The MAX25 from Akai Professional is a MIDI controller with both USB and 5-pin DIN MIDI inputs and outputs. It features 25 semi-weighted keys with aftertouch and four LED touch faders. It also has eight MPC pads for programming beats with MPC Note Repeat and MPC Swing functions. The MAX25 also features a step sequencer and expanded arpeggiators for programming different timed effects. It has four pad banks and four fader banks for a total of 64 assignable pads, faders, and buttons.
The MAX25 also features Control Voltage (CV) and Gate outputs, providing more control for external devices. Akai includes their AkaiConnect software, which automatically maps the MAX25 to VST plug-ins. The MAX25 also has Mackie Control and HUI modes for compatibility with most DAWs.