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AKAI Professional MPK249 - USB MIDI Keyboard Controller with 49 Semi Weighted Keys, Assignable MPC Controls, 16 Pads and Q-Links, Plug and Play

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Size: 49 Keys


Style: Controller Only


Features

  • Pro Keyboard Performance - 49 semi-weighted, velocity-sensitive full-size keys and a premium piano-style keybed for unprecedented response and natural feel
  • Beat Making Essentials - 16 RGB-illuminated MPC-style pads each with 4 banks for 64 pads - the perfect solution for triggering samples, loops, one-shots, melodics and more
  • Assignable Control - 24 assignable Q-Link controllers comprising 8 control knobs, faders and switches engineered for hassle-free DAW / virtual instrument mapping
  • Your Studio Centerpiece - Take command of your peripheral MIDI equipment courtesy of an onboard USB-MIDI interface with 5-pin MIDI input and output
  • Core MPC Tools - MPC mainstay controls included - MPC Note Repeat, arpeggiator, MPC Full Level, Tap Tempo and Time Division
  • Comprehensive Production Software Package for Mac and PC included - Ableton Live Lite, Hybrid 3 by AIR Music Tech and Xpand2(downloads)
  • The MPC Production Experience - Includes MPC Beats Software complete with the finest features and essential production tools from the Akai Professional MPC Series

Description

Complete Workstation Control – Introducing the MPK2 Series .Engineered to be an all-in-1 controller solution, the Akai Professional MPK249 is a 49-key performance pad and keyboard controller that combines deep software integration, enhanced workflow, and core technologies from the iconic line of MPC workstations. The MPK249 comes fully loaded with a professional production software package plus a comprehensive, customizable interface for manipulating virtual instruments, effect plugins, DAWs and more. MPK249 features 49 semi- weighted keys with after touch, 16 MPC-style pads with RGB feedback, 8 assignable knobs, faders and switches, and onboard transport buttons. 3 banks expand the number of knobs, faders and switches (up to 24 of each), and four pad banks expand the number of pads (up to 64 total). Plus, MPK249 is USB- powered and optimized to interface directly with your Mac or PC with hassle- free plug-and-play connectivity.

Brand: AKAI


Number of Keys: 49


Connectivity Technology: USB


Special Feature: Studio Recording, Velocity Sensitive Keys


Model Name: MPK249


Item Weight: 12.6 pounds


Product Dimensions: 12.28 x 29.06 x 3.39 inches


Country of Origin: Taiwan


Item model number: MPK249


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: June 1, 2015


Compatible Devices: DAW, REASON, SONAR, CAKEWALK, CUBASE, NUEDO, LOGIC PRO, PRO TOOLS, MAC PRO, WINDOWS, COMPUTER MUSIC


Connector Type: USB


Hardware Interface: USB


Material Type: Plastic


Musical Style: Electronic


Number of Keyboard Keys: 49


Size: 49 Keys


Hardware Platform: Any standard computer architecture that supports USB connectivity


Power Source: USB power; no power adapter required


Standing screen display size: 3.5


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    • Beatmakers look no further!!!!!
Size: 25 Keys Style: Controller Only
Been making beats since 2013; this is easily the best 25 key midi keyboard on the market, but what do you expect from Akai. I had to buy a replacement because my midi cord input jack got ripped out (please beware of this with all MIDI controllers, the jack is very fragile!!) and I noticed that the updated version was a lot sleeker and about 5 pounds lighter ( I had my previous mpk225 for 5 years as a gift from a friend) and it makes for toting it around a lot easier. Akai I would recommend marketing a carrying case for these because it would come in handy. Regardless amazing controller, great arpeggio function and note delay function, 8 mini pads on the top aren’t too stiff, the keys play as perfect as a midi controller could, don’t stick or lag and respond well in real time playing. For the price, durability (I dropped my last mpk 50-60 times), design, easy compatibility with most DAWs (I’ve plugged it up easily to FL studio 12, FL studio 20, and a friend’s Logic in his home studio setup), and easy assurance you’re getting with a name like Akai, you can rest assured you’re getting every dollar tenfold. I argue that Akai is better than Native Instruments in every debate I have with other producers/engineers because of this controller. I would say that Akai should be sponsoring me because of how sweet I make them sound, but really I should be sponsoring them for this MPK225. If you don’t have one of these to make music on your computer, you are lacking!!! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2021 by Average Joseph
    • Love it, love Akai.
Size: 25 Keys Style: Controller Only
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I’ll keep this short. By far my favorite USB / MIDI keyboard I’ve used. I had tried the cheaper 25 key Akai, but it was just too small and the synth key action I didn’t like. By contrast, this thing is a full sized keyboard. For most electronic music production, you might try a riff or something on the keyboard, test out chords etc., but you’re unlikely to be playing Mozart. Point being, I’d rather a very useful 25 key to a less useful full size 88. 25 is also about as big as fits decently on a desk, especially with a mixer and more. The drum pads are super responsive and sensitive, and 4x8 banks gives you 32 options, though I doubt many use them much - I’d get an MPC or something if I wanted just the pads. They’re there and work very well though. Note repeat is like an arp for the pads as well. Regular arp mode is nice too and well implemented, you can get some cool sounds going by playing with latch and letting the arp bounce around notes. You’ll almost always edit them in a DAW, but it’s a starting point for some cool stuff. The keys feel great, play great, etc., far from the synth action of the cheaper models. Tons of onboard DAW presets plus Ableton Live Lite included is good, too. No support for mixcraft which I use, but no surprise there.. anything common is covered though, and you can make your own presets as well. I do wish there was more variability in the presets - swappable banks like the pads would be nice, since for example if you’re using a VST like serum, there’s a lot of places you can map the knobs - plus if you mod one, changing the mod % is a different knob. Of course, there’s really not much room, and if I care that much there are MIDI controllers with more options, I even have a 49-key that at least has sliders and 12 knobs, but I still rarely use it, this is so much more preferable. (And yes I keep note stickers on some keys.. never officially learned to play so those are helpful at times). By far my favorite MIDI equipment, would buy again for sure. Also just confirms my love for Akai, I think more Akai products are in my future. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2018 by aberwah aberwah
    • A worthy upgrade from the Mini MK3
Size: 25 Keys Style: Controller Only
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I didn’t want a MIDI controller that was very big, so I first purchased the Akai MPK Mini MK3 but I wasn’t very happy with its keys. It was a great quality controller, but the Mini keys felt strange and cramped to me. On top of that, the velocity of every note I played into Logic Pro X came in very soft & quiet unless I really smashed into the keys as fast as I could while I played. Next, I ordered this MPK225 and the difference was night and day. It’s a bigger than I preferred, but as you can see in the pic, it still fit between my keyboard and computer, so that’s good enough for me. The semi-weighted full-sized keys on MPK225 feel way nicer to play, and I have zero velocity issues. Everything about this unit feels top-notch. It’s a really great bang for your buck. The Mini MK3 is a great unit too, but if you’re checking out both of them like I was, I’d say just go for this larger unit. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 10, 2020 by kyldh kyldh
    • Still one of the best for the money.
Size: 61 Keys Style: Controller Only
This keyboard does what I need and then some. The pads are really incredible. Responsive and really fun to play. I put my portable pad controller on the shelf. This thing does it all - and it’s a standard in the industry so any DAW is going to pick it up right away. Akai’s support is horrible in my experience- so it’s a good thing it requires almost no support. The feel of the keys, the faders, knobs - you can’t ask for anything more. It has really renewed my love for just sitting down and making music. They keys make you want to play. Just a couple of issues: first, the box shows that it comes with Eighty Eight Ensemble. It does not. Apparently an expired agreement to include it. Most of the software it “includes” are obtained by registering the device and downloading. (Ableton Live Lite is included on a disc- everything else has to be downloaded) while this is not a huge issue, it does mean that the software it comes with is subject to change. If you really want Eighty Eight ensemble, be prepared to buy it. Second, Akai’s website is not for the faint of heart. Try finding any downloads (editor, firmware update, anything) and you’ll likely end up frustrated. Just run it as is. It’s fine. Finally, be aware the device IS USB powered so most people won’t need a power supply - but if you’re using it as a controller for a hardware device or you’re not hooking it up to your Mac or PC for whatever reason - you need to buy a power supply. Definitely would buy again, but the way this thing is built I don’t think I’ll ever have to. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2022 by Steve

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