Akai MPK261 vs M-Audio Keystation 61 MK3
| Akai MPK261 | M-Audio Keystation 61 MK3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | MPK261 comes equipped with 61 semi-weighted, full-size keys and a premium piano-style keybed | 61 full-size velocity-sensitive semi-weighted keys |
| Aftertouch | yes (channel aftertouch) | — |
| Sounds / presets | — | 0 |
| 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 | 4.1 kg |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | — | 995 × 189 × 68 mm |
| Released | 2014 | 2018 |
| Release month | 2 | 8 |
| USB to host | — | yes |
| Status | current | current |
| Keys | 61 | 61 |
| Pedals | — | 1/4" (6.3 mm) sustain pedal input |
| Power | — | via USB or DC 9 V, 500 mA center-positive (power supply sold separately) |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the M-Audio Keystation 61 MK3 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (6.84 kg vs 4.1 kg).
Full spec sheets: Akai MPK261 · M-Audio Keystation 61 MK3. Rows with a highlighted background differ.