Akai APC64 Ableton Live Controller

Introducing APC64, the cutting-edge Ableton Live controller that redefines control and performance capabilities. APC64 is equipped with 64 RGB velocity-sensitive pads, each with poly-aftertouch, eight versatile touch strips, a groundbreaking built-in step sequencer, and more, setting a new standard for Ableton Live hardware control.

In-Depth Control of Ableton Live

APC64 provides comprehensive control over Ableton Live for both music creation and live performance. The 8x8 pad matrix features 64 velocity-sensitive RGB pads, ideal for launching clips and various functions even in low-light studios or on brightly lit stages. Add expressive nuances to your performances with eight fully assignable Touch Strip controllers. Whether it's adding vibrato, modulation, adjusting filter cutoff, or controlling volume and effects sends, you can seamlessly manage your mix without missing a beat. Stay informed with APC's color screen, displaying real-time information about your controls and levels.

Powerful Production and Performance Features

APC64 isn't just a controller; it's a powerful composition tool. Unlock your creative potential with Notes and Chords modes, transforming the 8x8 pad matrix into an expressive musical canvas for crafting unique melodies and chord progressions. When inspiration strikes, experiment with Probability and Mutate features to take your music in unexpected directions, then effortlessly capture the results using the internal 8-track, 32-step sequencer.

Effortless Navigation in Ableton Live

Experience the full potential of Ableton Live with hardware workflows meticulously designed for seamless DAW control. In addition to scene launch buttons, APC64 offers dedicated transport controls for Play, Stop, and Record. Arm tracks, adjust volume, fine-tune sends, or explore panning controls to shape your sound. Secondary controls on the backlit mode buttons expedite access to Ableton Live's functions, saving you time and keeping your creativity flowing. Dive deeper into Live's devices with hands-on control of instruments, effects, processors, and more.

Standalone Sequencer and External Hardware Control

Creativity often strikes away from the computer, and APC64 is prepared to control your MIDI/CV hardware independently, without the need for a DAW. Power APC64 via USB and connect it to your favorite synths, Eurorack modules, keyboards, drum machines, and more. With 8 CV/Gate outputs and 1 MIDI in 2 MIDI out ports (via mini TRS jacks), APC64 offers a versatile interface. The standalone Step Sequencer supports up to 8 tracks with 32 steps and 16-note polyphony on each track, providing continuous control via the 8 touch strips. Customize your layout using the included APC Project Editor Software to personalize and store presets for quick recall.

Suite of Plug-In Instruments and Effects

APC64 comes bundled with a selection of Air instruments and Sonivox VST/AU plug-ins, including classic keyboards, synths, reverb, vocal processing, and vintage effects, complementing your DAW's standard plug-ins. This package includes Air Instruments Tubesynth, Electric, Ether, Vocal Tuner, Half Speed, and Flavor, as well as Sonivox Essential Keyboard Collection. Additionally, you'll receive 1GB of loops and drum samples from Sampletools by CR2 Records.

Includes Ableton Live Lite

Ableton Live Lite is included with APC64, offering a leading DAW for composition, live looping, and performance. It seamlessly combines Session View and Arrange View, enabling both improvisation and deliberate arrangement in a cohesive workflow. Ableton Live is packed with instruments for various styles and genres, with opportunities for expansion through numerous packs, instruments, and sounds. DrumRack, a robust tool for your samples, can be navigated effortlessly with individual parameter control.

Features

In depth control of Ableton Live

• 64 velocity-sensitive pads with poly aftertouch for launching clips, playing notes, creating beats, and sequencing patterns

• 8 fully assignable touch strips enable hands-on control of devices, expression, the mixer and more

• Coloir display with encoder dial for real-time visual feedback

Powerful production and performance features

• Play notes, chords, trigger drum racks as well as controlling Live’s session view

• Step sequencer mode for creating melody and drum patterns in Live

• Send to Clip integration for transferring MIDI to Ableton Clip Matrix

• Probability, velocity and mutate functions enable creative experimentation

• Apply per-track swing to your beats, along with length and time division settings

Effortlessly navigate Ableton Live

• Backlit mode buttons enable quick access to Live’s functions

• Dedicated transport control with Play, Stop and Record buttons

• Full colour display instantly feeds back session information

Standalone sequencer and external hardware control

• Unplug your computer and connect synths and drum machines to 3x 1/8” MIDI ports

• Take control of your modular rig with 8 separate CV/gate outputs

• Program the step sequencer or trigger events with the pads, and send continuous control data with the Touch Strips

• APC64 comes with a software application for editing parameters and saving presets in standalone, including a custom mode wherein RGB colours can be freely assigned

Ships with Ableton Live Lite and a collection of plug-ins

• Includes Ableton Live Lite which works seamlessly with APC64 right out of the box

• Live Lite includes sounds, instruments and sequencing, recording and arranging capabilities

• Suite of plug-ins from Air Instruments and Sonivox: including classic keyboards, synths, reverbs, vocal processors and vintage effects

• Comes with an additional 1GB of Loops and drum samples from Sampletools by CR2 Records