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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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Pattern Name: Controller


Style: Old Model


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


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


Country of Origin: China


Item model number: akai2055


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: April 14, 2015


Connector Type: USB


Hardware Interface: USB


Supported Software: Ableton


Musical Style: Electronic


Number of Keyboard Keys: 25


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    • Great on Ableton 11, but needs a script for Ableton 10
Pattern Name: Controller Style: New Model
I love this controller. It was dead easy to set up on my Macbook Air, and Ableton 11 Lite recognized it easily. There is a little setup involved, but it is dead simple if you follow the printed manual. However... On Ableton 10 the same cannot be said. I've not done this yet, but I do believe I should be able to locate the script on my Live 11 install and port it over to my other computer that's running Live Suite (V10). Otherwise, it means mapping manually, which is not terrible, but it's not what I want to do. The important stuff: The build is quite good, I like the key bed, and the knobs are solid. I will follow up when I get it 100% working on Ableton 10 ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2023 by endpop
    • A challenge for beginners
Pattern Name: Controller 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
    • Amazingly Useful
Pattern Name: Controller Style: New Model
I’ve enjoyed the bigger APC40 mkII very much, and when I saw this, I just had to have it. I love the solid build quality, and its well thought-out interface (for being so compact, it packs a lot of functionality). I’m going to make a lot of music with this thing.
Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2023 by Michael Gowan
    • Fun keyboard
Pattern Name: Controller Style: New Model
Takes some set up and know how but once it’s up and running this makes for a great midi keyboard. My only problem is that the case wasn’t included.
Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2023 by JoeDoeQué
    • Simplicity!!!
Pattern Name: Controller 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.
    • Buy the AKAI Professional MPK Mini MK3 instead
Pattern Name: Controller Style: New Model
I have Ableton Artist, studio6, LogicX and Cube base and a few more. This midi did not WORK with any of these. Got it to partially work and then did research only to find out that they are still testing for Mac Ventura OS. SENT IT BACK AND GOT THE AKAI Professional MPK Mini for the same price. Every software package recognized it same and configured most of it automatically. I spent 4 hours trying to get this one to work well until i gave up. With the new one i was up and running in minutes . ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2023 by Placeholder
    • perfect for the price
Pattern Name: Controller 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
    • Amazing
Pattern Name: Controller Style: New Model
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The media could not be loaded. Overall this product is easy to use, and it gives beginners, and anybody else for that matter an opportunity to create and make music.
Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2023 by Medle Medle

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