Akai MPK Mini Mk3 vs M-Audio Axiom 61
| Akai MPK Mini Mk3 | M-Audio Axiom 61 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | Velocity-sensitive ("Gen 2 enhanced dynamic keybed"); action type unspecified | 61-key piano-style, semi-weighted-action keyboard with assignable aftertouch |
| Aftertouch | Not specified | yes |
| Sounds / presets | — | 0 |
| Sequencer | Built-in arpeggiator | — |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| USB audio | No | No |
| Pads / faders | 8 (velocity- and pressure-sensitive, 2 banks) | — |
| Weight | 0.85 kg | 3.15 kg |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | — | 965 × 295 × 89 mm |
| Released | 2020 | — |
| USB to host | — | yes |
| Discontinued | — | 1 |
| Status | current | legacy |
| Keys | 25 | 61 |
| Knobs | 8 (360°) | — |
| Category | midi-controller | — |
| Pedals | — | sustain pedal input, expression pedal input |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Akai MPK Mini Mk3 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (0.85 kg vs 3.15 kg).
Full spec sheets: Akai MPK Mini Mk3 · M-Audio Axiom 61. Rows with a highlighted background differ.