The Best Velocity-sensitive Midi Controllers of 2023

Sample Playback - Load and playback virtually any mono or stereo sample via standard SD or SDHC card

Finger Drumming Essentials - Eight backlit velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads, ideal for triggering drum sounds, melodies, basslines and more.

Control Anything - Control everything from music software on your laptop to outboard MIDI gear using MPX8's onboard USB MIDI plus standard MIDI inputs and outputs

Tweak Your Sound - Edit your samples and make them your own using MPX8's sample kit editor (PC & MAC) featuring tuning and reverb controls; save sample sets for instant easy recall

Connectivity Covered - (2) Balanced 1/4-inch outputs (6.35mm) and 1/8-inch headphone output (3.5mm) connects MPX8 to virtually all studio and live equipment

Pro Sounds Included - Includes a FREE professional Loop Library download from Akai Pro, plus a large library of standard samples built in.

13-inch, slim-line ultra-portable pad controller with 8 backlit velocity-sensitive drum pads for triggering samples, loops, controlling virtual instruments and more

8 MPC Q-Link knobs for seamless mapping to DAW parameters, virtual instruments and effect parameters for hands-on control and expressive performances

4 programmable memory banks provide instant recall of mappings for DAWs, virtual instruments, effects and more

Lightweight, ultra-portable design stows easily in a laptop bag for production capability everywhere

USB-powered and plug-and-play setup for Mac and PC

Works with all popular applications including GarageBand, Logic, Sonar, Cubase, Ableton Live, ProTools, Reason, Fruity Loops, Digital Performer, and more

All the features and expressive control you need to start making music with your computer, and at a price that delivers amazing value for money

61 full-size velocity-sensitive keys with a choice of velocity curves to adjust the keyboard response to your playing style

Compatible with any DAW or MIDI music softwares

Take extra control of your music software with Nektar DAW Integration - change tracks or change instrument sounds and of course hit record, play or rewind without reaching for your computers' mouse

Includes Bitwig 8-Track, 10' MIDI Cable and Medium Keyboard Cover

Music Production and Beat Maker Essential – USB powered MIDI controller with 32 mini MIDI keyboard velocity-sensitive keys for studio production, virtual synthesizer control and beat production

Complete Control - Octave / Transpose buttons for access of the full piano range; Pitch bend and modulation buttons; Assignable volume knob for tactile control of any DAW or Synth parameter

Universal Compatibility - Complete compatibility with any music production app that accepts a MIDI controller including Ableton Live, ProTools, Cubase, Logic, MPC Beats and more

Make Music Anywhere - Works with iOS devices for use with apps including Garageband, via the Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter (sold separately)

Professional Software Suite Included - ProTools | First Alesis Edition, Akai Professional MPC Beats, four virtual instruments from AIR Music Tech and 60 free MIDI controller lessons from Melodics

Compact, ultra portable performance keyboard controller with 25 full size, synth action velocity sensitive keys and on board pitch bend and modulation wheels for expressive performances

8 velocity sensitive trigger pads for beat production and clip launching, and 8 assignable knobs for manipulating virtual instruments, DAW parameters and plugins on board LCD screen provides instant parameter feedback

Dedicated octave up and down buttons increase the keyboard to the full melodic range and transport buttons let you control your DAW without reaching for the mouse

Innovative DirectLink automatically maps controls to popular DAWs including Ableton Live, Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase and more

Class compliant, plug and play functionality and USB powered specification for simple user friendly setup

Comprehensive production software package for Mac and PC worth over dollar 100 included; Ableton Live Lite, SONiVOX Twist and AIR Music Tech Xpand

13-inch, slim-line laptop performance keyboard with 25 velocity-sensitive mini-keyboard keys for playing melodies, bass lines, chords and more

Dedicated octave up and down buttons to increase the keyboard to the full melodic range plus a sustain button for expressive performances

On-board arpeggiator steps through chords automatically and generates inspiring melodic ideas quickly

4 programmable memory banks for instant recall of mappings for DAWs, virtual instruments, effects and more

USB-powered and plug-and-play setup for Mac and PC

Works with all popular applications including GarageBand, Logic, Sonar, Cubase, Ableton Live, ProTools, Reason, Fruity Loops, Digital Performer, and more

USB powered MIDI Controller - 8 banks of 16 RGB MPC Velocity & Pressure sensitive pads with Aftertouch ensure maximum expression to capture every detail of your performance

Ribbon Touch Strip – Assign and control parameters like effects and note repeat within MPC Software for real time, tactile performances – an ideal complement to your home studio

Control Your Beats & Engage in Visual Feedback – Tangible controls for hands on experience; transport controls, LCD Color Display, Chords & Scale modes for creating your own signature sounds

Full Production Suite - MPC2 Software License Included - Redeem via product registration and download; 8 powerful instrument plugins, Studio Mixing & Mastering FX; Vocal Tuning, Harmoniser & Doubler

Educational features, MPC Academy, preset sounds, audio tracks, sound packs with demos and templates so every beginner can start producing on the spot

Total Control Wherever You Go - USB MIDI keyboard controller with 25 velocity-sensitive keys and octave up / down buttons to access the full melodic range – perfect virtual synthesizer control

Express Yourself - Innovative 4-way thumbstick for dynamic pitch and modulation MIDI control, plus a built-in arpeggiator with adjustable resolution, range and modes

Plug & Play – No drivers required, USB powered and ultra-portable design lets you create anywhere

Beat Maker Essentials - 8 backlit velocity-sensitive MPC drum pads with note repeat & full level for programming drums, triggering samples and controlling virtual instrument / DAW controls

Take Command of Your DAW - 8 fully-assignable Q-Link knobs for mixing, tweaking plug-ins and more

The MPC Production Experience - Includes MPC Beats Software compete with the finest features and essential production tools from the AKAI Professional MPC Series

1400 Sounds and Everything You Need For Pro Production - Production software package for Mac and PC included: AKAI Pro MPC Beats, SONiVOX Wobble, and Hybrid 3 by AIR Music Tech (downloads)

Compact USB powered design lets you create anywhere

25 expressive velocity sensitive, Synth action mini keys

4 backlit velocity sensitive drum pads; 4 backlit assignable knobs

Dedicated octave, pitch bend, modulation, and sustain buttons

Includes xpand 2 virtual instrument software by air music tech

Made To Move - Sequence MIDI over Bluetooth to iOS and Mac OS X (Bluetooth LE4); MIDI over USB to Mac OS X and Windows; USB- or battery-powered (3 AA, not included)

Universal Compatibility - Works with virtually all audio software – perfect for controlling soft-synths and sequencing MIDI Data

Capture Every Detail - 25 velocity-sensitive mini-keyboard keys capture every subtlety and nuance of your performance

Feature Packed - Arpeggiator, sustain pedal input, octave up and down and tap tempo controls for instant generation of melodic ideas on the fly

Effortless Setup - Plug-and-play USB connection for Mac and PC requires no driver installation

Customized Experience - Four programmable memory banks for instant recall of personal control preferences