Description

#MKII

Akai LPD8 MKII Laptop Pad MIDI Controller With MPC Beats Software Pack

Premium Pad Performance
Great things come in small packages and the the LPD8 delivers in a big way. The sleek MIDI pad controller features 8 velocity-sensitive RGB pads from the flagship MPC X and is up to any pad performance-based duties for the modern beat-making music producer. Produce beats, trigger one-shot samples and loops, or connect to any general MIDI-based DAW for easy hands-on controlling and creation.

Features:

• 8 velocity-sensitive RGB-backlit MPC pads
• 8 assignable rotary knobs
• Sturdy, full-size USB jack
• Program and CC Control Send functionality
• Includes MPC Beats Music Production Software featuring throusands of drum samples and plugins

Legendary Pad Performance
LPD8 features the same pads from the top-of-the-line MPC X standalone hardware. The sturdy yet super responsive pads are the standard for any music maker looking for dynamic performance without compromising creativity.

Assignable Knob Controls
LPD8 features 8 assignable rotary knobs for precise control of parameters and values in your DAW. Adjust reverb or delay wetness, dial in parametric eq, trim loops and samples, and so much more with the accuracy you need for your music creation workflow.

Sleek Compact Design
LPD8 fits in wherever you need it. Sit it on your desk, neatly against your laptop computer for a streamlined process, or pack it into your producer bag with your headphones and accessories ensuring youre always ready to create anywhere.

Includes MPC Beats
MPC Beats is the revolutionary DAW software based on the legendary MPC hardware. Discover the power to sample, chop, edit, record, mix, and master complete songs and records right from your computer.

MPC Plug-In Instruments
Innovative sampling and efficient sequencing are only a part of the iconic MPC experience. MPC Beats also features a great selection of ground-breaking MPC plugin instruments. Discover Tubesynth, Bassline, and Electric plugin instruments for a wide range of synth, monophonic leads and basses, as well as pads, electric keyboard sounds, and much more for rich musical productions and arrangements.

Insert Effects
MPC Beats includes a premium collection of world-class mixing and mastering plugins. Powerful insert effects like Half Speed, Mother Ducker, and AIR Talk Box add instant vibe and character to your tracks to quickly achieve modern sound and feel. Process audio, dial-up creative effects, and finalize your tracks to commercially ready songs for sharing anywhere.

MPC BEATS Expansion Packs
MPC Beats expansion pack libraries to add the latest drums and instruments from the worlds best sound designers. From Trap to Boom-bap and beyond, check out these amazing collections of one-shot samples, loops, and instruments from creators like MSXII Sound Design, Marco Polo Beats, Decap, and many more.

Specifications:

• Controls: (8) velocity-sensitive, RGB-lit pads, (8) 270 knobs, (4) UI buttons
• Programs: 4 stored programs, configurable via free downloadable editor software
• Connections: (1) USB port
• Power: Via USB
• Dimensions (width x depth x height) : 12.1 x 3.2 x 1.3 / 306 x 81 x 34 mm
• Weight: 0.86 lbs. / 0.39 kg

#Standard

Akai LPD8 Laptop Pad MIDI Controller With MPC Beats Software Pack Overview:

TheAkai LPD8 Laptop Pad Controller, whichis a USB-MIDI controller for musicians, producers, DJs, and other music creators. The controller measures less than 13″ across and weighs less than a pound so it fits easily into your laptop case, backpack, or messenger bag for extreme portability.

Music was never meant to be created with a mouse and computer keyboard. With LPD8, youre no longer limited to making music in a stiff, non-musical way. LPD8 provides a satisfying production experience that travels with you.

The LPD8 is based on Akai Professional’s MPC line of iconic music production stations. Producers who love the feel of the Akai MPC and want to work with the software on their computer find that the LPD8 gives their laptop the controls they prefer to a mouse and keyboard.

The Akai LPD8 has 8 orange light-up pads that are velocity-sensitive for programming rhythmic or melodic parts. The pads can also send program-change information to software. Additionally, the LPD8 pad controller has 8 Q-Link knobs you assign to virtually any parameters in the software for hands-on control.

The Akai Professional LPD8 Laptop Pad Controller is plug-and-play compatible with Mac and PC computers requiring no software driver installation or wall power for operation. The LPD8 controller also has 4 memory banks for programming and recalling settings appropriate to the music software programs you own.

Akai LPD8 Laptop Pad Controller Specifications:

• USB-MIDI controller works with virtually all audio software
• Eight backlit, velocity-sensitive drum pads can send note or program changes
• Eight Q-Link knobs for controlling virtually any parameters in software
• Plug-and-play USB connection for Mac and PC requires no driver installation
• Small enough to fit in a backpack or laptop bag and ultralight
• Four programmable memory banks
• Comes with editor software for Mac and PC
• USB bus powered no additional power cable needed

Akai LPD8 Laptop Pad Controller Includes:

• USB cable and software CD.

Country of Origin: China