The brand - new APC Key 25 mk2 is a super - versatile and compact MIDI keyboard controller. It gives you the power to perform and create music anywhere, making it a perfect fit for clip launching and composing in Ableton Live. With it, you can bring your original melodies, chord structures, and layered harmonic ideas to life easily.
This controller features 40 brand - new RGB - backlit pads. These pads offer a brilliant and precise way to represent your Ableton Live session clips. Whether you're in the studio or on stage, the scrollable RGB - enabled pad matrix will stand out. In your most creative moments, you can confidently launch and activate loops, instruments, vocals, and more.
The APC Key 25 lets you trigger loops, samples, Ableton Scenes, and melodies for highly imaginative music creation. The 40 RGB - backlit pads on a customizable 5x8 grid accurately show clips from your Ableton Live Session. Even for large sessions, they're always within reach for an ultimate navigational experience.
It truly brings out your melodic ideas. Dive into Ableton's powerful instruments and express your music as you wish. Create your own bass lines with AIR Technology’s Hybrid 3 and layer dynamic piano sounds with the Mini Grand Virtual Instrument. Combined with Ableton's Scene and Clip launching workflow, it adds unique performances to your tracks.
Equipped with 25 keys on the Gen 2 Dynamic Keybed, it's great for melodic and harmonic music creation. Play chords, arpeggios, solos, and soundscapes with these versatile keys. Use the Octave Up/Down buttons to expand the note range. The dedicated Sustain button adds depth to your playing, ready for any musical moment.
You'll enjoy hands - on control for a highly creative Ableton Live experience. It has 8 endless 360 - knobs to adjust volume, pan, insert effect sends, etc., providing smooth and intuitive control. Tweak reverbs, sweep filters, or write automation to bring your music to life. Shape your sounds instantly with the assignable 360 - knob controls.
Creating distinct sounds is a breeze. In Device Mode, the APC Key 25 knobs are automatically mapped to the eight Macro Controls of Ableton Live’s selected device. Control multiple parameters with one knob for innovative sounds. The Soft Keys offer easy access to Solo, Mute, Stop, and Record arm functions.
The APC Key 25 has dedicated controls for full integration into Ableton. Transport Controls help you quickly capture new ideas and listen back to your song right away. Octave control gives you access to its 10 - octave range, and the Sustain button ensures smooth note and chordal transitions.
Features:
- 5x8 Pad Grid Matrix with 40 RGB - backlit Pads
- 25 - Key Gen 2 Dynamic Keybed
- 8 Assignable Endless 360 Rotary Knobs
- 4 Directional Arrows to Navigate Clip Matrix
- Dedicated Scene Launch Buttons
- Includes Ableton Live Lite Music Production Software (Mac/PC)
Specifications:
- Note Keys: 25 velocity - sensitive keys; 10 - octave range with octave up/down buttons
- Clip Buttons: 40 RGB backlit clip - launch buttons in 8x5 matrix
- Knobs: (8) 360º knobs with 4 modes
- Inputs/Outputs: (1) USB port
- Power: USB - bus - powered
- Dimensions: 315mm (12.4”) W x 193mm (7.6”) D x 47mm H (1.9”)
- Weight: 0.9 kg / 2.1 lbs.
Using the APC Key 25 mk2 is a piece of cake. First, connect it to your computer via the USB port. The USB also powers the device, so no extra power source is needed. Once it's connected, you can start using it with the included Ableton Live Lite software.
To play melodies and chords, just press the 25 keys on the Gen 2 Dynamic Keybed. Use the Octave Up/Down buttons to change the note range if you need more notes. The Sustain button can add a smooth and long - lasting sound to your playing.
For clip launching, the 40 RGB - backlit pads on the 5x8 grid are your friends. They accurately represent the clips in your Ableton Live Session. You can easily trigger loops, samples, and Ableton Scenes with them. The 4 directional arrows help you navigate the clip matrix.
The 8 endless 360 - knobs are very useful for adjusting various parameters like volume, pan, and effect sends. In Device Mode, these knobs are automatically mapped to the eight Macro Controls of the selected Ableton Live device, allowing you to control multiple things with one knob.
When it comes to maintenance, keep it clean. Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe it down. Don't expose it to extreme temperatures or humidity. And always make sure to properly disconnect it from the USB port when you're done using it.
