Akai Pro APC64

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Leap into a new world of musical possibility in the studio, on stage, and anywhere creativity leads you with the powerful APC64.

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Ableton Live Controller
With Sequencer And Touchstrips

The new Akai Professional APC64 is a powerful next-generation Ableton Live controller for studio and live performance.

It features 64 RGB velocity-sensitive pads with poly aftertouch, and 8 fully assignable Touch Strips for instant hands-on control of devices, pitch, modulation, and much more. APC64 also works as a standalone 32-step 8-track Step Sequencer and controller with 3 MIDI ports and 8 CV/Gate outputs to take full control of synths, drum machines, or modular rack devices.

In-Depth Control of Ableton Live

Enter the Matrix

APC64 features a vibrant 8x8 pad matrix of 64 velocity-sensitive RGB pads with poly aftertouch for playing chords, synth leads, Ableton Live’s Drum Racks and of course launching Clips in Session View.

Touch the Future

Add a whole new level of expression and control to your music production and live performances with 8 fully assignable Touch Strips with RGB LED indicators. Get control of Ableton Live’s devices - including Auto Filter, Delay, Reverb, Impulse, Simpler and more - right at your fingertips. Adjust macros, mixer volume, pan, and effects sends as well as writing automation.

Visual Feedback and Control

APC64 includes a smart color LED screen with a fast push encoder for real-time visual feedback of your parameters. Move around Ableton Live’s devices and mixing environments while keeping track of each parameter on the screen. APC64 also features dedicated transport control with Play, Stop, and Record for capturing your ideas along with 8 Track Mute and Solo buttons for mixing and live performance.

APC64 Overview featuring Taetro

Standalone Step Sequencing

APC64 features an internal 32-step 8-track Step Sequencer enabling completely DAW-less control of your favorite synths. With 8 CV/Gate outputs and 3 1/8” MIDI ports, you can connect, sequence, and capture your favorite modular racks, keyboards, classic drum machines, and more. Add continuous control and expression using the 8 Touch Strips for a whole new level of performance. Apply additional creative dimensions to MIDI notes using the Probability, Velocity, and Mutate functions for further experimentation.

Powerful Production and Performance

APC64 facilitates a seamless workflow within Ableton Live; from triggering samples and loops in Ableton Live’s Drum Rack, all the way to writing expressive melodies using the Notes, Scale, and Chord modes. Use the onboard Step Sequencer to generate inventive melodic patterns that can be instantly transferred to Ableton Live using the Send To Clip function. Apply swing and quantize to your beats or use APC64 to arm and record vocal tracks directly in Ableton Live sessions.

Ableton Drum Rack/Simpler Control

APC64 features a dedicated Drum Mode allowing you to play and record beats, loops, and slices using an Ableton Live Drum Rack or Simpler device. Capture additional inspiration using the 8 Touch Strips to control Ableton Live’s FX racks during beat making and performance.

Welcome to APC Academy

Explore the 10-video series narrated by producer/beat-maker Taetro, who walks you through the new world of APC64.

How To Set Up APC64

Before you can start writing your music, your APC64 has to be configured properly to be recognized by Ableton Live. Taetro walks through the steps to configure APC64 in Ableton’s preferences menu.

Launching Clips with APC64

The Session View layout displays all the clips currently available in your Ableton Live project. Using the 8x8 pad matrix and neighboring scene buttons, these clips can be activated in an endless number of ways for creative performances and song arrangements.

How To Navigate Ableton Live with APC64 | APC Academy

In addition to powerful clip launching, APC64 controls a wide range of Ableton Live features and functions to deliver streamlined and efficient creative workflow. Watch as Taetro navigates Ableton Live with dedicated controls and buttons on APC64.

Using The APC64 Touch Strips

One of the most powerful new features of the APC64 are the assignable Touch Strip controllers. The Touch Strips can be set to control a wide set of parameters and functions from device macros, mixer, audio processing, and much more. Watch now as Taetro dives into the incredibly versatile Touch Strip controllers.

Using APC64 to Trigger the Ableton Live Drum Rack | APC Academy

When working with an Ableton Live Drum Rack, the APC64 layout automatically configures itself to mirror the Drum Rack device layout. Trigger samples in the exact layout you have set in the Drum Rack device. All 64 APC64 pads can trigger samples, perfect for finger drummers who need extensive options right at their fingertips.

Notes, Chords, and Scales Modes on APC64

APC64 has multiple modes for writing music. From single note melodies to rich chords, APC64 makes composing seamless, allowing you to focus on musical expression and bring your ideas to life. Watch as Taetro demonstrates how easy it is to access and jump to the different modes on APC64.

How To Record into Ableton Live with APC64 | APC Academy

APC64 is designed to capture all of your ideas and bring them into Ableton Live without skipping a beat. Watch as Taetro walks through building a track in Ableton Live using the APC64.

Using the APC64 Step Sequencer with Ableton Live | APC Academy

If finger drumming and pad performance isn’t your preference, the APC64 Step Sequencer is the powerful solution to facilitate quick and easy composition. Enter notes with control over velocity for dynamic variation. Populate your sequences into Ableton Live with the intuitive Send To Clip function.

Set Probability and Mutate Using APC64

Experiment and explore new creative ideas to spark inspiration using the Probability and Mutate functions of APC64. These powerful tools come in handy to help you push the limits of music creation and jump start your songwriting process.

Control CV/Gate Devices with APC64 | APC Academy

Not only is APC64 a premium Ableton Live controller, APC64 is powerful interface to control your external synthesizer hardware. APC64 features (8) CV/Gate outputs to drive modular devices. Paired with the assignable options of the 8 Touch Strips, you have an added expressive element to shape your sound. Add in the internal Step Sequencer, you have an incomparable DAW-less solution to create in real-time as the music inspires you.

Included Software Bundle

Ableton Live Lite 11

APC64 Includes Ableton 11 Lite for all your software music production needs in one package to produce, perform, arrange, record, edit, mix and master your music. Live Lite includes sounds, instruments, and sequencing, recording, and arranging capabilities.

AIR Music and SONiVOX Instruments/Plugins

APC64 includes a collection of 6 professional plugin instruments and effects so you can start producing out of the box. Included are the following plugins, Essential Keyboard Collection, Tubesynth, Ether, Flavor, Halfspeed, and Vocal Tuner.

Custom Editor Software

Create your own custom layouts with the included desktop software editor for Mac/PC to personalize and store pre-sets for quick recall in standalone.

Features

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3 1/8” MIDI ports to connect keyboards and desktop synths

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8 CV/Gate output ports to control external modular devices

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Note and Drum modes for creative pad performance

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Internal 8-track, 32-step sequencer for real-time performance with or without a computer

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Custom mode with Software Editor for full user configuration

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8 Assignable touch strip folders with RGB LED indicators

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8x8 clip launching and note performance matrix

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64 Velocity-sensitive RGB-enabled pads with poly aftertouch

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Full-color display for interactive session feedback

Air Music Instruments/Plugins

APC64 Includes a collection of 8 professional plug-in instruments and effects so you can start producing out of the box. Included are the following plugins, Vacum Pro, Mini Grand, Velvet, DB33, Ether, Halfspeed, Vocal Tuner, Flavor.

Samples and Loops Expansion

Electronic sample and record label "Sample Tools by CR2 Records" presents a dedicated electronic expansion for APC64 filled with over 1.2 GB of cutting edge production ready samples ready to load straight into Ableton. Immerse yourself into the world of electronic dance music with APC64 Electronic Expansion.

APC64 Next Generation Ableton Live Controller

Touch The Future

Ableton Live Controller
With Sequencer And Touchstrips