendly functionality coupled with a diverse feature set guarantees simple, seamless integration into your existing setup and provides the ultimate platform for unrestricted creative expression.
Take Control, Wherever You Go
Go mobile without losing control. The new MPK mini is an ultra-compact keyboard controller designed for the traveling musician and the desktop producer. With an array of hardware controls, MPK mini lets you record, compose, and perform with virtual instruments, effect plugins, and DAWs whenever inspiration strikes. It features 25 velocity-sensitive synth-action keys, a 4-way thumbstick for dynamic pitch and modulation manipulation, 8 backlit velocity-sensitive MPC-style pads, and 8 assignable Q-Link knobs. Plus, two banks expand the number of MPC-style pads to 16 for extended creative capabilities.
Get Creative
MPK mini includes all the essentials for quickly laying down and expanding upon your musical ideas. Dedicated Octave Up and Down buttons increase the keyboard to the full melodic range, and a sustain pedal input is built in for expressive playing and recording. An onboard arpeggiator with adjustable resolution, range, and modes makes it easy to create intricate melodic lines with little effort. Plus, MPC Note Repeat and Full Level allow users to access genuine technologies from Akai Professionals line of MPC workstations.
Plug-And-Go!
For maximum portability, MPK mini requires no software drivers or external power adapter for operation. It supports plug-and-play connectivity, features USB-MIDI, and powers up with a single USB connection to your Mac or PC. Four memory banks enable you to store hardware/software presets for quick and easy setting up of your computer and MPK mini.
Software Included
MPK mini comes bundled with professional production software and virtual instruments for immediate music creation. Hybrid 3, by AIR Music Tech, is a high-definition synthesizer that can create anything from fat, retro synth sounds to edgy modern leads and everything in between. SONiVOXs Wobble is an electronic music grime synthesizer that features two independent channels of spectral morphing synthesis with harmonic controls, individual filtering, and discrete LFO controls. MPC Essentials, a groove/beat production and sample-triggering software, lets producers and musicians incorporate genuine MPC workflow into their DAW of choice and extends the power of MPK mini by adding up to 8 pad banks and 4 samples and insert effects per pad. MPC Essentials also runs in standalone mode, so you can start making music without a DAW.
MPK mini MIDI Editor
Unlock the true potential of your MPK mini with the MPK mini MIDI Editor software. This MIDI editor is a powerful preset management software that lets MPK Mini users customize their hardware and software setup on their Mac or PC. Create and tweak presets for your favorite virtual instruments, plugins, and DAWs, then store them on your MPK mini. Youll spend less time setting up your gear and more time doing what you lovemaking great music.
KEY FEATURES:
• Incorporates 5 years of user feedback for an all-new, enhanced design
• 25 synth-action mini keys
• 4-way thumbstick for dynamic pitch and modulation control
• 8 backlit velocity-sensitive MPC-style pads with Note Repeat & Full Level
• 8 assignable Q-Link knobs for mixing, tweaking plug-ins, and more
• Built-in arpeggiator with adjustable resolution, range, and modes
• Dedicated Octave Up and Octave Down buttons
• Ultra-compact design lets you create anywhere
• USB-powered; no power adapter required
• Full-size sustain pedal input jack
• Comprehensive production software package included: Akai Pro MPC Essentials, SONiVOX Wobble, and Hybrid 3 by AIR Music Tech (downloads).
SPECIFICATIONS:
• Number of Keys: 25 velocity-sensitive
• Pads: 8 pressure- and velocity-sensitive, light-up MPC-style pads x 2 banks
• Knobs: 8 assignable controller pots
• Computer interface: USB-MIDI communications to Mac/PC
• Programs: 4
• Octaves: 10 with Octave Up and Down
• Arpeggiator: Yes
• Additional Controls: Pitchbend/Mod Joystick, Note Repeat button, Full Level button, Tap Tempo button
• Additional Inputs: (1) 1/4" (6.35mm) TS input for sustain pedal
• Power: USB power via full-size USB jack; no power adapter required
• Dimensions: 12.5" x 7.13" x 1.75"
• Weight: 1.65 lbs
• Available USB port
REQUIREMENTS
Macintosh: 1.25 GHz G4/G5 or faster (Intel Mac recommended); 1 GB RAM (2 GB recommended); Mac OS X 10.4.11 (10.5 or later recommended)
PC: 1.5 GHz Pentium 4 or Celeron-compatible CPU or faster (multicore CPU recommended); 1 GB RAM (2 GB recommended); Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, or Windows XP; Windows-compatible sound card (ASIO driver support recommended); QuickTime recommended
Experience expanded control of your VST instrument and effect collection with MPK Mini MKII and Akai Pro VIP3.0 (Free Download Included). VIP3.0 provides you with unparalleled access to your virtual instrument and effect collection, seamlessly integrating the hardware / software experience and grants the unrestricted freedom to create in a user-friendly, intuitive format. The combination of VIP and MPK Mini MKII maximizes workflow and ensures a playing experience that feels natural and enhances creativity the natural, tactile feel of hardware fused with the unrivalled processing capability of virtual Instruments. Quickly find sounds based on instrument type, timbre, style or articulation from your entire VST library; sculpt immersive, expressive sounds and textures layering up to 8 separate instruments and patches per VIP instance; load up to 4 different VST effects per instrument channel to sculpt the perfect sound; put power into your performance with Pad Chord Progressions and user-friendly Key Control processors; and much more. From live performance to studio production, VIPs user-friendly functionality coupled with a diverse feature set guarantees simple, seamless integration into your existing setup and provides the ultimate platform for unrestricted creative expression.
Take Control, Wherever You Go
Go mobile without losing control. The new MPK mini is an ultra-compact keyboard controller designed for the traveling musician and the desktop producer. With an array of hardware controls, MPK mini lets you record, compose, and perform with virtual instruments, effect plugins, and DAWs whenever inspiration strikes. It features 25 velocity-sensitive synth-action keys, a 4-way thumbstick for dynamic pitch and modulation manipulation, 8 backlit velocity-sensitive MPC-style pads, and 8 assignable Q-Link knobs. Plus, two banks expand the number of MPC-style pads to 16 for extended creative capabilities.
Get Creative
MPK mini includes all the essentials for quickly laying down and expanding upon your musical ideas. Dedicated Octave Up and Down buttons increase the keyboard to the full melodic range, and a sustain pedal input is built in for expressive playing and recording. An onboard arpeggiator with adjustable resolution, range, and modes makes it easy to create intricate melodic lines with little effort. Plus, MPC Note Repeat and Full Level allow users to access genuine technologies from Akai Professionals line of MPC workstations.
Plug-And-Go!
For maximum portability, MPK mini requires no software drivers or external power adapter for operation. It supports plug-and-play connectivity, features USB-MIDI, and powers up with a single USB connection to your Mac or PC. Four memory banks enable you to store hardware/software presets for quick and easy setting up of your computer and MPK mini.
Software Included
MPK mini comes bundled with professional production software and virtual instruments for immediate music creation. Hybrid 3, by AIR Music Tech, is a high-definition synthesizer that can create anything from fat, retro synth sounds to edgy modern leads and everything in between. SONiVOXs Wobble is an electronic music grime synthesizer that features two independent channels of spectral morphing synthesis with harmonic controls, individual filtering, and discrete LFO controls. MPC Essentials, a groove/beat production and sample-triggering software, lets producers and musicians incorporate genuine MPC workflow into their DAW of choice and extends the power of MPK mini by adding up to 8 pad banks and 4 samples and insert effects per pad. MPC Essentials also runs in standalone mode, so you can start making music without a DAW.
MPK mini MIDI Editor
Unlock the true potential of your MPK mini with the MPK mini MIDI Editor software. This MIDI editor is a powerful preset management software that lets MPK Mini users customize their hardware and software setup on their Mac or PC. Create and tweak presets for your favorite virtual instruments, plugins, and DAWs, then store them on your MPK mini. Youll spend less time setting up your gear and more time doing what you lovemaking great music.
KEY FEATURES:
• Incorporates 5 years of user feedback for an all-new, enhanced design
• 25 synth-action mini keys
• 4-way thumbstick for dynamic pitch and modulation control
• 8 backlit velocity-sensitive MPC-style pads with Note Repeat & Full Level
• 8 assignable Q-Link knobs for mixing, tweaking plug-ins, and more
• Built-in arpeggiator with adjustable resolution, range, and modes
• Dedicated Octave Up and Octave Down buttons
• Ultra-compact design lets you create anywhere
• USB-powered; no power adapter required
• Full-size sustain pedal input jack
• Comprehensive production software package included: Akai Pro MPC Essentials, SONiVOX Wobble, and Hybrid 3 by AIR Music Tech (downloads).
SPECIFICATIONS:
• Number of Keys: 25 velocity-sensitive
• Pads: 8 pressure- and velocity-sensitive, light-up MPC-style pads x 2 banks
• Knobs: 8 assignable controller pots
• Computer interface: USB-MIDI communications to Mac/PC
• Programs: 4
• Octaves: 10 with Octave Up and Down
• Arpeggiator: Yes
• Additional Controls: Pitchbend/Mod Joystick, Note Repeat button, Full Level button, Tap Tempo button
• Additional Inputs: (1) 1/4" (6.35mm) TS input for sustain pedal
• Power: USB power via full-size USB jack; no power adapter required
• Dimensions: 12.5" x 7.13" x 1.75"
• Weight: 1.65 lbs
• Available USB port
REQUIREMENTS
Macintosh: 1.25 GHz G4/G5 or faster (Intel Mac recommended); 1 GB RAM (2 GB recommended); Mac OS X 10.4.11 (10.5 or later recommended)
PC: 1.5 GHz Pentium 4 or Celeron-compatible CPU or faster (multicore CPU recommended); 1 GB RAM (2 GB recommended); Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, or Windows XP; Windows-compatible sound card (ASIO driver support recommended); QuickTime recommended
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works perfectly with Ubuntu studio 6 of 7 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Vancouver, British Columbia
For me that is the important thing. New to midi. No headaches hooking up and getting started.
Posted by anonymous on Dec 31, 2018
Not the Greatest Feel 3 of 6 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Calgary Royal Vista, Alberta
I tried to like this controller, I really did, but I just could not get used to the tiny keys nor the super plastic-y feel of the thing.
I did not like the touch response of the keys at all and I felt like the control response was not sensitive enough - lots of missed notes in fast sections. You really have to be very precise and deliberate with your presses.
The drum pads just felt like hitting solid rubber to me. If they didn't light up, you wouldn't know they are working.
I have no doubt that this is a good controller for the price, but I think I just need something with way more physical feedback - just something way higher priced and better quality. I ended up selling this one.
Posted by Mark on Sep 10, 2018
Akai MPK Mini II - Great piece of gear for getting started with midi and more. 1 of 2 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Sudbury, Ontario
I bought an Akai MPK Mini II recently, as I've been working with more of the synth features available in Logic X than I had in a long time. High Sierra wouldn't recognize some of my older gear.
I wanted something that was more than just a keyboard, portable (I move around a lot for some projects) but was not going to overload my old man | analogue era brain with too much.
It's been great. Was not the piece of gear I went in looking to buy, but the Akai MPK Mini II has potential to be part of my larger workstation over time.
Posted by anonymous on Sep 7, 2018
The best keyboard 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Toronto (Bloor St.), Ontario
Posted by anonymous on Dec 9, 2017
Great little Midi Controller 7 of 9 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store London South, Ontario
I have owned one of these for about 2 years now. It is easily configured, and responsive. With proper use of the octave buttons, it has a wide range. If you are looking to play a complete song live, this is maybe not the controller for you. But if you are looking to play each part for recording, or just playing around; or for a feature rich effects controller/playing samples, or just want to add some additional functionality to your studio set up, this is a great deal for the price.
Posted by Geoff Serbee on Nov 17, 2017
Makes my workflow more efficient 5 of 7 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Toronto (Bloor St.), Ontario
This midi controller was ideal for me because it was compact since my computer desk was crowded. The best part about this is that it has buttons for raising and lowering octaves and a another button that switches between the upper and lower portion of the drum pads. Was worth my money!
Posted by Randell on Dec 8, 2015
Akai MPK Mini MK2 4 of 6 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Calgary Chinook, Alberta
Got this one week ago, overall it's a fun little keyboard and pads. I'm using it with FL Studio 12; it took a bit of hunting on the net and playing with the Akai program software to get it configured so that pads matched up to different drum generator channels and keyboard matched up to synth generator. So plan on spending a bit of time for setup and configuration. Overall, the quality seems pretty good, the pads are fast and sensitive, the keys are moderatly firm. Best of all it doesn't take very much space on my desk. (If I had space I would have gotten a MAX-61.)
Posted by Ken on Sep 18, 2015
schweet 1 of 3 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Sudbury, Ontario
helpful tool for making tunes on the go!
Posted by jack on Mar 21, 2015
Protect your investment with the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty
A warranty can be a very important factor when making a buying decision. Because repairs can be very expensive in terms of parts and labour costs, manufacturers usually only provide one year limited warranties that generally only cover items that malfunction due to a manufacturer’s defect. With an important purchase such as a musical
instrument or piece of studio gear, however, many people want to have the peace of mind in knowing that their investment will be protected should the product no longer be performing at 100%.
Because of this, Long & McQuade provides our customers with a FREE one-year Performance Warranty on most of our products. The Long & McQuade Performance Warranty supplements the manufacturer’s warranty to ensure that our customers receive complete “no hassle” warranty coverage within their first year.
How does the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty differ from most manufacturers' warranties?
- Performance Guarantee: Normal wear and tear is covered, so your product will be performing as well as the day you purchased it for the entire duration of the coverage. Band and Orchestral Performance Warranty does not include replacing pads or cleaning for woodwind instruments, unless deemed necessary by our repair staff. Ultrasonic cleaning for brass instruments will be provided if deemed necessary by our repair staff, but is not routinely offered under the Performance Warranty.
- Product Replacement: If your product cannot be fixed or costs too much to fix, we will replace it with the equivalent model for no additional charge. If this is not possible, a full refund will be provided.
- No Lemon Policy: Your product will be replaced should the same problem occur multiple times.
- Convenient: Easy drop off and pick up of the product at any Long & McQuade location.
- Guitar Setup: Guitars purchased at Long & McQuade come with 1 free setup, to be redeemed within 1 year for new guitars and 90 days for used guitars.
- Loaners Available: A loaner product may be given while the product is being repaired.
- Power Surge Protection: Your product is covered even if damaged from a power surge.
- Accessory Coverage: Any peripheral devices or accessories that come with your product (i.e. foot pedal, case) are also covered.
- Commercial Use Coverage: Music and recording professionals who purchase gear for “heavy-use” commercial purposes will still be covered.
Long & McQuade reserves the right to restrict the purchase of additional years of Performance Warranty. Used products come with a 3-month Long & McQuade Performance Warranty. Some products (i.e. computers, software, cymbals and other items) are covered only by the manufacturer‘s warranty. Consumables (i.e. strings, reeds, drum sticks, batteries, tubes, cross faders) are excluded as they are designed to be replaced. Cosmetic Damage, Accidental Damage, or problems caused by Humidity or Temperature Issues are not covered. Speakers damaged by overpowering are generally not covered. Our coverage does not provide compensation for loss of use. As of June 2018 the Performance Warranty is no longer transferable. The warranty is only valid in Canada.
Purchasing additional years of coverage
Some manufacturers provide warranties for longer than 1 year; however, these are usually limited warranties that do not provide the same coverage as the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty. Customers interested in more complete and convenient (but not necessarily longer) coverage are still able to purchase additional years of the Performance Warranty.
If you are interested in receiving this coverage for longer than one year, you have the option of purchasing additional years of the Performance Warranty. The pricing is as follows:
- NEW products: 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. 4% for each additional year.
- USED products: 4% of the current new selling price to increase the warranty from 3 months to 1 year. 4% for each additional year.
- GUITARS: 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. 4% for each additional year. $45 maximum. An additional free setup is not included with additional purchased years of Performance Warranty.
- BAND and ORCHESTRAL instruments: 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. 4% for each additional year.
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| Product | SKU | Qty |
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| MPK Mini II - 25 Note Keyboard/Drum Pad Controller | 418932 |
