Like the 20, it distributes its midi data across several channels. The apc20 comes ableton live akai professional apc edition software, which is fully functional for performance and production. Get essential handson control over ableton live with an akai professional apc mini controller. Essentially an eight channel dj controller purpose built for ableton live, if your goals are basic set control and mixing the apc20 is an excellent premapped solution that is both portable and.
Dj techtools search for midi maps by dj software and. The apc40 is like the 20s big brother, it is the same as the 20 but with more knobs and buttons. Virtualdj provides instant bpm beat matching, synchronized sampler, scratch, automatic seamless loops. Akai professional apc mini performance controller for. The apc stepsequencer converts the akai apc40 or apc20 into a fullfeatured step sequencer. An apc20 can thus be added to a setup that already has an apc40, in which case the devices configure themselves for 16track operation and the apc20 s specific track select button and fader modes are apparently disabled. In this manual, you will find instructions on how to connect the apc20 and use its basic features with ableton live akai professional apc edition. Like the apc40, it features a multicolor 8x5 button session view matrix, 9 highquality faders and twoway communication with ableton live. The apcstepsequencer automatically configures your connected apc40 or apc20. Faders are solid and precise for pinpoint performance. Akai professional keyboard controllers american musical. Akai professional apc key 25 demo, features, and operation.
Owners of standalone editions of ableton live 7 or 8 can also work seamlessly with the apc40. It frees you from the keyboard and mouse, letting you compose and perform with a fully integrated hardware software musical system. Owners of standalone editions of ableton live 7 or 8 can also work seamlessly with the apc20. Ableton live 8 software is a powerful, flexible environment for creating, performing, and producing music. Those of you familiar with ableton software will no doubt be interested to check out the new akai apc20 performance controller. The apc still offers a hands free experience like the apc40. The apc40 was welldesigned, wellbuilt, and easy to use though there was a feeling that it was somewhat chunksome for live gigs. In one of the launchpad videos rupert used the automap software for additional programming. You can control live sessions view with just this device. Live 7 with the latest automatic update has full support for the apc20 and all versions of live 8 are apc20 ready. I have been hunting around for one of these padstyle controllers for a while, and this one was priced right. I cant find a straight answer anywhere, but will the apc20 work with live 9. The apc20 comes with the righthand panel of the apc40 removed. This usbpowered ableton live controller serves up 64 cliplaunch controls arranged into an 8 x 8 matrix thats perfect for live performance or remixing.
Akai apc20 dj tools dj audio dj equipment chicago 123dj. Akai professional apc40 ableton performance controller. Akai professional and ableton are proud to present the apc20 compact professional ableton live performance. Virtualdj provides instant bpm beat matching, synchronized sampler, scratch, automatic seamless loops and remixing functions, effects, and much more. Now i open fl studio 12, and in the midi settings, controller type, there isnt any akai apc key 25 in the list. Pair this up with push for the ultimate hands free operation. I dont think id ever buy a monome, mostly due to the price, but the controller market seems to be heating up and there is a new one on the market. Akai professional apc key 25 ableton live controller apc key. Akai apc20 ableton controller compact professional ableton controller everything you need. The apc20 comes ableton live akai professional apc edition software, which is. Apc 20 ableton live software is a powerful, flexible environment for creating, performing, and producing music. Use your own debit or credit card, enjoy fast and free shipping, and add an akai keyboard controller to your creative setup.
Although the apcs can be mapped to other software, akai has no intentions of releasing midi templates for any software but ableton live. If you dont mind the extra size and lack of mobility compared to apc 20, this older akai model comes with a lot more controls that we think make it more practical and versatile. Live 7 with the latest automatic update has full support for the apc20 and all versions of live 8 are apc20ready. It frees you from the keyboard and mouse, letting you compose and perform with a fully integrated hardwaresoftware musical system. Hij wordt geleverd inclusief adapter, usb kabel en een versie van ableton live akai professional apc edition software. Apc mini was engineered specifically for the mobile musician and the desktop producer, so it concentrates the essential features of the apc40 mkiiakai professionals flagship ableton controllerinto a compact design. Ableton users now have something new to be happy about. Speaking of which, if you are out looking for an ableton live controller, apc 40 is still a real contender. This unique software demands an equally unique control instrument. Buy akai professional apc key 25 ableton live controller with keyboard featuring perfect integration with ableton live, 5 x 8 cliplaunch matrix, 25 synthaction mini keys, 8 assignable control knobs, downloadable music creation software, mac os x, windows. Before doing any of the following, set up apc key 25 as a controller in ableton. I think the software alone would be worth the price for someone like me. Apr 09, 2010 ableton users now have something new to be happy about.
Akai professional and ableton are proud to present the apc20 compact professional ableton live performance controller. Akais apc40, released last year, was the first official ableton live controller, which gave it the right to carry the ableton logo, and to offer a level of outofthe box control that other midi gadgets could only dream of. The apc 20 is a usb class compliant device and your operating system. Akai connect allows users to quickly customize mappings of the max49s controls. Akai professional apc20 ableton live performance controller.
I recently got an akai apc 20 ableton control interface at a local used music store. It also has dedicated mute and solo buttons, and there is no need to do any midi mapping with ableton which can be a. We offer true 0% interest payment plans applying is easy. Recently active topics in akai professional about apc 20. The akai apc20 is a compact version of the apc40 mki which eschews its big brothers encoder banks to focus on the faders and clip launching grid. Jun 02, 2010 both come packaged with ableton live 8 akai professional apc edition, which is fully functional for recording, performance and production, but is limited to 8 audio tracks, 8 midi tracks and 20 session view scenes, as well other limitations related to audio io, plugin instances and more. We have 1 akai apc20 manual available for free pdf download. Apc20, ableton live controller, offers legendary akai pro apc build quality with a compact footprint. Read more epic akai apc 80 diy ableton live controller.
May 27, 2010 akai s apc40, released last year, was the first official ableton live controller, which gave it the right to carry the ableton logo, and to offer a level of outofthe box control that other midi gadgets could only dream of. Akai professional apc20 compact professional ableton. This bidirectional communication makes the apc20 an advanced controller in that it can receive feedback apc20 the software and apc20 it apc20 its clip launch matrix. Akai are keen to point out that live supports multiple apc devices at once, in what it refers to as combination mode. The location of the label as well as letter and number sequences will vary by model and product type. Akai professional and ableton are proud to present the apc20 compact professional.
The apc 40 is geared more toward the live club user, however, the apc is geared more towards the home studio. Enter the apc 20, with dedicated buttons to trigger individual clips and scenes, and faders to level out tracks the apc 20 has all the essentials with a smaller footprint than its older sibling the akai apc40 ableton controller. A pro infinity, pro subscription or plus akai apc20 controller license is required. The akai professional apc20 transforms your ableton live 8 software experience from constructing tracks on a computer to a fluid, musical creation. Quick start manual akai apc20 quick start manual 20 pages. Mpk mini editor is an editing program for minikeyboard akai pro mpk. Now, with a price drop to the apc40 and its new little brother, the apc20, akai has made it even more attractive for djs and aspiring music producers to jump into the ableton live arena.
Akai professional apc mini compact midi controller for. Dj techtools search for midi maps by dj software and controller. Comes with ableton live akai professional apc40 edition software. The model number is not on the front of the unit, but can be found on a sticker on either the bottom or rear of your product. To use, simply load the device onto a midi track and then drop in an instrument its optimized for use with drum racks. The apc20 comes with ableton live akai professional apc edition software, which is fully functional for performance and production. Every akai professional apc20 comes with a customtailored software package, ableton live 8 akai professional apc edition, with eight audio and eight midi tracks, multiplied by twenty session view scenes. The apc40 is like the 20 s big brother, it is the same as the 20 but with more knobs and buttons. Actually, almost looks like it will have less session view buttons too, otherwise it. American musical supply is excited to be your stop for akai keyboard controllers. We offer many things that can be found below for the apc units. I wanted to use it for performance mode with fl studio. Sep 26, 2014 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.
The akai apc40 ableton performance controller is designed to be a powerful, intuitive controller for electronicmusic performance artists, djs, hiphop producers and traditional musicians using ableton live on stage and in the studio. Basic operation refer to this section to learn how to do basic tasks in ableton live using apc key 25. 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. Software installation apc20 is designed for performance with ableton live. The apc20 comes with ableton live akai professional apc edition software, which is. Ableton live software is a powerful, flexible environment for creating, performing, and producing music. Creative control the apc20 comes with ableton live akai professional apc edition software, which is fully functional for performance and production. Nov 26, 2012 i recently got an akai apc 20 ableton control interface at a local used music store. These parts include custom parts, pads, lcd screens, buttons, pcb boards, casings, faceplate skins, tutorials, manuals, sample kits, and much more.
Read more about the different sections of the apc20. Akai mpc software step by step tutorial producing a track from scratch duration. An apc20 can thus be added to a setup that already has an apc40, in which case the devices configure themselves for 16track operation and the apc20s specific track select button and fader modes are apparently disabled. Live 7 with the latest automatic update has full support for the apc40 and all versions of live 8 are apc40ready. Apc20, ableton live controller, offers legendary akai pro apc build quality with a. Its a great time to upgrade your home music studio gear with the largest selection at. The apc40 comes with ableton live akai professional apc40 edition software, which is fully functional for performance and production.
The apc20 is built with a rugged, metal chassis and slipproof rubber detailing. Nov 11, 2010 enter the apc 20, with dedicated buttons to trigger individual clips and scenes, and faders to level out tracks the apc 20 has all the essentials with a smaller footprint than its older sibling the akai apc40 ableton controller. The akai apc series controllers allow complete control with abelton software. Akais apc40, released last year, was the first official ableton live. Mpc essentials empowers you with the essential sounds of modern music production. To do that on a sim, you really need a usable control surface. Is the note mode only used with one midi channel per apc unit or per track etc. The apc20 is akai professionals second dedicated controller for ableton live. The akai professional apc mini is the most portable allinone ableton controller solution with akai pro build quality. Akai professional and ableton are proud to present the apc 20 compact professional ableton live performance controller. I was thinking about purchasing an akai apc20, and i currently have albeton live 9 suite. Last year, akai dropped a game changer with the apc40, a dedicated controller for ableton live performances.