AKAI LPD8 - USB MIDI Controller for Mac and PC

For pure pad performance, the LPD8 MIDI pad controller is unparalleled. Featuring the same velocity-sensitive RGB-backlit MPC pads as the flagship Akai Professional MPC X, the new LPD8 delivers premium pad quality in a pocket-size performer. Be confident the LPD8 will stand up to the most dynamic playing, from punchy kicks and snares to rapid hi-hat rolls.

The LPD8 boasts 8 RGB pads that provide visual feedback for your customized groupings and arrangements. With 8 rotary knobs, you're in serious command of your MIDI CC, plugin effects, or other parameters with total tactile control while using this beat maker. Don't be fooled by the slim design, as the LPD8 also borrows from the sturdy build of standalone MPCs and is built to move around with you. It's the perfect companion for percussive pad playing any time, and its sleek design fits right in alongside your music studio equipment.

The LPD8 is a Beat Maker Essential - a 13" pad controller for music production with 8 RGB-backlit responsive MPC drum pads for triggering samples, loops, virtual instruments, and more. It offers Hands-On Control with 8 assignable Q-Link knobs for seamless mapping to DAW parameters, software instruments, and insert effect plugins for tactile control and precise mixing.

Customized Production is possible with 4 programmable preset slots for instant recall of mappings for DAWs, virtual instruments, effects and more. You can create, edit, load and manage all your presets from the computer.

The Portable Design and Robust Build make the LPD8 a lightweight beat maker that adopts the sturdy build of standalone MPCs. Its slim-line design stows easily in a laptop bag, providing hands-on production capability everywhere.

The LPD8 is a Versatile Performance tool, perfect for musicians, producers, DJs and other music creators on the go. Its sleek design fits right in alongside your studio equipment.

Effortless Setup is guaranteed, as the LPD8 works plug-and-play with Mac or PC and requires no software driver installation or AC power adapters for operation. It offers Universal DAW Compatibility, working with all popular applications including GarageBand, Logic, Studio One, Cubase, Ableton Live, ProTools, Reason, FL Studio, Adobe Audition, and more.

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