The best made better- Akai MPKMINI3W Midi Controller White.
Your entry point into a world of pro production starts here. Introducing the MPK mini mk3, the third iteration of the world’s legendary best-selling mini keyboard controller that redefined how a generation of creators makes music.
Ultimate Performer
New to MPK mini is a reimagined Gen 2 enhanced dynamic keybed, delivering a piano key performance fit for the world’s finest keyboard players. From grand pianos to searing synth leads and lush electric pianos, this keybed guarantees to get the best out of any playing style and virtual instrument.

MPC pad power
Add that human touch to your drum tracks with 8 pads pulled right from our flagship MPC series. These bankable velocity-sensitive backlit MPC pads deliver the perfect touch for precise drumming and melodic sample playback that even the most demanding performers will find unmatched.
MPC Beats software
Whatever you set out to achieve, MPC Beats will get you started. Incorporating the finest parts of the legendary MPC workflow. MPC Beats features all the essential tools for pro production. Edit samples, mixdown your tracks with world-class audio effects, find any sound with the same synth engines found on our legendary MPCs, record audio, and much more.
Sounds
Feel confident in your productions with a sample collection from some of the finest sound designers in the music production game, including F9 Instruments, Decap, Sample Tools by Cr2, MSX Sound Design, and much more. Everything you need is here: Premium and versatile kick drums, snares, 808s, melodic loops, and must-have keygroup instruments for any melodic line imaginable.
Features:
- Performance USB/MIDI Pad & Keyboard Controller
- 25 velocity-sensitive synth-action mini keys
- 4-way thumbstick for dynamic pitch/modulation control
- 8 backlit velocity-sensitive MPC-style pads with Note Repeat
- 8 assignable knobs for mixing, tweaking plug-ins, and more
- Built-in arpeggiator with adjustable resolution, range, and modes
- Dedicated Octave Up and Octave Down buttons
- Full Level button; Tap Tempo button
- Ultra-compact design lets you create anywhere
- USB-MIDI communication with Mac/PC
- USB-powered; no power adapter required
- Sustain pedal input jack
- Free download of VIP3.0 for direct control of VST instruments
Tech Specs:
- Note Keys: 25 velocity-sensitive keys; 10-octave range with octave up/down buttons
- Pads: 8 assignable backlit pads, velocity- and pressure-sensitive; 2 banks
- Knobs: 8 assignable 360° knobs
- X-Y Controller: 1 configurable thumbstick with 3 modes
- Connections: (1)1/4″ (6.35mm) TS input for sustain pedal, (1) USB port
- Power: USB Bus-powered
- Dimensions (width x depth x height): 12.5″ x 7.13″ x 1.75″ (318mm x 181mm x 44mm)
- Weight: 1.65 lbs. (0.75 kg)
Get hands-on with your music again with the Akai Professional MPK Mini III.