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Akai Professional APC40MKII Ableton Live Performance Controller

Akai Professional

Akai Professional APC40MKII Ableton Live Performance Controller

Name: Singh Electronics
Address: 7003 Steeles Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M9W 0A2, CA
Telephone: +1 (416) 745-1021
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$499.00

$749.00

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SKU: APC40MKII

UPC: 0694318015711

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About: Akai Professional APC40MKII Ableton Live Performance Controller

The APC40 Legacy

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 Controller—APC40. The instrument raised the standards of controller design, revolutionized hardware and software integration, and proved to be an essential performance tool for Ableton Live users everywhere. Building upon this original partnership, Akai Professional now introduces an all-new, reimagined Ableton Live controller—APC40 mkII.

You Asked, We Listened

The new APC40 mkII incorporates five years of user feedback into its design. Almost every aspect of the original APC40 has been deliberated, reworked, and improved to provide extended controller functionality, countless musical capabilities, and a smarter workflow. In addition to its sleek look, veteran APC40 users will immediately notice the enhancements that include an RGB clip-launching grid, reinforced fader design, revised knob lay out, and much more.

Get On The Grid

APC40 mkII features a 5x8 RGB clip-launching grid that’s built for dexterous exploration: launch clips and create or perform your song from the ground up using 40 responsive triggers. RGB lighting provides visual feedback and displays three clip statuses—loaded, playing, and recording—so you can intelligently perform without looking at your computer. You can also color code your clips with the RGB lighting for advanced visual organization, and use the Shift button and directional arrows to manipulate the scope of the 5x8 grid.

Total Control

APC40 mkII comes equipped with an array of assignable faders and knobs: nine reinforced faders and eight channel control knobs are arranged in-line with each channel for an intuitive layout and smarter workflow. Eight Device Control knobs make it easy to tweak device parameters and light up to provide visual feedback of each parameter. In addition, the Sends button enable users to cycle through all eight send buses right from their APC40 mkII. The A/B crossfader has also been reworked and can be assigned and re-assigned without ever having to touch the mouse.

Seamless Integration

APC40 mkII comes pre-mapped to Live (version 9.1.3 or later) for an instant performance and production setup. When APC40 mkII is plugged into your computer, its hardware controls correspond 1 to 1 with Ableton Live’s interface—no additional configuring is required. In addition, all of APC40 mkII’s controls can be re-assigned on the fly for customized setups that change with your performance or production style. APC40 mkII is also powered over USB and supports plug-and-play connectivity, allowing you to take this controller from the studio to the stage or wherever you go. Whether you are an electronic music artist and Live is your canvas, a DJ using Live for performance and real-time mixing, or a more traditional musician using Live on stage or in the studio, you will find the APC40 mkII to be the intuitive, powerful instrument that directly links your inspiration with Ableton Live.

Powerful Production Suite

APC40 mkII comes packed with a music production suite that includes a version of Ableton Live, two high-definition virtual synthesizers, and 5GB of professional samples and loops for immediate out-of-the-box music creation. Ableton Live Lite enables musicians and producers to spontaneously compose, record, remix, improvise, and edit musical ideas in a fluid audio/MIDI environment. Also included is the Puremagnetik Effect Racks, a collection of over 200 sophisticated audio effects engineered for instant sound sculpting. This collection comes packed with an endless variety of channel strips, DJ and live sound effects, glitch racks, amp racks, modulators, filters, beat processors, and noise boxes. Hybrid 3, by AIR Music Tech, is a virtual synthesizer for electronic musicians, DJs, sound designers, and music producers who love to get their hands dirty. Create anything from fat, retro synth sounds to edgy, modern leads and everything in between. SONiVOX Twist is a spectral morphing synthesis virtual instrument. Comprised of a dynamic interface, an advanced pattern generator, and onboard effects, Twist lets you create serious sounds using simple controls. Finally, five Toolroom artist launch packs and five Prime Loops sample packs feature an eclectic mix of sounds from today's electronic music scene. Jumpstart your inspiration with these premium instrumental loops, drum kits, one-shots, and more.

Ableton Live is a trademark of Ableton AG. Akai Professional and AIR Music Technology are registered trademarks of inMusic Brands Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. inMusic is the exclusive distributor of SONiVOX.

Features:

Provides hands-on control of Ableton Live
Seamlessly integrates 1 to 1 with Ableton Live (v9.1.3+)
5x8 clip-launch matrix with RGB feedback for clip status and color coding
9 channel faders, 8 control knobs, and 8 device controls interface with Ableton Live
USB-powered and plug-and-play connectivity for Mac and PC
Sends button for quick access to 8 send buses
Assignable A/B crossfader for dynamic mixing on the fly
Shift button and directional arrows manipulate the scope of the grid
Revised knob layout with in-line controls for streamlined workflow
Production package included: Ableton Live Lite with Puremagnetik Effect Racks, Hybrid 3 by AIR Music Tech, SONiVOX Twist, Prime Loops sample packs, and Toolroom Records artist launch packs (downloads)

Shipping Policy

Please allow 1-2 business days to process an order for in-stock items. Special order/non-stocking items will take longer to process and should be noted on the product page under availability. However, if there are any extended time frames, our team will notify you via phone or email to let you know about any delays or issues. Shipping times are only estimates and are not guaranteed.

We can ship to virtually any address in the world. However, there are some restrictions on select brands and products that cannot be shipped to international destinations. Free shipping is applicable within Canada on orders over $200 before taxes, excluding any heavy items with a fixed shipping fee. Singh Electronics has the right to charge or re-evaluate a shipping rate even after a purchase has been made. For U.S and international orders, a shipping fee will be applicable and calculated based on your location and the dimensions of the item(s). For international orders outside of North America, please email our team at contactus@singhelectronics.ca with the quantity, brand, model number, and your full shipping address including the zip code for a shipping estimate.

If a package is refused or marked undeliverable and returned back to the sender by the shipping carrier, the buyer will be responsible for the return shipping charges and any re-shipping charges. If a refund is approved, we will minus the full cost of the shipping.

Return Policy

We at Singh Electronics offer up to 30 days from the day of delivery or pickup for a return. To be eligible for a return, the item(s) must be in the original packaging, unused, and in the same condition that you received it. If you need to process a return, please submit a return request online or email our team at contactus@singhelectronics.ca. Please include your order number, the reason for the return, and any details about the product you would like to return.

Our team will respond promptly with instructions on how to return the item(s) from your order and issue an RMA (Return Material Authorization) number. Once the RMA number has been issued you have up to 30 days to ensure the product is delivered to the provided return address. Upon receiving the item(s), please allow 7-14 business days for our team to process the return.

Any returns/exchanges after 30 days of delivery will not be accepted. Returned product(s) without an approved RMA (Return Material Authorization) number will not be processed and/or refused. Return shipping and handling costs are the buyer's obligation unless a processing error has occurred. Legal action will be taken if the buyer refuses to take responsibility for these charges along with the cost of any legal expenses that occur.

Product(s) that have been installed, used, or opened cannot be returned or exchanged unless approved by the seller. If approval is granted a restocking fee of up to 40% is applicable.

Please note any special order item(s), which are specified on the product page under availability are subject to a 10% restocking fee on the exchange and a return will not be applicable unless approved by the seller. Any special orders where our team has reached out to confirm extended time frames that are agreed upon by the customer, can not be canceled.

For any unidentified return or lack of response that is aged over 14 days, Singh Electronics will have the right to dispose of such items without notifying the buyer. No replacement will be issued on the unidentified return once it has been disposed of. For your in-store purchase(s) return policy, please refer to your receipt provided at time of sale.

Exempt products/brands

The following brands are exempt from any returns and are considered final sale items:

Brands such as 18 Sound, 7Driver Audio, Alphasonik, American Bass, Autotek, Avatar, B2 Audio, Banda, Blastking, Cerwin Vega, Crescendo Audio, Crunch, CT Sounds, DD Audio, Deaf Bonce, DS18, Eros Alto-Falante, Expert Electronics, Fi Audio, Hifonics, Incriminator, JY Power, Limitless Lithium, Odyssey, Orion, Pride Audio, PRV Audio, Resilient Sounds, Skar Audio, Sky High Car Audio, Soundstream, Stetsom, Sundown Audio, Taramp’s, Timpano, VFL Audio and XS Power are exempt from any returns.

Special Return Periods

Purchases made between Nov. 1 and Dec. 31 are eligible for extended returns until Jan. 31 of the following year provided it is noted as a gift at the time of purchase.

Lost/Stolen/Damaged Products

Singh Electronics and the courier must be notified of any lost, stolen, or damaged product(s) within a 24-48 hour period after delivery. Singh Electronics will submit a claim with the courier to investigate, only when a decision has been reached by the courier can Singh Electronics move forward with a resolution. A shipping claim can take 30-90 days to be fully investigated, please be patient as we are not able to expedite this process. Furthermore, any claims or issues are the responsibility of the courier and will have to be brought up with them. By notifying us, we will attempt to resolve the issue on your behalf but it is not our responsibility once the product has departed our facilities. Insurance on orders is not included but can be purchased by emailing our team.