Akai APC Key 25 MK2 midi controller

Unleash your creative potential and take command of Ableton Live with the AKAI Professional APC Key 25 MK2. This compact and powerful MIDI controller is meticulously engineered for the modern music producer and performer, bridging the gap between clip-launching performance and traditional keyboard composition. It offers a seamless, intuitive workflow, allowing you to focus on your music rather than your screen. Whether you´re sketching out ideas in the studio, programming complex arrangements, or performing live on stage, the APC Key 25 MK2 is your all-in-one solution for comprehensive music creation.

At the heart of the controller is a vibrant 5x8 grid featuring 40 RGB-backlit pads. These pads provide immediate visual feedback on your clip status—displaying whether a clip is loaded, playing, or recording—so you always know what´s happening in your Ableton Live Session View without a second thought. Launch clips and scenes, trigger loops and samples, or play one-shots with perfect precision. Complementing the pad grid is the new 25-note Gen 2 Dynamic Keybed, offering an incredibly responsive and expressive playing experience. Capture your melodic ideas, craft intricate bass lines, or play chords with nuanced velocity sensitivity. For full compositional range, dedicated Octave Up/Down buttons provide access to a massive 10-octave key range.

The APC Key 25 MK2 puts deep, hands-on control at your fingertips with eight endless 360° rotary knobs. These are automatically mapped to key parameters in Ableton Live, allowing you to intuitively adjust volume, pan, insert effect sends, and control device macros in real-time. Fine-tune your sound, write automation, and mix your tracks with a tactile feel that enhances your creative process. The entire unit is USB-powered and features a plug-and-play setup, ensuring immediate integration and maximum portability for producers on the go. Its striking Black and Red design is not only iconic to the AKAI Professional brand but also built to withstand the rigors of travel and performance.

To ensure you can start creating right out of the box, the APC Key 25 MK2 comes with a powerful software suite. This includes Ableton Live Lite, providing the essential DAW environment for which this controller was designed. Additionally, you get a premium collection of virtual instruments from AIR Music Technology, including the powerful Hybrid 3 polyphonic synth, the rich and authentic Velvet electric piano, and the classic Mini Grand acoustic piano, giving you a vast sonic palette to explore.

Product Details:

Product type:MIDI Controller.
LED backlighting type:RGB.
Built-in display:No.
Backlight:Yes.
Keyboard number of keys:25.
Product colour:Red.
Product colour:Black.
Number of dials (360°):8.
Device interface:USB-MIDI.
Number of pads:40.
Key range :10 octaves.
Height:47 mm.
Depth:193 mm.
Width:315 mm.
Weight:900 g.
Software included:Yes.
USB ports quantity:1.
Power source type:USB