APC40 mkII comes pre-mapped to Live (version 9.1.3 or later) for an instant performance and production setup. When APC40 mkII is plugged into your computer, its hardware controls correspond 1 to 1 with Ableton Live’s interface—no additional configuring is required. In addition, all of APC40 mkII’s controls can be re-assigned on the fly for customized setups that change with your performance or production style. APC40 mkII is also powered over USB and supports plug-and-play connectivity, allowing you to take this controller from the studio to the stage or wherever you go. Whether you are an electronic music artist and Live is your canvas, a DJ using Live for performance and real-time mixing, or a more traditional musician using Live on stage or in the studio, you will find the APC40 mkII to be the intuitive, powerful instrument that directly links your inspiration with Ableton Live. APC40 mkII comes equipped with an array of assignable faders and knobs: nine reinforced faders and eight It is currently Mac OS X only, and because Apple's Java implementation is broken with some aspects of javax.sound.midi, it requires the mmj libraries found here - http://www.humatic.de/htools/mmj.htm

Full Description View Full Description Advanced control for Ableton Live with RGB pads and touch strips

Tech Specs

The original APC40 was showing its age in some ways, so an update isn't too much of a surprise, and it was launched long enough ago that nobody who bought the original should feel like they have a complaint. To use apc40-mode, cd to the directory where APC40Mode.class is located and invoke it with "java APC40Mode mode".

APC40 mkII features a 5x8 RGB clip-launching grid that’s built for dexterous exploration: launch clips

Akai Professional APC64 Ableton MIDI Controller with Sequencer Overview

noise boxes. Hybrid 3, by AIR Music Tech, is a virtual synthesizer for electronic musicians, DJs, sound Please note that this extended warranty is currently only available on products sold within the UK, EU or EEA, and is subject to the terms and conditions as detailed on the extended warranty certificate provided. Make this work on Windows & Linux by using standard javax.sound.midi, and let application auto-detect platform to choose which library to use workflow. Eight Device Control knobs make it easy to tweak device parameters and light up to provide

The APC40 MkII comes pre-mapped to Ableton Live with the controls on the controller corresponding 1-to-1 with the software. Those familiar with Ableton Live will find using the APC40 MkII a breeze with no awkward setup or steep learning curve to get started. Software Included designers, and music producers who love to get their hands dirty. Create anything from fat, retro synth For its price point I expected it to feel much more flimsy and plastic but that's not the case at all. It feels like a sturdy satisfying piece of hardware. For customers in outlying areas of the country, the price of the Extended Warranty may be marginally higher, due to the potential for higher collection and redelivery transport costs.music scene. Jumpstart your inspiration with these premium instrumental loops, drum kits, one-shots, and The fully assignable Touch Strip controllers add a new level of expression to your performances, allowing you to manipulate vibrato, modulation, filter cutoff, and more. Stay in control of your mix with the ability to adjust volume or effects sends on the fly, without missing a beat. The APC64's colour screen keeps you informed about what you're controlling and shows your levels at a glance. Notes and Chord modes for inspiring creativity Presents eight fully customisable touch strips, facilitating hands-on command of devices, expression, mixer, and more

functionality, countless musical capabilities, and a smarter workflow. In addition to its sleek look, So far for my purposes just having the dedicated linear faders, mute/solo, etc. is a huge improvement to my workflow. The macros are also awesome but a bit less precise than the Push 2, but still work great for most applications.Because Akai Professional and Ableton designed the APC40 specifically for Ableton Live, you don’t need to map its controls to talk to the software. Just connect your laptop to the APC40 via USB and you're ready to make magic. The APC40 is plug and play, so you don't need to install drivers. First-time setup is literally three steps: load Ableton Live, plug in and power up your APC40, and select the APC40 as Ableton Live's controller. That's it. No mapping, no setup, no hassles. From the README file: apc40-mode is a simple Java utility to switch between the three firmware modes of the Akai APC40 MIDI Controller, as described at http://www.akaipro.com/apc40map and in http://www.akaipro.com/extras/product/apc40/APC40_Communications_Protocol_rev_1.pdf The Akai APC40 is a great controller for MIDI mapping to applications (Traktor, etc.) as it has a large and varied set of controls available, along with multi-coloured pads. For a MIDI application to take full advantage of these the APC40 needs to be in Firmware Mode 1; upon power-up, however, the APC40 enters Firmware Mode 0. Switching to Firmware Mode 1 can be done by opening Ableton Live, waiting for the APC40 to be recognised as a control surface (assuming it is configured as one), and then closing Live. apc40-mode is simple utility that will let you switch between the three firmware modes at the command line, so you don’t have to open Live (or even have it installed). Akai APC40 You should get an instant answer on whether your application has been successful, though in some rare cases Klarna or V12 may need to look at the application in more detail.