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title: "MPK Mini Play MK3 - MIDI Keyboard Controller with Built-in Speaker and Sounds Plus Dynamic Keybed, MPC Pads, Software Suite and Native Instruments Sound Package"
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price: "£140.00"
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# 25 velocity-sensitive keys Built-in speaker & 100+ sounds 8 velocity-sensitive MPC pads MPK Mini Play MK3 - MIDI Keyboard Controller with Built-in Speaker and Sounds Plus Dynamic Keybed, MPC Pads, Software Suite and Native Instruments Sound Package

**Brand:** akai professional
**Price:** £140.00
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Your pocket-sized studio powerhouse — create, perform, and control like a pro!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** MPK Mini Play MK3 - MIDI Keyboard Controller with Built-in Speaker and Sounds Plus Dynamic Keybed, MPC Pads, Software Suite and Native Instruments Sound Package by akai professional
- **How much does it cost?** £140.00 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/397029159-mpk-mini-play-mk3-midi-keyboard-controller-with-built-in)

## Best For

- akai professional enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted akai professional brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Pro-Level Control:** Dynamic Gen 2 keybed, 8 backlit MPC pads, and 4 assignable knobs deliver expressive, hands-on beat making and performance.
- • **Compact Powerhouse:** Take your studio anywhere with a portable, battery-powered design and built-in speaker for instant inspiration.
- • **Plug & Play Versatility:** USB-powered MIDI controller compatible with Mac & PC, perfect for studio setups or spontaneous jam sessions anywhere.
- • **Seamless NKS Integration:** Unlock exclusive Native Instruments Komplete 15 Select bundles and control premium sounds directly from your MPK Mini Play MK3.
- • **All-in-One Creativity Suite:** Includes MPC Beats software, AIR Music Tech instruments, Melodics lessons, and 2 months of Splice samples to fuel your music journey.

## Overview

The Akai Professional MPK Mini Play MK3 is a compact 25-key MIDI keyboard controller featuring a dynamic keybed, 8 velocity-sensitive MPC pads, and a built-in speaker with over 100 onboard sounds. Designed for beatmakers and musicians on the go, it offers seamless Native Instruments NKS integration with exclusive Komplete 15 Select bundles, plus a comprehensive software suite including MPC Beats, AIR Music Tech instruments, Melodics lessons, and 2 months of Splice sample access. USB-powered and compatible with Mac and PC, it delivers professional-grade music production and performance in a portable, lightweight design.

## Description

With 5 decades of experience, Akai Professional continues to empower music creators with the innovative technology needed to make inspiring music.
The Akai Professional MIDI Production Center (MPC) pattern-based devices revolutionized music creation around the world. Now alongside the next generation of standalone MPC, we lead the way with world-class hardware controllers, software DAWs, plugin instruments, and insert effects products.
Akai Professional and Native Instruments have teamed up to bring NKS integration to the iconic Akai MPK controllers. Experience the seamless connection between NI sounds and your MPK Mini MK3.
Try NKS for yourself. Browse and control Native Instruments presets and sound libraries; select your complimentary Komplete 15 bundle available in three curated editions: Beats, Band, or Electronic.
Get sampled guitars, keys, bass, drums, synths, and studio effects - perfect for songwriting sessions and jamming new ideas.
Made for beatmakers, this edition is packed with synths and sounds for genre-blending beats spanning pop, hip-hop, and R&B.
From techno and trance to classic house, discover powerful synths and sound design tools for electronic music producers.
Perform on the go with the battery powered MPK Mini Play MK3 to find your inspiration anywhere
Gen 2 Dynamic keybed with 25 velocity-sensitive mini keys and 8 real velocity sensitive MPC Pads
Use in standalone, or as MIDI controller to adjust expression, pitch up/down & modulation
128+ onboard instruments and drum kits to spark your creativity
Integrate into your home studio as a USB MIDI Controller for PC or Mac
USB-powered MIDI controller with 25 mini MIDI keyboard velocity-sensitive keys, 8 MPC Drum Pads, 8 Assignable Encoders for studio production, virtual synthesizer control, and beat production.
USB-powered MIDI controller with 25 mini MIDI keyboard velocity-sensitive keys, 8 MPC Drum Pads, 8 Assignable Encoders for studio production, virtual synthesizer control, and beat production.
USB-powered MIDI controller with 25 mini MIDI keyboard velocity-sensitive keys, 8 MPC Drum Pads, 8 Assignable Encoders for studio production, virtual synthesizer control, and beat production.
USB-powered MIDI controller with 25 mini MIDI keyboard velocity-sensitive keys, 8 MPC Drum Pads, 8 Assignable Encoders for studio production, virtual synthesizer control, and beat production.
A dynamic 37-Key MPK Mini keybed for 3 full octaves of melodic and harmonic performance. Easily connect to your DAW or studio equipment with the USB-powered MIDI Controller.
Hype is powered by 4 sound engines: FM, Wavetable, Virtual Analog and Sampled, combined they fill your studio with massive multi-dimensional sonic textures.
Electric is your total electric piano collection, producing realistic recreations of classic sounds by combining unique sampling and modelling techniques.
Essential Keyboards is a selection of 13 powerful instruments built into one powerful player supporting all popular plugin formats.
Powerful music-making and recording software DAW for Mac and PC, based on the iconic MPC hardware.
Melodics is an app that teaches you to play and perform with MIDI keyboards and pad controllers.
Reason+ is a creative bundle for music making that includes the Reason DAW and Reason Rack Plugin which can be used in any DAW (VST3/AU/AAX). With over 80 devices covering everything from creative synths, samplers, drum machines and audio effects, this subscription comes with 39,000 presets, 24GB of samples and new content (plugins and sounds) is added consistently. Register your product upon purchase to redeem this offer.
Unlock the ultimate sample library, now included with your purchase of any MPK or MPC. Register your product and redeem 60 days of access to Splice Creator plan.

## Features

- Compact yet powerful standalone mini keyboard with built-in speaker and USB MIDI Controller capabilities for beat makers, songwriters and musicians
- 25-Key Gen 2 MPK Mini dynamic keybed, OLED Display, 8 Velocity sensitive backlit MPC drum pads, arpeggiator and note repeat, plus 4 encoder knobs deliver a professional, versatile performance
- Native Kontrol Standard (NKS) Integration - Akai Professional and Native Instruments have partnered to bring NKS support to the MPK Controller series, get ready to Kontrol straight from your MPK
- Choose Your Exclusive Complimentary NKS Bundle - Browse and control Native Instruments presets and sound libraries; select one of three curated Komplete 15 Select bundles: Beats, Band, or Electronic
- Over 100 internal drum and instrument sounds including acoustic and electric pianos, synth leads, pads and more
- Take MPK Mini Play MK3 on the go and power up with batteries (not included), or connect to USB Mains Plug using the included USB Type B to A cable
- Includes MPC Beats and MPC expansion packs plus software instruments Hype, AIR Essential Keyboards and Electric from AIR Music Tech for limitless creativity
- Melodics educational software download included with 60 free lessons and plug and play support for instruction on MIDI keyboards, pad controllers and e-drums
- Get Two Months of Splice - Unlock the ultimate sample library, now included with your purchase of any MPK or MPC; Register your product and redeem 60 days of access to Splice Creator plan

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Asin | B09NQBDGT3 |
| Best Sellers Rank | 2,702 in Musical Instruments & DJ (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ) 16 in MIDI Controller |
| Brand Name | Akai Professional |
| Colour | Standard |
| Compatible Devices | [PC, Laptop] |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Connector Type | USB |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Control Type | knobs, joystick, note repeat, octave up/down, pitch bend & mod wheel, and dedicated octave up and down buttons |
| Country Of Origin | Philippines |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (2,211) 4.4 out of 5 stars |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00694318025550 |
| Hardware Interface | USB |
| Hardware Platform | x86-64 |
| Human Interface Input | Dial |
| Included Components | MPK Mini Play MK3, Safety & Warranty Manual, Software Download Card, USB Cable, User Manual |
| Instrument | Keyboard |
| Instrument Key | Any |
| Item Dimensions D X W X H | 17.7D x 31.7W x 5.8H centimetres |
| Item Type Name | AKAI Professional MPK Mini Play MK3 - MIDI Keyboard Controller with built-in Speaker and Sounds plus Dynamic Keybed, MPC Pads and Software suite |
| Item Weight | 0.9 Kilograms |
| Keyboard Description | 25-key musical keyboard controller with a dynamic keybed, built-in speakers, and additional MPC pads for beat making and performance |
| Manufacturer | inMusic Europe Limited |
| Manufacturer Part Number | MPK Mini Play MK3 |
| Material Type | Durable High-Grade Plastic |
| Mixer Channel Quantity | 1 |
| Model Name | MPKMINIPLAYMK3 |
| Model Number | MPKMINIPLAYMK3 |
| Model Year | 2022 |
| Noise Control | None |
| Number Of Keys | 25 |
| Outer Material | Plastic |
| Platform | Mac, Windows |
| Product Style | MPK Mini Play |
| Product Warranty | 12 months manufacturer. |
| Size | 25 Key |
| Special Features | Built-In Arpeggiator, Compact, Digital Display, Integrated Effect, Lightweight, Portable, Programmable, Touch Sensitive Pad, Velocity Sensitive Key |
| Supported Software | MPC Beats, MPC expansion packs plus software instruments Hype, Stage Piano and Electric from AIR Music Tech |
| Total Usb 2 0 Ports | 1 |
| Total Usb Ports | 1 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |
| Upc | 694318025550 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Akai Professional
- **Connectivity technology:** USB
- **Model name:** MPKMINIPLAYMK3
- **Number of keys:** 25

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Pattern Name** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does this come with vip 3 like other akai controllers?**
A: yes. VIP and AIR Hybrid and SONiVOX Wobble and REASON LITE .

**Q: Is it possible to connect this to an ipad for use with garageband?**
A: I use an adapter that goes from Lightning to USB & 3.5mm out, so I can plug in my controller and speakers/headphones.  The same adapter also has a lightning input for charging.  Works great with Garageband for iOS.  I now even connect a wireless bluetooth keyboard to use garageband for iOS keyboard shortcuts (just like on Mac).

**Q: We need to purchase a laptop for this which will also be used for homework. Does this have minimum spec requirements? We don’t have a huge budget**
A: Hi, Akai Pro support here! MPK Mini Play is designed for operation with any Windows or Mac OS laptop featuring 4GB RAM and a Dual-Core i5 2.5GHz CPU or higher.

**Q: I heard that the sounds are not great. are the build in drums equal or better than MPX8 and good enough for performance with a looper?**
A: The MPK Mini is a fabulous tool, I run mine through a Boss RC-202 Looper, connected to a fab sound system, your only limitations will be your own imagination. Have Fun.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I so love it!
*by  on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 19 February 2026*

I so love it! Construction is a bit industrial. It does not really have an on/off switch, have to toggle the USB/battery switch and pull the USB cable out. MPC beats and other free stuff is quite nice, insanely intriguing and difficult to configure but full of promise. I'm a total novice but chucked it in my laptop bag and went off to Spain for a week where I tinkered with it quite a bit, love the portability. The included Melodics training is just their usual free stuff with a 5 minute a day limit so quite frustrating, feel Akai could have made a bit of a better deal with them.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Mini synth
*by  on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 21 June 2026*

Perfect for beginning and carrying around.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great fun
*by  on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 25 January 2026*

I love this. Running it through an amp bumps the sound to way beyond the built-in speaker (obviously). There is plenty to discover. I'm not an expert so check out the reviews on YouTube. Lots of fun and I haven't checked out the midi side yet. Great value too.Enjoy!

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*Last updated: 2026-07-11*