Akai Professional MPK Mini Plus 37-Key USB MIDI Controller

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Product guide

Akai Professional MPK Mini Plus 37-Key USB MIDI Controller

Akai Professional MPK Mini Plus is a 37-key USB MIDI controller with drum pads, sequencing and MIDI/CV/Gate connections. Its compact keybed and hardware controls suit beat-making and sketching parts, while the listed keys are mini-sized rather than full-size.

At a glance

37 mini keys give more room for melodic parts than smaller key-count controllers, but the mini format is a keybed trade-off for players who prefer full-size keys.
Eight velocity-sensitive MPC pads and eight assignable rotary knobs provide hands-on input for beats and DAW parameters.
A built-in 64-step sequencer is described for composing without a computer, with a drum track and a melody or chord track.
MIDI and CV/Gate I/O let it connect to external sound sources as well as a computer-based setup.
MPC Beats is listed as bundled software, with Native Kontrol Standard integration and a choice among three Komplete 15 Select bundles described in the listing.

Price

$125.00Save 26%

Reference price: ~~$169.00~~

Price checked: Nov 11, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

The 37-key range supports broader melodic and chord work than compact 25-key controllers.
Pads, rotary knobs, transport controls, and pitch/modulation wheels provide several tactile ways to perform and control a DAW.
Sequencer and external MIDI/CV/Gate connections support workflows beyond controlling software on a computer.

Cons

The 37 keys are mini keys, which may not suit players who need a full-size keybed.

Technical specifications

16 specifications

Identity
Brand	Akai Professional
Model	MPKMINIPLUS
Keys	37
Key size	37 Key
Color	Black

Connectivity and controls
Connection listed	USB
Control method listed	Touch
USB ports	1
Pad count	8 MPC Pads
Hardware I/O	MIDI/CV/Gate I/O

Software and compatibility
Supported software	Any Digital Audio Workstation compatible with Windows / Mac OS
Compatible devices	Laptop, PC
Platform	Mac, Windows

Dimensions and materials
Dimensions (D × W × H)	7.1"D x 17.9"W x 2"H
Weight	1.3 kg
Outer material	Plastic

What to know before buying

The listing describes the keys as mini-sized and also uses a generic 37 Key size field, confirm the key dimensions and playing feel if these matter, especially since customer feedback is mixed on key feel and pad stiffness. Software compatibility and ease of use also receive mixed customer feedback, so confirm compatibility with the intended DAW and computer before relying on a particular setup. The advertised included software and NKS bundle are listing claims, check current redemption and bundle terms.

What’s in the box

Included

MPK Mini Plus
Quickstart Guide
Safety & Warranty Manual
Software Download Card
USB Cable

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Beat-makers who want MPC pads, knobs, and sequencing in one USB MIDI controller.
Songwriters seeking a compact mini-key controller with a wider range than a 25-key unit.
Producers who want MIDI/CV/Gate connections for external hardware alongside computer-based DAW control.

Less suited to

Players who need full-size keys or a piano-style keybed.
Buyers seeking a self-contained instrument with built-in sounds, this is presented as a MIDI controller, not a sound-producing keyboard.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.6 / 5 · 2,246 ratings

5 stars79%79%
4 stars12%12%
3 stars4%4%
2 stars1%1%
1 star4%4%

Customer feedback reports positive impressions of functionality and responsiveness, with some customers also considering it worthwhile for the price. Compatibility and ease of use are mixed, as are opinions of the mini-key feel, pad stiffness, and included software. Those differences matter for a controller whose use depends on a compatible DAW and whose compact keybed is central to playing, the aggregate rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 2,246 global ratings, but it does not explain individual experiences.

Positive themes

Customers describe the controller's functionality and responsiveness positively.
Some customers consider it worth the price.

Mixed feedback

Compatibility receives mixed feedback, including reports of working well with GarageBand and reports of failure to work.
Ease of use, key feel, pad stiffness, and included software receive mixed feedback.

Frequently asked questions

Does the MPK Mini Plus have full-size keys?

No. The listing describes its 37-key keybed as mini keys, so it is not a full-size keyboard.

Can it be used without a computer?

The listing says its built-in 64-step sequencer can be used without a computer when connected to a production station. That does not make it a standalone instrument with built-in sounds.

What software is included?

The listing names MPC Beats and describes NKS integration plus a choice of one of three Komplete 15 Select bundles. Confirm current software and redemption details for the selected listing.

What is reported about compatibility and feel?

Customer feedback is mixed on compatibility, ease of use, key feel, pad stiffness, and included software. Verify your DAW and operating setup and consider whether mini keys suit your playing.