Akai Professional Compact Keyboard Controller (49-Key) with 4-Port USB 2.0 Hub + MIDI Cable Pack of Cable ties…

The Akai Professional MPK249 | 49-Key USB MIDI Keyboard & Drum Pad Controller is Engineered to be an all-in-one controller solution it 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. it features 49 semi-weighted keys with aftertouch, 8 assignable knobs, faders, and switches, 16 MPC-style pads with RGB feedback, and onboard 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, MPK249 is optimized to interface directly with your Mac or PC with USB power and plug-and-play connectivity.

Features:
Forty-nine semi-weighted, full-size keys with aftertouch
Sixteen RGB-illuminated MPC pads each with four banks
Twenty-four assignable Q-Link controllers include knobs, faders, and switches (eight of each)
Revamped control layout with backlit LCD screen
USB-MIDI with 5-pin MIDI input and output
Comprehensive transport and parameter controls for hands-on DAW integration
MPC Note Repeat, MPC Swing, and arpeggiator for advanced rhythmic and melodic manipulation
MPC Full Level, 16 Levels, Tap Tempo, and Time Division assist with dynamics and tempo
Pitch bend, modulation, and octave controls for expressive recording and performing
Assignable footswitch jack and one expression jack (pedals not included)
USB power and plug-and-play

In the Box:

Akai Professional 49- 49-Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller

USB Cable

Software Installation Card

Limited 1-Year Warranty

Kit Includes:

Akai Professional MPK249 49 Keyboard Controller

Pro MIDI Cable, 3 feet

4-Port USB 2.0 Hub

7-pack of Rip-Tie Mini Cable Wraps

Photo4Less Clean Cloth

PREMIUM, NATURAL RESPONSE: With MPK249, experience the ultimate in playing response from a controller equally suited to studio and live performance scenarios alike. It comes equipped with 49 semi-weighted, full-size keys, and a premium Akai Professional piano-style key bed for unprecedented response and natural feel. Dynamic, expressive response and faithful capture of every subtle nuance of your performance are assured, thanks to MPK249’s velocity-sensitive key bed with aftertouch.
GENUINE MPC FUNCTIONALITY: Unlock your creative potential and take your performance to the next level with MPK249’s arsenal of MPC controls. 16 conveniently located, velocity-sensitive MPC-style pads with RGB feedback provide the ideal platform for triggering one-shots, drum hits, loops, instrumental samples and more – expandable up to 64 pads via 4 banks.
TOTAL CONTROL: Experience total control of your DAW, virtual effects and virtual instruments with MPK249’s collection of in-demand controls, meticulously engineered for the modern producer and live performer. Combining full transport controls and 24 assignable Q-Link controllers – including 8 control knobs, faders, and switches (expandable to 24 of each via 3 banks) – MPK249 seamlessly maps to any assignable parameter for surgical creative control.
EXPRESS YOURSELF: MPK249 comes loaded with core functionality to capture your creativity and pave the way for immersive, expressive performances. Combining on-board pitch bend, modulation and octave control MPK225 provides critical expressive control in a portable road-tested footprint – plus, with the inclusion of 1 assignable footswitch jack & 1 expression jack, embellish your performances with natural, piano-style sustain or expand your control-source arsenal for creative exploration.
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