Akai MPK Mini Plus - 37-key mini keyboard
Discover the Akai MPK Mini Plus master keyboard, an ultra-complete 37-key controller that enriches your mobile creativity with its integrated sequencer, its true MPC pads and its MIDI/CV connectivity to control your entire studio.
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More keys. More connections. More freedom.
The standard AKAI MPK Mini is the world's best-selling keyboard. But what if 25 keys aren't enough to play your chords with both hands, or you want to control your analog synthesizer without turning on your computer? Here's the answer: the AKAI MPK Mini Plus .
At Garage à Musique, we love it because it retains the backpack format that everyone loves, while adding features worthy of larger studio keyboards. With its 37 Gen 2 keys (that's 3 full octaves), its real pitch and modulation wheels, and its integrated polyphonic sequencer, it's the ultimate command center for the ambitious beatmaker.
But its real superpower is hidden at the back: it's equipped with CV/Gate ports and 5-pin MIDI I/O. This means it can control your DAW (Ableton, FL Studio) as well as your Eurorack synths or hardware drum machines.
Why the MPK Mini Plus is the new standard:
La taille parfaite (37 Touches) : Le compromis idéal. Assez grand pour jouer des mélodies complexes et des accords à deux mains, assez compact pour votre bureau ou votre sac.
Séquenceur Polyphonique Intégré : Créez des boucles et des séquences sans même regarder votre écran. Parfait pour les "jam sessions" ou la musique électronique live.
Le roi de la connectivité (CV/Gate & MIDI) : Sortez de l'ordinateur ! Contrôlez vos synthétiseurs analogiques et modulaires grâce aux sorties CV (Pitch, Gate, Mod).
Commandes de Transport Dédiées : Play, Stop, Record... Plus besoin de cliquer avec votre souris pour lancer l'enregistrement de votre prise vocale ou de votre beat.
Comparison: MPK Mini Plus vs. The Competition
How does the "Plus" version compare to other market benchmarks?
| Characteristic | AKAI MPK Mini Plus | AKAI MPK Mini Mk3 | Arturia Keystep 37 |
| Number of keys | 37 (Mini, Gen 2) | 25 (Mini) | 37 (Mini) |
| Pads (Beatmaking) | 8 RGB Pads (MPC Style) | 8 Pads (MPC Style) | No pad |
| Pitch/Mod Wheels | Yes (Real knobs) | No (Joystick) | Yes (Touch strips) |
| Analog Connector | CV/Gate (Pitch, Gate, Mod) | None (USB only) | CV/Gate (Pitch, Gate, Mod) |
| Transport Orders | ✅ Yes (Dedicated) | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| Our opinion | The best hybrid Beatmaking / Sequencing. | The classic for the backpack. | The alternative for pure keyboardists. |
Technical Specifications
Clavier : 37 mini-touches dynamiques (Mécanique Gen 2 AKAI)
Pads : 8 pads rétroéclairés RGB sensibles à la vélocité (Fonctions Note Repeat / Full Level)
Contrôles rotatifs : 8 potentiomètres assignables à 360°
Molettes : Pitch Bend et Modulation indépendantes + Joystick X/Y
Séquenceur : Séquenceur polyphonique 2 pistes intégré (Step Sequence / Live)
Connectivité Numérique : 1x USB Type-B, MIDI IN (5 broches), MIDI OUT (5 broches)
Connectivité Analogique : Sorties CV (Pitch, Gate, Mod) et Sync (In/Out)
Entrée Pédale : 1x Sustain (6.35mm)
Alimentation : Auto-alimenté par USB
Dimensions: 45.1 cm x 18.0 cm x 5.2 cm
Poids : 1.26 kg (2.78 lbs)
📦 In the box:
1x Clavier AKAI MPK Mini Plus
1x Câble USB
Carte de téléchargement logiciel (MPC Beats, plugins, etc.)
FAQ - The most frequently asked questions on the web
1- What is the difference between the MPK Mini Mk3 and the MPK Mini Plus?
The "Plus" version adds 12 extra keys (37 in total), physical pitch and modulation wheels, an integrated sequencer, transport buttons (Play/Rec), and, most importantly, advanced connectivity (5-pin MIDI and CV/Gate). It's a much more complete tool for the studio.
2- What are the "CV/Gate" outlets at the rear?
Control Voltage (CV) and Gate are the ancestors of MIDI. These connections allow the MPK Mini Plus to "talk" directly to analog synthesizers (like the Moog Mother-32) or Eurorack modular systems, sending them note, rhythm and modulation information without going through a computer.
3- Can I use it without a computer (Standalone)?
Yes! Thanks to its MIDI and CV/Gate outputs, you can power it via a USB wall charger and use it to sequence and play your "dawless" (computer-free) hardware synthesizers.
4- Does the keyboard have built-in sounds?
No. It's a MIDI controller. It doesn't produce any sound by itself. It's used to control virtual instruments in your software (DAW) or external synthesizers.
5- Is it compatible with FL Studio, Logic Pro or Ableton?
Absolutely. It is instantly recognized (Plug-and-Play) by Mac and PC, and works with all music production software on the market.
More keys. More connections. More freedom.
The standard AKAI MPK Mini is the world's best-selling keyboard. But what if 25 keys aren't enough to play your chords with both hands, or you want to control your analog synthesizer without turning on your computer? Here's the answer: the AKAI MPK Mini Plus .
At Garage à Musique, we love it because it retains the backpack format that everyone loves, while adding features worthy of larger studio keyboards. With its 37 Gen 2 keys (that's 3 full octaves), its real pitch and modulation wheels, and its integrated polyphonic sequencer, it's the ultimate command center for the ambitious beatmaker.
But its real superpower is hidden at the back: it's equipped with CV/Gate ports and 5-pin MIDI I/O. This means it can control your DAW (Ableton, FL Studio) as well as your Eurorack synths or hardware drum machines.
Why the MPK Mini Plus is the new standard:
La taille parfaite (37 Touches) : Le compromis idéal. Assez grand pour jouer des mélodies complexes et des accords à deux mains, assez compact pour votre bureau ou votre sac.
Séquenceur Polyphonique Intégré : Créez des boucles et des séquences sans même regarder votre écran. Parfait pour les "jam sessions" ou la musique électronique live.
Le roi de la connectivité (CV/Gate & MIDI) : Sortez de l'ordinateur ! Contrôlez vos synthétiseurs analogiques et modulaires grâce aux sorties CV (Pitch, Gate, Mod).
Commandes de Transport Dédiées : Play, Stop, Record... Plus besoin de cliquer avec votre souris pour lancer l'enregistrement de votre prise vocale ou de votre beat.
Comparison: MPK Mini Plus vs. The Competition
How does the "Plus" version compare to other market benchmarks?
| Characteristic | AKAI MPK Mini Plus | AKAI MPK Mini Mk3 | Arturia Keystep 37 |
| Number of keys | 37 (Mini, Gen 2) | 25 (Mini) | 37 (Mini) |
| Pads (Beatmaking) | 8 RGB Pads (MPC Style) | 8 Pads (MPC Style) | No pad |
| Pitch/Mod Wheels | Yes (Real knobs) | No (Joystick) | Yes (Touch strips) |
| Analog Connector | CV/Gate (Pitch, Gate, Mod) | None (USB only) | CV/Gate (Pitch, Gate, Mod) |
| Transport Orders | ✅ Yes (Dedicated) | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| Our opinion | The best hybrid Beatmaking / Sequencing. | The classic for the backpack. | The alternative for pure keyboardists. |
Technical Specifications
Clavier : 37 mini-touches dynamiques (Mécanique Gen 2 AKAI)
Pads : 8 pads rétroéclairés RGB sensibles à la vélocité (Fonctions Note Repeat / Full Level)
Contrôles rotatifs : 8 potentiomètres assignables à 360°
Molettes : Pitch Bend et Modulation indépendantes + Joystick X/Y
Séquenceur : Séquenceur polyphonique 2 pistes intégré (Step Sequence / Live)
Connectivité Numérique : 1x USB Type-B, MIDI IN (5 broches), MIDI OUT (5 broches)
Connectivité Analogique : Sorties CV (Pitch, Gate, Mod) et Sync (In/Out)
Entrée Pédale : 1x Sustain (6.35mm)
Alimentation : Auto-alimenté par USB
Dimensions: 45.1 cm x 18.0 cm x 5.2 cm
Poids : 1.26 kg (2.78 lbs)
📦 In the box:
1x Clavier AKAI MPK Mini Plus
1x Câble USB
Carte de téléchargement logiciel (MPC Beats, plugins, etc.)
FAQ - The most frequently asked questions on the web
1- What is the difference between the MPK Mini Mk3 and the MPK Mini Plus?
The "Plus" version adds 12 extra keys (37 in total), physical pitch and modulation wheels, an integrated sequencer, transport buttons (Play/Rec), and, most importantly, advanced connectivity (5-pin MIDI and CV/Gate). It's a much more complete tool for the studio.
2- What are the "CV/Gate" outlets at the rear?
Control Voltage (CV) and Gate are the ancestors of MIDI. These connections allow the MPK Mini Plus to "talk" directly to analog synthesizers (like the Moog Mother-32) or Eurorack modular systems, sending them note, rhythm and modulation information without going through a computer.
3- Can I use it without a computer (Standalone)?
Yes! Thanks to its MIDI and CV/Gate outputs, you can power it via a USB wall charger and use it to sequence and play your "dawless" (computer-free) hardware synthesizers.
4- Does the keyboard have built-in sounds?
No. It's a MIDI controller. It doesn't produce any sound by itself. It's used to control virtual instruments in your software (DAW) or external synthesizers.
5- Is it compatible with FL Studio, Logic Pro or Ableton?
Absolutely. It is instantly recognized (Plug-and-Play) by Mac and PC, and works with all music production software on the market.