{"id":15329,"date":"2021-03-16T16:59:33","date_gmt":"2021-03-16T20:59:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/splice.com\/blog\/?p=15329"},"modified":"2025-10-02T11:06:09","modified_gmt":"2025-10-02T15:06:09","slug":"3-most-important-midi-controllers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/splice.com\/blog\/3-most-important-midi-controllers\/","title":{"rendered":"The 4 most important MIDI controllers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

MIDI controllers are an indispensable part of many producers’ workflows.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While you can<\/em> get started with music production<\/a> without one, musicians across genres enjoy using them to brainstorm, perform, and capture their ideas. Because they output MIDI rather than (or in addition to) audio, you can retrospectively tweak or reimagine your melodies and grooves within the DAW \u2013 which is both convenient and incredibly powerful. Below, we highlight four particularly impactful MIDI controllers that have made their mark across bedroom and studio setups alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. AKAI Professional MPK Mini<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

AKAI’s MPK Mini is a versatile series of MIDI controllers that have established themselves as a staple in the world of music production. Their standout features include a four-way joystick, easy-to-use arpeggiator, and the built-in sounds and speaker (specifically available in the Mini Play model). The MPK Mini’s highly compact design, sleek red-and-black aesthetic, and budget price point ($100 – $150) all make these controllers a popular choice for both beginners and seasoned pros.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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