Akai MPK Mini Mk3 vs M-Audio Hammer 88 Pro
| Akai MPK Mini Mk3 | M-Audio Hammer 88 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | Velocity-sensitive ("Gen 2 enhanced dynamic keybed"); action type unspecified | 88 graded hammer-action keys (weighted) with channel aftertouch |
| Aftertouch | Not specified | yes (channel aftertouch) |
| 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 | 18.5 kg |
| Released | 2020 | 2021 |
| Release month | — | 3 |
| USB to host | — | yes |
| Status | current | current |
| Keys | 25 | 88 |
| Knobs | 8 (360°) | — |
| Category | midi-controller | — |
| Controls | — | OLED screen, 16 RGB velocity-sensitive pads, pitch/mod wheels, 3 footswitch pedal inputs, 1 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 18.5 kg).
Full spec sheets: Akai MPK Mini Mk3 · M-Audio Hammer 88 Pro. Rows with a highlighted background differ.