Product Description
The new MPK Mini Play MK3 is equipped with the same Gen 2 keybed as the current MPK Mini MK3. It provides more accurate velocity response and enhanced playability. With 25 mini keys, eight velocity - sensitive drum pads, four assignable knobs, a large red joystick for pitch bend and modulation, an OLED display, and an integrated arpeggiator, many features are unchanged. It comes with 128 internal sounds, allowing you to jam without a computer. Key features include over 100 internal drum and instrument sounds, a Gen - 2 keyboard with 25 velocity - sensitive mini - keys, 8 backlit MPC pads, 4 knobs for editing, a built - in loudspeaker, an OLED display, a pitch/modulation joystick, an arpeggiator, a 6.3 mm jack for sustain pedal, a USB - B port, a 3.5 mm jack headphone output. Dimensions are 317 x 178 x 58 mm and it weighs 860 g.
Using the Akai Professional MPK Mini Play MK3 is a breeze. First, connect it to your computer via the USB - B port or use the built - in loudspeaker to play with the internal sounds right away. Press the 25 mini keys to play melodies and use the eight drum pads to create beats. You can edit internal sounds or MIDI parameters with the four knobs. The big red joystick can add pitch bend and modulation effects to your music. The arpeggiator can create cool arpeggio patterns. When using a sustain pedal, plug it into the 6.3 mm jack. For private listening, connect your headphones to the 3.5 mm jack. As for maintenance, keep it away from dust and moisture. If it gets dirty, use a soft, dry cloth to clean it. Don't expose it to extreme temperatures. That's all you need to know to start making great music with this awesome keyboard controller.