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

Product Features

• This Photo4Less Top Value Akai Bundle Includes: Akai Professional MPK249 | 49-Key USB MIDI Keyboard & Drum Pad Controller with LCD Screen (16 Pads / 8 Knobs / 8 Faders), VIP Software Download Included
• 5-pin DIN Pro MIDI Cable – A 4-Port USB 2.0 Hub that turns one USB 2.0 port into four.
• Includes a Pack of 7 Rip Tie 3.5 L Wrap Hook-&-Loop Cable Tie & Photo4Less Cleaning Cloth
• All-in-one controller with keyboard and trigger pads for performing live and composing in studio
• Includes VIP – the ground-breaking, award-winning music software platform that provides musicians and composers with a powerful hands-on control solution for their virtual instrument and virtual effect collection