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AKAI APC40 Ableton Live Performance Controller APC 40
Price: $299.00
Ableton
Live software is a powerful, flexible environment for creating,
performing, and producing music. This unique software demands an equally
unique control instrument. Akai Professional and Ableton are proud to
present the APC40: the Ableton Performance Controller. Combining the
APC40 with Ableton Live transforms your experience from constructing
tracks on a computer to fluid, musical creation.
The APC40 is the link between human and computer
that perfectly balances analytical parameter control with creative
expression. Whether you are an electronic music artist and Live is your
canvass, a DJ using Live to mix or remix tracks, or a more traditional
musician using Live on stage or in the studio, you will find the APC40
to the intuitive, powerful instrument that directly links your
inspiration with Ableton Live.
DIRECT DESIGN
Because Akai Professional and Ableton designed the APC40
specifically for Ableton Live, you don’t need to map its controls to
talk to the software. Just connect your laptop to the APC40 via USB and
you're ready to make magic. The APC40 is plug and play, so you don't
need to install drivers. First-time setup is literally three steps: load
Ableton Live, plug in and power up your APC40, and select the APC40 as
Ableton Live's controller. That's it. No mapping, no setup, no hassles.
The APC40 comes pre-mapped for instant use with
Ableton Live software, so if you're new to it, you'll find using the
APC40 to be easy to get around on. And if you’re an experienced Live
user, you'll be happy to note that you can custom-map every single knob,
button, and fader on the APC40 to completely customize the controls for
the way you like to work.
VIRTUAL VIEW
The APC40 talks directly to Ableton Live and Live talks
directly to the APC40. This bidirectional communication makes the APC40
an advanced controller in that it can receive feedback from the software
and display it on its clip matrix of 40 triggers and on LED rings
surrounding each knob. The clip matrix gives you an instant view of clip
status: what's loaded, what's playing, and what's being recorded. Each
state displays on the matrix in a different color so you can get a quick
picture of clip state. You can shift your clip focus and get an
overview of the clips you have loaded for your set. The APC40 has 16
knobs, each surrounded by a ring of LEDs. These LED rings make it easy
to see your settings on dark stages, indicating the currently selected
parameters’ values.
PREMIUM FEEL
Ableton selected Akai Professional as its partner in developing
the APC40 because of Akai Pro's leadership position in great-feeling
controllers that are rock solid, rugged, and precise. From the legendary
MPC series that changed the way music is made to the industry-standard
MPD and MPK controllers, Akai Professional is revered by musicians, DJs,
and producers everywhere for creating the feel that powers their
creativity. The APC40 is built with a rugged, metal chassis and
slip-proof rubber detailing. All of the knobs and faders are solid and
precise for pinpoint performance. It even features a high quality,
replaceable crossfader for transitioning between clips and loops
assigned to "A" or "B".
CREATIVE CONTROL
The APC40 comes Ableton Live Akai Professional APC40 Edition
software, which is fully functional for performance and production.
Owners of standalone editions of Ableton Live 7 or 8 can also work
seamlessly with the APC40. Live 7 with the latest automatic update has
full support for the APC40 and all versions of Live 8 are APC40-ready.
The APC40 has two banks of eight knobs. The first set controls Global parameters so you’ll always have instant access to your main sends, pans, and other essentials. The second bank of eight knobs is dynamically reassigned to the Track you select. You can control eight track parameters at a time, and as you switch channels, the Track knobs follow your focus. For example, you might be working with the Beat Decoder on track two. When you switch to track four, the eight Track knobs that you had been controlling the Beat Decoder with are now controlling the Flangeverb on track four. You'll even notice that the settings for each knob load on the light rings so you'll immediately see each knob's status.
The APC40 has two banks of eight knobs. The first set controls Global parameters so you’ll always have instant access to your main sends, pans, and other essentials. The second bank of eight knobs is dynamically reassigned to the Track you select. You can control eight track parameters at a time, and as you switch channels, the Track knobs follow your focus. For example, you might be working with the Beat Decoder on track two. When you switch to track four, the eight Track knobs that you had been controlling the Beat Decoder with are now controlling the Flangeverb on track four. You'll even notice that the settings for each knob load on the light rings so you'll immediately see each knob's status.
The APC40
also enables special clip-status views and feedback that only the
APC40's matrix can display. The matrix is not limited to only 40 clips:
you can scroll and shift, enabling you to access, control, and perform
with an unlimited number of cells.
The APC40 has a wide range of
controllers. The eight Global knobs can access four banks of controls;
the eight Track knobs control nine different track parameters each. This
gives you a massive total of 72 controllers that are dynamically
reassigned each time you switch tracks. Channel faders, bus faders, and a
crossfader give you smooth control of key values. You have even more
control power with special controls including Tap Tempo, Tempo Nudge,
record enables, solo/cues, and two assignable footswitch inputs.
Designed in partnership with Ableton, the APC40 is the most advanced Live controller for the most advanced performers. The APC40 is Ableton Live performance... perfected.
- Designed in partnership with Ableton for Ableton Live
- Unique clip matrix with multicolor lighting displays current clip status
- No mapping required; every knob, button, and fader is customizable
- Bidirectional communication between APC40 and Ableton Live
- Solid, professional feel with rugged, metal chassis and premium controls
- Comes with Ableton Live Akai Professional APC40 Edition software
- Works with standalone editions of Ableton Live
- USB plug-and-play connection for Mac and PC
- Premium controller with rugged, metal chassis
Includes:
- APC40 Ableton performance controller
- USB cable
- Power supply
- Software CD
- Quick start guide
Specs:
| Dimensions: | 16.88” x 13.13” x 2.62” (WxDxH) / 429mm x 334mm x 67mm (WxDxH) |
| Weight: | 5.8 lbs / 2.64 kg |
| Power supply: | 12V 2.0A pin-positive, included |
| Communication: | USB-MIDI with proprietary hardware/software handshake |
| Inputs: | USB, Two assignable footswitch inputs |
| Mac system requirements: | G4 or faster/Intel Mac recommended, 512 MB RAM/1 GB recommended, OS 10.3.9, 10.4 or later. recommended, QuickTime 6.5 or higher, DVD-ROM drive, USB port |
| PC system requirements: | 1.5 GHz or faster, 512 MB RAM/1 GB recommended, Windows XP or Vista, Windows-compatible sound card/ASIO driver support recommended, QuickTime 6.5 or higher, DVD-ROM drive, USB port |
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