- This is a fully customizable midi-controller that gives you a functional, hands-on experience with Ableton Live. Whether you’re a DJ or producer, beginner or long time professional, the APC 40 gives you a tactile experience with your Abelton Live software.
- With an 8x6 clip launch section, 8 volume faders, endless rotary knobs to control effects, and even a crossfader for seemless blending, the APC 40 is a great controller for an Ableton Live producer that wants to enter the realm of Digital DJing.
- The controller does not have a built in sound card so an external soundcard is recommended to get the optimal sound quality while you’re rockin’ out at a party or club. If you’re working with Ableton Live and you want to take your set to the next level, this controller is for you!
Manufacturer's Description:
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.
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 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.
Key Features :
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
Check the video to see what Akai APC40 can do!
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