Akai MPK Mini Mk3 vs Arturia KeyLab 88 mk3
| Akai MPK Mini Mk3 | Arturia KeyLab 88 mk3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | velocity-sensitive (type механики не назван; маркетинг "Gen 2 enhanced dynamic keybed") | 88-note fully-weighted Fatar TP/110 keybed with aftertouch |
| Aftertouch | не заявлено | ("Discover a full-size Fatar TP/110 hammer-action keybed with aftertouch"); type channel/poly в официальном тексте unspecified |
| Sounds / presets | — | 2000 |
| Sequencer | Built-in arpeggiator | нет; только Multi-mode arpeggiator |
| Bluetooth | No | — |
| USB audio | No | — |
| Pads / faders | 8 (velocity- и pressure-sensitive, 2 банка) | 12 touch & pressure-sensitive pads; 9 x 50mm faders; 9 360° rotary encoders; 1 clickable encoder |
| Weight | 0.85 kg | 15.7 kg |
| Released | 2020 | — |
| Status | current | current |
| Keys | 25 | 88 |
| Knobs | 8 (360°) | — |
| Category | midi-controller | — |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Akai MPK Mini Mk3 if budget is the priority — it is about $1180 cheaper (approx.).
- Choose the Akai MPK Mini Mk3 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (0.85 kg vs 15.7 kg).
Full spec sheets: Akai MPK Mini Mk3 · Arturia KeyLab 88 mk3. Rows with a highlighted background differ.