Akai Professional APC Mini MK2 - USB MIDI Pad Controller for Clip Launching with Ableton Live Lite, 64 RGB Pads, Drum and Note Mode and MIDI Mixer

Akai Professional APC Mini MK2 - USB MIDI Pad Controller for Clip Launching with Ableton Live Lite, 64 RGB Pads, Drum and Note Mode and MIDI Mixer

Q: Anyone gets it to work? I got 2 of them but it's not recognized from my computer. I tested 5 different computers including desktop.

It may not work properly with any version of Ableton below 10. I'm not sure if that's the problem but I heard it online that it might not function with older versions of Live.

Q: Can this midi pad controller work with GarageBand on Mac ?

I think it could work with Garage Band but you wouldn't get the full functionality. Since it was designed to work with Ableton it has a specific "language" that makes the LEDs color correspond to the clip colors on Abletons session view. It's full potential is in being a controller to trigger clips in session view so in my opinion it would be a waste for any other DAW and you would be better off with a midi controller that's designed for a more diverse set of conditions instead of the APC mini which is so specific to Ableton session view. It's a one trick pony but it does its one trick pretty well.

Q: Can the apc mini mk2 be used with software other than live? are the keypads / faders assignable to midi messages?

Yes keypads and faders are MIDI messages and can be assigned to other apps.

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Brand
Akai
Connectivity Technology
USB
Special Feature
RGB backlit
Model Name
APCMINI2
Product Dimensions
9.5"D x 8.3"W

🔌USB-powered plug-and-play connectivity

🔲64 vibrant RGB pads for clip launching

🎛️9 assignable faders for hands-on mixing

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AKAI Professional APC Mini MK2 - USB MIDI Pad Controller for Clip Launching with Ableton Live Lite, 64 RGB Pads, Drum and Note Mode and MIDI Mixer

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Description

🎶 Unlock your live set’s full potential with the APC Mini MK2 — where creativity meets control!

PLUG AND PLAY POWER - USB-powered with no extra adapters—ready to perform from studio to stage in seconds
DUAL DRUM NOTE MODES - Smart Scale View and Drum Rack integration let you effortlessly play beats and melodies
HANDS ON MIXER CONTROL - 9 assignable faders including master for tactile volume, pan, and device tweaks
VIVID 64 PAD RGB MATRIX - Launch clips with dynamic color feedback that sparks creativity and live energy
SEAMLESS ABLETON INTEGRATION - Pre-mapped for instant 1-to-1 control with Ableton Live 11.2.7+ for effortless studio flow

The Akai Professional APC Mini MK2 is a compact USB MIDI controller designed for seamless Ableton Live integration. Featuring a bright 8x8 RGB pad matrix with 64 pads, 9 assignable faders, and dual drum/note modes, it empowers producers and performers to launch clips, mix tracks, and play melodies with tactile precision. USB-powered and plug-and-play, it includes Ableton Live Lite and a suite of virtual instruments, making it the ultimate tool for creative looping, mixing, and live performance.

Specifications

Material Type	Plastic
Item Weight	810 Grams
Item Dimensions D x W x H	9.5"D x 8.3"W x 1.3"H
Style	APC Mini
Color	Black
Platform	Mac
Human Interface Input	Buttons
Hardware Platform	General-Purpose
Total USB Ports	1
Control Method	Touch
Noise Control	None
Mixer Channel Quantity	9
Supported Software	Ableton
Connector Type	USB
Hardware Connectivity	USB
Control Type	track faders, clip launching
Connectivity Technology	USB
Additional Features	RGB backlit pads; drum and notes mode; USB powered; pre-mapped for Ableton Live; production software included
Compatible Devices	Laptop

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