Engineered specifically for the mobile musician and the desktop producer, apc mini concentrates the essential features of the apc40 mkii, akai pros flagship ableton controller, into a compact. Hey ableton reddit, anyone know how to program the akai apc40 mkii into a step sequencer. Akai apc40 mk2, apc key 25, and apc mini i would really, really like to use my new pc40 mk2 as a control surface for sonar x3e. The apc mini gives you button and fader control over ableton live in a bitesized form factor that fits in your backpack. The apc stepsequencer converts the akai apc40 or apc20 into a fullfeatured step sequencer. Get the classic sound of vintage akai hardware on your mac or pc with the latest sound bank from uvi, uvx670. Engineered specifically for the mobile musician and the desktop producer, apc mini concentrates the essential features of the apc40 mkii, akai pro s flagship ableton controller, into a compact. It features 25 velocitysensitive synthaction keys, a 4way thumbstick for dynamic pitch and modulation manipulation, 8 backlit velocitysensitive mpcstyle pads, and 8 assignable qlink knobs. Based on the push step sequencer and optimized for live performance, this script works alongside the apcs factory functionality, adding a muchneeded dose of live programability and drum sauce to the apc.
The apc40 is plug and play, so you dont need to install drivers. Sweetwater understands the need for a comfortable sequencer that literally puts your tracks at your fingertips. Slider 1 is submaster and 2 is moving head tilt offset. Akai apc mini compact ableton live controller sounds easy. Honestly it is a little embarrassing that this thing does not come with any sort of midi editor software. Not only that, but also my new apc min and apc key25. Akai professional iconic music production gear, including the legendary mpc the mpk mini mkii is an ultracompact keyboard controller designed for the traveling musician and the desktop producer. Connections connect the apc mini to a usb port of your computer using the provided usb cable. To use, simply load the device onto a midi track, create a clip and then drop in an instrument its optimized for use with drum racks. Dj techtools akai apc mini traktor step sequencer deck c. The apc step sequencer converts the akai apc40 or apc20 into a fullfeatured step sequencer. You should see the sequencer steps lighting up in turn.
I have used a novation launchpad in the past to control qlc via midi, and the feedback of the leds worked as expected. Akai professional apc mini performance controller for ableton live. Akai professional apc mini ableton live controller with. Before doing any of the following, set up apc key 25 as a controller in ableton. When i pushed a button, the led would turn on and when i hit it again the led turned off. Each rotation click is one lane or note down, or up. I was looking at budget midiusb controllers a couple months agoand i came across the asin. Usb controller 64 channel, 32 step sequencer, 16 velocity and pressure sensitive. Iam having akai apc mini which cannot be confiugred in generic controller in fl studio 12 and earlier versions, if any one having solution please provide. Akai professional videos apc, mpc, mpk, synthstation, guitarfx, xr, eie, mpd. Akai professional apc mini ableton live controller with free. Apc mini is the most portable allinone ableton controller solution with akai pro.
Im a fulltime student at a university, and on the side i like to make musicso im not doing anything huge here. The apc mini however does not seem to work that way. Here is the first setup of the akai apc mini through midiox and midiyoke. The akai apc mini is a compact pad midi controller designed for ableton live. In case you dont use beatsync and the remix deck jumps out of phase there is a dedicated phasesync trigger on the button in the bottom right corner. Just connect your laptop to the apc40 via usb and youre ready to make magic. Page 3 the computers usb port provides power to apc mini. With the help of shanes insight and hardware expertise, mark created a patch that can be used for hours of beat making without touching the keyboard or mouse. The best ableton controller for every budget 2020 edition. Akai professional apc40mkii usbpowered ableton live. Akai mpk mini ii mk2 compact midi pad keyboard usb controller. But is the akai apc mini the best value for money ableton controller on the market. With improved names for the 7 energy tactics, 2 single fx units with fader control of main parameters and 3 presets per fx, configured for. Dexterous, versatile, and powerful, the only thing mini about this ableton controller is the size.
The apc stepsequencer converts the akai apc40 or apc20 into a fullfeatured step. Akai professional apc mini compact midi controller for. This gives you tactile control over your music, whether you use the mini play standalone or with your pc mac. In 2009, akai professional collaborated with the creators of ableton live, a powerful music performance and production software environment, and introduced. B00466hm28 akai professional mpk mini 25key ultraportable usb midi keyboard controller. Akai professional mpc live standalone sampler and sequencer hybrid standalone hardware daw with software integration, 7 multitouch screen, 16 velocitypressuresensitive pads, 16gb storage expandable, and mpc 2. Akai apc mini led output not working properly sourceforge. There are four toggles to switch the 8x8 matrix buttons between.
Akai professional apc mini demo, features, and operation. A pro infinity, pro subscription or plus akai apc mini controller license is required. My concerns are keyboard feel, ease of programming and most of all reliability of drivers and stability on mac and pc. Max4live patch that makes your apc into a step sequencer i downloaded this a few days ago and i want all of you apc owners to know about it. He has been pretty good at updating, but apparently this time the stepsequencer is not going to be added back. Hey guys, i know many have asked the question online if you can use the m4l apc step sequencer also for the apc mini and the answer is no. And if not, see if you inquire about having them create one.
Akai professional entered the electronic music industry in 1984 with one purpose to give artists the tools they need to express and explore new musical possibilities. I downloaded this a few days ago and i want all of you apc owners to know about it. Dj techtools search for midi maps by dj software and controller. Sep 26, 2014 engineered specifically for the mobile musician and the desktop producer, apc mini concentrates the essential features of the apc40 mkii, akai pros flagship ableton controller, into a compact.
Behringer cmd touch tc64 launchpad s emulation mode. Its small, 8x8, bus powered and if it works similarly, this would trigger 512 pads spread across 8 banks independently just on page one without any focus actions mapped to it. Force scroll like the synthstrom deluge in step seq mode. Basic operation refer to this section to learn how to do basic tasks in ableton live using apc mini. That being said, id try out this one that you linked to and see how it goes. Akai professional apc mini performance controller for. Before you can use this mapping you have to put your apc in ableton live alternative mode by simply start ableton live, connect your apc40 and close ableton after the coloured rectangle appears in session view. This is my apc40 remix deck and step sequencer mapping for the traktor version 2. One bar, one drum rack, using apc step sequencer m4l. The apc step sequencer automatically configures your connected apc40 or apc20. Akai apc mini ableton performance usb controller groove.
These scripts are modified version of ableton live 9. To use, simply load the device onto a midi track and then drop in an instrument its optimized for use with drum racks. Click an available output dropdown menu and select apc mini. Akai professionals max25 and max49 are the only keyboard controllers available that include a builtin step sequencer. Ive been putting together a step sequencer script for the apc40 mkii. To use, simply load the device onto a midi track and then drop in. Engineered specifically for the mobile musician and the desktop producer, apc mini concentrates the essential features of the apc40 mkii, akai pros flagship ableton controller, into a compact design that fits in your backpack. Mark egloff a logistics expert working for ableton by day is a musician and remixer by night and created a free step sequencer for the akai apc 20 or 40 and live egloff has always preferred the direct control and tactile feel of hardware drum sequencers over their software equivalents.
Make sure that deck c is a remix deck, press play on that deck and hit the button labelled seq. Akai pro have already revealed that max for live users will be able to edit the apcs preset functionality. Plus, two banks expand the number of mpcstyle pads to 16 for extended creative capabilities. Also if there are different lighting intensities it would be good to know which note values they correspond to. Which button sends wich note, wich note value turns the lighting back off, which notes are which colors etc. Midi information for apc mini i need the midi layout for the apc mini.
Basic operation refer to this section to learn how to do basic tasks in ableton live using apc key 25. Its been billed as a sequencer partner for the ms20 synth. Control four banks of eight steps each, crating patterns up to 32 steps. Akai professional mpc live standalone sampler and sequencer. By trying this apcstepsequencer m4l preset, i thought that, at least, the leds. Engineered specifically for the mobile musician and the desktop producer, apc mini concentrates the essential features of the apc40 mkii, akai pros flagship ableton controller, into a. Max49s touch faders combine with the builtin step sequencer to offer even more innovative performance capabilities. Im interested in the akai mpkmpdapc40, or the novation mk2 stuff and launchpad. Will marshalls apc40 mk2 step sequencer no longer available so, pretty much every time there is an ableton update, the wm apc40 mk2 dj template breaks. Because akai professional and ableton designed the apc40 specifically for ableton live, you dont need to map its controls to talk to the software. Unfortunately, they are bus powered by ableton live, but if someone can hack the interface, ill buy them a beer they work so well with live. The apcstepsequencer automatically configures your connected apc40 or apc20.
Will marshalls apc40 mk2 step sequencer no longer available. Damn when was the last time i started a thread here. It may have missing input profile just select the default for akai apc mini i was messing around trying different values and such. Is the product compatible with the latest windows, and mac operating systems. Those of you on the move will want to check out our portable options that can operate with batteries.
The keyboard akai apc keys 25 is usually 31 more expensive than akai lpk 25, but the difference is so small that this can vary and then a video of the keyboard. Dumb arses, the 8x8 pad is assigned midi notes in reverse order bottom up. Akai known or written as akai professional akai company whose white faced samplers sseries early synths axvx moved the world. Compact step sequencer with 2 x 8 steps, 8 sequencer modes, volcainherited step edit buttons, sturdy metal construction, and battery operation. Midi controllers free delivery possible on eligible purchases. One of the most exciting prospects for the apc40 is integration with the upcoming max for live add. Akai professional apc mini demo, features, and operation in. Founded by masukichi akai 1929 the company was given to the chinese in times of the ax synths, so its quite long ago. There may be other versions of it out there that are compatible with the apc mini, but they wouldnt come from us here at akai. As per request, the slots are arranged horizontally. This usbpowered ableton live controller serves up 64 cliplaunch controls arranged into an 8 x 8 matrix thats perfect for live performance or remixing. Akai apc mini frequently asked questions akai professional. Pracq is a simple melodic step sequencer designed for nonplayers sketch. Jul 24, 2019 i totally forgot this, i owned a deluge before the force some time ago, and scrolling up and down thru lanes in step sequencer mode, is very easy with a turning knob.
To do that on a sim, you really need a usable control surface. Click an available output dropdown menu and select apc key 25. However, it comfortably lives up to akais reputation for high quality devices. Currently, the akai apc mini is on my christmas list. In this article we answer a few of your top questions about the apc.
You could use a program like midi monitor mac or midiox windows to catalog. This is a thirdparty patch, so it wasnt created by akai. Akai controllers vs novation controllers gearslutz. Apc key 25 button matrix max for live forum cycling 74. Akai professional does not have a midi implementation document for the apc mini. The official video on abletons site also has a teaser for a patch that turns the pad matrix into a step sequencer. Is the akai apc mini the best ableton controller on the market.
These sequencers are equipped with memory banks made for creating and storing hundreds of patterns, and proper grouping. Use a standard usb cable to connect this port to a usb port on your computer. Apc mini compact ableton live controller the apc legacy in 2009, akai professional collaborated with the creators of ableton live, a powerful music performance and production software environment, and introduced the original ableton performance controllerapc40. This connection is also used to send and receive midi data to and from your computer. The akai mpk mini play is built for music making onthego. Click an available input dropdown menu and select apc mini. Apc mini is the most portable allinone ableton controller solution with akai pro build quality. You may use this kensington lock slot to secure the apc mini to a table or other surface.
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