Akai Professional APC64 USB MIDI Controller for Ableton Live (APC64)

Akai Professional APC64 USB MIDI Controller for Ableton Live

Product Description
The Akai Professional APC64 is a next-generation USB MIDI controller designed for seamless integration with Ableton Live, offering powerful hands-on control for music production and live performance. Featuring an 8×8 grid of RGB velocity-sensitive pads with polyphonic aftertouch, customizable touch strips, and a built-in standalone step sequencer, the APC64 provides an expressive workflow for launching clips, playing instruments, creating sequences, and controlling external hardware. It also supports CV/Gate and MIDI connectivity, making it an ideal centerpiece for both software-based and hybrid studio setups.

Key Features

• 64 RGB velocity-sensitive pads with polyphonic aftertouch
• 8×8 pad matrix for clip launching, finger drumming, and melodic performance
• 8 fully assignable touch strips with RGB LED feedback
• Built-in 32-step, 8-track standalone step sequencer
• Dedicated Ableton Live integration for production and performance
• Notes, Chord, and Scale modes for advanced musical creativity
• Full-color LCD display with push encoder for parameter control and navigation
• Dedicated transport controls (Play, Stop, Record)
• Track Mute and Solo controls for mixing and live performance
• Send-to-Clip function for transferring sequences directly into Ableton Live
• Probability, Velocity, Swing, Quantize, and Mutate sequencing functions
• 8 CV/Gate outputs for controlling modular synthesizers and analog gear
• 2 MIDI outputs and 1 MIDI input via 3.5 mm connections
• USB-C connectivity with class-compliant operation (no drivers required)
• Customizable layouts and presets via included editor software
• Compatible with modern Windows and macOS systems
• USB-powered design for portable studio and stage use
• Includes Ableton Live Lite and a collection of professional software instruments and effects

Specifications

• Pad Count: 64 RGB Pads
• Pad Type: Velocity-Sensitive with Polyphonic Aftertouch
• Touch Strips: 8 Assignable Touch Strips
• Sequencer: 32-Step, 8-Track Standalone Sequencer
• Display: Full-Color LCD Screen
• USB Connection: USB-C
• CV/Gate Outputs: 8 × 3.5 mm
• MIDI Outputs: 2 × 3.5 mm
• MIDI Input: 1 × 3.5 mm