Akai MPK Mini IV
The Akai MPK Mini MKIV is the fourth generation of Akai’s popular 25-key compact MIDI keyboard controller, built for producers, beatmakers, and live performers who want professional features in a portable form.
It refines the MPK Mini series with a new full-colour screen, mechanical pitch and modulation wheels, improved keybed, upgraded pads, and modern connectivity options like USB-C and 5-pin MIDI Out. The controller also comes bundled with a comprehensive suite of software instruments and DAW integration tools, making it ready for both beginners and experienced producers.
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Key Features
- 25 velocity-sensitive mini keys with octave up/down range (10 octaves total)
- Dedicated pitch and modulation wheels – replacing the older joystick design
- 8 RGB-backlit MPC-style pads, velocity and pressure sensitive
- 8 assignable 360° rotary knobs for plugin or DAW control
- Full-colour display for real-time feedback and parameter editing
- Integrated transport and DAW control section (pre-mapped for major DAWs such as Ableton Live, Logic Pro, FL Studio, Cubase, Bitwig)
- Scale Mode and Chord Mode for musical performance assistance
- Enhanced arpeggiator featuring Pattern, Freeze, and Mutate functions
- USB-C connectivity (bus-powered for plug-and-play use)
- 5-pin MIDI Out (DIN) for direct hardware synth control
- Sustain pedal input (¼-inch TS) for expressive play
- Included software bundle:
- Studio Instrument Collection (over 1,000 presets by AIR, Moog, and Akai)
- Ableton Live Lite 12
- Compact, portable, and durable design – ideal for mobile or studio use
- Available in Black/Red and Retro Grey finishes
Specification Summary
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Keys | 25 mini keys, velocity-sensitive, octave up/down (10 octaves total) |
| Pitch & Modulation | Mechanical pitch wheel and modulation wheel |
| Pads | 8 RGB-backlit MPC pads (velocity and pressure sensitive) |
| Rotary Knobs | 8 assignable 360° knobs |
| Display | Full-colour screen |
| Performance Modes | Scale Mode, Chord Mode, Arpeggiator with Pattern, Freeze, Mutate |
| Connectivity | USB-C (bus-powered), 5-pin MIDI Out, sustain pedal input |
| Software Bundle | Studio Instrument Collection (1,000+ presets), Ableton Live Lite 12 |
| DAW Integration | Pre-mapped for major DAWs |
| Build & Design | Compact, portable design; available in two colour options |
| Release Year | 2025 |
| Manufacturer | Akai Professional |
Pricing (Approximate)
| Currency | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| USD | $99 | Official U.S. retail price |
| EUR | €109.99 | Standard European retail price |
| GBP | £94.99 | Typical U.K. retail price |
| AUD | $179 | Average Australian retail price (including GST) |
Summary:
The MPK Mini MKIV combines portability with professional-grade performance tools. With its upgraded keybed, RGB pads, modern USB-C connection, and integrated DAW controls, it stands as Akai’s most capable mini-controller to date — perfect for music producers on the go or in the studio.
