Product Review

Take Control, Wherever you go

Go mobile without losing control. Akai Professional’s limited edition MPK Mini MKII LE Black is an ultra-compact keyboard controller designed for the traveling musician and the desktop producer, now available in a striking all-black finish. With a cluster of production-centric in-demand hardware controls coupled with a slim-line ultra-portable footprint, MPK Mini MKII LE Black lets you record, compose and perform with virtual instruments, effect plugins and DAWs whenever inspiration strikes. 

Core Control

MPK Mini MKII LE Black includes all the essential tools for quickly laying down and expanding upon your musical ideas. 25 velocity-sensitive synth-action keys, a 4-way thumbstick for dynamic pitch & modulation manipulation, 8 backlit velocity-sensitive MPC-style pads and 8 assignable Q-Link knobs provide the core functionality specifically engineered for rapid production potential, all housed in an ultra-portable footprint.

Express Yourself

Whatever your needs, MPK Mini MKII LE Black empowers producers with essential control that’s ready to capture the idea in your head whenever inspiration strikes; dedicated Octave Up and Down buttons increase the keyboard to the full melodic range – ideal for playing basslines, chords, melodies and more; a conveniently located sustain pedal input provides expanded control for expressive, immersive performances; finally, an on-board arpeggiator with adjustable resolution, range, and modes for simple, user-friendly and rapid creation of intricate melodic lines.

Plug-And-Play

For maximum portability, MPK Mini MKII LE Black requires no software drivers or external power adapter for operation. Combining plug-and-play connectivity, a seamless USB-MIDI connection and power via a single USB connection to your Mac or PC, MPK Mini MKII LE Black is a portable production powerhouse. Plus, for instant-recall of critical settings, four memory banks enable you to store hardware/software presets for rapid setup of your computer and MPK Mini MKII LE Black on the fly.

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