Akai MPK49 MIDI Controller Keyboard, 49 Key

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Overall User Ratings

Overall:: 9.6 out of 10
Quality:: 10 out of 10
The Wow Factor:: 10 out of 10
Ease of Use:: 10 out of 10

Features:: 10 out of 10
Value:: 10 out of 10
Sound:: 10 out of 10
Manufacturer Support:: 10 out of 10

User Reviews for Akai MPK49 49-Key MIDI Controller Keyboard

Overall:: 10 out of 10
Features:: 10 out of 10
Quality:: 10 out of 10
Value:: 10 out of 10
The Wow Factor:: 10 out of 10
Sound:: 10 out of 10
Ease of Use:: 10 out of 10
Manufacturer Support:: 10 out of 10

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By a customer from mac.com

Submitted: 7/28/2008

Style of Music: Electronic, Alternative

Experience: Active Musician

"Truly amazing controller!"

This reviewer purchased this item from Same Day Music.

Sound:

This doesn't make sound as it is a controller only.

Feature:

It is not very often that I am compelled to write my thoughts about a piece of gear, but this is definitely the best controller I have ever owned. The pads feel great and are very expressive and the keys are stiff but solid. This is probably one of the best constructed keyboards I have and looks and feels like a professional piece of gear unlike the M-Audio gear. The note repeat and arpeggiator are an AKAI staple that really make this keyboard stand out!

Ease of Use:

It worked right out the the box with both Logic 8 and Live 7 with only minor tweaking to my presets. I literally plugged it in and started playing with my soft synths and samplers immediately with great control and ease.

Quality:

This is a solid controller! Built like a tank, but is heavier than most USB controllers. It's definitely worth the extra couple of pounds to carry on a gig.

Manufacturer Support:

Haven't had to deal with AKAI ever, so I have nothing to say.

Value:

I think this controller is priced right and is worth every penny.

The Wow Factor:

The look and feel are amazing and make you want to play it.

Overall:

I am very happy I bought this and it has already changed my Live set-up by making my portable rig into a high powered and compact unit.