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Akai APC40 MK2

Akai Professional8.3editor

Akai APC40 MK2

Name: Akai APC40 MK2
Brand: Akai Professional
SKU: akai-apc40-mk2
Availability: InStock

Akai Professional Akai APC40 MK2 — hand-picked by Kitmise.

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8.3/ 10

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Quality9.3

Value8.7

Build9.0

Beginner Friendly8.5

Portability6.2

Editor's take

Our verdict

A proven live-performance controller for producers who want extensive tactile control over Ableton sessions.

Best for

Live performance
Ableton
DJ/electronic production

Not ideal for

Piano playing

Pros

Excellent live workflow
Lots of controls
Strong mixer section
Reliable

Cons

Large
Best for Ableton
Not a keyboard

Deep dive

The review

Full-size Ableton Live performance controller with clip grid

faders

knobs and dedicated mixer controls.

Nuts & bolts

Key specifications

Type: Performance MIDI controller
Pads: 40 clip buttons
Knobs: Multiple
Faders: Multiple
DAW: Ableton Live
Connectivity: USB

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