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Akai Professional APC64 Pad Performance Controller for Ableton Live

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$619.00

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Touch The Future

Leap into a new world of musical possibility in the studio, on stage, and anywhere creativity leads you with the powerful APC64.

Ableton Live Controller
With Sequencer And Touchstrips

The new Akai Professional APC64 is a powerful next-generation Ableton Live controller for studio and live performance.

It features 64 RGB velocity-sensitive pads with poly aftertouch, and 8 fully assignable Touch Strips for instant hands-on control of devices, pitch, modulation, and much more. APC64 also works as a standalone 32-step 8-track Step Sequencer and controller with 3 MIDI ports and 8 CV/Gate outputs to take full control of synths, drum machines, or modular rack devices.

Introducing APC64
APC64 is the powerful next-generation Ableton Live controller that delivers new levels of control and
performance. Featuring 64 RGB velocity-sensitive pads with poly-aftertouch, eight fully assignable touch
strips, a revolutionary internal step sequencer, and more, APC64 is the future of Ableton Live hardware
control.


In depth control of Ableton Live
 
APC64 enables in depth control of Ableton Live for music-creation and live performance. The 8x8 pad
matrix features 64 velocity-sensitive RGB pads for launching clips (and much more) in the darkest studios
and under the brightest stage lights. Add expression to your performances with 8 fully assignable Touch
Strip controllers.
Place vibrato, modulation, filter cutoff and other parameters at your fingertips; Adjust volume or effects
sends to control your mix without missing a beat, and always keep track with APC’s color screen displaying
information about what you are controlling and where your levels are.
Powerful production and performance features
APC64 is a powerful composing tool. Write unique melodies and chord progressions with Notes and
Chords modes that turn the 8x8 pad matrix into an expressive musical palette. When you need help finding
inspiration, experiment with Probability or Mutate features to take your music in unexpected directions,
then instantly capture the results with the internal 8 track, 32 Step Sequencer.

Effortlessly navigate Ableton Live


Bring out the best of Ableton Live with hardware workflows designed for seamless DAW control. In addition
to scene launch buttons, APC64 features transport controls with dedicated Play, Stop, and Record buttons.
Arm tracks, dial-in volume, adjust sends, or spread your sound with panning controls.
Call up Ableton Live’s functions with secondary controls of the backlit mode buttons that help you save
time but more importantly, stay inspired and productive. Dive deeper into Live’s devices with hands-on
control of instruments, effects, processors and more.


Standalone sequencer and external hardware control


Creative moments can often be found away from your computer; APC64 is ready to control your MIDI / CV
hardware for standalone, DAW-less functionality. Power APC64 over USB and connect your favorite synths,
Eurorack modules, keyboards, drum machines, and more.
APC 64 has 8x CV / Gate outputs as well as 1 MIDI in 2 MIDI out ports (via mini TRS jacks). The standalone
Step Sequencer enables up to 8 tracks with 32 steps and 16 note polyphony on each track; with continuous
control available via the 8 touch strips. Customize your own layout with the included APC Project Editor
Software to personalize and store presets for quick recall later.


Suite of Plug-in Instruments and Effects
APC 64 comes with a collection of Air instruments and Sonivox VST / AU plug-ins; including classic
keyboards and synths, as well as reverb, vocal processing and vintage effects to add to your DAW’s
standard plug-ins.
This comprises Air Instruments Tubesynth, Electric, Ether, Vocal Tuner; Half Speed and Flavor; and Sonivox
Essential Keyboard Collection
Also included - 1GB of Loops and drum samples from Sampletools by CR2 Records.


Comes with Ableton Live Lite
Ableton Live is the leading DAW for composing, live looping, and performing. Based on two modes of
working: Session View and Arrange View, Live enables improvisation and more deliberate arrangement
wrapped up in a workflow that seamlessly weaves the two modes together.
Ableton Live is packed with instruments for every style and genre with room for expansion with a countless
number of packs, instruments, and sounds. DrumRack is a powerful tool for your samples. Navigate
DrumRack seamlessly with control of individual pads, quadrants, and more. Sample and edit your own
sounds easily to create your own custom kits.

Key Features:


In depth control of Ableton Live
• 64 velocity-sensitive pads with poly aftertouch for launching clips, playing notes, creating beats, and
sequencing patterns
• 8 fully assignable touch strips enable hands-on control of devices, expression, the mixer and more
• Color display with encoder dial for real-time visual feedback
Powerful production and performance features
• Play notes, chords, trigger drum racks as well as controlling Live’s session view
• Step sequencer mode for creating melody and drum patterns in Live
• Send to Clip integration for transferring MIDI to Ableton Clip Matrix
• Probability, velocity and mutate functions enable creative experimentation
• Apply per-track swing to your beats, along with length and time division settings
Effortlessly navigate Ableton Live
• Backlit mode buttons enable quick access to Live’s functions
• Dedicated transport control with Play, Stop and Record buttons
• Full color display instantly feeds back session information
Standalone sequencer and external hardware control
• Unplug your computer and connect synths and drum machines to 3x 1/8” MIDI ports
• Take control of your modular rig with 8 separate CV/gate outputs
• Program the step sequencer or trigger events with the pads, and send continuous control data with
the Touch Strips
• APC64 comes with a software application for editing parameters and saving presets in standalone,
including a custom mode wherein RGB colors can be freely assigned
Ships with Ableton Live Lite and a collection of plug-ins
• Includes Ableton Live Lite which works seamlessly with APC64 right out of the box
• Live Lite includes sounds, instruments and sequencing, recording and arranging capabilities
• Suite of plug-ins from Air Instruments and Sonivox: including classic keyboards, synths, reverbs, vocal
processors and vintage effects
• Comes with an additional 1GB of Loops and drum samples from Sampletools by CR2 Records

APC64 is pre-mapped in Ableton 11.x* and above.
Technical Specifications
Display
• Graphical full color LCD
Connections
• USB-C®
• 8 1/8” (3.5 mm) CV/Gate
• 2 1/8” (3.5 mm) MIDI Output
• 1 1/8” (3.5 mm) MIDI Input
Dimensions (width x depth x height)
• 10.7” x 14.6” x 1.4”
• 272 x 371 x 34.5 mm
Weight
• 3.5 lb/1.6 kg
Software
• Ableton Live control requires Live 11 or higher
Series No
SKU 69/APC64
warehouse_eta No
Colour N/A
Warranty Yes

Akai at Musos Corner

Musos Corner is proud to be an authorised retailer and service agent for Akai audio equipment.

Akai was founded in Tokyo in 1929 and produces a large variety of electronic equipment as well as musical products.

The Akai legacy particularly in electronic music looms large with the Akai Professional company producing some of the world’s first consumer focused and relatively affordable samplers including the S900 rack model and the X7000 keyboard version in 1986. 

Akai then went on to release the first of its groundbreaking series of digital MIDI sampler / sequencers the MPC60 in 1987 which paved the way for early Hip Hop pioneers and the MPC200XL later became the industry standard. 

Today Musos Corner stocks a wide variety of Akai midi controllers and the latest versions of the MPC.

Musos Corner highly recommends all Akai products and if we don’t have your dream Akai product in stock please contact us at Musos Corner today.

Important Notice

Please allow a few extra days for delivery as our couriers & Australia Post are experiencing higher than normal parcel volumes due to COVID 19

Ordering

Is this product in stock?
We try our best to have everything in stock, but sometimes items sell out faster than we can update the website, as this is a manual process. If this is the case we will call or email you and let you know if your order cannot be fulfilled, and what your options are as soon as possible. We have multiple warehouses around the country so the "in stock" and "out of stock" is an indication of if the item is able to be shipped from one of them, our store, or one of our distributors. Most of the time there is no difference in turn around depending where it is shipped from but if there are any delays we will contact you immediately. We do also ask if you plan on picking up an item, please contact us so we make sure it is in our store ready for you.

I want a certain product but I don't see it on your site, Why don't you have it!!!?
We have a HUGE store here in Newcastle (which we would love to see you in) and not every product we stock is online & vice versa, but if you don't see what you are after, give us a call or email and we will chase it down for you!

Is everything on your website in stock?
We try our best to have everything in stock, but sometimes items sell out faster than we can update the website, as this is a manual process. If this is the case we will call or email you and let you know if your order cannot be fulfilled, and what your options are as soon as possible.

Do all the guitars come set up & with strings?
They sure do! All the guitars are set up at the factory & often once in the country as well! Every guitar we sell is ready to play (after a quick tune of course) 

 

Price Match

Do you price match?
Yes we do! We will do our very best to match & beat any genuine Australian quote or advertised price!
Just email us a link to the cheaper product and we will match or beat it for you (Prices valid for 48 hours) The Musos Corner Price Match option only applies when comparing identical products in the same condition, where payment is made in full by cash, eftpos or credit card. It is subject to verification and does not apply to ebayamerican or overseas sites (come on guys), global sounds, grey importers, bulk buy discounts or site licence prices apply or to prices of other sellers that are available for less than one week. Price Match does not apply if retailers are out of stock or if Musos Corner is out of stock of the product in question. Shipping is also generally not included with the Price Match, that said we will always endeavour to pass on the very best price we possibly can.

 

Payments

Pricing Policy
All of our prices are in Australian dollars (AUD) and include Australian GST (Goods and Services Tax). All transactions are processed in AUD.

In this industry our suppliers can often change their prices quickly and without notice. Sometimes the website or the store will not accurately represent these price changes and sometimes there may be genuine pricing errors due to either technical or human error. In these instances we are not bound by the information offered in error and may not be able to honor the incorrect price, but we will explain the error to you and do everything we can to pass on the best possible deal.

Do you guys Lay-by? 
We certainly do in store, for an online lay-by each one is selected upon its own merrits with a 50% Deposit if approved. For in store Lay-bys: 20% Deposit, followed by weekly or fortnightly payments for 8 weeks. If cancelled, a 20% of RRP Fee will incurr.

 

 

Freight

How do I know if my item ships Free?
Many products we stock have free shipping to certain locations.
Please put in your address into the freight calculator and if there is no delivery charge your order may be eligible for free delivery. General exceptions include anything over 20kg or 105cm and areas as deemed remote by our delivery partners, including all of NT & WA.
Some Items on ZipMoney, ZipPay, or Studio19 Finance may not be eligable for free delivery. We will contact you if this is the case.
Some large/heavy items (over 20kg) , or items deemed not able to be delivered by our standard courier, Australia Post, may have an extra shipping charge.

Free Postage Details
Some items such as certain pedals and stomp boxes, accessories and effects may have free postage. This will go via the cheapest method. Courier/Express/Insurance/Registered Post would be extra. Please contact us for more information or check the "Free Freight" tab at the top of our website.

Express Post
Sometimes we can Express Post/Courier your items if necessary but additional charges may apply. Orders generally leave at 2:00pm daily so if you need an item ASAP, make sure it is ordered by 1pm (please call 1300 687 672) to ensure there is stock of the item and to get an estimated time of arrival. Express post is to capital / major cities only (for next day service). This service is for small items under 3KG only!

How can I track my order?
Check your email and you will have been sent a tracking number, input the number into either Fastway CouriersStartrack or Australia Post's Track & Trace engine. If you have any problems, please call us and we will call the couriers on your behalf.

Do you take international orders?
Sorry, we do not take international orders, we only sell and ship around Mainland Australia & Tasmania. For remote & Island locations please contact us.

How much is shipping?
To work out a shipping cost, please go through the cart and our system will work out a freight price to your area.
If you think there may be an error, or want to clarify the price, you are welcome to contact us and we will work out the best shipping price for you.
There may be some exceptions for heavy or large items (over 25kg), remote locations or some regional areas. We will contact you if this problem arises prior to shipping the goods.

Do you offer freight insurance?
We certainly do, and highly recommend it as Australia is a big country. Insurance / Shipping protection is available and is only 1.5% of the value of the goods.

Can I pick my goods up in store?    
Of course! Unlike some stores, we do not charge for you to pick up in store. We are open 7 days for your convenience, but please give us a date and time of pick up so we can make sure your goods are ready. Orders that are left for over 1 week and not picked up will be returned to stock, unless other arrangements have been made. Valid ID will be required for picking up goods that have been paid for online or over the phone.

What if I am not home for the delivery?
IF you are not home, the driver will leave a card in your mail box so you can pick-up from the local depot/post office or arrange a re-delivery. 
We have found it to be much quicker & easier to have all items sent to a business address where someone will be present.

Can I ask for the courier to leave the goods at my door?
Whilst it Is possible, we highly recommend that you do not do it. All freight warranty & insurance will be void. Only do so at your own risk, if someone steals it, Musos Corner & The freight company will not be held accountable.
If you will not be able to take the delivery, it might be worth asking a friend or neighbour to take delivery of it for you.

What if it appears my goods have been freight damaged?
Please check all items before signing for them! This is very important. Do not sign for an item that appears damaged, to sign for them means "Signed for in good working order" and subsequently is out of the couriers hands, and voids insurance. If this was not possible, there can be a 24 Hour window to try and claim insurance, please contact us & the courier immediately. This only applies to orders that have paid for Insurance & are sent via courier. 

Can the courier or delivery person call me prior to delivery?
Unfortunately as often as we request this, we get denied as many times. No courier or Australia post worker will call you prior to delivery despite any bribes we may try and offer.
If you select courier we will send you a tracking number which you can use to find out an estimated time of arrival for your goods, or alternatively have it sent to a business address.

Can I have my goods delivered on the weekend or after hours?
Unfortunately this is not possible at the current point in time, however you are welcome to pickup in store late night Thursday or on weekends from our Newcastle store. Please contact us to set a pickup time.

Send to a PO BOX?
We cannot ship guitars to a PO BOX under any circumstances. Australia Post will not accept deliveries over 105cm LCM, we cannot change their policy.

Products

Do i need to set up my product?
All guitars come fully set up ready to play (after a quick tuning). Banjos will need to be set up after delivery as they cannot be shipped set up unless they are bought with a case. Some products like piano stands require some basic assembly as they are flat packed for shipping. Digitial pianos and clavinovas may require some simple assembly.

Are all products brand new?
Yes! Everything we sell, unless clearly specified, is considered brand new with full warranty. Some items, especially guitars will have been taken out of their boxes for inspection, demonstration or quality assurance. This in no way effects your warranty supplied to you by Musos Corner or Australian consumer law.

Are the items individually photographed?
All images are for illustration purposes unless otherwise specified. While we wish we could take photos of every exact item, this is not always possible and we use the pictures supplied by either the a) Australian Supplier or b) Manufacturer. 
If you require a specialty photo of your instrument prior to purchase, just contact us to see if this is available.

Does my item come with Australian warranty
All items we sell come with Australian Warranty, please read our returns policy fo rmore information. Some manufactuers provide aditional warranty over the 12 months once registering the product with them. This warranty is between you and the manufactuer, but we will be happy to help should any is needed.

Product Changes
All product descriptions and specifications listed online are subject to change without notice and all images are for illustration purpose only.