Akai LPK25 Mk2 vs Arturia KeyLab 88 mk3
| Akai LPK25 Mk2 | Arturia KeyLab 88 mk3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | 25 velocity-sensitive mini keys, Gen 2 Dynamic keybed (2-octave, 10-octave range via octave controls) | 88-note fully-weighted Fatar TP/110 keybed with aftertouch |
| Aftertouch | — | Yes (Fatar TP/110 hammer-action keybed with aftertouch); channel/poly type unspecified |
| Sounds / presets | 0 | 2000 |
| Sequencer | — | No; multi-mode arpeggiator only |
| Bluetooth | No | — |
| USB audio | No | — |
| Pads / faders | — | 12 touch & pressure-sensitive pads; 9 x 50mm faders; 9 360° rotary encoders; 1 clickable encoder |
| Weight | 0.45 kg | 15.7 kg |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | 348 × 102 × 38 mm | — |
| Released | — | 2025 |
| Release month | — | 3 |
| USB to host | yes | — |
| Status | current | current |
| Keys | 25 | 88 |
| Arpeggiator | 1-4 octaves, 1/4 to 1/32-note time divisions incl. triplets | — |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Akai LPK25 Mk2 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (0.45 kg vs 15.7 kg).
- Choose the Arturia KeyLab 88 mk3 if you want more variety of built-in voices (0 vs 2000).
Full spec sheets: Akai LPK25 Mk2 · Arturia KeyLab 88 mk3. Rows with a highlighted background differ.