Mar 06, 2010 i think such a comparison launchpad vs apc20 would be much more interesting by the way since both devices are somewhat in the same price range. Will this be a good idea for my first like launchpad if you will. See more ideas about home studio music, ableton live and dj setup. Read more about the different sections of the apc20. Mar 25, 2015 in this video we demonstrate akai s very inspiring apc40 mk2 performance controller for ableton. Launchpad x vs mini mk3 custom layout tutorial novation launchpad. Akai professional apc40 ableton performance controller. It gives you everything you need to start performing in ableton live and itll fit in your bag. Akai apc20 dj tools dj packages dj lighting dj software. Includes ableton live lite, and a bundle of other software, including airs hybrid 3 synth. Akais new apc key 25, apc40 mkii, apc mini dj techtools. All daws have their unique differences, but they all essentially do, and are capable of doing, the same thing as far as the end result is concerned. Yeah the launchpad can do allot for just a button grid, if novation are smart enough to hook me up i would like to dig deeper. Does the novation launchpad offer anything my apc40 doesnt.
When it comes to such a comparison i think the launchpad totally kicks the apc20s ass big time. Akai apc40 vs novation launchpad post by tone deft. Jan 14, 2010 akai intros apc20 compact ableton controller novation launchpad killer 2010 namm show. The controller had rgb pads which light up the same colour as the clips in ableton live making it a whole lot easier to recognise what is playing at a glance. Enhanced with rgb led feedback, and velocity and pressuresensitive pads, launchpad pro brings limitless expression and creativity to your music. Faders are solid and precise for pinpoint performance. Cookie banner by clicking accept, you consent to the use of cookies and other technologies to process your personal information in order to personalize and enhance your user experience, and get statistics of visits. Maschine and ableton push are much more expensive but they are first of all much powerful controllers with much more.
Akai professional advanced production hardware and software. Anyone know of any sample player software i can use with this apart from. The apc20 was codeveloped by ableton and akai professional. I have a launchpad mini and clearly is not enough since i need more functions to work with, and i usually. Im considering buying either an akai mpk49 or a novation impulse49. The original lineup was used by live performers around the world, and until abletons push was released were considered the most integrated controller option. Big grid, small footprint the apc20 is a smaller version of its big brother, the apc40, with the same 40button grid for direct access to the clips in your session view.
The akai apc40 ableton performance controller is designed to be a powerful, intuitive controller for electronicmusic performance artists, djs, hiphop producers and traditional musicians using ableton live on stage and in the studio. Find out more about our music production services on s. I think such a comparison launchpad vs apc20 would be much more interesting by the way since both devices are somewhat in the same price range. So im a loop artist and im planning to do live gigs next year, since for now i only record and play stuff to put online.
Until now i didnt know the mpk lacks an automap feature the akai max does, fyi. Viewing 2 posts 1 through 2 of 2 total author posts july. So its an all in one apcmidi keyboard controller made to work seamlessly with ableton live. Im trying to figure out what will be good to buy, but its a really hard choice for me. Home forums digital dj gear novation launchkey mini mk2 vs akai apc key 25 this topic has 1 reply, 2 voices, and was last updated 2 years, 9 months ago by chuck van eekelen. Dexterous, versatile, and powerful, the only thing mini about this ableton controller is the size.
What is the difference between akai professional mpk 49 and novation sl mkii 49. Akai intros apc20 compact ableton controller novation. Akai professional apc20 compact professional ableton controller ableton live software is a powerful, flexible environment for creating, performing, and producing music. Akai professional apc20 compact professional ableton. Bring the sounds and effects of our iconic synths directly to your daw. The controller has buttons dedicated to actions in lives session view and is laid out exactly like the daw. The original lineup was used by live performers around the world, and until abletons push was released were considered the most integrated controller option available for ableton. Oct 02, 2016 getting the novation is cheaper, but you also get a neutered version of ableton live, which i think iirc can only handle 8 tracks. Aug 15, 2014 the original akai apc40 is one of the rare breed of products in the computer music age to achieve iconic status.
Novation impulse 49 vs akai mpk249 comparison homestudiomaven. View profile view forum posts private message tech guru join date mar 2011 location uk. Personally, i like working with ableton live for samples and midi because im comfortable with the. Mar 10, 2014 akai s apc line of ableton live controllers has seen a complete refresh just in time for the musikmesse convention in frankfurt, germany. Akai professional has introduced the apc20 ableton performance controller.
Hi guys, i dont know wich subreddit i need to post this in since there is an ableton and abletonlive. Viewing 10 posts 1 through 10 of 10 total author posts october 8, 2015 at 12. From making and remixing music on your mobile devices, to instantly mapping your daw parameters to your hardware controls, our apps and software integrate with your. Find out which is better and their overall performance in the keyboard controller ranking. And yes i will be doing videos on the apc40 in the future including live performance stuff.
All you have to do is register your novation gear, and one offer will be featured in your novation account every couple of months. Ableton live 8 software is a powerful, flexible environment for creating, performing, and producing music. Receive free versions of the most innovative software instruments and creative fx from developers we admire, as well as discounts to help you make the most of thirdparty software, exclusive to novation customers. Akai professional and ableton are proud to present the apc20 compact professional ableton live performance. Akai apc40 vs novation launchpad post by tone deft mon oct 26, 2009 11.
Getting the novation is cheaper, but you also get a neutered version of ableton live, which i think iirc can only handle 8 tracks. The instrument raised the standards of controller design, revolutionised hardware and software integration, and proved to be an essential tool for ableton live users everywhere. Apc mini is the most portable all in one ableton controller solution with akai pro build quality. The iconic launchpad has received a total overhaul. Akai mpc40 vs novation launchpad which one to buy digital. This unique software demands an equally unique control instrument. I recently are instressted in ableton its an amazing software program im using. Novation launchpad vs akai apc40 the dsp project on vimeo. Launchpad mini is our most compact and portable 64 rgb pad midi grid controller. As a launchpad owner i was initially sad about not having waited for apc20 but after i saw the specs i recovered.
Start making and performing tracks with ableton live wherever you are, using the huge array of sounds in the box to get you started. The most important reason people chose akai pro apc40 mkii is. When it comes to such a comparison i think the launchpad totally kicks the apc20 s ass big time. In 2009, akai professional collaborated with the creators of ableton live, a powerful music performance and production software environment, and introduced the original ableton performance controllerapc40. Akai intros apc20 compact ableton controller novation launchpad killer 2010 namm show. Every akai professional apc20 comes with a customtailored software package, ableton live 8 akai professional apc edition, with eight audio and eight midi tracks, multiplied by twenty session view scenes. The main difference between this and the other apc controllers in the past is this one has 25 keys on it as well. I think novation really has something here and that launchpads ability to trigger drum rack samples, its modular capabilities, and ability to use with other midi software, really sets it apart from the apc 40. Home forums digital dj gear akai mpc40 vs novation launchpad which one to buy this topic has 9 replies, 3 voices, and was last updated 4 years, 6 months ago by pushpressturntwist. Apc20 vs launchpad october 2010 in response to the popular novation launchpad akai have released the apc20 weighing in at the same price point but with faders clearly the apc20 is going to have the advantage right. So im upgrading my set up so that i can do more stuff with live looping. Novation launchpad vs akai apc40 the dsp project youtube. Akai professional worked in partnership with software developer ableton to create the apc20, the second control surface created by akai professional for performance with ableton live software. Works well with ableton the included software, however it would be nice if it were easier.
Akai professional mpd series is a popular option in the middle of the midi controllers price range. There are three new controllers that each target their own potential users. Engineered specifically for the mobile musician and the desktop producer, apc mini concentrates the essential features of the apc40 mkii, akai. Akai mpk mini mkii is a very popular option in the middle of the midi controllers price range. Apc20 tries to be a little mackie but without motorized faders you will experience a lot of jumps if used live when you move from using a fader for volume or for pan for example. Launched in 2009, the apc40 followed by its more compact sibling, the apc20 was, along with the novation launchpad, the first dedicated, plugandplay ableton live controller to hit the mainstream market. Akai professional apc key 25 compact usb buspowered 40button clip launcher for ableton live with 25note midi keyboard and 8 fullyassignable qlink controls plus vip 3. Akai pro will introduce the apc20 at the 2010 winter namm show in anaheim, ca, booth 6400, january 1417. Akai professional entered the electronic music industry in 1984 with one purpose to give artists the tools they need to express and explore new musical possibilities. Its in the top 3 bestselling midi controllers and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as akai usb drum pad or akai mpk mini mkii. The akai professional apc20 transforms your ableton live 8 software experience from constructing tracks on a computer to a fluid, musical creation.
Akai professional mpd series vs novation launchpad pro. In this video we demonstrate akais very inspiring apc40 mk2 performance controller for ableton. Novation call it the easiest way to take full control of ableton and its difficult to argue when you consider some of its features. Akai apc40 vs novation launchpad pros and cons and. Akais apc line of ableton live controllers has seen a complete refresh just in time for the musikmesse convention in frankfurt, germany. The apc20 is built with a rugged, metal chassis and slipproof rubber detailing. Launchpad ships with a dedicated launchpad edition of ableton live 8, but can control almost any other music software using novations awardwinning automap control software. This controller has a pretty standard 8 x 8 grid with tricolour pads, nine low profile faders, various control buttons, and a very wellplaced shift key that allows you to access most of the secondary functions with one hand its on the right side of the controller below the soft keys, meaning that if you press it with your thumb, your hand is well placed to. Novations launchpad pro so im a loop artist and im planning to do live gigs next year, since for now i only record and play stuff to put online. Slant launchpad pro vs akai pro apc40 mkii detailed. Novation launchpad was first released in 2009, since then it has become the preferred tool of many producers and blown up on the ableton live scene the 64 pads have been embraced by bedroom beat making kids and live performance pros alike, flooding.
I feel like moving on from just using the piano roll in logic 9. Ableton live software is a powerful, flexible environment for creating, performing, and producing music. Home keyboard controller comparison akai professional mpk 49 vs novation sl mkii 49. In response to the popular novation launchpad akai have released the apc20 weighing in at the same price point but with faders clearly the apc20 is going to. A subreddit for users of the music software ableton live. Launchpad pro is the simplest and best way to create dynamic, expressive performances in any music software. The original akai apc40 is one of the rare breed of products in the computer music age to achieve iconic status. The instrument raised the standards of controller design, revolutionised hardware and software integration, and proved to be an essential tool for. Akai apc40 vs novation launchpad pros and cons youtube. Jan 04, 2012 launchpad ships with a dedicated launchpad edition of ableton live 8, but can control almost any other music software using novation s awardwinning automap control software. Akai apc mini ableton performance usb controller groove. Akai professional apc20 ableton live performance controller.