On its face, the Akai Mini Play MK3 is not all that different from the aforementioned Arturia Minilab 3. Both MIDI controllers feature 25-key keyboards, pads, knobs for controlling sounds ...

A bunch of pads connected to a MIDI out port is as old an idea as the Akai MPC. creating a homebrew ... He used old laptop trackpads to control note on and note off commands when the each pad ...

A MIDI keyboard has become a crucial part of music in the modern age, allowing you to control a huge variety on instruments ... If you're new to MIDI keyboards, then have a look at the Akai MPK Mini ...