Akai APC Key 25 Mk2, Ableton Live Keyboard Controller
Akai - APC Key 25 Mk2, 25-Key Ableton Live Keyboard Controller with 40 RGB Backlit Pads
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Ableton Live Keyboard Controller
Akai - APC Key 25 Mk2
focus on your performanceThe Akai APC Key 25 mk2 is a versatile and compact MIDI keyboard controller that seamlessly delivers the power to perform and create anywhere, for the perfect combination of clip launching and composing in Ableton Live. Bring your original melodies, chord structures and layered harmonic ideas to life using the APC Key 25.
Featuring 40 new RGB-backlit pads for a brilliant and precise representation of your Ableton Live session clips. If you're in the studio or on stage, the scrollable RGB enabled pad matrix will shine through. At the core of your most creative moment, launch and activate loops, instruments, vocals, and more with confidence.
APC Key 25 enables you to trigger loops, samples, Ableton Scenes and melodies for the most imaginative and inspirational music creation performances. 40 RGB-backlit pads on a customizable 5x8 grid accurately reflect clips from your Ableton Live Session and are always in reach for the ultimate navigational experience, even with bigger sessions.
25Keys
8 x 360ºKnobs
40 RGB Clip Buttons
At A Glance
• 25 velocity-sensitive keys; 10-octave range with octave up/down buttons
• 40 RGB backlit clip-launch buttons in 8x5 matrix
• 8 x 360º knobs with 4 modes
• USB-bus-powered
• Ableton Live Lite software included
The Keys to Your Creativity
YOUR MELODIC
PERFORMANCEThe APC Key 25 authentically inspires your melodic ideas. Dive into Ableton’s powerful instruments and express your music on your own terms. Create your own bass lines with AIR Technology’s Hybrid 3, and layer dynamic piano sounds with the Mini Grand Virtual Instrument. Combined with Ableton's Scene and Clip launching workflow, APC Key 25 allows you to add unique performances to your tracks.
PERFORMANCE
AND FEELAPC Key 25 features 25 keys with the Gen 2 Dynamic Keybed for melodic and harmonic music creation. Play your own chords, arpeggios, solos, and soundscapes with the incredibly versatile keys. Use the Octave Up/Down buttons for expanded note range. The dedicated Sustain button adds space and dimension to your playing, ensuring the APC Key 25 is ready for any musical moment.
A MORE POWERFUL
ABLETON EXPERIENCEEnjoy serious hands-on control for a powerfully creative Ableton Live experience. APC Key 25 includes 8 endless 360-knobs to adjust volume, pan, insert effect sends and more for smooth, easy control of your sessions. Tweak reverbs, sweep filters, or write automation that will bring your music to life. Shape your sounds instantly using the assignable 360-knob controls.
PRECISE
INTUITIVE CONTROLEasily create your own distinct sounds. With Device Mode, the APC Key 25 knobs are automatically mapped to the eight Macro Controls of Ableton Live’s selected device. Control multiple parameters with one knob to generate totally innovative sounds. Get more hands-on control with Soft Keys for easy access to Solo, Mute, Stop and Record arm functions.
TRANSPORT, SUSTAIN
& OCTAVE CONTROLSThe APC Key 25 has dedicated controls for complete integration into Ableton. Transport Controls help you capture new ideas quickly and listen back to your song instantly. Octave control gives you access to the APC Key 25's 10-octave range while the Sustain button adds smooth note and chordal transitions.
Ableton Live Lite Software Included
Upgrade your ideasAPC Key 25 includes Ableton Live Lite software with all the tools to transform your musical ideas into exciting songs and performances. APC Mini also includes multiple world-class plugin instruments from award-winning sound design company AIR Music Technology including Hybrid 3 — a powerful polyphonic analog synth, Mini Grand — an acoustic piano instrument, and Velvet — a vintage electric piano instrument.
The Tech Spec
| Features | Specification | Type | Keyboard Controller |
|---|---|
| Number of Keys | 25 |
| Velocity Sensitive | Yes |
| Pads | 40 x RGB Pads |
| Other Controllers | 8 x 360-degree Knobs |
| USB | 1 x Type B |
| Computer Connectivity | USB |
| Software | Ableton Live Lite Music Production |
| Power Supply | USB bus powered |
| Dimensions | Width: 12.4" Height: 1.9" Depth: 7.6" |
| Weight | 2.1 lbs. |
