Akai MPK Mini Mk3 vs CME Xkey Xkey 37
| Akai MPK Mini Mk3 | CME Xkey Xkey 37 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | Velocity-sensitive ("Gen 2 enhanced dynamic keybed"); action type unspecified | full-size velocity-sensitive keys (unweighted), polyphonic aftertouch |
| Aftertouch | Not specified | polyphonic |
| Sequencer | Built-in arpeggiator | — |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| USB audio | No | No |
| Pads / faders | 8 (velocity- and pressure-sensitive, 2 banks) | — |
| Weight | 0.85 kg | 0.88 kg |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | — | 553 × 135 × 16 mm |
| Released | 2020 | — |
| Status | current | current |
| Keys | 25 | 37 |
| Knobs | 8 (360°) | — |
| Category | midi-controller | — |
| Pads Faders | — | pressure-sensitive pitch bend and modulation buttons, octave +/- and sustain buttons |
| Connectors | — | Micro USB; Xport connector with Xcable (5-pin DIN MIDI OUT, sustain and expression pedal inputs) |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Akai MPK Mini Mk3 if budget is the priority — it is about $180 cheaper (approx.).
- Choose the Akai MPK Mini Mk3 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (0.85 kg vs 0.88 kg).
Full spec sheets: Akai MPK Mini Mk3 · CME Xkey Xkey 37. Rows with a highlighted background differ.