AKAI MPK MINI PLUS Mini Controller AKAI Professional MPK MINI PLUS ControllerThe new MPK Mini Plus gives musicians complete creative control that delivers superior feel and expression, along with next-generation performance tools.         Advanced connectivity easily and fully connects all your favorite studio gear for complete and expanded hardware integration in a compact 3-octave design.         The MPK Mini Plus offers extensive controls for in-depth control over a wide range of functions. Eight pressure-sensitive, RGB-backlit MPK pads are the foundation not only for playing dynamic beats and programming drums, but also for assigning program changes and triggering additional CC parameters.         The MPK MINI PLUS lets you select effects using eight assignable 360° knobs for every function, including filters, automation, pan control, and more. For the first time, the MPK Mini features dedicated transport controls for complete DAW integration.         Now you can eliminate unnecessary backtracking from the QWERTY keyboard or mouse and stay engaged in the creative process with dedicated Play, Stop, Record, Loop, and Locator buttons.The unit features 37 keys with a Gen 2 dynamic keybed to expand your melodic and harmonic composition possibilities. Three full octaves mean more space for two-handed chords, arpeggiations, and the creation of solos or soundscapes.         The Gen 2 Dynamic Keybed features incredibly playable keys with a wider velocity range, delivering even greater note dynamics.         With more keys, music will need new ways to add feeling and expression, so the MPK Mini Plus adds dedicated pitch bend and modulation wheel controls to bring every performance to life. In addition to the iconic Joystick controller, touch interaction is also available, allowing for virtually limitless expression.         The controller can operate as a standalone unit. The new polyphonic step sequencer is convenient for capturing fresh ideas on the fly. The MPK MINI PLUS allows you to record notes and drum patterns simultaneously.         Simply connect to any class-compliant USB or 5-pin MIDI device and use the CV/Gate connectors to connect to your rack and other modular synthesizers.         The MPK Mini Plus is versatile enough for beginners and professional musicians alike. The included MPC Beats DAW software for Mac and PC offers an incredibly powerful MPC workflow directly on your desktop or laptop, and includes thousands of sounds, drum samples, loops, and plug-ins.         With more keys on the 37-note Gen 2 instrument, MPC virtual analogs like Electric and Tubesynth come to life with an expanded sonic range. Simply set the MPK Mini Plus on your desk and connect to standalone MPC devices to control Mellotron and Hype plug-ins.         Even with a 3-octave range, the MPK Mini Plus fits in a gig bag for easy transport alongside your everyday music production gear. It's simple math; adding MPK Mini Plus to any workflow equals expressive creativity and intuitive control for modern music and beat creation.     Product Features:37-Key Gen 2 Dynamic KeybedTransport ControlsAssignable Joystick for Dynamic MIDI Control8 RGB Backlit Drum PadsPitch Bend and Modulation WheelsBuilt-in Step SequencerCV/Gate Outputs I/O5-pin MIDI I/O