Akai Professional APC Key 25 | Ableton Performance Controller with Keyboard, VIP Software Download Included

About the Akai Professional APC Key 25 | Ableton Performance Controller with Keyboard, VIP Software Download Included

The APC Key 25 from Akai Professional is hardware controller designed to work with Ableton software in a one-to-one integration, and features a high-performance keyboard in addition to the clip launching matrix. The controller comes pre-mapped to Live for an instant performance and production setup.

Uniting the power of a clip-launching panel with a keyboard interface, the controller couples real-time control of Ableton Live with traditional composition tools – create melodies, compose bass lines, and play chords with the keyboard. Dedicated buttons for octave up, octave down, and sustain expand the capabilities of the keyboard.

The 5 x 8 RGB clip-launching grid is designed to launch clips and create or perform song from the ground up using the forty responsive triggers. Tri-color lighting provides visual feedback and displays three clip statuses – loaded, playing, and recording. The Shift button and directional arrows allow for manipulating the scope of the grid.

Eight control knobs tare laid out next to the clip-launching grid for easy tweaking. Users can change knob functionality with dedicated buttons for volume, pan, sends, and device control. Additionally, each knob is completely assignable for flexible mixing and mapping options.

Powered over USB with plug-and-play connectivity allows for taking the unit from the studio to the stage or wherever. A software music production suite includes Ableton Live, along with two virtual synthesizers, Hybrid 3 by AIR Music Tech and SONiVOX’s Wobble. Toolroom Records artist launch packs feature the sounds of electronic music with a premium collection of sample packs.

Produce, Perform, Create
Designed for the performing musician or conventional composer, the APC Key 25 unites the power of an APC clip-launching panel with a keyboard interface, fusing real-time control of Ableton Live, traditional composition tools, and USB plug-and-play connectivity. Create melodies, compose bass lines, and play chords with 25 synth-action mini keys. Dedicated buttons for Octave Up, Octave Down, and Sustain expand the expressive capabilities of the keyboard to tap into the full melodic range and perform with classic piano-style sustain.

Ableton Live Lite
Ableton Live Lite delivers much of the functionality of Ableton Live and lets you spontaneously compose, record, remix, improvise and edit your musical ideas in a seamless audio/MIDI environment. Live brings your acoustic, electronic and virtual instruments as well as your digital audio recordings and MIDI sequences-together in a single interface with unparalleled ease of use.

Hybrid 3.0 and Sonivox Twist
Hybrid 3.0 is a high-definition virtual synthesizer combining the coveted warmth of analog synths with a full range of futuristic digital manipulation capabilities. SONiVOX Twist is a spectral morphing synthesis virtual instrument. Comprised of a dynamic interface, an advanced pattern generator, and onboard effects, Twist lets you create serious sounds using simple controls.

Toolroom Artist Launch Packs
Toolroom Records artist launch packs bring you the coveted sounds of electronic music with a premium collection of sample packs, produced exclusively for Akai Professional from one of the world’s dance record labels. Including expertly curated instrumental loops, drumkits, and one-shot samples

VIP 3.1
Experience expanded control of your VST instrument and effect collection with APC Key 25 and VIP3.1. VIP3.1 provides you with unparalleled access to your virtual instrument and effect collection, seamlessly integrating the hardware/software experience.

Key Features & Specifications for the Akai Professional APC Key 25 | Ableton Performance Controller with Keyboard, VIP Software Download Included:

• TOTAL CONTROL. Ableton Live USB MIDI Keyboard Controller with built-in 25 note synthesizer keyboard and dedicated octave up and down buttons to increase the keyboard to the full melodic range
• EFFORTLESS SETUP. USB powered, plug-and-play setup for Mac and PC and seamless one-to-one integration with Ableton Live
• COMMAND EVERYTHING. Eight assignable encoders map to Ableton Live to control volume, sends map to virtual instruments, drum machines and effects for immersive performances
• JAM, COMPOSE, CREATE. 40 pad clip-launch controller matrix with tri-color lighting displays for triggering samples, loops and one-shots
• GO-ANYWHERE DESIGN. Lightweight, highly portable design stows easily in a laptop bag
• THE MPC PRODUCTION EXPERIENCE. Includes MPC Beats Software complete with the finest features and essential production tools from the Akai Professional MPC Series