Akai Professional MPD218 USB MIDI Pad Controller (MPD218)

Akai Professional MPD218 USB MIDI Pad Controller (MPD218)

Product Description
The Akai Professional MPD218 is a compact and highly responsive USB MIDI pad controller designed for music producers, beat makers, DJs, and performers. Inspired by Akai’s legendary MPC workflow, it features velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads that provide a natural and expressive playing experience. The MPD218 connects directly to a computer via USB, making it ideal for controlling virtual instruments, triggering samples, programming drums, and producing music in virtually any DAW.

Features

• 16 ultra-responsive, velocity- and pressure-sensitive MPC pads
• Classic MPC pad feel with red backlighting
• 48 assignable pads accessible through 3 pad banks
• 6 assignable 360° rotary knobs for parameter control
• 18 assignable controls available through 3 control banks
• MPC Note Repeat function for creating rhythmic patterns
• Full Level mode for consistent maximum-velocity triggering
• USB-powered operation with no external power supply required
• Plug-and-play USB MIDI connectivity
• Compatible with Windows and macOS systems
• iOS compatible with a compatible camera connection adapter
• Compact, lightweight design for studio and mobile use
• Includes music production software package
• Customizable presets and mappings through the MPD218 Editor software
• Ideal for beat production, sample triggering, live performance, and DAW control