Akai MPK Mini IV vs CME Xkey Xkey Air 37
| Akai MPK Mini IV | CME Xkey Xkey Air 37 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | 25 velocity-sensitive mini keys (3rd-generation Akai keybed) | full-size velocity-sensitive keys (unweighted), polyphonic aftertouch |
| Aftertouch | — | polyphonic |
| Speakers | None (line out only) | — |
| Bluetooth | No | Yes |
| USB audio | No | No |
| Pads / faders | 8 velocity-sensitive RGB-backlit MPC pads (4 banks) | — |
| Weight | — | 0.89 kg |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | — | 553 × 135 × 16 mm |
| Battery power | no (USB-C bus power) | — |
| Released | 2025 | 2015 |
| Release month | 10 | 6 |
| Status | current | current |
| Keys | 25 | 37 |
| Pads Faders | — | pressure-sensitive pitch bend and modulation buttons, octave +/- and sustain buttons |
| Power | — | rechargeable lithium battery |
| Connectors | — | MIDI over USB and Bluetooth (BLE) |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Akai MPK Mini IV if budget is the priority — it is about $300 cheaper (approx.).
- Choose the CME Xkey Xkey Air 37 if you want wireless MIDI/audio from a phone or tablet.
Full spec sheets: Akai MPK Mini IV · CME Xkey Xkey Air 37. Rows with a highlighted background differ.