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product_id: 517919340
title: "MPD218 - MIDI pad controller/drum pad machine/beat maker with 16 pads, assignable controls, production software included & MPK Mini– 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller"
brand: "akai professional"
price: "€ 426.99"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
url: https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/517919340-mpd218-midi-pad-controller-drum-pad-machine-beat-maker-16
store_origin: CY
region: Cyprus
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# 25 velocity-sensitive keys 18 assignable controls 16 pressure-sensitive pads MPD218 - MIDI pad controller/drum pad machine/beat maker with 16 pads, assignable controls, production software included & MPK Mini– 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller

**Brand:** akai professional
**Price:** € 426.99
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate Your Sound: Where Beats Meet Innovation!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** MPD218 - MIDI pad controller/drum pad machine/beat maker with 16 pads, assignable controls, production software included & MPK Mini– 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller by akai professional
- **How much does it cost?** € 426.99 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- akai professional enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted akai professional brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Seamless Integration:** Control your DAW and virtual instruments effortlessly.
- • **Unleash Your Creativity:** Beat making on-the-go with portable design!
- • **Comprehensive Software Suite:** Includes Ableton Live Lite and more!
- • **Dynamic Performance Enhancements:** MPC note repeat for rhythmic perfection.
- • **Total Control at Your Fingertips:** 48 assignable pads for limitless expression.

## Overview

The AKAI Professional MPD218 and MPK Mini are essential MIDI controllers designed for music production enthusiasts. The MPD218 features 16 pressure-sensitive pads, 18 assignable controls, and comes with a comprehensive software package, while the MPK Mini offers 25 velocity-sensitive keys and innovative control features, making them perfect for creating beats and controlling virtual instruments.

## Description

MPD218 - MIDI pad controller/drum pad machine/beat maker with 16 pads, assignable controls, production software included & MPK Mini– 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller

## Features

- Product 1: Beat making anywhere - portable, feature-rich USB pad controller with 16 pressure-dynamic MPC pads for triggering drums, melodic samples, effects and layers; recording drum sequences
- Product 1: Easy-access controls for three pad banks offer a total of 48 assignable pads; MPC note repeat and full level controls for expressive performances
- Product 1: 18 fully assignable 360-degree potentiometers accessible via three banks to control DAW, virtual effect, and virtual instrument parameters
- Product 1: Comprehensive software package included - Ableton Live Lite, AKAI Pro MPC Beats, Drum Synth 500 by AIR Music Tech
- Product 2: Music Production and Beat Maker Essential – USB powered MIDI controller with 25 mini MIDI keyboard velocity-sensitive keys for studio production, virtual synthesiser control and beat production
- Product 2: Total Control of your Production - Innovative Four-way thumbstick for dynamic pitch and modulation control, plus a built-in arpeggiator with adjustable resolution, range and modes
- Product 2: The MPC Experience - Eight backlit velocity-sensitive MPC-style MIDI beat pads with Note Repeat and Full Level for programming drums, triggering samples and controlling virtual synth / DAW controls
- Product 2: Complete Command of your Virtual Instruments and FX - 8 360-degree knobs assign to all your music studio plugins for mixing, tweaking synth controls and more

## Product Details

- **Brand:** AKAI Professional
- **Number of keys:** 25
- **Connectivity technology:** USB
- **Special feature:** Backlit, Portable
- **Model name:** MPD218

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*Store origin: CY*
*Last updated: 2026-02-21*