![]() The octave buttons add two octaves (either up or down), adding versatility to your projects.Įxpression, Modulation, and Vibrato in a single wand Octave + and Octave – buttons expand the range of the keyboard beyond 25 keys. Reverb and Chorus options are provided to satisfy basic needs, but do not do much more. The effects themselves are not high-quality, but they do help to add feeling and ambiance. The control knobs are easy to use and conveniently placed AKAI has included a “Favorites” setting so you can save interesting combinations you create. With the right musical idea and just the right setting, you can manufacture some interesting sounds of your own. Filter, Resonance, Reverb, Chorus, Attack, Release, as well as Low and High EQ controls provide place creativity. However, the Mini Play MkIII does have options for altering each sound. Filter, Resonance, Attack, and Release controls Considering the price and size of this midi controller, the sound quality is to be lived with. However, the sounds can be useful as a quick reference when you are in a wild creative moment. Any “real” instrument sound can be modernized in future models. However, most of the sounds are not great. Some of the synth sounds are indeed good. In spite of the large selection, I find the sound quality to be the biggest area to improve with this portable midi controller. The Mini Play comes with 128 built-in sounds. They really are the best for finger drumming of any sort! Akia Mini Play has 128 built-in sounds I love the quality and musicality of the drums pads. I’m happy to report that the Mini Play MK3 uses the MPC quality drums pads! There are a few good reasons for this, and one of them is the feel and response of the drum pads. Drum pads really grooveįor generations of musicians, creators, and producers, AKAI MPC drum machines and samplers have been a must-have creative tool. Comparing these drum pads to my current midi controller is like comparing apples to oranges. It was a ton of fun to play around with these. To my surprise, what happened next was 90 minutes of jamming with the MPC drum pads! They are simply amazing! The texture and response of the pads make you want to play and groove. ![]() First impressions: Unexpected fun!Īs I first sat down with the Mini Play MKIII, I thought it would be a quick session. In my home studio, it frees up valuable space compared to my 49-key midi controller.Ĭonnecting the unit via USB cable allows you to have full access to your DAW, and also a nice selection of included software from AKAI (more on this later). Combined with my laptop, it makes for a fantastic duo for making music on the go. ![]() It is very compact, and yet it feels big! AKAI does well to make the Mini Play MKIII comfortable to use for its size. ![]() I am inspired by how portable this midi controller is. There is a slight weight to the keys, which are velocity-sensitive so you can play expressively. The keyboard touch feel is different from previous models. It does not provide a strong representation of the sound potential of the MIDI controller itself. The speaker is convenient, however, it is really just for reference. The built-in speaker has also been improved in the MKIII. This is a super fun feature and is one of the main advantages of the Mini Play series. You can also find a nice shady spot in your nearest park, plug in your headphones, and start creating. The battery option makes it possible to be creative almost anywhere! You can hear or share your inspiring ideas with ease via the small built-in speaker on the front. The MKIII is dual-powered, either battery (4 AA) or USB from your computer. Carried forward from the MKII model are the MPC drum pads and large 128 onboard sound library. AKAI has engineered an extremely portable midi controller with a lot of features! This version has a re-worked layout, keyboard, and built-in speaker. The MPK Mini Play MKIII is an intriguing update to the Mini Play series. Mini Play MKIII controller has an improved design The Mini Play is similar in size to my 13.5″ laptop I’ll give you my impression of the hardware itself, as well as the sound quality of the Mini Play MKIII. A good midi controller that meets the needs of both bedroom music producers and travelling music producers is a rare find! Best Buy asked me to review the Mini Play MKIII, and I’m excited to offer my feedback for the Best Buy Blog. For this reason, there is a lot of interest in small midi controllers. Music producers of all experience levels are always searching for a balance of versatility and portability in their equipment. Hi Everybody! Today, I have the AKAI Professional MPK Mini Play MKIII for review.
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