Akai MPK Mini IV + Ableton Live 12 Standard UPG Live Lite (DIGI) – MIDI Keyboard and Music Production Software Bundle Akai MPK Mini IV + Ableton Live 12 Standard UPG Live Lite (DIGI) is a versatile music production bundle designed for producers, composers, beatmakers and instrumentalists. It combines a compact MIDI keyboard controller with a digital upgrade license for Ableton Live 12 Standard. The Akai MPK Mini IV features 25 velocity-sensitive mini keys, eight MPC pads, assignable rotary controls, dedicated pitch and modulation wheels, and an advanced arpeggiator. The software provides an extensive environment for composition, MIDI programming, arrangement and mixing. The included Ableton upgrade is intended for users who already have a qualifying Ableton Live Lite license.

Product Features Akai MPK Mini IV MIDI controller with 25 velocity-sensitive mini keys. Updated third-generation keybed for a more expressive playing experience. Eight velocity- and pressure-sensitive RGB-backlit MPC pads. Eight assignable 360° rotary knobs for hands-on parameter control. Dedicated pitch bend and modulation wheels for expressive performances. Full-color display and push/turn navigation encoder. Expanded transport controls for compatible DAW software. Scale and Chord modes for creating melodies and harmonies. Advanced arpeggiator with Pattern, Freeze and Mutate functions. Pre-programmed DAW mappings for Ableton Live, Logic Pro, FL Studio and other applications. USB-C connection, full-size five-pin MIDI output and sustain pedal input. Studio Instrument Collection with over 1,000 sounds from AIR, Akai Pro and Moog. Digital upgrade from a qualifying Ableton Live Lite license to Ableton Live 12 Standard. Unlimited audio and MIDI tracks in Ableton Live 12 Standard.

Akai MPK Mini IV – Compact Control for Creative Music Production The Akai MPK Mini IV is designed as a flexible music production tool for studio sessions and mobile setups. Its compact dimensions make it easy to position on a desk or carry between production environments. Despite its small footprint, the controller provides a wide selection of hands-on controls that simplify working with virtual instruments and music production software. This allows musicians to perform many tasks directly from the keyboard without constantly reaching for a computer mouse.

The controller features 25 velocity-sensitive mini keys with an updated third-generation keybed. Designed for a more expressive playing experience, the keyboard is suitable for melodies, basslines, chords and synthesizer performances. Octave Up and Down buttons provide access to a ten-octave range, allowing musicians to explore different registers without requiring a full-size keyboard.

A major feature of the fourth-generation MPK Mini is the addition of dedicated mechanical pitch bend and modulation wheels. These controls provide direct, tactile access to pitch changes and modulation effects. They are particularly useful for synthesizer leads, bass sounds and expressive melodic performances, allowing musicians to introduce movement and variation while playing.

MPC Pads and Hands-On Sound Control Eight RGB-backlit MPC pads respond to both velocity and pressure, providing an expressive playing surface for drum programming, sample triggering and MIDI control. Two pad banks expand the available assignments and make it easy to switch between different performance configurations.

Eight assignable 360° rotary knobs offer direct control over parameters such as filters, envelopes, effect settings and other functions of compatible virtual instruments. The full-color display provides useful visual feedback, while the push/turn encoder simplifies navigation through menus and settings.

The expanded transport section enables users to control essential DAW functions directly from the keyboard. Pre-programmed mappings for Ableton Live, Logic Pro, FL Studio and other production environments support convenient integration. Two-way screen feedback helps users monitor selected parameters and settings while working with compatible software.

Scale Mode and Chord Mode – Develop Musical Ideas Faster Scale Mode allows users to lock the keyboard to a selected musical scale. Notes played on the keys are adjusted to fit the chosen scale, helping musicians experiment with melodies and tonal ideas. This feature is useful for beginners learning musical relationships and experienced producers exploring new melodic possibilities.

Chord Mode makes it possible to trigger complete chords by pressing individual keys. Musicians can quickly sketch harmonic progressions, create accompaniment parts and develop songwriting ideas. Together, Scale and Chord modes encourage experimentation and help transform simple musical sketches into more developed arrangements.

Advanced Arpeggiator with Freeze and Mutate The Akai MPK Mini IV arpeggiator offers seven playback modes, including a Chord mode. It provides creative tools for gen...