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AKAI Professional APC Key 25 - USB MIDI Keyboard Controller for Ableton Live with 25 Piano Style Keys, 40 Buttons and 8 Assignable Encoders

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Features

  • Total Control - Ableton Live USB MIDI Keyboard Controller with built-in 25 note synthesizer keyboard and dedicated octave up and down buttons to increase the keyboard to the full melodic range
  • Effortless Setup USB powered, plug-and-play setup for Mac and PC and seamless one-to-one integration with Ableton Live
  • Command Everything - Eight assignable encoders map to Ableton Live to control volume, sends map to virtual instruments, drum machines and effects for immersive performances
  • Jam, Compose, Create - 40 pad clip-launch controller matrix with tri-color lighting displays for triggering samples, loops and one-shots
  • Go Anywhere Design - Lightweight, highly portable design stows easily in a laptop bag
  • Everything You Need - Production software package for Mac and PC: Ableton Live Lite, Hybrid 3 by AIR Music Tech, SONiVOX Twist, TOOLROOM artist launch packs and VIP 3 (downloads)

Description

Designed For The Performing Musician Or The Conventional Composer, Apc Key 25 Is The First Ableton Live Controller From Akai Professional That Is Equipped With A High-Performance Keyboard. Uniting The Power Of A Clip-Launching Panel With A Keyboard Interface, Apc Key 25 Couples Real-Time Control Of Ableton Live With Traditional Composition Tools: Create Melodies, Compose Bass Lines, And Play Chords With 25 Synth-Action Mini Keys. Plus, Dedicated Buttons For Octave Up, Octave Down, And Sustain Expand The Expressive Capabilities Of The Keyboard, Enabling You To Tap Into The Full Melodic Range And Perform With Classic Piano-Style Sustain. Requirements: Macintosh: Intel Mac With Mac Os X 10.5 Or Later, Windows: Windows Xp, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 Or Windows 10; Multicore Processor; 2 Gb Ram; Windows Compatible Sound Card (Asio Driver Support Recommended), Quicktime Recommended, Available Usb Port.

Brand: Akai Professional


Number of Keys: 25


Connectivity Technology: USB


Special Feature: Portable, Lightweight, Keyboard Controller


Model Name: APC Key 25


Item Weight: 1.85 pounds


Product Dimensions: 7.64 x 12.28 x 1.69 inches


Item model number: akai2055


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: April 14, 2015


Color Name: black


Compatible Devices: Laptop, PC, Mac


Connector Type: USB


Hardware Interface: USB


Supported Software: Ableton


Musical Style: Electronic


Instrument Key: Any


Number of Keyboard Keys: 25


Hardware Platform: PC/Mac


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    • perfect for the price
Style: Old Model
This thing is perfect for a smaller setup or on the go. It fits on my desk in front of my computer keyboard. Quite convenient. It makes me wish my MPK88 had a button bank for Ableton Live. PRO: BUTTONS! CON: The keys are a bit stiff. Sometimes I have to hit harder than I'd like to get the velocity value I'm going for. Also, after purchasing this I realize I still need a full on Ableton Live controller. This unit is very nice, but the shifting and moving can get confusing without multicolored buttons. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 3, 2018 by Jim Thompson
    • A great product from Akai
Style: Old Model
A great product from Akai. Seamlessly integrates with Ableton Live 10. The buttons and pots are solid and consistent across the device and the key action is excellent for mini keys. The keys are solid and consistent as well and none are loose or wiggly. It's smaller than my laptop too so it fits in my backpack for portability! The device feels durable and should withstand the rigors of daily wear and tear. I like the full size USB B connector too - not much risk of breaking as is the case with mico and mini connectors. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2018 by Jerry G.
    • Simplicity!!!
Style: Old Model
It works fantastic, record all your clips in session view, then hit designated rec button next to play/record button and trigger your clips how you want song to go. After done simply hit designated rec button next to play/pause, and play your session clips The way you want and when you're finished, it's recorded in arrangements view the way you triggered clips, it's the most inexpensive controller for ableton that makes your workflow nicer. Maschine will slave to it if you use as plug-in. I love it! Definitely very durable , sturdy and a great value for the money. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2021 by Nicholas B.
    • Overall it's a good product. However I feel like it could be ...
Style: Old Model
Overall it's a good product. However I feel like it could be a little more sturdy. I only say that because the keys feel like they were just kind of thrown on the piece without any effort. But other than that TOTALLY WORTH IT. You get like 3 different programs that cost more than the item itself that are included with the purchase. Totally worth it if i had the opportunity to get this item again, I'd probably only get it for the programs. But it is a good starting place if you're trying to make music! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 6, 2017 by nick Ostgaard
    • Practicando
Style: Old Model
Tiene buena respuesta y sirve para hacer sonidos chéveres, sería genial si amplían la compatibilidad y el software disponible. Una app en Android no caería mal para sacarle más provecho 🎸💜
Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2024 by Daniel Clavijo
    • Cute but cheap device, "bundled" software currently unavailable
Style: Old Model
The device itself has interesting functions, it connects easily to Ableton Live. The low rating is based on two complaints: 1) There is a very significant delay between pressing keys on the keyboard and generating notes in the software. This is with a high-end laptop that should not suffer performance delays native to my hardware. 2) The "bundled" software is unavailable. You can check for yourself that that Akai software download feature is unavailable. Just go to akaipro.com and try to create an account - if you receive an error from the webpage (as I do) you will be unable to download the supposedly included software. Although I haven't experienced this yet, I have seen other versions of this keyboard with more use start to suffer a "clacking" sound upon pressing the keyboard keys after some amount of use. It's a fun toy but probably won't last or be useful for a professional. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2017 by Seatac_prof
    • A challenge for beginners
Style: Old Model
Trying to learn Ableton Live-Lite and the AKAI Controller at the same time was a lot to learn at once. The Controller is well made with tons of features. A very good purchase at this price. Poor keyboard, Keys too small and only 25 of them. Had to go to YouTube for help.
Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2023 by Ricky
    • This thing is great! I use it with Ableton live and it ...
Style: Old Model
This thing is great! I use it with Ableton live and it is REALLY intuitive for something so complex. It's also cheap, light, and really fun. Be warned though it does feel like more of a "toy" than a musical instrument. But that's what I was looking for anyway...
Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2015 by Tom Weaver

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