HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON
Akai MPK Mini MK3 vs Arturia KeyStep 37
We compare the Akai MPK Mini MK3 and Arturia KeyStep 37 head-to-head on performance, features, value, and more. Here's which one wins.
Our Pick
Check Price on AmazonArturia KeyStep 37
Scored 9.3/10 in our testing
Best Overall
Akai MPK Mini MK3
25 keys with 8 pads and 8 knobs plus arpeggiator
Overall:9.1/10
Check price on Amazon Best Sequencer
Arturia KeyStep 37
37 slim keys with chord mode and polyphonic sequencer
Overall:9.3/10Winner
Check price on Amazon Score Breakdown
| Akai MPK Mini MK3 | Category | Arturia KeyStep 37 |
|---|---|---|
| 9.1/10 | Performance | ✓ 9.6/10 |
| 8.9/10 ✓ | Features | 8.2/10 |
| 9.5/10 ✓ | Ease of Use | 9.4/10 |
| 8.2/10 | Value | ✓ 8.5/10 |
| 9.1/10 | Overall | ✓ 9.3/10 |
Specs Comparison
| Akai MPK Mini MK3 | Spec | Arturia KeyStep 37 |
|---|---|---|
| See Amazon for full specs | Details | See Amazon for full specs |
Akai MPK Mini MK3
Pros
- + Integrates deeply with DAW
- + High-quality audio preamps
- + Compact portable design
Cons
- − Keys feel plasticky on budget models
Arturia KeyStep 37
Pros
- + Velocity-sensitive keys and pads
- + Low-latency performance response
- + Compact portable design
Cons
- − USB-only no battery option
Our Verdict
Based on our scoring, the Arturia KeyStep 37 comes out on top with an overall score of 9.3/10. 37 slim keys with chord mode and polyphonic sequencer.
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