AKAI Professional APC40MKII – USB-Powered Ableton Live Performance MIDI Controller with Clip Launch Matrix, Knobs & Faders, Plug & Play Setup for Mac / PC and Pro Software Suite Included

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  • Complete command of Ableton Live – Seamlessly integrates with Ableton Live (v9.1.3+) providing hands-on control of Ableton’s clip matrix, mixer parameters, virtual instruments / effects and more
  • Create, jam, produce – Trigger clips, loops and samples using a 5 x 8 clip-launch matrix with RGB feedback for clip status and colour coding
  • Essential control – Take command of DAW parameters, virtual instruments and effects with nine channel faders, eight control knobs, and eight device controls that seamlessly maps with Ableton Live
  • Assignable crossfader – Conveniently located assignable A/B crossfader for dynamic DJ-style mixing on the fly
  • Hassle-Free Setup – USB-powered plug-and-play connectivity for Mac and PC
  • Production software included – Ableton Live Lite with Puremagnetik Effect Racks, Hybrid 3 by AIR Music Tech, SONiVOX Twist, Prime Loops sample packs, Toolroom Records artist launch packs (downloads)

Product description

Style Name:APC 40

In 2009, Akai Professional collaborated with the creators of Ableton Live, a powerful music performance and production software environment, and introduced the original Ableton Performance Controller-APC40. The instrument raised the standards of controller design, revolutionised hardware and software integration, and proved to be an essential performance tool for Ableton Live users everywhere. Building upon this original partnership, Akai Professional now introduces reimagined Ableton Live controller-APC40 mkII. APC40 mkII incorporates five years of user feedback into its design. Almost every aspect of the original APC40 has been deliberated, reworked, and improved to provide extended controller functionality, countless musical capabilities, and a smarter workflow within Ableton Live. In addition to its sleek look, veteran APC40 users will immediately notice the enhancements that include an RGB clip-launching grid, reinforced fader design, revised knob layout, and much more.

SKU: B00J3YYSUW
Weight: 1.8 kg
Dimensions: 25.3 x 42.37 x 4.57 cm; 1.8 Kilograms
Model: APC40 mkII

From the manufacturer

The Power Of Clips

APC40 mkII features a 5×8 RGB clip-launching grid meticulously engineered for dexterous exploration: launch clips, samples and one-shots, and create / perform your song from the ground up using 40 responsive triggers. Radiant RGB lighting provides visual feedback and displays three clip statuses—loaded, playing and recording—so you can intelligently perform without looking at your computer. For a customised experience, colour code your clips with selectable RGB lighting for advanced visual organisation; for expanded control, use the Shift button and directional arrows to manipulate the scope of the 5×8 grid. With APC40 mkII, experiencing limitless creative potential has never been easier.

Total Control

Take command of your production and performance with APC40 mkII. With nine reinforced faders and eight channel control knobs, arranged in-line per channel, APC40 mkII provides a familiar, intuitive layout and a powerful workflow. Eight lit Device Control knobs make it easy to tweak virtual instruments, DAW controls and more, providing critical visual feedback of each parameter. In addition, the Sends button enables users to cycle through all eight send buses right from the APC40 mkII – plus the A/B crossfader has been reimagined for continual assignment without ever having to touch the mouse.

Seamless Integration

APC40 mkII comes pre-mapped to Live (version 9.1.3 or later) for instant performance and production right out of the box. When APC40 mkII is plugged into your computer, its hardware controls correspond 1-to-1 with Ableton Live’s interface—no additional configuring is required.

In addition, all of APC40 mkII’s controls can be re-assigned on the fly for customised setups that change with your performance or production style.

Plug and Play

APC40 mkII is also powered over USB and supports plug-and-play connectivity, for seamless integration from the studio to the stage.

Whether you are an electronic music artist and Live is your canvas, a DJ using Live for performance and real-time mixing, or a more traditional musician using Live on stage or in the studio, you will find the APC40 mkII to be the intuitive, powerful instrument that directly links your inspiration with Ableton Live.

Clip Launching

Total Control

Seamless Integration

Plug and Play

Premium Software To Spark Your Creativity Included

Ableton Live Lite

Hybrid 3.0

Ableton Live Lite

Ableton Live Lite delivers much of the functionality of Ableton Live that letting you spontaneously compose, record, remix, improvise and edit your musical ideas in a seamless audio/MIDI environment.

Puremagnetik Effect Racks

Puremagnetik Effect Racks provides a collection of over 200 sophisticated audio effects engineered for instant sound sculpting courtesy of an endless variety of channel strips, DJ & live sound effects, glitch racks, amp racks and much more.

Hybrid 3.0

Hybrid 3.0 is the next generation in synthesis. This high-definition virtual synthesiser comes packed with presets, combining the coveted warmth of analogue synths with a full range of futuristic digital manipulation capabilities.

Premium Software To Spark Your Creativity Included

SONiVOX Twist

SONiVOX Twist is a spectral morphing synthesis virtual instrument. Comprised of a dynamic interface, an advanced pattern generator, and onboard effects, Twist lets you create serious sounds using simple, intuitive controls.

Prime Loops Sample Packs

Also included are five premium Prime Loops sample packs featuring an eclectic mix of sounds from today's electronic music scene. Jumpstart your inspiration with these premium instrumental loops, drum kits, one-shots and more.

Tooltoom Artist Launch Packs

Toolroom Records artist launch packs bring you the coveted sounds of electronic music with a premium collection of sample packs, produced exclusively for Akai Professional from one of the world’s leading dance record labels.