Akai Professional APC Key 25 MK2

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Unleash your creative potential with the Akai Professional APC Key 25 MK2, a compact yet powerful MIDI keyboard controller designed specifically for Ableton Live. Perfectly balancing clip launching and melodic composition, this controller empowers musicians to bring their musical ideas to life, whether in the studio or on stage.

The APC Key 25 MK2 features a vibrant 5x8 RGB-backlit pad matrix, ensuring that your session clips are always visible and accessible. This allows you to confidently trigger loops, samples, and entire Scenes, giving you the imaginative freedom to create music on your own terms. The 25-note Gen 2 Dynamic Keybed offers a responsive feel, perfect for crafting intricate melodies and harmonies. With octave up/down buttons and a dedicated sustain button, your creativity is truly limitless.

Designed with intuitive control in mind, the APC Key 25 MK2 includes eight endless 360-degree knobs that automatically map to Ableton Live's Macro Controls. This facilitates a seamless and efficient workflow, enabling you to tweak effects, adjust volumes, and shape your sound effortlessly. The included Ableton Live Lite software and award-winning AIR Music Technology virtual instruments provide a comprehensive suite of tools to elevate your productions, offering everything from lush synth sounds to rich piano tones.

Key Features:

25 velocity-sensitive keys with Gen 2 Dynamic Keybed
5x8 RGB-backlit pad grid for clip launching
Eight endless 360-degree rotary knobs for parameter control
Dedicated buttons for Scene launching, octave up/down, and sustain
USB-bus-powered for easy setup and portability
Includes Ableton Live Lite software and AIR Music Technology virtual instruments

Product specs

Available since	December 2022
USB	Yes
Bluetooth	No
5-pole DIN MIDI	No
Ethernet	No
Fader	0
Rotary Encoders	8
Audio I/O	No
Transport Function	Yes
Footswitch connection	No
Foot Controller Connection	No
Bus-Powered	Yes
Jog	No
Joystick	No
Additional Features	40 Pads
Rotary Encoder	8
Fader (Amount)	0
Pads	40
MIDI interface	No
Rotary Knobs	8
Fader(s)	0
USB-port	Yes
Width in mm	315 mm
Height in mm	45 mm
Depth in mm	192 mm
Weight in kg	0,9 kg
Special Features	Ableton Controller

FAQs

How does the AKAI Professional APC Key 25 MK2 integrate with Ableton Live?: The APC Key 25 MK2 is designed specifically for seamless integration with Ableton Live, featuring 40 RGB pads for clip launching and 8 rotary knobs for controlling parameters, making it an ideal tool for live performances and music production.
Is the AKAI Professional APC Key 25 MK2 suitable for beginners?: Yes, the APC Key 25 MK2 is suitable for beginners due to its compact design, intuitive interface, and included Ableton Live Lite software, which provides a great starting point for learning music production.
Does the AKAI Professional APC Key 25 MK2 require an external power source?: No, the APC Key 25 MK2 is bus-powered via USB, meaning it draws power directly from your computer, eliminating the need for an external power source.
Can the AKAI Professional APC Key 25 MK2 be used with DAWs other than Ableton Live?: While the APC Key 25 MK2 is optimized for Ableton Live, it can also be used with other DAWs that support MIDI input, though some features may require manual mapping.
What are the key features of the AKAI Professional APC Key 25 MK2's keyboard?: The APC Key 25 MK2 features a 25-key velocity-sensitive mini keyboard, which is ideal for composing melodies and chord progressions in a compact form factor.