Akai MPK261 vs Kawai VPC1
| Akai MPK261 | Kawai VPC1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | MPK261 comes equipped with 61 semi-weighted, full-size keys and a premium piano-style keybed | RM3 Grand II action |
| Aftertouch | yes (channel aftertouch) | no |
| Sequencer | an arpeggiator, with adjustable resolution, range, and patterns; MPC Note Repeat | — |
| Bluetooth | — | No |
| USB audio | — | No |
| Pads / faders | 16 pads; velocity- and pressure-sensitive; 4 banks; 8 faders (3 banks); 8 360-degree encoders (3 banks); 8 switches (LED-backlit, 3 banks) | — |
| Weight | 6.84 kg | 29.5 kg |
| Released | 2014 | 2013 |
| Release month | 2 | — |
| Status | current | legacy |
| Keys | 61 | 88 |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Akai MPK261 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (6.84 kg vs 29.5 kg).
Full spec sheets: Akai MPK261 · Kawai VPC1. Rows with a highlighted background differ.