MPD26 vs MPD32 vs padKontrol

[DJ Van Draken]

The MPD26 is the new MPD24 with key note control. Aside from having foot control, I can't tell why the MPD32 is $100 more expensive than the MPD26/24. I've read mixed reviews about the padKontrol.

I'm looking for a pad controller to go alongside my Stanton SCS 3 system for cue juggling and sampling. I'm leaning towards the MPD26, but the lower price on the padKontrol is very tempting.

Could you all share your experiences on these with me?

[sj03w4t]

Wow I have the exact same dilemma. What's the difference between mpd24 and mpd26? Except for less faders and knobs?
Eagerly waiting the outcome of this thread.

[DJPhaidon]

...but the lower price on the padKontrol is very tempting.

Could you all share your experiences on these with me?

The padKontrol is exceptional (in addition to the sweet price) as a pad based controller... as long as you use Farmpad with it and spend the time to tailor it to your needs. It is not built as solid as the akai, and is plastic, but seems to hold it's own. Plus the x-y pad is handy in a lot of situations, but has no faders.

[Segfault]

I got the akai MPD18, and I'm pretty happy with it.

Also: midiFighter!

[DJ Van Draken]

Looks like the MPD26 removed two knobs and placed a "tap tempo", "swing", and "note repeat" button. So if you want to make drumrolls and such in a program that supports note repeats, this one will support it.

I've read complaints of the padKontrol accidently triggering multiple pads when you only press one pad. On the other hand, I've heard the MPD24 requires a harder button push.

[DJ Van Draken]

I found a used MPD24 for $95 and a used padKontrol for $120 (both in good condition).. so the MPD26 is pretty much out of the question for me. I'm really leaning towards the MPD24. Is there any reason I shouldn't purchase the MPD24?

[Ro-Tunder]

I'm currently using a nanoPad in conjunction with a nanoKontrol but have been having issues with the NP. I am looking at the same items to replace the NP. Right now I'm on the mailing list for when the MPD26 becomes available(mid march) so I will have a price then. The pricing is sometimes very different in Canada. Once I get that info I'll pull the trigger on either the MPD 18 or the 26. Will post my experiences once I have either.

With the SCS3 system, you have a lot of controls. Wouldn't the MPD 18 suit your needs for cue points and be a lot cheaper?

[cabdoctor]

I currently have an MPD16 and the pad response isn't great at all! I've been kicking around getting the PadKontrol or maybe a Maschine(a lot more money). Whats everyone's opinion of the PadKontrols response.

[bigbeatzz]

I have am akai mpd16 and also had a mpd 32. They are both built very well, the faders on the mpd32 was very close to a djm800 mixer's faders. I think akai builds great equipment...Maybe you can go to Guitar Center or Sam Ash and test it out.

[JelaniRobot]

So would no one recommend the Midi Fighter? I know it's just a 4x4, but the mappings for it are beast. But all that could be mapped to any other 4x4 in theory lol.