The 25 key keyboard is actually better than i expected the keys respond well, and while they arent weighted like an electric piano, they have just enough resistance to nail a staccato sound. Novation impulse 49 vs akai mpk249 comparison homestudiomaven. Our keyboard controllers put your music software directly into your hands. Having purchased a novation sl 49 compact, i can say that the keys on it feel awesome, but automap is shit. Sl mkiii boasts our finest and most playable synthstyle semiweighted keybed, with a sprung action tuned to the needs of the experienced player. Not responsible for typographical or illustrative errors. All launchkey controllers come with loopmasters sounds, bass station and vstation synths from novation, and your choice of one of addictive keys prograde virtual keyboard instruments. The mpk225, mpk249, and mpk261 are engineered to be allinone controller solutions for comprehensive interfacing and manipulation of virtual instruments, effect plugins, daws, and more.
Get the guaranteed best price on midi keyboard controllers like the novation launchkey 49 midi controller at musicians friend. This means the tempo of your project, and inevitably the tempo of note repeat and the arp, can be chosen by tapping the tap tempo button on the mpd or mpk or by having the mpd or mpk listen to abletons tempo. The akai mpk2 series controllers combine deep software integration, enhanced workflow, and core technologies from the iconic line of mpc workstations. Its exceptionally high scan rate of 10 khz gives the keys a super dynamic feel for expressive performances. Needing the software to make adjustments with the velocity curves of the unit is a bit of a minor hassle, but nowhere close to being a dealbreaker. Engineered to be an allinone controller solution, the akai professional mpk249 is a performance pad and keyboard controller that combines deep software integration, enhanced workflow, and core technologies from the iconic line of mpc workstations. Designed for people who love to play keys, its a pleasure to play and integrates seamlessly with ableton live, logic pro, pro tools and other major music software. Akai mpk mini mkii compact keyboard and pad controller. I prefer the look and feel of the the launchkey more, but my hesitation is that it seems to always be mentioned for use with ableton. Home forums digital dj gear novation launchkey mini mk2 vs akai apc key 25 this topic has 1 reply, 2 voices, and was last updated 2 years, 9 months ago by chuck van eekelen. Prices, specifications, and images are subject to change without notice. I would also rank the novation impulse above the akai apk249, but below the axiom air.
Each member of akai pros mpk series comes fully loaded with a comprehensive interface for manipulating virtual instruments, effect plugins, daws, and more. Its in the top 3 bestselling midi controllers and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as m audio xy touch pad or arturia keylab 49. Novation launchkey mini 25 tastenusbkeyboardcontroller fur ableton live, mk2. Akai mpk25 software cd disk operating disk from akai for the mpk 25 due to the massive impact from covid19 virus some orders are subject to delays in processing and shipping. The akais mpk mini mkii 25key holds the honor of the best selling midi keyboard controller in the world and for a good reason. The mpd or mpk has an internal midi clock and the ability to use an external clock source. I found most all of these keybeds to be exceptionally noisy. Uploaded on 4222019, downloaded 3383 times, receiving a 86100 rating by 2190 users. A guy from akai said hell forward a request to the devs to issue a fw update. Akai professional mpk mini mkii 25key portable usb midi. Well beat any price for the akai mpk mini mkii compact keyboard and pad controller.
You also have a roll feature or noterepeat and you can also shape arpeggios with them. Impulse is our ultraresponsive and expressive keyboard with loads of fully assignable controls. Overall i like it, and although the first mpks were crappy, this one has a better keybed than novation launchkey mini, and pads also. Warum ist novation launchkey 25 besser als akai professional mpk mini. Akai mpk mini mkii compact keyboardpad controller reverb. Akai professional mpk mini mkii 25 key usb midi keyboard controller with. The akai mpk25 is an advanced midi controller, that features 25 key semiweighted keyboard with aftertouch, mpcpad section of 12 genuine mpc pads with pressure and velocity sensitivity, mpc pads access four banks each for instant access to 48 samples, assignable qlink controller section, 2 banks of 12 qlink knobs and 4 buttons, 2 banks each, dedicated transport controls for tracking and. Get a low price and free shipping on thousands of items. Novations 25 sl mk ii has been designed to give you complete control over your. We are a family of brands, all committed to removing barriers to creativity. The 25key keyboard is actually better than i expected the keys respond well, and while they arent weighted like an electric piano, they have just enough resistance to nail a staccato sound. If money is not an issue i would definitely go with mpk however if you are on a tight budget i think launchkey is a decent option in that price range.
Akai professionals mpk mini mkii is an ultracompact keyboard controller designed for the traveling musician and the desktop producer. Mar 12, 2017 being one of the few 25 key midi controllers that features fullsized keys, the alesis v25 is a very solid keyboard at an excellent price especially since it comes with 8 drum pads and 4 rotary knobs. Midi channel field program change messages can be sent on one of two midi ports, a. Thankfully, the mpk mini mkii 25key offers reliable performance at.
Novation launchkey mini mk3 verfugt uber 25 minitasten. Akai professional provides the best keyboards and keyboard controllers in the industry including the top selling mpk mini. Nov 26, 2015 if youre looking to do some liveloopstyle midi recording youll want something that has transport controls properly mapped for your daw. Akai mpk25 software cd disk custom akai mpc sampler. The akai professional mpk25 is a portable keyboard controller with mpc production controls. Mpk mini mkii compact keyboard and pad controller add to compare. They range from simple and portable mini keyboards with handfuls of handy knobs and pads, to advanced professional controllers with huge arrays of touchsensitive controls and ultraresponsive, expressive keyboards. This item novation impulse 25 usb midi controller keyboard, 25 keys novation launchkey mini mk3 25minikey midi keyboard akai professional mpk mini mkii 25 key usb midi keyboard controller with 8 drum pads, 8 assignable qlink knobs and pro software suite included. The akai mpk25 is an advanced midi controller, that features 25key semiweighted keyboard with aftertouch, mpcpad section of 12 genuine mpc pads with pressure and velocity sensitivity, mpc pads access four banks each for instant access to 48 samples, assignable qlink controller section, 2 banks of 12 qlink knobs and 4 buttons, 2 banks each, dedicated transport. Maudio oxygen 25 mk4, akai mpk25, alesis v25 or novation. Drum pads of this kind are by no means unique to the mpk range, but akais implementation of the idea seems like a particularly good one. Wer einen usbmidi keyboard controller kaufen mochte, steht einer riesigen auswahl gegenuber.
Ive used both, the akai is built better, it has more functionality as has been said you dont need to use the pads like maschine you can use them to trigger effects or as transport buttonsmarker locators etc in your daw very. I thought i would do a comparison between the two and make up my own mind as to which one i would choose. Anyway, i decided to order a novation sl mkii instead. If youre looking to do some liveloopstyle midi recording youll want something that has transport controls properly mapped for your daw. Other than the hard to play smoothly keyboard action of the akai, i really liked the rest of its features.
Mpk249 features 49 semiweighted keys with aftertouch, 8 assignable knobs, faders, and switches, 16 mpcstyle pads with rgb feedback, and onboard transport buttons. With an array of hardware controls, mpk mini lets you record, compose, and perform with virtual instruments, effect plugins, and daws whenever inspiration strikes. Comparing the novation launchkey mini mki and mkii for more music, live sessions and tutorials, subscribe. So, lets start with the impulse, you can use the pads to trigger sounds or sound clips in ableton. I recently ordered an akai mpk49 but when i went to pick it up it appeared to have a small delay and since i wanted a midi keyboard right then and there i decided to go for the novation impulse. Akai mpd and mpk series setup with ableton live contents.
The mpk mini mkii is an ultracompact keyboard controller designed for the traveling musician and the desktop producer. Jan 14, 2017 comparing the novation launchkey mini mki and mkii for more music, live sessions and tutorials, subscribe. Free lessons from melodics help you hone your pad drumming and keyboard skills to make you a better player. Basically, i recently had to switch laptops from a mac to a windows because of my colleges laptop requirements for the program that i am in. Akai mpk mini or launchkey mini which is better taetro. It wont completely replace a larger keyboard with fullsized keys or even a dedicated drum pad controller, but if youre looking for a compact, portable midi keyboard for composing music on the go andor looking to save space on your desk its hard to go wrong with this model. Novation launchkey mini vs akai mpk mini i dont know whether i really count as a newbie but posting here since its more of a newbie question. I am looking for a solid midi controller to use with it and i have really narrowed it down to two, the novation sl mk ii and the akai mpk49. Akai professional mpk mini mkii 25key keyboard controller. Each member of akai pros mpk series comes fully loaded with a comprehensive interface for. Aug, 2019 on the mpk the drum pads section is very advanced compared to the impulse, and it to be expected, akai is the creator of the famous mpcs. Akai professional mpk mini mkii 25 key usb midi keyboard controller with 8 drum pads, 8 assignable qlink knobs and pro software suite included.
Manufacturer rebates, terms, conditions, and expiration dates are subject to manufacturers printed forms nyc dca lic. Other than the hard to play smoothly keyboard action of the akai, i. Why is novation sl mkii 25 better than akai professional mpk mini. Novation 49 sl mkii usb midi controller keyboard 49. As i said in another thread i got the mpk 49 if you can get the axiom or the mpk for the same price id go with the akai. Program change parameters program change parameters the following list of parameters can be accessed if the button event type is set to program change. If you have any questions please email us directly.
Demonstration of a novation 25 sl mkii controlling ableton. Its in the top 3 bestselling midi controllers and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as novation launchpad mk2 or akai pro mpk mini play. Novation impulse 25 usb midi controller keyboard, 25 keys. Jul 09, 2017 home forums digital dj gear novation launchkey mini mk2 vs akai apc key 25 this topic has 1 reply, 2 voices, and was last updated 2 years, 9 months ago by chuck van eekelen. Akai professional mpk mini mkii portables 25tastenusbmidikeyboard. Overall i like it, and although the first mpk s were crappy, this one has a better keybed than novation launchkey mini, and pads also. The pads feel solid and playable, with just a small amount of bounce. Akai professional mpk225 is a very popular and one of the most expensive options. Novation launchpad is a very popular option in the middle of the midi controllers price range. In general, newer controllers are not well supported, same goes for ones that are less popular. For some reason, i cant find a concise answer on whether the luanchkey mini mkii will work okay with fl studio. The way to think about the mini mpk is that its most of what you need in an extremely portable package, and that doesnt require an external power source. Midi channel field program change messages can be sent on one of two midi ports, a or b, and one of 16 midi channels on each port i. Akai mpk25 driver for windows 7 32 bit, windows 7 64 bit, windows 10, 8, xp.
Mar 07, 2017 the akai mpk mini mk2 is a huge improvement over its predecessor. Based closely on the mpk49, the first keyboard ever to feature mpc pads, the mpk25 scales down the keyboard by 24 keys and retains the utility, capability, and flexibility that makes the mpk49 one of the worlds hottest keyboards. Akai mpk mini or launchkey mini which is better youtube. Youll find the products you own from all of our brands in one place, streamlined to get you what you need, as fast as possible, with a single signon for all. Novation launchkey 49 midi controller musicians friend. Built on a 25 velocitysensitive key design, the mini manages to also include eight mpcstyle trigger pads and a fourway thumbstick controlling pitch and modulation parameters. When looking at the market, one can easily spend upwards of a thousand dollars without having any background in creating music. With a cluster of productioncentric indemand hardware controls coupled with a slimline ultraportable footprint, mpk mini lets you record, compose and perform with virtual instruments, effect plugins and. Viewing 2 posts 1 through 2 of 2 total author posts july 9, 2017 at 11. The maudio axiom 25 mkii vs the akai mpk25 usb midi controllers here are two usbmidi controller keyboards small enough to take anywhere with you, fit into limited spaces in your setup or take on a plane and use on your lap. Novation launchkey mini vs akai mpk mini gearslutz. Advance 25 virtual instrument production controller to premium controller for vip.