Akai Professional APC Mini MK2 - USB MIDI Pad Controller for Ableton Live Lite

The APC Mini MK2 is the ultimate compact solution for music creation in any environment. Bright 64 RGB-backlit pads provide a brilliant and precise representation of your Ableton Live session clips, enabling you to launch and activate loops, instruments, vocals, and more with confidence, whether in the studio or on stage.

With 9 assignable faders, the APC Mini MK2 allows you to control multiple parameters with a single master fader, generating totally innovative sounds. The seamless integration with Ableton Drum Rack in Drum sample mode, combined with the Note mode's "Smart Scale View" feature, enables you to play melodies effortlessly for inspirational performances, even without a MIDI controller.

The dedicated Scene Launch buttons with Soft Keys allow you to activate a group of clips with ease, while the 4 directional arrow buttons enable quick and intuitive navigation through large Ableton Live sessions. The APC Mini MK2 fits seamlessly into your laptop bag, offering sleek music control at any opportunity, with plug-and-play connectivity via a standard USB cable.

The APC Mini MK2 is designed for complete control over Ableton Live, providing a 1-to-1 integration for creative looping, mixing, home studio, and live performing. The included Ableton Live Lite, an industry-leading DAW for PC and Mac, allows you to capture ideas, live performances, record, mix, and unleash your creativity.

With the APC Mini MK2, you'll enjoy a comprehensive virtual instrument pack, including Hybrid 3 - a powerful polyphonic analog synth, Mini Grand - an acoustic piano instrument, and Velvet — a vintage electric piano instrument. These tools, combined with the intuitive and responsive features of the APC Mini MK2, will empower your music production and performance capabilities.

Whether you're a seasoned musician or a budding creator, the APC Mini MK2 is the compact and powerful solution for seamless integration into the Ableton workflow, perfect for creative looping, remixing, and experimenting. Its bright pads, assignable faders, and intuitive navigation make it an indispensable tool for any music-making environment, from the studio to the stage.

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