Akai Professional MPK mini MK2 USB MIDI Keyboard Controller: 8 velocity-sensitive pads
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Meet the USB MIDI Keyboard Controller—your new best friend for making music on the fly. It's small enough to toss in your bag but packs a punch with 8 velocity-sensitive pads that really let you feel the music (and maybe show off a little). No fuss with extra power cords, thanks to its USB powered design—just plug and play, anywhere. And because we know you're eager to dive in, we've thrown in a software bundle to kickstart your creativity. Whether you're just starting out or you're a seasoned pro, this gadget is the reliable, do-it-all sidekick you've been looking for.
- Compact and portable design
- USB powered
- Includes software bundle
- 8 velocity-sensitive pads
General specs
- Brand: Akai Professional
- Model: MPK mini MK2
- Seller: Joom
- Pads: 8 velocity-sensitive
- Power: USB powered
- Included: Software bundle
- First listed by seller: 6/21/25
If you are interested in more details, you can find full information on the seller's page.
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Comparison with similar products
| This item | Recommendations | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|   Akai Professional MPK mini MK2 8 velocity-sensitive pads |   Akai Professional MPK Mini plus 8 MPC pads |   37-Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller MPC Drum Pad |   Arturia 3 White Compact design |   25-Key MIDI Keyboard Portable Bluetooth MIDI controller |   KORG microKEY USB connectivity | |
| Brand | Akai Professional | Akai Professional | Akai Professional | Arturia | 3d printing machine | KORG | 
| Model | MPK mini MK2 | MPK Mini plus | 3 | microKEY | ||
| Color |  | |||||
| Rating |  |  |  |  |  |  | 
| Price | $201.86 | $289.28 | $264.27 | $224.81 | $181.72 | $158.82 | 
| Seller | Joom | Joom | Joom | Joom | Joom | Joom | 
| Update | August 17, 2025 | August 25, 2025 | August 31, 2025 | August 16, 2025 | August 30, 2025 | August 23, 2025 | 
| Pads | 8 velocity-sensitive | 8 MPC pads | 16 | |||
| Connectivity | USB | USB | USB | Bluetooth, USB | USB | |
                        Nicole W.
                                                    
                             Atlanta, GA
                                                                                Atlanta, GA
                                                            
                                            
                    June 26, 2025
                I picked this up at the store, which was convenient and saved on shipping. Compared to other options I've tried, this one offers great value for the money—it does everything I need without breaking the bank. As a tip, I found that adjusting the sensitivity in the software helps tailor it to my playing style. It's been a solid choice for my home setup, and I'd recommend it to anyone on a budget looking for a versatile tool. After using it for a couple of weeks, I'm really impressed with how it handles different types of music projects.
- Pros: I love how portable this is—it fits in my bag easily for making music while traveling. The keys respond well to how hard I press, which feels expressive. Being powered by the computer means no extra cords, super convenient. The included software gave me a good start without extra costs, and it works reliably for my needs.
- Cons: From what I feel, it might be too small for some people with larger hands, and the pads could be a bit sensitive at times. The build feels a bit lightweight, which makes me cautious about durability over time, but for the price, it's not a big deal.
 
                     
                                     
                                                                                                                     
                                                                                                                    