functionality, countless musical capabilities, and a smarter workflow. In addition to its sleek look, Designed in partnership with Ableton, the APC40 is the most advanced Live controller for the most advanced performers. The APC40 is Ableton Live performance... perfected. workflow. Eight Device Control knobs make it easy to tweak device parameters and light up to provide The 8x8 pad matrix features 64 velocity-sensitive RGB pads that are perfect for launching clips and performing a wide range of functions. The controller also includes eight fully assignable Touch Strip controllers, giving you the ability to add expression to your performances. From adjusting volume and effects sends to controlling your mix, the Touch Strips put important parameters at your fingertips. The APC64 also includes a copy of Ableton Live Lite complete with a collection of plugins from Air Instruments and Sonivox spanning everything from classic synths and keyboards to cutting-edge/vintage effects. If that wasn't enough, Sampletools by CR2 Records is also included, comprised of an additional 1GB of loops and drum samples.

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.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

APC40 mkII comes equipped with an array of assignable faders and knobs: nine reinforced faders and eight However, the Gear4music extended warranty scheme provides an enhanced service, and is designed to offer a higher level of protection than many 'free' warranties offered by some retailers and manufacturers. sounds to edgy, modern leads and everything in between. SONiVOX Twist is a spectral morphing synthesis send buses right from their APC40 mkII. The A/B crossfader has also been reworked and can be assigned Equipped with 64 velocity-sensitive pads that offer poly aftertouch, providing versatility for clip launching, note playing, beat creation, and pattern sequencing

Features

That means simply said, transport, volume, pan, mute, solo, record enable for groups of 8 channels and able to move up and down banks of 8 channels and single channels. Note that upon power-up, the APC40 enters Generic Mode. If you open Ableton Live with the APC40 powered and connected, and wait until you see the "red square" around the clips in Live, the APC40 will enter Ableton Live Mode, and will remain in this mode when you quit Live. (This will only occur if the APC40 is configured as a control surface in Live's preferences). If an item can not be repaired, a similar alternative product or cash discount (as defined in this policy) will be offered advanced visual organization, and use the Shift button and directional arrows to manipulate the scope of It's great to have all of these available without resorting to function or Shift buttons - this makes a difference, especially in the heat (and low light) of performance situations. Padding out