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product_id: 50176078
title: "AKAI Professional MPK261 - 61-Key Semi-Weighted USB MIDI Keyboard Controller Including Assignable MPC Controls including 16 Pads, Q-Links, Buttons and Plug and Play Connectivity"
brand: "akai professional"
price: "€ 11.12"
currency: EUR
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# 61 semi-weighted keys for pro feel 16 RGB MPC pads with 4 banks (64 pads total) 24 assignable Q-Link controllers (knobs, faders, switches) AKAI Professional MPK261 - 61-Key Semi-Weighted USB MIDI Keyboard Controller Including Assignable MPC Controls including 16 Pads, Q-Links, Buttons and Plug and Play Connectivity

**Brand:** akai professional
**Price:** € 11.12
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your studio game — where pro keys meet limitless creativity!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** AKAI Professional MPK261 - 61-Key Semi-Weighted USB MIDI Keyboard Controller Including Assignable MPC Controls including 16 Pads, Q-Links, Buttons and Plug and Play Connectivity by akai professional
- **How much does it cost?** € 11.12 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## 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 Playability:** Experience unmatched expression with 61 velocity-sensitive semi-weighted keys and a premium piano-style keybed designed for natural, dynamic performance.
- • **Ultimate Beat-Making Hub:** Trigger your creativity with 16 RGB-illuminated MPC pads featuring 4 banks, giving you 64 pads to craft complex rhythms and melodies effortlessly.
- • **Total Control, Zero Hassle:** Customize your workflow with 24 assignable Q-Link controllers—knobs, faders, and switches—perfectly mapped for seamless DAW and virtual instrument integration.
- • **Plug & Play Studio Powerhouse:** Connect instantly via USB or MIDI DIN ports and command your entire setup with onboard MPC controls like Note Repeat, Arpeggiator, and Tap Tempo.
- • **All-Inclusive Production Suite:** Jumpstart your music journey with included software—Ableton Live Lite, MPC Beats, Hybrid 3, and Xpand!2—empowering you to produce, mix, and master like a pro.

## Overview

The AKAI Professional MPK261 is a 61-key semi-weighted USB MIDI keyboard controller designed for serious music producers. Featuring 16 RGB MPC-style pads with four banks, 24 assignable Q-Link controllers, and comprehensive MPC controls, it offers versatile, plug-and-play connectivity via USB and MIDI DIN. Bundled with industry-standard software like Ableton Live Lite and MPC Beats, this durable, metal-built controller delivers premium piano-style key action and extensive control options, making it an essential centerpiece for professional and aspiring producers alike.

## Description

Engineered to be an all-in-one controller solution, the Akai Professional MPK261 is a performance pad and keyboard controller that combines deep software integration, enhanced workflow, and core technologies from the iconic line of MPC workstations. Each member of Akai Pro's MPK series comes fully loaded with a comprehensive interface for manipulating virtual instruments, effect plugins, DAWs, and more. MPK261 features 61 semi-weighted keys with aftertouch, 8 assignable knobs, faders, and switches, 16 MPC-style pads with RGB feedback, and on-board transport buttons. Three banks expand the number of knobs, faders, and switches (up to 24 each), and four pad banks expand the number of pads (up to 64 total). Plus, MPK261 is optimized to interface directly with your Mac or PC with USB power and plug-and-play connectivity

## Features

- Pro keyboard performance - 61 semi-weighted, velocity-sensitive full-size keys and a premium piano-style keybed for unprecedented response and natural feel
- Beat making essentials - 16 RGB-illuminated MPC-style pads each with four banks for 64 pads; the perfect solution for triggering samples, loops, one-shots, melodics and more
- Assignable control - 24 assignable Q-Link controllers comprising eight control knobs, faders and switches engineered for hassle-free DAW/virtual instrument mapping
- Your studio centrepiece - Take command of your peripheral MIDI equipment courtesy of an onboard USB-MIDI interface with five-pin MIDI input and output
- Core MPC tools - MPC mainstay controls included - MPC Note Repeat, arpeggiator, MPC Full Level, Tap Tempo and Time Division
- Comprehensive Production Software Package for Mac and PC included - Ableton Live Lite, Hybrid 3 by AIR Music Tech & Xpand!2
- The MPC production experience - Includes MPC Beats software complete with the finest features and essential production tools from the AKAI Professional MPC series

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00IJ7J06Q |
| Best Sellers Rank | 162,103 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 632 in MIDI Controller |
| Brand Name | Akai Professional |
| Colour | gray |
| Compatible Devices | Computers with USB ports and MIDI compatibility, Apple iPads with compatibility for the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Connector Type | USB, MIDI DIN |
| Control Method | App |
| Control Type | Keyboard Controller |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (445) |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00694318015575 |
| Hardware Interface | USB |
| Hardware Platform | PC/Mac |
| Human Interface Input | Keyboard |
| Included Components | VIP 3.0 software, MPC beats software, USB cable |
| Instrument | Keyboard |
| Instrument Key | Any |
| Item Type Name | Compact 61-Key Semi-Weighted USB MIDI Keyboard Controller Including Core Control From The MPC Workstations |
| Item Weight | 7.3 kg |
| Keyboard Description | 61-key semi-weighted keyboard with aftertouch |
| Manufacturer | inMusic Europe Limited |
| Manufacturer Part Number | AP-CON-021 |
| Material Type | Metal |
| Mixer Channel Quantity | 16 |
| Model Name | MPK 261 |
| Model Number | MPK261 |
| Model Year | 2014 |
| Noise Control | None |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Keys | 61 |
| Outer Material | Metal |
| Platform | Mac |
| Product Style | MPK261 |
| Product Warranty | 2 year manufacturer guarantee. |
| Size | Einheitsgröße |
| Special Features | USB MIDI Controller Keyboard with Pad RGB, Q-Link, MPC Note Repeat and MPC Full Level |
| Supported Software | Ableton Live |
| UPC | 139531386809 694318015575 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Akai Professional
- **Connectivity technology:** USB
- **Model name:** MPK 261
- **Number of keys:** 61
- **Special feature:** USB MIDI Controller Keyboard with Pad RGB, Q-Link, MPC Note Repeat and MPC Full Level

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is the mpk225 suitable for iMac and garage band?**
A: I use mine with Mac just fine and I use with Logic Pro which is basically garage band just higher end. It will work with an DAW as long as it has midi to control.

**Q: Should I be using an audio interface with this, only have the keyboard and my windows pc**
A: Hi, Akai Pro support here! The use of an audio interface is not required. MPK249 will connect directly to your PC and use your computers inbuilt soundcard/speakers to output audio. We'd love to assist further, please feel free to contact us - amzsupport@akaipro.com

**Q: Does this keyboard come with 'smart chord' & 'smart scale' features like some Novation and m-audio do?**
A: Hi, Akai Pro support here! Yes, the supplied software (MPC Beats) will allow you to assign smart chords & scales to the keybed and pads featured on our MPK249!

**Q: Can this control mpc one?**
A: Hi, Akai Pro support here! Yes, MPK225 is suitable for controlling MPC One! We supply you with a USB B > A cable for direct connectivity straight out of the box!

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*Last updated: 2026-10-11*