00:00These are my favorite features in the new Akai MPK Mini Mark IV MIDI controller.
00:05This device has tons of creative tools built in, like an arpeggiator, chord creator, scale snapping,
00:11eight signature Akai drum pads, eight customizable knobs, DAW controls, and more.
00:17I'm showing you all the setup steps, integrations, sounds, and creative possibilities you can unlock
00:23with this best-selling MIDI controller. It's super portable, affordable, compatible, stylish,
00:29and functional in any studio setup. Plus, it includes thousands of sounds, samples, and presets
00:34to get you started. So let's set up our controller. The easiest way to get started is by downloading
00:39the InMusic Software Center. This is where you can create an account, register your device,
00:44update the firmware, and access all the included software, which downloads and installs everything
00:49you need to get started in any DAW in just a few minutes. The Akai Studio Instrument Collection
00:54works as a plugin in every DAW or standalone app if you just want to explore some sounds.
00:59They have everything from your basic piano sounds,
01:08expressive string instruments, brass and ensembles,
01:21and for those who want help playing the keys, Akai added chord mode by pressing the shift button
01:26in the drum pad labeled chord. This lets you dial in your key and scale and trigger MIDI chords with a single note
01:32to easily explore minor, major, or any special scales you like.
01:47Plus, you can't press any wrong notes with the scale snapping option enabled.
01:50Using your MPK Mini in plugin mode makes the knobs and dials control every pre-mapped parameter in Studio Instrument Collection for hands-off the computer browsing and sound design.
02:07All the sounds are pre-categorized for easy browsing and searching.
02:20Bend and automate any sound by hand with the new and improved pitch and modulation wheels.
02:24Or play a slapping drum beat with the legendary Akai drum pads.
02:39Studio Instrument Collection includes literally thousands of presets and samples to inspire your
02:44production sessions in any genre.
02:53Whether you're chopping samples, playing one-shots, or a keyboard expert,
02:56the Akai MPK Mini has an excellent workflow for you.
02:58The Akai MPK Mini has an excellent workflow for you.
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