Picks for producer desks, late-night setups and festival days.
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Producer and DJ desk setups
Akai Professional MPK Mini IV
A 25-key USB-C MIDI controller with velocity-sensitive mini keys, 8 MPC pads and 360 degree knobs. Chord and scale modes help beat makers sketch melodies and drums.
Good for
Beat makers with limited desk space
Heads up
Mini keys are small, so playing long melodic lines can feel cramped.
Price range
$50 to $100 when we checked. The live price is on Amazon.