Essential Information About the AKAI Professional MPK Mini IV Master Keyboard
- Redesigned 25-key keyboard, wider and more expressive, with pitch and modulation wheels for natural playability
- 8 velocity- and pressure-sensitive RGB MPC pads, inheriting Akai's expertise for precise finger-drumming
- Color display, 8 assignable encoders, and transport section for direct control of your DAW
- Plug-and-play integration, USB-C and MIDI DIN output, including the "Studio Instrument Collection" and Ableton Live Lite 12
The Fourth Generation of the Best-Selling MPK Mini
A true icon of mobile studios, the
MPK Mini IV continues a lineage that defined the standard for the
compact master keyboard. This version deeply modernizes ergonomics: widened keys,
dedicated wheels replacing the joystick, and a
color display for immediate feedback. Available in black or retro gray, it becomes the new premium entry point of the Akai range.
Who It's For and Intended Uses
Designed for beatmakers, producers, and mobile creators, the MPK Mini IV excels in
in-the-box production, quick idea composition, and lightweight live performance. Its compact form fits any
home studio setup or backpack, while offering essential controls to capture inspiration without a mouse or menus.
Key Features for a Smooth Workflow
Keyboard and Expressivity
The new 25-key velocity-sensitive mechanism offers improved responsiveness and fine nuance control. The
pitch and modulation wheels provide continuous, musical variations, ideal for leads and pads.
MPC Pads and Rhythmic Creation
The
8 RGB MPC pads (2 banks) respond to velocity and pressure for precise
finger-drumming. The
advanced arpeggiator with Pattern, Freeze, and Mutate functions, combined with
Scale and Chord modes, accelerates the writing of melodic and harmonic patterns without mistakes.
DAW Control and Navigation
The
color display,
8 assignable encoders, and dedicated
transport section ensure direct control of tracks, plugins, and automation. Provided scripts for Ableton Live, Logic Pro, FL Studio, Bitwig, and Cubase simplify setup.
Sound Libraries and Integration
The "
Studio Instrument Collection" gathers over 1,000 sounds from AIR, Akai Pro, and Moog, pre-mapped for instant control. With USB-C for power and data, and a 5-pin
MIDI DIN output, the MPK Mini IV communicates seamlessly with both your computer and external synths.
Technical Specifications
Keyboard and Controls
- 25-key velocity-sensitive keyboard, widened and modernized
- Color LED screen for smooth visual feedback
- Precise pitch and modulation wheels
- 10-octave range with octave up/down buttons
- 8 velocity- and pressure-sensitive RGB MPC pads (2 banks)
- 8 assignable rotary encoders
- Integrated DAW transport section
- Advanced arpeggiator with Pattern, Freeze, and Mutate functions
- Built-in Scale and Chord modes
Connectivity
- Sustain pedal input (TS Jack)
- Universal USB-C port (power and data)
- 5-pin MIDI DIN output for external devices
Software and Integration
- Studio Instrument Collection: 1,000 AIR, Akai Pro, and Moog sounds
- Ableton Live Lite 12 included
- Free trials of Melodics and Splice
- Preconfigured DAW scripts: Ableton Live, Logic Pro, FL Studio, Bitwig, Cubase
Dimensions and Weight
- 347 x 45.7 x 129 mm
- Weight: 1.05 kg
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