MIDI Pad Controller Akai APC64

Akai APC64 - NEXT GENERATION ABLETON LIVE CONTROLLER.

APC64 is a powerful next generation Ableton Live controller that delivers new levels of control and performance. With 64 RGB-backlit force-sensing pads and eight assignable touch strips, this is a revolutionary launchpad design. APC64 is predicted to be the future of consoles with Ableton Live software.

Get great control with Ableton Live

APC64 enables deep control with Ableton Live for music creation and live performance. The 8×8 matrix features 64 precision RGB rubber pads for drumming in dimly lit studios or under spotlights. Add emotion to your performance with 8 freely assignable effects Touch Strip controllers.

Professional, beautiful, quality and parameters at your fingertips; Adjust volume or send effects to control your mix without missing a beat, and stay in the loop with APC's color display that shows information about what you're controlling and your volume level.

Strong production and performance features

APC64 is a powerful music composition tool. Write melodies and create unique chords using Note mode or transform Chords with the 8×8 pad set into an expressive musical palette. When you need help finding inspiration, experiment with the Pro or Creative features to take your music in unexpected directions, then instantly record the results with 8 internal music recording buttons, 32 step sequencer.

Navigate Ableton Live with ease

Get the best of Ableton Live with hardware workflows designed for seamless DAW control. In addition to channel launch buttons, the APC64 also features transport controls with dedicated Play, Stop and Record buttons. Track motion, customize volume, send or stream your audio with the control dials.

Use Ableton Live's functions using secondary controls with backlit mode buttons to help you save time but more importantly, stay inspired and productive. Dive deeper into Live's instruments with hands-on control of instruments, effects, and processors.

Independent and externally controlled

Creative moments can often be found away from your computer; The APC64 is ready to control your MIDI/CV hardware for standalone, DAW-free functionality. Power the APC64 via USB and connect your favorite synthesizers, Eurorack modules, keyboards, drum machines, etc.

The APC 64 has 8 CV/gate outputs as well as 1 MIDI out of 2 MIDI outs (via TRS mini jack). The independent connector allows up to 8 tracks with 32 steps and 16 note polyphony per track; with the ability to continuously control through 8 touch strips. Customize your own layouts with the included APC Project Editor Software to personalize and store presets for quick reuse later.

Plug-in tools and effects

The APC 64 comes with a collection of Air instruments and Sonivox VST/AU plug-ins; includes classic keyboards and synthesizers, as well as reverb, vocal processing and classic effects to add to your DAW's standard plug-ins.

This includes Air Instruments Tubesynth, Electric, Ether, Vocal Tuner; Half speed and more; Sonivox basic keyboard collection.

The APC64 is also included with – 1GB of loops and drum samples from CR2 Records' Sampletools.

Included with Ableton Live Lite

Ableton Live is the leading DAW for composing, live looping, and performance. Based on two working modes: Session View and Arrangement View, Live enables more intentional improvisation and arrangement wrapped in a workflow that seamlessly combines the two modes together.

Ableton Live has a wide variety of instruments for every style and genre, expandable with countless packs, instruments and sounds. DrumRack is a powerful tool for your samples. Navigate DrumRack seamlessly with control over each pad, quadrant, etc. Sample and edit your own sounds with ease to create your own custom kits.

Main function

- Control with Ableton Live

64 highly sensitive click pads with poly aftertouch to launch clips, play notes, create beats and sequence patterns.

8 fully assignable touch strips allow for manual control of instruments, effects and mixes.

The color display provides real-time visual feedback.

- Powerful production and performance features

Play notes, chords, trigger drum kits, and control live view

Step sequence mode for creating melodies and drum patterns live

Clip send integration for transferring MIDI to Ableton Clip Matrix

Auto, velocity and transform functions allow testing of creative ideas.

Apply beat motion to each of your tracks, along with duration and time split settings.

- Navigate Ableton Live easily

Backlit mode buttons provide quick access to Live functions.

Control transmission with dedicated Play, Stop, and Record buttons.

The full color display instantly provides important information.

- Independent sequencer and external hardware control

Unplug the computer and plug in the keyboard and drum machine to the 3x 1/8” MIDI ports

Control your modular rig with 8 separate CV/gate outputs

Program step sequences or trigger events with pads and send control data continuously with Touch Strips.

The APC64 comes with a software application for editing parameters and saving presets in standalone mode, including a custom mode where RGB colors can be freely assigned.

- Included with Ableton Live Lite is a collection of plugins

Includes Ableton Live Lite that works seamlessly with APC64 out of the box

Live Lite includes sounds, instruments, and the ability to arrange, record, and arrange

Plug-in suite from Air Instruments and Sonivox: includes classic keyboards, synthesizers, reverbs, vocal processors and vintage effects

Includes an additional 1GB of Loops and drum samples from CR2 Records' Sampletools

- APC64 is pre-mapped in Ableton 11.x* and above.

Specifications

- Full color LCD graphic display

- Connect

USB-C® • 8 1/8” (3.5 mm) CV/Ports

2 1/8” (3.5 mm) MIDI outputs

1 1/8” (3.5 mm) MIDI Input Dimensions (width x depth x height)

10.7” x 14.6” x 1.4”

272 x 371 x 34.5 mm

- Weight: 3.5 lb/1.6 kg

- Software: Ableton Live control requires Live 11 or higher

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