Akai APC Mini MK2
Ableton Live Controller with 8 x 8 Clip Matrix, 9 Sliders, RGB-backlit Buttons, and Bundled Software
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LAUNCH AND CONTROL
Production experts are raving about Akai‘s APC Mini Mk2 because it gives complete Ableton Live control to a little performing powerhouse. Similar to its predecessor, an 8-inch by 8-inch matrix takes up the most of the control surface. Its 64 RGB-backlit buttons graphically portray the session that is now live on the screen.
The bottom quadrant is decorated with nine multi-functional sliders that may be fully assigned for pan, mix, FX operations, and more. Scene launch buttons are located on the right side, while the lower row of buttons may be used to control navigation and utility features. The integrated Ableton Live Lite software and various plug-ins from famous AIR Music Technologies are supplemented with flexible playback modes.
PERFORMANCE MINDED WORKFLOW
Increased button sizes on the main grid of the APC Mini Mk2 not only offer better visual feedback but also expand the performance area to support a range of groovebox-adjacent techniques. This significantly reduces visual clutter and helps you concentrate on what really important.
Without leaving your APC Mini Mk2, soft keys and specific shift functions allow for smooth menu, mode, and sound navigation. The adaptive playback choices offered by the APC Mini will appeal to musicians of all faiths. Using Drum Mode, you can combine the beat-smithing style of a traditional 4×4 quadrant while still having the remaining pads assignable to any other function, sample, or instrument in your session. Drum Mode is particularly made to operate with Ableton Live’s Drum Rack. Real-time visual feedback appears as you explore keys and scales with the Smart Scale View. With its key-synchronized musical pieces that are performed across the pads, Notes Mode offers a fresh take on performing and guarantees that you’ll never be out of tune.
- 64-button matrix lets you launch and manage clips in real time for modular performances
- RGB backlighting provides reliable visuals that better represent your on-screen session
- Mk2 increased button size increases opportunity for variations in play-styles
- Righthand soft keys let you launch scenes, while dedicated shift functions broaden scope of DAW management
- Bottom-row navigation keys enable flexible gird placement within your session, all without leaving the controller surface
- 9 assignable faders feature satisfying tactility with unlimited customization
- Redesigned UI features greater geometric balance to reduce visual clutter and distraction
- Drum, Notes, and Smart Scale playback modes deliver versatile, inspiriting options for musicians and producers of any style
- Bundled software includes Ableton Live Lite and plug-ins from award-winning AIR Music Technology (Mac/PC)
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