The MPK Mini IV by Akai Professional is a compact MIDI controller designed for modern music creators who require portability without compromise. It features an upgraded third-generation premium keybed, real Pitch and Modulation wheels, and eight velocity- and pressure-sensitive RGB-backlit MPC pads, offering an expressive playing experience in a portable format.

A vibrant full-color display, eight assignable knobs, and an expanded transport section provide hands-on control, while advanced performance tools such as Scale and Chord modes and an enhanced arpeggiator with Pattern, Freeze, and Mutate functions open new creative possibilities.

Main features:

• Upgraded, premium keybed for maximum expressiveness during performance
• Full-color display for real-time visual feedback and easy navigation
• Real Pitch and Mod wheels for precise, hands-on control
• Velocity-sensitive RGB backlit MPC pads for dynamic, responsive beat-making
• Eight (8) assignable rotary knobs for tactile sound-shaping
• Expanded transport section mapped to DAW controls for seamless workflow
• Enhanced arpeggiator with Pattern, Arp Freeze, and Mutate functions for experimentation
• Scale and Chord Modes for playing in key, adding harmonies, and creating progressions
• Full-size MIDI output for seamless integration with external equipment
• USB-C connectivity for universal device compatibility

Technical specifications:

• Keys: 25 velocity-sensitive keys
• Range of 10 octaves with octave up/down buttons
• Pads: 8 programmable pads with RGB backlighting, velocity and pressure sensitive
• Knobs: 8 programmable 360° rotary knobs
• Controls: 1 pitch wheel, 1 mod wheel, 1 navigation/menu encoder
• Transport control buttons
• Connections: 1 USB-C port, 1 1/4 TS input for sustain pedal, 1 5-pin MIDI output
• Power supply: via USB bus
• Color: Black
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 347.5mm x 45.7mm x 192mm
• Weight: 1.05 kg