Akai MPK225 vs Arturia KeyLab Essential 61
| Akai MPK225 | Arturia KeyLab Essential 61 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | 25 semi-weighted, full-size keys with a premium piano-style keybed (velocity-sensitive) | 49 & 61-note velocity-sensitive keyboard with hybrid synth-piano feel |
| Aftertouch | — | — |
| Sounds / presets | 0 | 2000 |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| USB audio | No | No |
| Pads / faders | — | 8 touch & pressure-sensitive pads; 9 x 30mm faders |
| Weight | 2.76 kg | 2.76 kg |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | 489 × 298 × 92 mm | — |
| Released | 2019 | 2019 |
| USB to host | yes | — |
| Status | current | current |
| Keys | 25 | 61 |
| Pedals | 1/4" sustain pedal input, 1/4" expression pedal input | — |
| Display | — | 2.5" LCD |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Arturia KeyLab Essential 61 if you want more variety of built-in voices (0 vs 2000).
Full spec sheets: Akai MPK225 · Arturia KeyLab Essential 61. Rows with a highlighted background differ.