Live 7 with the latest automatic update has full support for the apc40 and all versions of live 8 are apc40 ready. Low vip pricing, financing and free shipping available. Buy the akai apc mini ableton performance controller at planetdj. Owners of standalone editions of ableton live 7 or 8 can also work seamlessly with the apc40. Akai apc mini usb compact ableton live controller reverb. Apc mini is the most portable all in one ableton controller solution with akai pro build quality. Akai apc key 25 ableton live controller with keyboard see more like this. May 06, 2016 apc mini is the most portable allinone ableton controller solution with akai pro build quality. Akai apc40 mkii ableton live performance controller groove. Akai apc mini ableton live controller zzounds reverb. The instrument raised the standards of controller design. Before doing any of the following, set up apc mini as a controller in ableton live. This guide will provide you with an easy to follow introduction to setting up an akai mpk mini with ableton live. Akai professional worked with ableton to create the apc20, the second control surface created by akai for performance with ableton live software.
Faders are solid and precise for pinpoint performance. Get a low price and free shipping on thousands of items. But it was at least a month after the akai apc40 mkii landed with us that we noticed the similarity to the mpd controllers, it was as if akai had a load of cases left over and decided to squeeze the internals of the apc40 into an mpd case. Akai professional apc mini ableton live controller musician. Designed for the performing musician or the conventional composer, apc key 25 is the first ableton live controller from akai. Akai professional apc40 mkii usb midi ableton live lite. Engineered specifically for the mobile musician and the desktop producer, apc mini concentrates the essential features of the apc40 mkii, akai pros flagship ableton controller, into a. Sep 26, 2014 dexterous, versatile, and powerful, the only thing mini about this ableton controller is the size. Akai professional apc mini ableton live controller reverb. Akai apc mini ableton performance controller planet dj.
The launchpad range integrates with live for handson djing, live performance or. That basically sums it up, and its the closest thing on the market to that concept. The apc mini feels like akai s effort to create a launchpad with faders. That might seem reasonable, but honestly bomes mt is way more powerful than any one controller i have. Akai professional apc40 mkii demo, features, and operation in ableton live duration. Like the apc40, adding the apc20 transforms the users experience from one of constructing tracks with a keyboard and mouse to composing and performing with a fully integrated hardwaresoftware musical system. Uniting the power of a cliplaunching panel with a keyboard interface, apc key 25 couples realtime control. Engineered specifically for the mobile musician and the desktop producer, apc mini concentrates the essential features of the apc40 mkii, akai professionals flagship ableton controller, into a compact design that fits in your backpack. The akai apc mini is a compact pad midi controller designed for ableton live. Make sure to connect the mpk mini to a usb port before opening ableton live.
Akai apc mini frequently asked questions akai professional. Being new to the ableton software and a lack of detailed instruction does make the learning curve for this product a lot steeper. Building upon this original partnership, akai professional now introduces an allnew, remained ableton live controllerapc40 mkii. Akai mpk as apc alternative and abelton controller. In 2009, akai professional collaborated with ableton on the first dedicated ableton controller, the apc40. Basic operation refer to this section to learn how to do basic tasks in ableton live using apc mini.
Apc mini is the most portable allinone ableton controller solution with akai pro build quality. Akai professional apc mini performance controller for. Apc key 25 also offers a smaller footprint than its apc counterparts, enabling musicians to use apc key 25 alongside effects controllers and other apcs. Akai apc mini ableton live usb controller prosound and. The akai apc mini offers 1 to 1 software and hardware integration, features an expanded 8x8 multicolor cliplaunching grid thats built for handson exploration. I used to have this controller before i changed it for an apc mini, which i thought had the same functionality, wrong, the mini doesnt get recognized immediately by live as a complement of the mpk 2 as the apc20 used to work along with the apc 40, i miss this one to complement the bigger version, i rated it 4 star just because the leds have all the same color, i still get confused if it.
Apc40 mkii features a 5x8 rgb cliplaunching grid, so you can launch clips using 40 responsive. This unique software demands an equally unique control instrument. Akai professional apc20 compact professional ableton controller. Batteryoperatedwireless bluetooth midi pad controller. The first eight faders will control the levels of send a for the first eight tracks in ableton live. Ive got akai apc mini as a xmass present and i am looking for some help. Engineered specifically for the mobile musician and the desktop producer, apc mini concentrates the essential features of the apc40 mkii, akai pros flagship ableton controller, into a compact design that fits in your backpack. Direct design because akai professional and ableton designed the apc40 specifically for ableton live, you dont need to map its controls to talk to the software. Performance controllers dj production midi keyboard akai. The akai apc mini is the most portable allinone ableton controller solution ideal for the mobile musician and desktop producer, apc mini takes the essential features of the apc40 mkii in a compact design that fits in your backpack.
The instrument raised the standards of controller design, revolutionised hardware and software integration, and proved to be an essential tool for ableton live users everywhere. The main difference between this and the other apc controllers in the past is this one has 25 keys on it as well. 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. 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 controllerapc40.
Akai apc mini compact ableton live controller sounds easy. Now akai has built on this original partnership to introduce a reimagined live performance controller. Production content included apc key 25 comes packed with a version of ableton live, two highdefinition virtual synthesizers, and professional samples and loops for immediate outofthebox. Akai professional apc mini ableton live controller music123. Oct 27, 2014 this is one of 3 new apc controllers from akai. Their most recent device, the apc40 mkii, provides extended controller functionality, countless musical capabilities and a smarter workflow. Click an available output dropdown menu and select apc mini. I did some customizations in the ableton live 9 midi remote script for the akai apc mini. The same engineering team responsible for akai s classic mpc series has developed the apc range. Akai professional apc mini compact ableton live controller.
Apc mini compact ableton live controller add to compare. Apc mini is the most portable allinone ableton controller solution with akai professional build quality. Akai apc mini, portabler allinone ableton controller fur ableton live, nahtlose integration in ableton live fur optimale nutzung wird ableton 9. Akai professional apc mini compact midi controller for. Akai apc mini controller for ableton live the disc dj store. The akai apc mini is the most portable allinone ableton controller solution with akai pro build quality.
Now, after incorporating five years of user feedback into their development, akai professional builds upon this original partnership by introducing three new apcsapc40 mkii, apc key 25, and apc mini. Engineered for the mobile musician or producer, apc mini concentrates the essential features of the apc40 mkii into a spacesaving design. Akai professional apc20 compact ableton controller for. Jan 02, 2015 gaz williams takes a look at the new ableton live controller which comes with a software bundle that actually is more expensive to buy than the apc.
This usbpowered ableton live controller serves up 64 cliplaunch controls arranged into an 8 x 8 matrix thats perfect for live performance or remixing. Firstly, ive downloaded the ableton live 9, the controller was being register and plugged in to the pc. The only thing that is missing is a more detailed user manual. My work is based on phs fork of the ableton live 9 midi remote scripts, he did some customizations and code cleanup in the apc mini script. Portable allinone ableton controller for ableton live for optimal use ableton 9.
Creative control the apc20 comes with ableton live akai professional apc edition software, which is fully functional for performance and production. Dexterous, versatile, and powerful, the only thing mini about this ableton controller is the size. With full ableton compatibility, eight assignable faders with one master, and usbpowered plug and play setup, its ideal for electronic musicians on the go. Apc mini ableton performance controllerthe apc legacyin 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. Get essential handson control over ableton live with an akai professional apc mini controller. Akai apc mini usb ableton live controller at gear4music. The akai apc40 the 40 relates to the number of clip launch buttons was a rare beast when it was launched. Comes with ableton live akai professional apc40 edition software. Get the lowest price on the akai apc mini ableton live controller. Its so easy now to create dynamic sounds i just load in a synth choose 8 settings i want to control then bam my apc is automatically mapped to them. Apc mini ist ein kompakter allinone controller fur ableton live. Browse akai professionals complete line of pad controllers. Ableton s internal midi mapping capability is great, but there is obviously a lot of special code designed specifically to work with this controller.
Page 2 to adjust send levels, press and hold shift and press the seventh clip stop button send to put apc mini s faders in send mode. Apc40 mkii features a 5x8 rgb cliplaunching grid, so you can launch clips using 40 responsive triggers. Engineered specifically for the mobile musician and the desktop producer, apc mini concentrates the essential features of the apc40 mkii, akai pro s flagship ableton controller, into a compact design that fits in your backpack. Whether you are an electronicmusic performance artist and live is your canvass, a dj using live to mix tracks.
The example below was performed using windows xp and ableton live lite akai edition, version 8. Ableton live lite, hybrid 3 by air music tech, and toolroom artist launch packs downloads. Akai apc mini ableton performance usb controller groove. J0j0s akai apc mini ableton live controller hacks github. Akai professional apc mini ableton live controller guitar. Just as an example my live setup contains six midi controllers one of them self build having an assortments of faders, knobs, buttons and 8x8 grids. The apc mini supports plugandplay with its usb connectivity, making set ups on mac or pc a breeze. Designed for the performing musician or the conventional composer, apc key 25 is the first ableton live controller from akai professional that is equipped with a highperformance keyboard. Apc mini concentrates the essential features of the apc40 mkii, akai professionals flagship ableton controller, into a compact design that fits in your.
Apc key 25 ableton live controller with keyboard add to compare. Hi guys, i dont know wich subreddit i need to post this in since there is an ableton and abletonlive. Highperformance keyboard designed for the performing musician or the conventional composer, apc key 25 is the first ableton live controller from akai professional that is equipped with a highperformance keyboard. Ableton and akai professional worked in a joint partnership to make the apc40 the perfect ableton live control surface.
The apc40 was the very first dedicated ableton live controller. The apc40 is the worlds finest ableton live control surface. Akai professional apc20 compact professional ableton controller ableton live software is a powerful, flexible environment for creating, performing, and producing music. Just connect your laptop to the apc40 via usb and youre ready to make magic. Ein superkompakter controller fur ableton live stellt sich vor im akai apc mini testbericht kommt ans licht, warum dieser kleine begleiter zu viel mehr als nur. Akai professional controllers for live performance and studio production bring the music to your fingertips. Akai professional apc mini ableton live controller. Akai apc mini compact ableton live controller canadas.
Gaz williams takes a look at the new ableton live controller which comes with a software bundle that actually is more expensive to buy than the apc. Akai apc mini ableton performance controller vintage king. Until that point all manners of midi controllers were used with ableton live, each with its own preferred mapping or rudimentary control surface script. Apc mini is the most portable allinone ableton controller solution with akai pro build. The apc mini from akai professional is a portable, allinone hardware controller designed to work with ableton software in a onetoone integration. Akai professional apc mini midicontroller conrad electronic. Not quite the five years it took akai to develop the apc40s successor though. Engineered specifically for the mobile musician and the desktop producer, the controller concentrates the essential features of the companys flagship ableton controller, the apc40 mkii, into a compact design that fits into a backpack. Akai apc mini compact ableton live controller ebay. Akai apc mini ableton live controller akai professional packs serious power into its apc mini controller. Akai professional apc40 mkii ableton live controller.
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