Sessions can be navigated to some degree, but as youd expect for the huge difference in price compared with the apc40 mkii, it offers a lower level of control. Engineered specifically for the mobile musician and the desktop producer, apc mini concentrates the essential features of the apc40 mkii, akai pros flagship ableton controller, into a compact design that fits in your backpack. Ive owned both the push and the apc mki, performed with both, but now i only use the push 2 for producing and a launchpad mini for performance. Founders telecom is your plantronics authorized superstore offering the full line of wireless headsets, traditional corded headsets and accessories. 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. Apc mini is the most portable allinone ableton controller solution with akai pro build quality. Apc mini features an expanded 8x8 multicolor cliplaunching grid thats built for handson exploration. The location of the label as well as letter and number sequences will vary by model and product type. Now agreed that the apc minis pads are small and not for the fatfingered.
The latter product features an 8x8 clip launching grid, eight channel faders and a master fader. Apr 02, 2018 the akai apc mini is a midi controller that is designed to be used as a launchpad within ableton live. As well as the different physical types such as sc, fc and e2000 there is a big difference between apc and pc or upc connectors. Just connect your laptop to the apc40 via usb and youre ready to make magic. Sep 26, 2014 apc key 25 features a 5x8 multicolor cliplaunching grid thats built for dexterous exploration. The apc driver should install automatically when it is plugged into your computer. The apc is offered in 8 to 35 watt models that can be selected in the first drop down above.
I just bought an akai apc40 for ableton live 8 and everytime i plug in my apc it brings up installing device driver then no driver found. Apc40 can also be used in generic mode as a controller with other virtual dj applications that use midi protocol. Apc40 mkii features a 5x8 rgb cliplaunching grid, so you can launch clips using 40 responsive triggers. Apc40 mkii features a 5x8 rgb cliplaunching grid meticulously engineered for dexterous exploration. Apc40 mkii features a 5x8 rgb cliplaunching grid thats built for dexterous exploration. Its in the top 3 bestselling midi controllers and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as worlde panda mini or midiplus origin 37. Sep 26, 2014 this isnt the end of the apc relaunch story, however, as akai has also released the allnew apc key 25 an ableton livecompatible 25note mini keyboard with a clip matrix and assignable knobs and the apc mini. Akai apc mini frequently asked questions apc mini is the most portable allinone ableton controller solution with akai pro build quality. Alongside the launch of the apc40 mkii, akai have extended their ableton controller range with the apc mini and apc key 25 the original apc40 and 20 are also still available.
Engineered specifically for the mobile musician and the desktop producer, the controller concentrates the essential features of the companys flagship ableton controller, the apc40 mkii, into a compact design that fits into a backpack. Id defenitely go apc 20 over the launchpad, seems to be higher quality and faders are useful something that i think the mpk25 lacks. Akai pro apc key 25 is a popular option in the middle of the midi controllers price range. You may use this kensington lock slot to secure the apc mini to a table or other surface. The apc key 25 will be setup like any other midi keyboard in fl studio. The best ableton controller for every budget 2020 edition. The second chapter explains how to light up the akai apc mini keyboard. Introduction this message is sent before any other devicespecific message i. The plantronics apc43 formerly apc40, apc41, apc42 electronic hookswitch control ehs for cisco unified ip phone models 6851, 6945, 7821, 7841, 7861, 7942, 7942g, 7945, 7945g, 7962, 7962g, 7965, 7965g, 7975, 7975g, 8811, 8841, 8845, 8851, 8861. I bought the launchpad and launch control and returned them to get the apc40. Its in the top 3 bestselling midi controllers and has many popular alternatives in the same price range, such as behringer xtouch one or samson conspiracy.
Qlcinputprofile description of the external device operates a level above midi plugins, i. Its just a matter of outputting either value 1,2,3,4,5,6 to change the leds from greenblinking greenamberblinking amberredblinking red. Tutorial using the akai apc mini note onoff mxwendler. Akai mpc x software is operative, it is possible to detect the mpc x hardware well with the asio driver and it is impossible to see the mpc x from the computer to format the internal hard drive not the sd card. Akai apc mini frequently asked questions akai professional. Many products are compatible with windows 10 and there are no known issues with any akai pro items. I need urgent help because i already try everything recommended in the forum and the knowledge base. The build is better, you get 64 instead of 40 ive got the apc 40 and im annoyed by the smaller grid, and they layout just seems better. Akai pro apc40 is a popular and one of the more expensive options. The apc mini from akai professional is a portable, allinone hardware controller designed to work with ableton software in a onetoone integration. Hi all, my comparison between the apc s model available for ableton live. Apc40 mkii new ableton live performance controller from akai.
Still to this day its a very goodquality and well thoughtout controller, but times have moved on and so have the competition, so the mkii is a welcome update. Nine channel faders allow you to mix with an allnew reinforced fader design. To use, simply load the device onto a midi track and then drop in an instrument its optimized for use with drum racks. Apc40 mkii new ableton live performance controller from akai akai apc40 mkii in time for last weeks musikmesse show in frankfurt, our friends at akai have announced the forthcoming release of the apc40 mkii, a new performance controller designed for ableton live. This usbpowered ableton live controller serves up 64 cliplaunch controls arranged into an 8 x 8 matrix thats perfect for live performance or remixing. In this tutorial preload clips are triggered over an akai apc mini controller.
Im not replacing my apc40 mki unless it breaks, and even then ill probably get the livid base ii rather than the apc40 mkii. It is made using the highest quality 3m adhesive, to ensure that it protects the apc40 and doesnt tarnish the device upon removal. Tricolor lighting provides visual feedback and displays three clip statusesloaded, playing, and recordingso you can intelligently perform without. There is a piece of software you can buy though that works amazing to help make it happen. Page 3 the computers usb port provides power to apc mini. Hi all, my comparison between the apcs model available for ableton live. And if youre an advanced live user, the apc40 gives you the ability to remap every one of its controls to suit your own style. Ive realized tes hasnt released his template for the mkii.
In this manual, you will find instructions on how to connect the apc40 and use its basic features with ableton live akai professional apc edition. Apc 40 mkii apc key 25 apc mini midimix tom cat mpc touch timbre wolf mpc studio black mpc x mpc live bt100 bt500 fire. Akai professional apc mini performance controller for. How do i get akai apc key 25 to work in fl studios. Virtual view the apc40 talks directly to live and live talks directly to the apc40. But is the akai apc mini the best value for money ableton controller on the market. The ma2 can take an artnet input and assign it to an action such as a fader, an executor button, hard key, etc. This difference is especially important when sending rf signal as opposed to digital data. Akai professional apc key 25 demo, features, and operation. The apc40 is class compliant, so you dont even need to install drivers. Apc40 is designed for performance with ableton live. Engineered specifically for the mobile musician and the desktop producer, apc mini concentrates the essential features of the apc40 mkii, akai pros flagship ableton controller, into a. Virgin islands united states middle east and africa. So, first id say find a store if you can and check them out, but i think the launchpad mini is much better than the apc mini.
In 2009, akai professional collaborated with ableton on the first dedicated ableton controller, the apc40. Rgb lighting provides visual feedback and displays three clip statusesloaded, playing, and recordingso you can intelligently perform without looking at. Windows 7 and akai apc40 plug and play no drivers found. Do my best to give you as much close up on both device and cover the set pieces you will have on each. The apc stepsequencer automatically configures your connected apc40 or apc20.
I think you need the apc40 mkii profile bob has created. Im very happy with my 40, but i dont have any other dedicated midi controllers. Many times i play guitar while controlling live with the apc mini and the convenient small size helps so much for quick changes during a performance. Gaz williams takes a look at the new ableton live controller which comes with a software bundle that actually is more expensive to buy than the apc.
Jan 02, 2015 gaz williams takes a look at the new ableton live controller which comes with a software bundle that actually is more expensive to buy than the apc. Much like novations response to the apc40 with the launchpad, the mini seems to be a very similar product, offering an 8. I thought windows 7 made controllers like this plug and play. The apc40 is plug and play, so you dont need to install drivers. Below is a list of our current hardware products and their driver compatibility with microsoft windows 10. Although the mini is a newer model, i like the older, apc40 having knobs when the mini just has sliders. Ive no desire to spend money on getting it fixed, that money is going on the apc40 mkii. Now akai has built on this original partnership to introduce a reimagined live performance controller. The mean well apc is an economical constant current led driver for indoor led lighting applications. Unfortunately the apc40 is usb based so you cant hook it directly to the command wing. It also has all of the devices features conveniently mapped out for you, so that you can see what each button, slider and knob on the device does. Although this is my first board, i feel like i would want the older model that has knobs but also i would be sacrificing a lot of the newer features the mini has that the 40 wont. The apc40s leds can be controlled supereasy by traktor. Virtualdj provides instant bpm beat matching, synchronized sampler, scratch, automatic seamless loops.
Basic operation refer to this section to learn how to do basic tasks in ableton live using apc mini. Apc mini is the most portable all in one ableton controller solution with akai pro build quality. The apc40 is great for launching clips in session view, and controlling sends, device settings, and the mixer. The apcstepsequencer automatically configures your connected apc40 or apc20. Please see their instructional guides for further information. After connecting, the top four rows of the apcs button matrix toggle 32 steps of a midi clip on or off, while the clip stop buttons and cue level dial allow you to quickly switch between the different sounds in your drum rack.
Apc40 mkii features a 5x8 rgb cliplaunching grid, so you can launch clips using 40 responsive. Engineered specifically for the mobile musician and the desktop producer, apc mini concentrates the essential features of the apc40 mkii, akai pros flagship ableton controller, into a compact design. Akai professional apc key 25 demo, features, and operation in ableton live. Akai professional has announced the apc40 mkii, apc key 25, and apc mini, three new ableton live controllers. The mini loses the righthand side, and all the knobs, leaving just the clip launch grid and mini faders.
The apc stepsequencer converts the akai apc40 or apc20 into a fullfeatured step sequencer. Get essential handson control over ableton live with an akai professional apc mini controller. Push does all those things, with fewer physical controls, but adds velocity sensitive pads, note mode and step sequencing for midi tracks, color coded buttons for clips, and ondevice feedback about what parameters the encoders are currently modifying. This connection is also used to send and receive midi data to and from your computer. I have little interest in using that particular piece of software, but it does have a lot of. My original apc40 has gone to controller heaven now and with its new younger sleeker more functional version sat next to me. Radiant rgb lighting provides visual feedback and displays three clip statusesloaded, playing and recordingso you can. Before doing any of the following, set up apc mini as a controller in ableton live. Comes with ableton live akai professional apc40 edition software. The controls are dedicated to the things you need during a performancemute, volume faders, crossfader, cue level knob. The 20 makes more extensive use of the shift button, giving you accesss to these features by using track select buttons and faders.