Akai MPK49 (controller) or Akai AX-80 (synth) as first hardware purchase?

I have access to both an Akai MPK49 and AX-80 via Craigslist, each are $300. An Akai MPK49 seems like it may be more practical, since this will be my first hardware purchase and entrance into the realm of music production, but the thought of having an old-school synthesizer like the AX-80 for $300 is really, really appealing since it's probably not every day that you find them.

What would you recommend to a novice? I almost fee like I should buy a synth, just because of the principle of the matter and starting with old-school analog equipment and really feeling the roots. I see the AX-80 has midi and basic controls, so I could in-theory use it as a basic controller anyways, right?

Any input for a nub would be fantastic :)

If you still can`t chose between those midi keyboards, i suggest to buy AKAI mpk49. why ? cuz it`s modern and you can link/map it with another type of programms (Traktor etc.) Of course , old type synthesizer comes with real passion, but... it`s old and quite unpractical instead of new AKAI .

but thats only mine opinion :)

Thanks, man.. i totally forgot about this page, but I ended up buying myself an Akai MPK25. It has most of the exact same features as the 49, but quite a bit cheaper. I'm loving it. :)