Akai Professional · Updated June 2026
Akai Professional MPK249: price, specs & release date
Akai Professional MPK249, released 2014. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: akaipro.com verified STALE · 2026-06-19 ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
Is the Akai Professional MPK249 a good buy?
At $399, the Akai Professional MPK249 is the most expensive of the 12 MIDI keyboards we track, where the median is $149. On the spec sheet, its drum pads of 16 is the highest of the 12, its faders of 8 is above the median of the 12, and its release of 2014 is below the median of the 12.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $399 Lower-end current street price; mainstream retail $449-469 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Akai Professional |
| Released | 2014 |
| Keys | 49 |
| Key type | semi_weighted |
| Drum pads | 16 |
| Knobs | 8 |
| Faders | 8 |
| Aftertouch | Yes |
| Connection | usb_midi_din |
| Bundled software | Ableton Live Lite, AIR Hybrid 3, SONiVOX Twist 2.0, MPC Essentials |
Source: akaipro.com (read 2026-06-19) STALE · 2026-06-19 · corroborated by amazon.com (read 2026-06-19). Verified: 49 semi-weighted keys WITH aftertouch, 16 RGB MPC pads, 8 knobs, 8 faders, USB + 5-pin MIDI in/out. Amazon price tracking began June 2014 confirming release year. Pricing note refined: current retail spans ~$382 (Equipboard low) to $469 (mainstream); $399 retained as a representative lower street price.
Is the Akai Professional MPK249 worth it vs cheaper MIDI keyboards?
Akai Professional MPK249 against its closest cheaper and pricier MIDI keyboards on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 12 ranked
| Product | Price | Keys | Key type | Drum pads | Knobs | Faders |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akai Professional MPK249 this | $399 | 49 | semi_weighted | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Arturia KeyLab Essential 49 mk3 | $299 | 49 | synth | 8 | 9 | 9 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Akai Professional MPK249 cost?
The Akai Professional MPK249 has a US price of $399 (Lower-end current street price; mainstream retail $449-469), as of 2026-06-19.
How does the Akai Professional MPK249 compare on price?
At $399, the Akai Professional MPK249 is the most expensive of the 12 MIDI keyboards we track, where the median is $149.
When was the Akai Professional MPK249 released?
The Akai Professional MPK249 was released 2014.
What are the Akai Professional MPK249's key specs?
Akai Professional MPK249 (Akai Professional): keys 49, key type semi_weighted, drum pads 16, knobs 8, faders 8. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-19.
Price of record: $399 at akaipro.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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