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Akai Professional MPK Mini MKII 25 Key Ultra Portable USB MIDI Drum Pad Keyboard Controller with Joystick VIP Software Download Included

Last Updated: November 25, 2018 (Refresh Now)

7.7

SCORE

/10

Total Reviews

999

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362

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Keyboard

keys, midi, pads, velocity, akai

+78%

-22%

" ... 2nd Time I bought this little MIDI Keyboard and have worked perfect both times. ... "

" ... I love this keyboard ... "

" ... The Buttons on the keyboard worked! ... "

" ... This thing right here is a great midi keyboard for the size and price! ... 25 keys feel smooth and especially the 6 drum pads are very responsive. ... "

" ... When I play my Yamaha keyboard, the notes are struck when the key is fully pressed down. ... This gives you a tactile feel and allows you to press keys repeatedly without lifting the key all the way up. ... When I tore the keyboard apart (4 separate times) I learned that it is very well made and simple in construction. ... "

" ... It's a nice keyboard. ... "

" ... I really enjoy using this mini pad. ... "

Ease of Use

easy to use, confusing, beginners, setup, keys

+67%

-33%

" ... This is my first keyboard and I love it, it comes with easy to use programs to start making your own music easy. ... "

" ... Apparently, by registering, you get some software to generate sounds, but I think it would be far easier just to download a trial version of FL Studio. ... "

" ... Great and easy to use ... "

" ... Online site very helpful as well ... "

" ... There are a bunch of videos on how to use it and it was easy to get used to! ... "

" ... Great keyboard, includes a lot of free software and is easy to install. ... "

" ... Very practical and easy to use. ... "

Apps

website, download, akai, download the software, mpc

+33%

-67%

" ... Lots of software issues . ... "

" ... If you want to see for yourself find it on Youtube. ... "

" ... There's no actual software included, instead you have to go to Akaipro.com, register your product, then they'll give you a list of downloads. ... "

" ... Absolute junk software. ... "

" ... Not really compatible with my software. ... "

" ... YOU HAVE TO INSTALL WAY TOO MUCH SOFTWARE ON YOUR COMPUTER TO GET THIS LITTLE THING TO WORK. ... "

" ... You have to download the software that is unavailable on the Akai website. ... "

" ... we have not been able to locate the software downloads anywhere. ... "

Software Platform

website, download, akai, download the software, mpc

+22%

-78%

" ... Be warned that this is an older model with some very aged looking software. ... "

" ... Lots of software issues . ... "

" ... SOFTWARE IS DOWNLOAD ONLY.WILL NOT REGISTER PRODUCT.one star because cant give zero or negative ... "

" ... Absolute junk software. ... "

" ... Not really compatible with my software. ... "

" ... You have to download the software that is unavailable on the Akai website. ... "

" ... Only problem I had was troubleshooting the software, Kept crashing. ... "

" ... we have not been able to locate the software downloads anywhere. ... "

Sound Quality

sounds, making, produce, production, producing

+81%

-19%

" ... Good value, comes with a few programs and sound effects you install. ... "

" ... Great product I love this small beast so mobile I'm a music producer so I need to be able to make beats on the fly this midi controller is perfect for any producer who travels a lot. ... "

" ... My brother uses it it to make music & he is in love with it! ... "

" ... It does feel a bit cheap, but it gets the job done and sounds pretty great. ... "

" ... it is awesome looks great and i got all the programs with it 5 stars recomend to any aspiring musician who wants to make music ... "

" ... Absolutely a great music production tool! ... "

Comfort

pads, sensitive, keyboard, keys and pads, velocity

+77%

-23%

" ... The keys are on the small side, if you are a big guy with big hands, but it does its job, and I rarely miss the key that I want to play, once I am used to it. ... The pads are well done ... "

" ... Pads are responsive and have a very nice feel. ... "

" ... Both the pads and keys have a nice feel to them and are velocity sensitive. ... "

" ... 25 keys feel smooth and especially the 6 drum pads are very responsive. ... "

" ... Wrap a bit of Coban around it and they revery responsive and easy to use and grip. ... "

" ... This gives you a tactile feel and allows you to press keys repeatedly without lifting the key all the way up. ... This type of keys makes it feel more like a tool than an instrument. ... "

" ... Nice pads as well. ... "

Price

worth, midi, 99, 100, keyboard

+79%

-21%

" ... It's not as big as I am use to but it still does the job well and for the price it is a steal. ... "

" ... .and it's a great price ... "

" ... price is good, quality is good ... "

" ... This midi works great for the price. ... "

" ... This thing right here is a great midi keyboard for the size and price! ... "

" ... best 89 dollars ive ever spent! ... "

" ... The build is of quality, especially for the price. ... If you aren't looking to spend a fortune and still recieve a quality product, this is a must buy. ... "

" ... It'll get you comfortable before you buy a professional board for 5-6 times as much money. ... "

Device Compatibility

daw, garageband, software, plug, download

+58%

-42%

" ... And also came with a free $99 music program to download into your computer! ... "

" ... It is a very impressive device. ... "

" ... Purchased as a noob(amateur) to music making/producing and have learned to use this midi device quite simply. ... "

" ... I can fit both my MacBook Pro and the board on my lap. ... "

" ... Just started making music, and this is the perfect companion. ... "

" ... I dont use as much as I want to but it works great when I do it works on Logic Pro x ... "

Controls

knobs, keyboard, velocity, prog, pads

+64%

-36%

" ... The knobs are also nice to the touch, but flawed: they are not continuously spinning, so when you use a software and move them, the setting on the preset software change, to whatever the wheel is pointing at. ... The buttons works as expected ... The pad banks button has 2 colors ... It allow you to customize midi controls and such ... "

" ... The Buttons on the keyboard worked! ... The Knobs somewhat worked. ... "

" ... I love that it has keys, pads, knobs, arpeggiator, octave up/down buttons, and the 4 way joystick for bends and stuff. ... "

" ... When I play my Yamaha keyboard, the notes are struck when the key is fully pressed down. ... This gives you a tactile feel and allows you to press keys repeatedly without lifting the key all the way up. ... This type of keys makes it feel more like a tool than an instrument. ... "

" ... I do love this midi, has been really useful to me, but there is one button that kind of sticks. ... "

" ... Now it could change instruments easily and create music easily. ... "

" ... Keys are pretty small, but its a fun toy! ... "

" ... The plastic keys are kind of cheap, but they still work fine. ... "

Setup

setup, instructions, process, confusing, complicated

+59%

-41%

" ... Solid for a mobile DAW setup. ... "

" ... Why not just include a simple list that tells you what to install and in what order? ... Or better yet, why not just include big install that installs everything you NEED to operate the MPK mini? ... "

" ... Online site very helpful as well ... "

" ... I was still able to use the product on fl studio though ... "

" ... Great keyboard, includes a lot of free software and is easy to install. ... "

" ... It included instructions on utilizing this with FL studio and came with it's own composing program. ... "

" ... Took my production to the next level. ... "

Product Reliability

later, days, stopped working, software, midi

+33%

-67%

" ... No way to get it fixed or get support even though it's only 2 months since I've bought it. ... "

" ... I have entered & re-entered the serial number correctly 3-4 times now & it says it's invalid. ... I can't get the software needed to use the product without the serial number working so basically it's useless till this problem gets solved. ... "

" ... I'VE HAD IT FOR 2 DAYS AND STILL CANNOT GET IT TO WORK. ... "

" ... Now I am stuck with a useless paperweight! ... "

" ... I've had it for just over 2 months and the dang thing burned out. ... "

" ... and the site was still having issues. ... "

" ... It broke within 3 days of use. ... "

" ... It might be defective. ... "

For Kids

loves, grandson, absolutely loves, son for christmas, piano

+91%

-9%

" ... My grandson wanted this to add to his add ons and he loves it. ... "

" ... My son love it 🙏Thanks ... "

" ... Bought this for my son. ... He absolutely loves it! ... "

" ... Grandson loves this keyboard. ... "

" ... Bought this for my son and he loves it. ... "

" ... I'll echo a lot of the other low ranking comments here - I bought this for my son, who loves electronic music, and plays piano, so I thought it would be right up his alley. ... My son barely used it. ... "

" ... My grandson has been wanted one for a long time and this was just the right size to start on one. ... "

As Gift

christmas, boyfriend, loves, present, son for christmas

+83%

-17%

" ... This was a Christmas gift for my sister who loves to make music. ... "

" ... Great Christmas gift! ... "

" ... Bought this as a gift for my husband, he lets me use it too and it is incredible. ... "

" ... He absolutely loves it! ... "

" ... It was a gift for my daughter. ... "

" ... Sure enough, he loved the gift, and begged me to set it up ASAP. ... "

Size

travel, fits, small, backpack, versatile

+100%

" ... I just needed something travel sized and this one was perfect. ... "

" ... it is small, well built and overall really nice to use. ... "

" ... I like most that it is so portable. ... "

" ... It's funny because I expected it to be bigger. ... Unless, you have to go even more bigger. ... "

" ... Portable with only 25 keys but you have the ability to change octaves. ... "

" ... Great for travel. ... "

" ... Love it, me and my son both have one for travel. ... "

Marketplace

akai, thank, seller, recurved, picture

+68%

-32%

" ... Exactly as described! ... "

" ... Glad I found it on Amazon! ... "

" ... Thank you so much !! ... "

" ... Item as described. ... "

" ... Will buy again ... "

" ... It is what I expected. ... "

" ... The Amazon Gods collaborated with the Akai Gods on this one! ... "

Returns

returning, going, sending, returned, within

-100%

" ... I had to return it due to not being able to download the program in order to use it. ... "

" ... I downloaded everything, but unable to scan hybrid or plugin them to gether.i will have to return it, there is no one to help out ... "

" ... It doesn't work and I can't return it with their policy. ... "

" ... I'll probably be returning it soon. ... "

" ... I couldn't get it to work so I returned it. ... "

" ... We are going to return it ... "

" ... If this doesn't get resolved within the next couple of days I'll be sending it back. ... "

" ... The product I received can not be registered when I went on the website it said that the the registration code was invalid but other then not being able to use it the product looks nice ... "

Delivery

box, shipping, product, perfect condition, package

+93%

-7%

" ... Its the perfect size and arrived in a timely manner. ... The packaging was very neat and presentable too. ... "

" ... Since he was here when delivered, he has now seen his present. ... "

" ... I loved it but the only thing it needs is better shipping. ... "

" ... Product came on time & in perfect condition. ... "

" ... Just what the doctor ordered ... "

" ... arrived on time for Christmas ... "

" ... Package got to me in perfect condition. ... "

" ... However, it arrived very quickly & was exactly what I purchased. ... "

Build Quality

material, pads, build quality, well made, keys

+77%

-23%

" ... Wrap a bit of Coban around it and they revery responsive and easy to use and grip. ... "

" ... Fixing this is possible by putting 3 layers of electrical tape under the pads. ... When I tore the keyboard apart (4 separate times) I learned that it is very well made and simple in construction. ... "

" ... Quality feels pretty good. ... "

" ... The construction is outstanding - not a rattle or a loose piece anywhere. ... "

" ... The build quality is really good. ... It feels like it's made of sturdy material and is a quality product. ... It feels very well made. ... "

" ... Construction of the controller is really great and the sale price was far below what I expected for such a well made product. ... "

" ... I just got the Akai Professional MPK Mini MKII and I was impressed with the build quality. ... "

" ... Really nice piece of equipment ... "

Design

well made, material, feels, tiny, terror

+100%

" ... The piano looks like it's there more for aesthetics vs it's actual purpose. ... "

" ... it looks so New one ... "

" ... Quality feels pretty good. ... "

" ... This tiny terror fits beautifully and does everything I need it to do. ... "

" ... The build quality is really good. ... It feels very well made. ... "

" ... 1/10 - I am only giving it 1 out of 10 because it does look nice. ... "

" ... I haven't used it yet but I love it it look great💯😍💯 ... "

Gaming

midi, pads, great little, programs, produce

+100%

" ... I'd say this is a very nice beginner controller. ... "

" ... Cool little controller. ... "

" ... It's perfect as an intro to midi controllers! ... "

" ... The programs do have a synth simulator which was very fun to use. ... "

" ... I really loved it, the product by itself it's great developed and when I play feels great, but the only think is that I thought I will get used to the "mini keys", but now they feel really annoying every time I try to play or practice something. ... "

" ... This is a great little controller. ... "

" ... Awesome midi controller. ... "

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