Play Music Anywhere

Musical inspiration can happen anywhere and MPK mini Play mk3 is the perfect portable companion to capture those melodies and harmonies, anytime and anywhere. With battery-operated performance at 14+ hours, MPK mini Play users don’t have to worry about power adapters, chargers, or cables when it’s time to play music.

Perfect for Any Setup

The upgraded built-in speaker delivers increased output and added low-end response, making for more enjoyable playing and jamming. With an improved listening experience, users can dive into the 128+ onboard instruments and drum kits including acoustic and electric pianos, synth leads and pads, and more. MPK mini Play also houses a 1/8th” headphone output jack for quiet practicing or songwriting without disturbing others.

Professional Key Performance

At the heart of the MPK mini Play is the new Gen 2 keybed. This new keybed delivers dynamic performances and accurate velocity response with a feel that players will certainly appreciate. While it maintains its sleek, compact footprint, MPK mini Play is more playable and comfortable than ever and ready for hours of playing.

Real MPC Pads

The 8 pads have been upgraded to real, velocity-sensitive MPC drum pads, offering optimal feel and response for even the most percussive drum parts. These bankable backlit MPC pads deliver the perfect touch for precise drumming and melodic sample playback that even the most demanding performers will find unmatched.

Ready for MIDI

With Class Compliant, plug-and-play capability, MPK mini Play doubles as a powerful MIDI controller and instantly connects to your favorite DAW for immediate music production duties. 4 assignable rotary encoder knobs offer versatile control of MIDI parameters like pan or automation for super-precise editing.

The Ultimate Traveler

With its sturdy construction and build, MPK mini Play is ready to travel securely alongside any favorite music production items in backpacks or bags. With battery-operated performance at 14+ hours, MPK mini Play is ready to play wherever and whenever you are. The upgraded built-in speaker delivers increased output and added low-end response driving the 128+ onboard drum and keyboard sounds.

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Features

• Keys : 25 velocity-sensitive

Pads

• 8 pressure and velocity sensitive
• MPC-style Light-up Pads x 2 Banks

Knobs

• 4 assignable controller pots
• 1 x 360 Encoder for Display Navigation
• 1 Volume control

Computer Interface

• USB-MIDI communications to Mac/PC

Octaves

• 10 with Octave Up and Down

Arpeggiator

• Yes

Additional Controls

• Pitchbend/Mod Joystick
• Note Repeat Button
• Full Level Button
• Tap Tempo Button

Additional Inputs

• 1 ¼" (6.35mm) TS input for sustain pedal

Output

• 1 1/8" (3.5mm) headphone output
• Built-in speaker

Power

• USB bus powered
• 4 x AA alkaline batteries

Dimensions (width x depth x height)

• 12.5" x 7.0" x 2.3"
• 317 x 178 x 58 mm