Introducing the Akai MPK261 61-key MIDI Controller, your personal music production powerhouse. This versatile controller takes the best from Akai's legendary MPC Music Production Center sampler-sequencers and presents it in a sleek, modern package. With the MPK261, you're not only getting a MIDI controller keyboard, but also a pad controller/sample sequencer, and a remote transport and mixing surface for digital audio workstations.

The full-sized keys are semi-weighted for a natural, expressive playing experience. Designed with pressure-sensitivity and aftertouch, they provide intimate control over virtual instruments. The MPK261 also features solid, responsive pitch and mod wheels, and assignable inputs for expression and sustain pedals.

The MPC Pads are a standout feature, offering 16 genuine backlit pads that deliver velocity and pressure sensitivity. The advanced arpeggiator is another highlight, allowing you to create complex rhythms with ease. All these features come together to ensure that the MPK261 is more than just a controller - it's a comprehensive music production tool that will take your creations to new heights.

Key Features:

• 61 semi-weighted, full-size keys with aftertouch
• 16 RGB-illuminated MPC-style pads each with 4 banks for 64 pads
• 24 assignable Q-Link controllers include knobs, faders, and switches (8 of each)
• USB-MIDI with 5-pin MIDI input and output
• iOS compatibility using the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit (sold separately)
• Comprehensive transport & parameter controls for hands-on DAW integration
• MPC Note Repeat, MPC Swing, and arpeggiator for advanced rhythmic and melodic manipulation
• 2 assignable footswitch jacks and 1 expression jack
• USB power and plug-and-play connectivity
• Production software package included: Ableton Live Lite, Hybrid 3 by AIR Music Tech, SONiVOX Twist 2.0, SONiVOX Eighty-Eight Ensemble and Akai Pro MPC Essentials (downloads)

Product specs

FAQs

What type of keys does the Akai MPK261 have?

The Akai MPK261 features 61 semi-weighted keys with aftertouch, providing a responsive and expressive playing experience suitable for both studio and live performances.

How many pads are available on the Akai MPK261?

The Akai MPK261 is equipped with 16 MPC-style pads that feature RGB feedback, allowing for dynamic beat-making and sample triggering.

Can the Akai MPK261 be powered via USB?

Yes, the Akai MPK261 is bus-powered and can be connected directly to a computer using a USB cable, eliminating the need for an external power source.

Does the Akai MPK261 have an arpeggiator function?

Yes, the Akai MPK261 includes an arpeggiator feature, enabling users to create complex rhythmic patterns effortlessly.

How many assignable control knobs and faders does the Akai MPK261 have?

The Akai MPK261 comes with 8 assignable rotary encoders and 8 faders, allowing extensive control over DAW parameters and virtual instruments.