Akai Professional MPK 261 – Performance Keyboard Controller

About the Akai Professional MPK 261 – Performance Keyboard Controller

Akai Professional MPK 261 – Performance Keyboard Controller

The Akai Professional MPK2 series of performance pad and keyboard controllers are an all-in-one controller solution for studio composers and live music performers. The MPK2 series combines deep software integration, enhanced workflow, and core technologies from the iconic line of MPC workstations with a keyboard for maximum flexibility without complication.

The MPK261 features 61 semi-weighted keys with aftertouch pressure sensitivity; 16 MPC-style pads with RGB feedback; 8 Q-Link knobs, faders, and switches; and onboard transport buttons. Four pad banks expand the number of assignable pads to 64 total, and three banks expand assignable knobs, faders, and switches to 24 each.

Plus, MPK261 is optimized to interface directly with your Mac or PC with USB power and plug-and-play connectivity.

Technical Specs

• Note Keys: (61) keys; semi-weighted, velocity-sensitive; 10-octave range with octave up/down buttons or transposition
• Pads: (16) pads; velocity- and pressure-sensitive; (4) banks
• Faders: (8) faders; (3) banks
• Knobs: (8) 360º encoders; (3) banks
• Switches: 8 switches; LED-backlit; (3) banks
• Inputs / Outputs
  
  • (1) USB port
  • (1) 1/4” (6.35mm) TRS expression pedal input
  • (2) 1/4” (6.35mm) TS sustain pedal or footswitch inputs
  • (1) 5-pin MIDI in
  • (1) 5-pin MIDI out
• Power: via computer USB bus or USB charger (sold separately) via power adapter (sold separately): 6V DC, 1A, center-positive
• Dimensions (width x depth x height): 35.63” x 12.25” x 3.38”
• Weight: 15.1 lbs

Box Contents

• MPK261
• USB Cable
• Quickstart Guide
• Safety & Warranty Manual

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Key Features & Specifications for the Akai Professional MPK 261 – Performance Keyboard Controller:

• 61 Semi-Weighted Keys with Aftertouch
• 16 RGB-illuminated MPC Pads with 4 banks
• 8 Faders, 8 Control Knobs, 8 Switches
• Pitch Bend, Modulation, Octave Controls
• iOS Compatibility
• USB MIDI/Power and MIDI I/O Jacks
• Sustain and Expression Pedal Input Jacks
• Downloadable Music Creation Software
• Mac OS X
• Windows