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Akai Professional MPK61
€385.00 Prices incl. VAT
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Product description Akai Professional MPK61
A 61-key controller gives you enough room for two-handed parts and split keyboard zones. The Akai MPK61 combines a synth-weighted keyboard with aftertouch with 16 pressure- and velocity-sensitive MPC pads and extensive MIDI controls for studio and performance use.
With Key Split, you can play two sounds simultaneously across different keyboard zones. The 16 pads can be distributed across four banks, giving you a total of 64 pad assignments. MPC Note Repeat, MPC Swing and the arpeggiator support you when recording rhythmic and melodic phrases; Tap Tempo and Time Division are used to control the tempo and repeat resolution.
For controlling software and MIDI devices, 24 assignable Q-Link controllers are available: eight rotary knobs, eight faders and eight switches, each across three banks. This lets you assign up to 72 parameters. A backlit custom LCD displays settings. Transport buttons send control commands to sequencers and DAWs; MMC, MIDI Start/Stop and MIDI CC are available as programmable controllers.
The pads also support MPC Full Level and MPC 16-Level, which let you use velocity and dynamics deliberately when playing. A programmable footswitch input is provided and can also be used for patch changes. The controller is Class Compliant and can be connected to compatible MIDI software via USB; a standard MIDI input and output are also available. Power is supplied via USB or an external 6 V power supply.
The MPK61 is a good fit for your setup if you want to combine a larger keyboard with MPC pads, freely assignable software controls and classic MIDI connections. It is suitable for producers, keyboard players, DJs and VJs looking for a 61-key keyboard with split functionality and performance tools for studio or live use.
Features Akai MPK61
USB/MIDI keyboard controller for music production and performance
61 synth-weighted, velocity-sensitive keys with aftertouch
Key Split for playing two sounds simultaneously
16 velocity- and pressure-sensitive MPC pads with four banks for a total of 64 assignments
24 assignable Q-Link controllers in three banks for controlling up to 72 software parameters
MPC Note Repeat, MPC Swing and arpeggiator
Tap Tempo and Time Division
MPC Full Level and MPC 16-Level
Transport control for sequencers and DAWs
Programmable controller commands: MMC, MIDI Start/Stop and MIDI CC
Backlit custom LCD
Programmable footswitch input; patch changes via footswitch
USB MIDI and standard MIDI input and output
Class Compliant; USB bus-powered
Compatible with popular MIDI recording, sequencing and performance software
Ableton Live Lite Akai Edition and Vyzex Editor included
Technical specifications
Keyboard61 keys | synth-weighted | velocity-sensitive | aftertouch (channel)
Drum pads16 | velocity- and pressure-sensitive | 4 banks
Q-Link controllers24 | 8 rotary knobs | 8 faders | 8 switches | 3 banks
DisplayBacklit custom LCD
MIDI outputs via USB48 channels | 16 channels via 3 ports
MIDI output via 5-pin MIDI connection16 channels
MIDI input1 x 5-pin DIN
MIDI output1 x 5-pin DIN
USB1 x USB connection for MIDI
Footswitch input1 x programmable
Power via USB5 V DC | approx. 100 mA
Power via power supply6 V DC | 1 A
Presets30
Package contents
Akai MPK61 keyboard performance controller
USB cable (3 m)
Ableton Live Lite Akai Edition and Vyzex Editor
Quickstart Guide
User manual
CD-ROM
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47807 Krefeld
Germany