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Launchpad X is our essential 64-pad MIDI grid controller for Ableton Live. It gives you everything you need to make music. Launch, play and perform your sounds and build your tracks using the large, super-sensitive RGB pads, dynamic note and scale modes, and mixer controls.
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64 BRILLIANT RGB-BACKLIT PADS
APC Mini features 64 new RGB-backlit pads for a brilliant and precise representation of your Ableton Live session clips. Whether in the studio or on stage, the scrollable RGB-enabled pad matrix will boldly shine through. In the heart of your most creative moment, launch and activate loops, instruments, vocals, and more with confidence.
LAUNCH AN IMMERSIVE MUSIC-CREATION EXPERIENCE
APC Mini allows you to trigger individual loops, samples, and melodies or entire Scenes for the most imaginative and inspirational music creation performances. Even with your largest projects, the 64 RGB-backlit pads across the customizable 8x8 grid accurately reflect clips from your Ableton Live Session and are always in reach for the ultimate creative experience.
SIMPLE CONTROLS FOR POWERFUL MUSIC MAKING
A MORE POWERFUL ABLETON EXPERIENCE
Enjoy serious hands-on control for a powerfully creative Ableton Live experience. APC Mini features 9 faders to adjust volume, pan, insert effect sends and more for smooth, intuitive control of your sessions. Tweak reverbs, sweep filters, or write automation that will bring your music to life. Shape your sounds instantly using the assignable fader controls.
PRECISE INTUITIVE CONTROL
Create your own distinct sounds with ease. With Device Mode, the APC Mini faders are automatically mapped to the eight Macro Controls of Ableton Live’s selected device. Control multiple parameters with one fader to generate totally innovative sounds. Get more hands-on control with Soft Keys for easy access to Solo, Mute, Stop and Record arm functions.
INSPIRING FEATURES TO EMPOWER YOUR CREATIVITY
DRUM MODE FOR ABLETON DRUM RACK
Drum Mode provides seamless integration with Ableton’s Drum Rack isolating a 4x4 quadrant of the APC Mini to control Ableton, while still giving you the ability to assign the remaining pads. This allows for ultra-customized pad layouts and equally inventive and creative performances—not achievable with any other APC controller.
REAL-TIME KEY AND SCALE CONTROL
The Smart Scale View provides instant visual feedback while you change keys or scale types. In this mode, the musical key currently selected is also visible across the pads to ensure you know what scale you’re in. The Notes Mode delivers a new performance workflow, allowing you to play pitch-perfect musical parts in Ableton without playing wrong notes
DESCRIPTION
The APC Mini Mk2 clip launching controller for Ableton Live is the ultimate compact solution for music creation
in any environment. APC Mini delivers dynamic control of your Ableton Live sessions in a powerful yet efficient
footprint, perfect for creative looping, remixing, and experimenting in the studio or on the stage. FEATURES:
- 8x8 Pad Grid Matrix Featuring 64 RGB-Backlit Pads
- 9 Assignable Faders
- Smart Scale View Mode for Real-time Project Feedback
- Note and Drum Modes for the Most Playable Pads and Inspired Performances
- Dedicated Scene Launch Buttons
- 4 Directional Arrows to Navigate Clip Matrix
- Includes Ableton Live Lite and AIR Music Tech. Production Software (Mac/PC)
Technical Specifications
- Power USB-bus-powered
- Dimensions 9.5” x 8.3” x 1.3” 240 x 210 x 32 mm (width x depth x height)
- Weight 1.79 lbs. | 0.81 k
| Arturia\'s BeatStep offers a new degree of functionality and performance for a portable pad controller.
BeatStep is highly versatile, capable of triggering clips in such applications as Ableton Live, it also allows you to play drums in conjunction with such applications as BFD or EZDrummer.
BeatStep is also a 16-step analog sequencer for creating all kinds of musical phrases to be sent to analog synthesizers, MIDI drum machines, MIDI keyboard devices, or computer programs. Its vast connectivity allows you to interface BeatStep with a computer or iPAD using USB, a drum module using MIDI or an analog synthesizer equipped with CV/GATE.
Main Features :
- MIDI controller Mode - RED LED MODE
- Step Sequencer mode - BLUE LED MODE
- 16 velocity and pressure sensitive pads
- 16 encoders
- 16 MIDI Controller presets
- 16 Sequence presets
- Works with MIDI Control Center Editor
- Internal and External clocking
- CV outputs
- USB I/O
- MIDI output
- iPAD compatibility (using camera connection kit)
- Transports can send MIDI CC or MMC
- Kensington Lock
- Standalone MIDI or CV operation when powered via standard USB power adaptor
- USB Class compliant (no drivers)
Hardware Specifications :
- 16 backlit pads :
- Red = MIDI CC mode
- Blue = SEQ mode
- Velocity and pressure sensitive pads
- 16 assignable encoders with 3 modes
- MIDI CC
- NRPN/RPN
- Program Change
- Transport Buttons
- Sends MIDI clock with Start/Stop (internal sync)
- Sends MMC play and stop messages.
- Data Dial
- Volume MIDI CC7 - Control Mode
- Rate - in SEQUENCE mode
- Seq Transpose - SHIFT+Data Dial
- Kensington Lock
- MIDI CC mode - RED LEDS
- 16 user presets
- Multiple pad modes
- NOTE data
- MIDI CC data
- Program Change with Bank
- Step Sequencer - BLUE LEDS
- 16 user step sequences
- Step play modes
- Forward
- Reverse
- Alternate >
| Get Launchpad S, Launch Control, Ableton Live Lite 9, 1GB of loops and sounds, and two custom designed cases in a single pack. Launch loops and sounds and play drums and melodies with the Launchpad S, plus control mixer, instrument, and effects with Launch Control. As you move from studio to stage, the custom designed cases keep Launchpad S and Launch Control safe and secure.
Launchpad S Control Pack is a combination of everything you need to make and perform electronic music with Ableton Live, containing Launchpad S, Launch Control, two custom made protective sleeves, Ableton Live Lite 9, and a large pack of inspiring Loopmasters samples. |
The X-TOUCH Universal Control Surface from Behringer is designed to provide you with hands-on control over your DAW via HUI or Mackie control protocols. It features 9 touch-sensitive, motorized 100mm faders, 8 rotary controls with LED collars, and an 8-segment LED meter per channel. Its controls are rounded out by 92 illuminated dedicated buttons, a jog wheel, and tape-style transport controls for playback.
The controller can connect to your Mac or PC via either Ethernet for Real-Time Protocol MIDI or USB MIDI. It also features a 2-port USB hub, allowing you to connect 2 other controllers for simultaneous use, while the 5-pin DIN MIDI I/O allows it to act as a MIDI interface. Your track names and parameters are displayed on the X-TOUCH\'s LCD scribble strips, allowing you to always know what tracks you are in control of.
Universally YoursWhen it comes to integration, the X-TOUCH has you covered with the most widely used protocols in the industry. With included support for HUI and Mackie Control, you can be sure it will work seamlessly with all compatible music production software, allowing you to focus on what counts… the musicFaders that Move with Your MusicThe X-TOUCH features 9 fully automated and touch-sensitive 100mm motorized faders. Every move or automation you write can be seen in the movements of each fader in real time, synced with your DAWLCD Scribble Strips - Instant ReadoutLCD scribble strips are on the top of each channel fader, giving you an instant visual readout of which track and parameter you are adjusting. Customize the color and description of each channel for quick recognition and faster mix recalls, compared to the traditional tape and sharpie approach to labelingIlluminated ButtonsWith over 92 dedicated illuminated buttons, 8 rotary controls with LED collars, 8-segment LED meters per channel and an LED time code display, the X-TOUCH is a feast for the eyes as well as the hands. Know in color if a channel is muted or soloed and see how hot the level is pumping as you make changes during recording or mixing. Arm multiple tracks or adjust panning at the same time and marvel at how you ever relied on a mouse to do a controller\'s jobThe FeelNavigation is streamlined with the features on the X-TOUCH\'s surface. The large jog/shuttle wheel and tape-style transport controls provide intuitive control over the most used actions in your DAW. Race between fader banks with the touch of a button and make changes with the turn of actual knobs, the movement of real faders or the push of physical, illuminated buttons. It\'s like bringing your on-screen DAW controls to lifeConnect, Control, ExpandWith class-compliant USB functionality, the X-TOUCH is instantly recognizable by Mac and Windows PCs. Its 5-pin MIDI port allows you to connect and communicate with an external device. The 2 dedicated footswitch connectors and one foot controller provide external remote control. The powered multi-TT USB hub provides connectivity for 2 more controllers so it can grow with your career. And the power and control can expand through an integrated Ethernet port allowing you to connect to a wireless network. That gives you the ability to control any X32 Series mixer from your X-TOUCH remotely9 fully automated and touch-sensitive 100mm motorized faders8 dynamic LCD Scribble Strips for instant overview of track names and parametersEthernet interface for RTP (Real-Time Protocol) MIDI8 rotary controls with LED-collars for on-the-fly adjustments of your favorite parameters92 dedicated illuminated buttons for direct access of key functions8-segment LED meters per channel for precise level controlLarge jog/shuttle wheel and tape-style transport controls for intuitive operationBuilt-in 2x2 USB/MIDI interface for direct connection to Mac or PC computers and one external MIDI device2 dedicated footswitch connectors and one foot controller input for external remote control2-port powered multi-TT USB hub for connecting additional controllers“Planet Earth" switching power supply for maximum flexibility (100 - 240 V) and low power consumption for energy saving
| Controls |
9x Automated, touch sensitive 3.9" (100 mm) motorized faders
8x Rotary controls with LED collars
92x Dedicated illuminated buttons for key functions
1x Jog/shuttle wheel |
| Connections |
1x Ethernet port
2x USB Type A ports
1x USB Type B port
1x 5-pin DIN MIDI input
1x 5-pin DIN MIDI output
2x 1/4" (6.3 mm) footswitch inputs
1x 1/4" (6.3 mm) external control input |
| Display |
8x Dynamic LCD scribble strips
8x 8-segment LED channel meters |
| Protocols Supported |
HUI
Mackie Control |
The X-TOUCH Universal Control Surface from Behringer is designed to provide you with hands-on control over your DAW via HUI or Mackie control protocols. It features 9 touch-sensitive, motorized 100mm faders, 8 rotary controls with LED collars, and an 8-segment LED meter per channel. Its controls are rounded out by 92 illuminated dedicated buttons, a jog wheel, and tape-style transport controls for playback.
The controller can connect to your Mac or PC via either Ethernet for Real-Time Protocol MIDI or USB MIDI. It also features a 2-port USB hub, allowing you to connect 2 other controllers for simultaneous use, while the 5-pin DIN MIDI I/O allows it to act as a MIDI interface. Your track names and parameters are displayed on the X-TOUCH\'s LCD scribble strips, allowing you to always know what tracks you are in control of.
Universally YoursWhen it comes to integration, the X-TOUCH has you covered with the most widely used protocols in the industry. With included support for HUI and Mackie Control, you can be sure it will work seamlessly with all compatible music production software, allowing you to focus on what counts… the musicFaders that Move with Your MusicThe X-TOUCH features 9 fully automated and touch-sensitive 100mm motorized faders. Every move or automation you write can be seen in the movements of each fader in real time, synced with your DAWLCD Scribble Strips - Instant ReadoutLCD scribble strips are on the top of each channel fader, giving you an instant visual readout of which track and parameter you are adjusting. Customize the color and description of each channel for quick recognition and faster mix recalls, compared to the traditional tape and sharpie approach to labelingIlluminated ButtonsWith over 92 dedicated illuminated buttons, 8 rotary controls with LED collars, 8-segment LED meters per channel and an LED time code display, the X-TOUCH is a feast for the eyes as well as the hands. Know in color if a channel is muted or soloed and see how hot the level is pumping as you make changes during recording or mixing. Arm multiple tracks or adjust panning at the same time and marvel at how you ever relied on a mouse to do a controller\'s jobThe FeelNavigation is streamlined with the features on the X-TOUCH\'s surface. The large jog/shuttle wheel and tape-style transport controls provide intuitive control over the most used actions in your DAW. Race between fader banks with the touch of a button and make changes with the turn of actual knobs, the movement of real faders or the push of physical, illuminated buttons. It\'s like bringing your on-screen DAW controls to lifeConnect, Control, ExpandWith class-compliant USB functionality, the X-TOUCH is instantly recognizable by Mac and Windows PCs. Its 5-pin MIDI port allows you to connect and communicate with an external device. The 2 dedicated footswitch connectors and one foot controller provide external remote control. The powered multi-TT USB hub provides connectivity for 2 more controllers so it can grow with your career. And the power and control can expand through an integrated Ethernet port allowing you to connect to a wireless network. That gives you the ability to control any X32 Series mixer from your X-TOUCH remotely9 fully automated and touch-sensitive 100mm motorized faders8 dynamic LCD Scribble Strips for instant overview of track names and parametersEthernet interface for RTP (Real-Time Protocol) MIDI8 rotary controls with LED-collars for on-the-fly adjustments of your favorite parameters92 dedicated illuminated buttons for direct access of key functions8-segment LED meters per channel for precise level controlLarge jog/shuttle wheel and tape-style transport controls for intuitive operationBuilt-in 2x2 USB/MIDI interface for direct connection to Mac or PC computers and one external MIDI device2 dedicated footswitch connectors and one foot controller input for external remote control2-port powered multi-TT USB hub for connecting additional controllers“Planet Earth" switching power supply for maximum flexibility (100 - 240 V) and low power consumption for energy saving |
Choose Your Weapon: Building on the success of the original, the feature-packed MPD2 Series gives you amazing creative musical ammo with Thick Fat backlit MPC pads, improved controls and new bundled software
OK, it was a tall order. We admit it. People loved the original MPDs so much that we didnʼt want to mess with success.
But we did.
The MPD2 Series is a product of over six years of detailed customer research and user feedback. We asked what you wanted and we listened closely. We took what you told us and turned it into the most capable and user-friendly line of pad controllers Akai Professional has developed to date.
Nitty-Gritty
The MPD226 is a MIDI-over-USB pad controller perfect for producers, programmers, musicians and DJs alike. Its intuitive blend of MPC controls and technologies mesh with easy USB connectivity to bring the feel of classic beat making into the world of computer music production.
Experience the Difference
First, we stepped up our game by adding new, ultra sensitive Thick Fat MPC pads, creating an amazingly responsive user experience. The MPD226 has an expanded control set featuring four knobs, four faders, four buttons arranged in three banks for 36 total controls versus 12 on the MPD26. This will enable you to maximize your sound and give you increased control over effects.
MIDI information is sent over its plug-and-play USB interface for use on Mac or PC, eliminating the need to install any drivers.
Goodies
Along with the improved functionality weʼve added iOS compatibility using the Camera Connection Kit (sold separately) and included over $400 of free software. Titles include: Akai Pro MPC Essentials, Big Bang Drums and Big Bang Cinema from Sonivox, Ableton Live Lite, and Software Preset. The aforementioned Software Preset Editor allows you to enjoy intuitive control editing right from the front panel of the MPD226.
Our MPD2 Series marks an important evolution of the pad controller. Many years of research and customer feedback has led directly to some of the most capable pad controllers weʼve ever developed. These MPDs are the perfect bridge between your creativity and your computer-based studio.
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