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Akai’s new MPK Mini Plus II is a lot of MIDI controller for $169.

The Verge •
October 22, 2026 • 02:00 PM
• By Terrence O'Brien
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The keys were always the worst part of the MPK lineup, so the “upgraded keybed” is good news, even though it’s clearing a pretty low bar. But Akai’s pads remain the best in the biz, and the second-gen MPK Mini Plus adds polyphonic aftertouch. Plus, it’s got a full-color display and more hands-on controls than the original. [Media: https://youtu.be/EBDJioYCKr8]

Akai’s new MPK Mini Plus II is a lot of MIDI controller for $169.

The keys were always the worst part of the MPK lineup , so the “upgraded keybed” is good news, even though it’s clearing a pretty low bar. But Akai’s pads remain the best in the biz, and the second-gen MPK Mini Plus adds polyphonic aftertouch. Plus, it’s got a full-color display and more hands-on controls than the original .

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