Akai APC64 Next-Generation Ableton Live Controller

Why settle for less when you can experience the future of music production with the innovative APC64 Next-Generation Ableton Live Controller? This sophisticated device, designed by the renowned brand Akai Professional, is a game-changer for both studio work and live performances. The APC64 is a cutting-edge Ableton Live controller that boasts 64 RGB velocity-sensitive pads with poly aftertouch, offering a dynamic range of musical expression. The 8 fully assignable touch strips provide instant hands-on control of devices, pitch, modulation, and more, making it an intuitive tool for any music professional. This advanced controller also functions as a standalone 32-step 8-track Step Sequencer, equipped with 3 MIDI ports and 8 CV/Gate outputs. This allows you to take full control of synths, drum machines, or modular rack devices, expanding your creative possibilities. The APC64 features a vibrant 8x8 pad matrix, perfect for playing chords, synth leads, and launching clips in Ableton Live's Session View. The fully assignable touch strips with RGB LED indicators add a new level of control to your music production, allowing you to adjust macros, mixer volume, pan, and effects sends with ease. The APC64 also includes a smart color LED screen with a fast push encoder, providing real-time visual feedback of your parameters. This feature allows you to navigate Ableton Live's devices and mixing environments while keeping track of each parameter on the screen. For those who prefer DAW-less control, the APC64's internal 32-step 8-track Step Sequencer is a powerful feature. Connect, sequence, and capture your favorite modular racks, keyboards, and classic drum machines, adding continuous control and expression using the 8 touch strips. The APC64 is not just a controller, but a comprehensive music production tool. It facilitates a seamless workflow within Ableton Live, from triggering samples and loops in Ableton Live's Drum Rack to writing expressive melodies using the Notes, Scale, and Chord modes. The APC64 also includes Ableton 11 Lite and a collection of professional plug-in instruments and effects, providing all your software music production needs in one package. With the included desktop software editor for Mac/PC, you can create your own custom layouts and store presets for quick recall in standalone mode. Experience the future of music production with the APC64 Next-Generation Ableton Live Controller, a professional-grade device that combines innovation, sophistication, and intuitive design to deliver an unparalleled musical experience.