Akai Professional MPK 49 review: specs and price
Akai Professional MPK 49
Why is Akai Professional MPK 49 better than the average?
- Total keys?
49vs43.17 - Number of faders?
8vs3.57 - Drum pads?
12vs4.83 - Number of knobs?
8vs5.97 - Encoders?
1vs0.35 - Volume?
13348.31cm³vs14212.28cm³ - Thickness?
63mmvs73.85mm
Price comparison
Akai Professional MPK 49
| Product | Store | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akai Professional MPK249 | 49 Key Semi W...Akai Professional MPK249 | 49 Key Semi Weighted USB MIDI Keyboard Controller Including Core Control From The MPC Workstations | $340.91 | |||
| Akai Professional MPK Mini MKII | 25 Key...Akai Professional MPK Mini MKII | 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller With 8 Drum Pads and Pro Software Suite Included – Limited Edition White Finish | $199.00 | |||
| Akai Professional MPK225 | Compact 25-Ke...Akai Professional MPK225 | Compact 25-Key Semi-Weighted USB MIDI Keyboard Controller Including Core Control From The MPC Workstations | $211.95 | |||
| Akai Professional Advance 49 | 49-Key Vi...Akai Professional Advance 49 | 49-Key Virtual Instrument Production Controller with Full-Color LCD Screen & 10K Sounds Download | $1,185.28 | |||
| Akai Professional MPK261 | 61-Key Semi-W...Akai Professional MPK261 | 61-Key Semi-Weighted USB MIDI Keyboard Controller Including Core Control From The MPC Workstations | $499.00 | |||
| Akai Professional MPK Mini Play | Standa...Akai Professional MPK Mini Play | Standalone Mini Keyboard & USB Controller With Built In Speaker, MPC Style Pads, On board Effects, 128 Instrument & 10 Drum Sounds, & Software Suite Included | $139.00 | |||
| AKAI Professional MPK Mini MK3 - 25 Key ...AKAI Professional MPK Mini MK3 - 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller With 8 Backlit Drum Pads, 8 Knobs and Music Production Software included | $119.00 | |||
| AKAI Professional APC Key 25 | USB MIDI ...AKAI Professional APC Key 25 | USB MIDI Keyboard Controller featuring 25 Piano Style Keys, 40 Buttons and 8 Assignable Encoders, for Ableton Live | $129.00 | |||
| Akai Professional MAX25 | 25-Key USB MID...Akai Professional MAX25 | 25-Key USB MIDI Keyboard & Drum Pad Controller with CV/Gate Outputs (8 Pads / 4 LED Touch Faders) | $399.99 | |||
| AKAI Professional LPK25 | USB-Powered MI...AKAI Professional LPK25 | USB-Powered MIDI Keyboard with 25 Velocity-Sensitive Synth Action Keys for Laptops (Mac & PC), Editing Software Included | $60.72 | |||
Design
1.Has backlit LED buttons
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Buttons will light up when pressed, resulting in better visibility to users.
2.Has a display
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The device has an electronic display to present information to the user.
3.height
298mm
The height represents the vertical dimension of the product. We consider a smaller height better because it assures easy maneuverability.
4.width
711mm
The width represents the horizontal dimension of the product. We consider a smaller width better because it assures easy maneuverability.
5.volume
13348.31cm³
Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space enclosed by the product's chassis or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies.
6.weight
5.9kg
We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
Keys & Pads
1.Has semi-weighted keys
Akai Professional MPK 49
Similar to a weighted action keys, but with less resistance and a slightly springier release, semi-weighted keys are popular with many players. If you don’t need realistic piano response, but also don’t care for spring-loaded synth actions, a semi-weighted keyboard might be ideal for you.
The amount of keys the controller has on the keyboard.
3.has velocity-sensitive pads
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Velocity-sensitive drum pads allow you to modify the sound sample's pitch depending on how quickly you hit the pads. They provide a more natural audio experience, as the pitch depends on your movement, just like when playing the drums live.
The pads section is ideal to trigger loops and samples, using your finger drum skills.
5.Has pressure sensitive pads
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When pads respond to the amount of force applied after initial impact they are pressure-sensitive. The pads can be used to drum rhythmic elements of a song or to trigger samples, but can also be used to play notes.
6.Has an aftertouch keyboard
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Aftertouch keyboards are sensitive to the pressure applied to keys after the initial impact, and while the keys are being held down or sustained.
Ports
1.Has a MIDI-Out port
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The MIDI-Out port is used for transmitting data.
2.Has an input/connector for the sustain pedal
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When pressed, the sustain pedal allows all notes to sound and “vibrate” freely. All notes played will continue to sound until the pedal is released. This is perfect when you need a sturdy and responsive control over sustain.
3.Has an input/connector for the expression pedal
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Dedicated expression pedals let you have a hands-free control over your keyboard's volume, vibrato, and more.
4.Has a MIDI-In port
Akai Professional MPK 49
MIDI-In Port allows data to be received by a MIDI-compliant device. The “in” port enables the MIDI keyboard to be controlled by an external device or sequencer.
Features
1.MIDI device works and communicates via USB
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Devices can communicate in both directions with each other without any additional MIDI interface. The biggest advantage is that the USB connection can be used for everything; power supply, MIDI-in and MIDI-out. This means you need less cables.
2.The device is mappable
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Users can map, set and regulate the entire midi controller giving different functionalities to all different buttons, knobs and faders. The device could be also set up with different softwares.
3.Is compatible with Windows
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It is compatible with PCs and laptops running the Windows operating system.
4.Is compatible with Mac OS X
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It is compatible with Mac OS X devices such as MacBooks and iMacs.
Price comparison
Akai Professional MPK 49
| Product | Store | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akai Professional MPK249 | 49 Key Semi W...Akai Professional MPK249 | 49 Key Semi Weighted USB MIDI Keyboard Controller Including Core Control From The MPC Workstations | $340.91 | |||
| Akai Professional MPK Mini MKII | 25 Key...Akai Professional MPK Mini MKII | 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller With 8 Drum Pads and Pro Software Suite Included – Limited Edition White Finish | $199.00 | |||
| Akai Professional MPK225 | Compact 25-Ke...Akai Professional MPK225 | Compact 25-Key Semi-Weighted USB MIDI Keyboard Controller Including Core Control From The MPC Workstations | $211.95 | |||
| Akai Professional Advance 49 | 49-Key Vi...Akai Professional Advance 49 | 49-Key Virtual Instrument Production Controller with Full-Color LCD Screen & 10K Sounds Download | $1,185.28 | |||
| Akai Professional MPK261 | 61-Key Semi-W...Akai Professional MPK261 | 61-Key Semi-Weighted USB MIDI Keyboard Controller Including Core Control From The MPC Workstations | $499.00 | |||
| Akai Professional MPK Mini Play | Standa...Akai Professional MPK Mini Play | Standalone Mini Keyboard & USB Controller With Built In Speaker, MPC Style Pads, On board Effects, 128 Instrument & 10 Drum Sounds, & Software Suite Included | $139.00 | |||
| AKAI Professional MPK Mini MK3 - 25 Key ...AKAI Professional MPK Mini MK3 - 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller With 8 Backlit Drum Pads, 8 Knobs and Music Production Software included | $119.00 | |||
| AKAI Professional APC Key 25 | USB MIDI ...AKAI Professional APC Key 25 | USB MIDI Keyboard Controller featuring 25 Piano Style Keys, 40 Buttons and 8 Assignable Encoders, for Ableton Live | $129.00 | |||
| Akai Professional MAX25 | 25-Key USB MID...Akai Professional MAX25 | 25-Key USB MIDI Keyboard & Drum Pad Controller with CV/Gate Outputs (8 Pads / 4 LED Touch Faders) | $399.99 | |||
| AKAI Professional LPK25 | USB-Powered MI...AKAI Professional LPK25 | USB-Powered MIDI Keyboard with 25 Velocity-Sensitive Synth Action Keys for Laptops (Mac & PC), Editing Software Included | $60.72 | |||
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