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Ableton Live software is a powerful, flexible environment for creating, performing, and producing music. This unique software demands an equally unique control instrument. Akai Professional and Ableton are proud to present the APC20 compact professional Ableton Live performance controller. The APC20 transforms your Ableton Live experience from constructing tracks on a computer to fluid, musical creation. The second model in the APC series, the APC20 offers a smaller footprint than the APC40, enabling musicians to more easily create a personalized setup with multiple APCs, effects controllers, and other devices.
The APC20 is the link between human and computer that perfectly balances analytical parameter control with creative expression. Whether you are an electronic music artist and Live is your canvas, a DJ using Live to mix or remix tracks, or a more traditional musician using Live on stage or in the studio, you will find the APC20 to the intuitive, powerful instrument that directly links your inspiration with Ableton Live.
INSTANT PERFORMANCE
Because Akai Professional and Ableton designed the APC20 specifically for Ableton Live, you don’t need to map its controls to talk to the software. Just connect your laptop to the APC20 via USB and you're ready to make magic. The APC20 is plug and play, so you don't need to install drivers. First-time setup is literally three steps: load the included Ableton Live software, plug in and power up your APC20, and select the APC20 as Ableton Live's controller. That's it. No mapping, no setup, no hassles.
The APC20 comes pre-mapped for instant use with Ableton Live software, so if you're new to it, you'll find using the APC20 to be easy to get around on. And if you’re an experienced Live user, you'll be happy to note that you can custom-map every single button and fader on the APC20 to completely customize the controls for the way you like to work.
VISUAL FEEDBACK
The APC20 talks directly to Ableton Live, and Live talks directly to the APC20. This bidirectional communication makes the APC20 an advanced controller in that it can receive feedback from the software and display it on its Clip Launch matrix. The Clip Matrix gives you an instant view of clip status: what's loaded, what's playing, and what's being recorded. Each state displays in the grid in a different color so you can get a quick picture of clip state. You can shift your clip focus and get an overview of the clips you have loaded for your set.
PROFESSIONAL CONSTRUCTION
Ableton selected Akai Professional as its partner in developing the APC20 because of Akai Pro's leadership position in great-feeling controllers that are rock solid, rugged, and precise. From the legendary MPC series that changed the way music is made to the industry-standard MPD and MPK controllers, Akai Professional is revered by musicians, DJs, and producers everywhere for creating the feel that powers their creativity. The APC20 is built with a rugged, metal chassis and slip-proof rubber detailing. There’s no flimsy plastic here. Faders are solid and precise for pinpoint performance.
CREATIVE CONTROL
The APC20 comes with Ableton Live Akai Professional APC Edition software, which is fully functional for performance and production. Owners of the standalone edition of Ableton Live 8 can also work seamlessly with the APC20. Live 8 has full support for the APC20.
The APC20 also enables special clip-status views and feedback that only the APC20's matrix can display. The matrix is not limited to only 40 clips: you can scroll and shift, enabling you to access, control, and perform with an unlimited number of cells.
The APC20 has nine faders, which you can assign to volume control, pan, sends, and a choice of three user-mapped modes. You have even more control power with special controls including Tap Tempo, Tempo Nudge, record enables, and solo/cues. A new User Mode enables you to use the Clip Launch buttons to control instruments and the Drum Rack.
Designed in partnership with Ableton, the APC20 is the ideal controller for performers who like to perform in a small amount of space for maximum portability. It’s also perfect for players who want to combine multiple controllers in their setup thanks to its small footprint. Don’t settle for cheap, plastic imitations. From the company whose name is synonymous with the word production, the APC20 is the serious choice.
MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Mac: G4 / Intel recommended, OS X 10.3.9 / 10.4+ recommended
PC: 1.5GHz, Windows XP or Vista, Windows-compatible sound card / ASIO driver support recommended
512MB RAM / 1GB recommended, QuickTime 6.5 or higher, DVD-ROM drive, USB port
The APC20 is the link between human and computer that perfectly balances analytical parameter control with creative expression. Whether you are an electronic music artist and Live is your canvas, a DJ using Live to mix or remix tracks, or a more traditional musician using Live on stage or in the studio, you will find the APC20 to the intuitive, powerful instrument that directly links your inspiration with Ableton Live.
INSTANT PERFORMANCE
Because Akai Professional and Ableton designed the APC20 specifically for Ableton Live, you don’t need to map its controls to talk to the software. Just connect your laptop to the APC20 via USB and you're ready to make magic. The APC20 is plug and play, so you don't need to install drivers. First-time setup is literally three steps: load the included Ableton Live software, plug in and power up your APC20, and select the APC20 as Ableton Live's controller. That's it. No mapping, no setup, no hassles.
The APC20 comes pre-mapped for instant use with Ableton Live software, so if you're new to it, you'll find using the APC20 to be easy to get around on. And if you’re an experienced Live user, you'll be happy to note that you can custom-map every single button and fader on the APC20 to completely customize the controls for the way you like to work.
VISUAL FEEDBACK
The APC20 talks directly to Ableton Live, and Live talks directly to the APC20. This bidirectional communication makes the APC20 an advanced controller in that it can receive feedback from the software and display it on its Clip Launch matrix. The Clip Matrix gives you an instant view of clip status: what's loaded, what's playing, and what's being recorded. Each state displays in the grid in a different color so you can get a quick picture of clip state. You can shift your clip focus and get an overview of the clips you have loaded for your set.
PROFESSIONAL CONSTRUCTION
Ableton selected Akai Professional as its partner in developing the APC20 because of Akai Pro's leadership position in great-feeling controllers that are rock solid, rugged, and precise. From the legendary MPC series that changed the way music is made to the industry-standard MPD and MPK controllers, Akai Professional is revered by musicians, DJs, and producers everywhere for creating the feel that powers their creativity. The APC20 is built with a rugged, metal chassis and slip-proof rubber detailing. There’s no flimsy plastic here. Faders are solid and precise for pinpoint performance.
CREATIVE CONTROL
The APC20 comes with Ableton Live Akai Professional APC Edition software, which is fully functional for performance and production. Owners of the standalone edition of Ableton Live 8 can also work seamlessly with the APC20. Live 8 has full support for the APC20.
The APC20 also enables special clip-status views and feedback that only the APC20's matrix can display. The matrix is not limited to only 40 clips: you can scroll and shift, enabling you to access, control, and perform with an unlimited number of cells.
The APC20 has nine faders, which you can assign to volume control, pan, sends, and a choice of three user-mapped modes. You have even more control power with special controls including Tap Tempo, Tempo Nudge, record enables, and solo/cues. A new User Mode enables you to use the Clip Launch buttons to control instruments and the Drum Rack.
Designed in partnership with Ableton, the APC20 is the ideal controller for performers who like to perform in a small amount of space for maximum portability. It’s also perfect for players who want to combine multiple controllers in their setup thanks to its small footprint. Don’t settle for cheap, plastic imitations. From the company whose name is synonymous with the word production, the APC20 is the serious choice.
| Power Supply: | DV 12V 2.0A pin-positive, auto-switching (100-240V, 50-60Hz) |
| Communication: | USB-MIDI with proprietary hardware/software handshake |
| Inputs: | USB |
| Weight: | 3.8 lbs |
| Dimensions: | 29.5cm x 33.3cm x 5.7cm (WxDxH) 11.61" x 13.11" x 2.24" (measured to the highest point, which is the CUE knob) |
MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Mac: G4 / Intel recommended, OS X 10.3.9 / 10.4+ recommended
PC: 1.5GHz, Windows XP or Vista, Windows-compatible sound card / ASIO driver support recommended
512MB RAM / 1GB recommended, QuickTime 6.5 or higher, DVD-ROM drive, USB port
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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great little machine AND software AND support AND a real steal on Amazon!,
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When I first saw a DJ at the San Diego Media Arts Center using this thing at a laptop jam, I thought it was incredible... but when he told me the price he paid on Amazon I thought it was doubly incredible. If you already have Live, the APC20 is a bargain by itself. But if you don't have Live, this package is TRIPLY icredible since it comes with an almost fully functional version (much more functional than standard Live Lite) thus saving you hundreds of bucks! I think the software alone would be worth the price for someone like me... a dabbler without deep pockets.Caveats & Quibbles I run XP and had trouble with drivers, but I got a quick helpful response from Akai support. I also had some VST plug-in hangups. They seemed to resolve themselves when I uninstalled and reinstalled. If that doesn't work for you, finding which plug-in is causing the problem can be tedious. The included USB wire was kinda short (maybe 3 feet). And the USB doesn't power the APC20; you need to plug in an additional wire to a power source. The biggest potential problem... once you fire up this sucker you can kiss normal life good-bye. You'll be lost for hours playing with infinite push-button permutations of polyphonic pow-ah!
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great product, blows the Launchpad out of the water!,
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Comparing Launchpad to the Akai? Don't hesitate, get the Akai.I returned the launchpad I had for the APC 20. Tech support at Novation (makers of the Launchpad) is terrible, their drivers have many known bugs, and the product is cheap feeling. The Akai's build is MUCH better than novation, not cheap plastic, this thing is made of rubberized metal. Also, the knobs and faders feel just great, and are really necessary to control Ableton properly. No drivers to install, the Akai worked on my machine out of the box. The ONLY negative thing is that this isn't bus powered. However, because it isn't it doesn't give your computers power supply a major drain and the LED's are clear and consistent, not buggy and flickering. Also, the launchpad is really disorienting - it is really hard to figure out what controls what, and going to different screens requires constant use of the shift button on the pad. Even though it looks cool, its functionality is poor. Because of the layout of the APC, its visually much simpler to work with Ableton as it corresponds exactly to the clip view. My story? I had bought a Lauchpad, and had critical problems with driver compatability. Tech support at Novation simply doesn't respond to my repeated emails, didn't return my 2 calls, and the Launchpad ended up crashing my system so many times my XP file was corrupt and I lost a computer. Novation could care less, still took 3-4 days to write back, and so I sent it back to Amazon before it was unreturnable and got the AKAI instead. Totally glad I got rid of that launchpad, this machine is really professional and the launchpad is a toy. Besides, Akai's reputation for tech support gives me confidence that if I do run into problems, I wont be up a creek.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
awsome....for ableton live,
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this is probably the best ablton controller i have used to date, it dose a great job of giving you quick and easy control of all the commonly used features of the software. i would have loved to see a few more knobs on it, and definitely a CON not having velocity sensitivity on the MANY launch pads (saying as there is a "note" mode on this thing that allows you to "play" your vst or built in instruments for live.......) all in all i would say if your looking for a GREAT way to play and mix your live sets..... get this thing, or its bigger brother..... but if your looking to "play" your vst's or the instruments in live.... you are better off getting the AWESOME akai mkp25 or one of ITS bigger brothers. so really, if your more of an ableton live "performer" get this.... if your and ableton live producer.....get one of the mpk series of controllers. finally, if this apc20 would have had velocity sensitive pads.... i would have given it a 5 star rating. *****
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