The Akai Professional MPK Mini MKII is an ultra-portable 25-key USB MIDI keyboard controller built for travelling musicians and desktop producers. It packs the essential tools for making beats and melodies into a slim footprint that slips into a backpack, making it a favourite among producers and students in Kenya. Core controls include 25 velocity-sensitive synth-action mini keys, eight backlit velocity- and pressure-sensitive MPC-style pads, and eight assignable Q-Link knobs for mixing and plugin control. A four-way thumbstick delivers dynamic pitch and modulation, dedicated octave up and down buttons extend the melodic range, and a sustain pedal input adds expressive control. The onboard arpeggiator with adjustable resolution, range and modes helps you build intricate lines quickly, while four memory banks recall your hardware settings between setups. It is fully plug-and-play over a single USB connection, requiring no drivers or external power, and ships with a production software suite including Hybrid 3 by AIR Music Technology, SONiVOX Wobble and MPC Beats. Key Features: - 25 velocity-sensitive synth-action mini keys - 8 backlit velocity- and pressure-sensitive MPC-style pads - 8 assignable Q-Link knobs - 4-way thumbstick for pitch and modulation - Onboard arpeggiator with adjustable resolution, range and modes - Octave up/down buttons and sustain pedal input - Bus-powered plug-and-play USB-MIDI connection - Includes Hybrid 3, Wobble and MPC Beats software