The only thing that would be would be nice was if the controls were backlit. I don’t have big hands but find it fiddly to adjust two knobs that are next to each other at the same time.Ĭannot fault it. I don’t feel like I have great control over the faders which could be a problem if you assign volume or pitch controls to these. As for the padKONTROL I would seriously advise wrapping this in bubble wrap whilst transporting. The Trigger Finger is pretty good though and offers a great weight/durability ratio as long as you don’t lose one of the rubber faders. This thing is completely solid there’s no question it is the best quality of the three. There is nothing that screams “I am of poor build quality” but it just does not feel as substantial. Which is great for your back but makes it feel less than solid. However, compared to the other two the pads feel kind of squishy round the edges (I can’t think how this might impact a DJ performance so it is probably no cause for concern). The knobs and faders give excellent control. The case has a metal base which adds weight and strength to the whole unit. Of the three this my choice when it comes to built quality. Given the cost saving of this over the other two, I’m pleasantly surprised how rugged this feels. On top of that they are fairly wobbly and come off a little too easilly.
The nasty rubber faders let it down though, they are low profile and make it difficult to make very fine adjustments. The case is plastic but it seems solid and durable. I know Japan is a no crime zone but the rest of the world is not and I’d hate have my pad controller get lifted. I’m gonna give this to the Akai on the basis that the Korg does not have a security slot. If you discount the Korgs flashing lights (does this add value?) then it’s a toss up between the X-Y pad or the extra faders and knobs you get on the Akai. This is a tough call between the Akai and the Korg. Akai MPD 24įlashing pads, make patterns when you hit them Winner: Akai MPD24 Screw thread in base to attach to drum rack (or stick over a turntable).
Weight 0.96 kg ROUND ONE: FEATURES M-Audio Trigger Finger
#Akai mpd 24 driver plus
Whilst all these contenders have 16 drum pads the Korg ditches the knobs and faders and gives you the famous Korg X-Y control! Plus It’s yours for the same price as the Akai. In the flashing lightship hovering above the ring we have the featherweight Korg padKontrol. This thing is built like a tank, has a solid metal base, the knobs and faders are well spaced and feel really pro. In the red corner we have the heavyweight Akai MPD 24. It offers nearly the same features as the Akai MPD 24 but is around 26 EUR (40 USD) cheaper.
This is the cheapest of the three, and to be frank, it looks and feels it. In the blue corner we have the rather lightweight M-Audio Trigger Finger. Thanks to the help of online store I got my hands on all three and set each up in Traktor, Serato and Live to see which would be reigning champ in the sub 200 EUR midi pad controller class. They are all around a similar budget and each has their own appeal but on paper its a tough call. If you’re looking for a MIDI pad controller on a modest budget and can’t be troubled to build your own then no doubt you will have found these three M-Audio Trigger Finger, Korg padKontrol and the Akai MPD24.
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