Akai MPK Mini Mk3 vs Nektar Impact GX Mini
| Akai MPK Mini Mk3 | Nektar Impact GX Mini | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | Velocity-sensitive ("Gen 2 enhanced dynamic keybed"); action type unspecified | 25 velocity-sensitive mini keys (3 velocity curves: standard, soft, hard) |
| Aftertouch | Not specified | — |
| 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 | 0.49 kg |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | — | 390 × 115 × 32 mm |
| Released | 2020 | 2021 |
| Release month | — | 8 |
| USB to host | — | yes |
| Status | current | current |
| Keys | 25 | 25 |
| Knobs | 8 (360°) | — |
| Category | midi-controller | — |
| Pedals | — | 1/8" jack for footswitch (adapter included) |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Nektar Impact GX Mini if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (0.85 kg vs 0.49 kg).
Full spec sheets: Akai MPK Mini Mk3 · Nektar Impact GX Mini. Rows with a highlighted background differ.