Novation impulse 49 vs akai mpk249 comparison homestudiomaven. 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. The apc20 is built with a rugged, metal chassis and slipproof rubber detailing. Im trying to figure out what will be good to buy, but its a really hard choice for me. Hi guys, i dont know wich subreddit i need to post this in since there is an ableton and abletonlive.
The iconic launchpad has received a total overhaul. Akai professional apc40 ableton performance controller. 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 maudio axiom air mini 32. When it comes to such a comparison i think the launchpad totally kicks the apc20s ass big time. The instrument raised the standards of controller design, revolutionised hardware and software integration, and proved to be an essential tool for. Works well with ableton the included software, however it would be nice if it were easier. Akais apc line of ableton live controllers has seen a complete refresh just in time for the musikmesse convention in frankfurt, germany. So its an all in one apcmidi keyboard controller made to work seamlessly with ableton live.
Does the novation launchpad offer anything my apc40 doesnt. The original lineup was used by live performers around the world, and until abletons push was released were considered the most integrated controller option. Akai apc40 vs novation launchpad post by tone deft. 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.
Find out which is better and their overall performance in the keyboard controller ranking. Faders are solid and precise for pinpoint performance. We go over these midi keyboards features, value for money, drum pads, faders, and more. The original akai apc40 is one of the rare breed of products in the computer music age to achieve iconic status. Getting the novation is cheaper, but you also get a neutered version of ableton live, which i think iirc can only handle 8 tracks. 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. 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. 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 pro apc40 mkii is ranked 2nd while launchpad pro is ranked 4th. This unique software demands an equally unique control instrument. The main difference between this and the other apc controllers in the past is this one has 25 keys on it as well. 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. Read more about the different sections of the apc20. The akai professional apc20 transforms your ableton live 8 software experience from constructing tracks on a computer to a fluid, musical creation.
What is the difference between akai professional mpk 49 and novation sl mkii 49. I recently are instressted in ableton its an amazing software program im using. Anyone know of any sample player software i can use with this apart from. 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. All you have to do is register your novation gear, and one offer will be featured in your novation account every couple of months. Engineered specifically for the mobile musician and the desktop producer, apc mini concentrates the essential features of the apc40 mkii, akai. 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. See more ideas about home studio music, ableton live and dj setup. 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. 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. So im upgrading my set up so that i can do more stuff with live looping. 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.
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. Dexterous, versatile, and powerful, the only thing mini about this ableton controller is the size. Oct 08, 2015 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. I have a launchpad mini and clearly is not enough since i need more functions to work with, and i usually. Aug 15, 2014 the original akai apc40 is one of the rare breed of products in the computer music age to achieve iconic status. When it comes to such a comparison i think the launchpad totally kicks the apc20 s ass big time. Akai apc mini ableton performance usb controller groove. 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 professional apc20 ableton live performance controller. 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.
It gives you everything you need to start performing in ableton live and itll fit in your bag. Launchpad pro is the simplest and best way to create dynamic, expressive performances in any music software. Apc mini is the most portable all in one ableton controller solution with akai pro build quality. 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. The apc20 was codeveloped by ableton and akai professional. Akai pro will introduce the apc20 at the 2010 winter namm show in anaheim, ca, booth 6400, january 1417. 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. 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. A subreddit for users of the music software ableton live.
Maschine and ableton push are much more expensive but they are first of all much powerful controllers with much more. Find out more about our music production services on s. 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. Akai professional has introduced the apc20 ableton performance controller. Akai professional apc20 compact professional ableton controller ableton live software is a powerful, flexible environment for creating, performing, and producing music. 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. View profile view forum posts private message tech guru join date mar 2011 location uk. 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. 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. 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. 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.
Start making and performing tracks with ableton live wherever you are, using the huge array of sounds in the box to get you started. Viewing 2 posts 1 through 2 of 2 total author posts july. 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. Akai apc40 vs novation launchpad post by tone deft mon oct 26, 2009 11. 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. 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. Viewing 10 posts 1 through 10 of 10 total author posts october 8, 2015 at 12. Launchpad x vs mini mk3 custom layout tutorial novation launchpad. As a launchpad owner i was initially sad about not having waited for apc20 but after i saw the specs i recovered.
Akai professional mpd series vs novation launchpad pro. Launchpad mini is our most compact and portable 64 rgb pad midi grid controller. Akai professional apc20 compact professional ableton. Find answers to common questions, get help and ideas from other live users, or contact ableton support. Home keyboard controller comparison akai professional mpk 49 vs novation sl mkii 49. Novation launchpad vs akai apc40 the dsp project on vimeo. 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. Jan 14, 2010 akai intros apc20 compact ableton controller novation launchpad killer 2010 namm show. Akai intros apc20 compact ableton controller novation launchpad killer 2010 namm show. 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 advanced production hardware and software. Until now i didnt know the mpk lacks an automap feature the akai max does, fyi.
And yes i will be doing videos on the apc40 in the future including live performance stuff. Novation launchpad testing out with an akai apc40 youtube. 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. Akai apc40 vs novation launchpad pros and cons and. Personally, i like working with ableton live for samples and midi because im comfortable with the. Akai professional mpd series is a popular option in the middle of the midi controllers price range.
Bring the sounds and effects of our iconic synths directly to your daw. Ableton live 8 software is a powerful, flexible environment for creating, performing, and producing music. Creative control the apc20 comes with ableton live akai professional apc edition software, which is fully functional for performance and production. 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 apc20 dj tools dj packages dj lighting dj software. I feel like moving on from just using the piano roll in logic 9. Numark stealth kontrol x1 akai lpd8 apc20 novation launchpad numark mixdeck traktor pro 2 ableton live 8. Akai professional and ableton are proud to present the apc20 compact professional ableton live performance. The most important reason people chose akai pro apc40 mkii is. Will this be a good idea for my first like launchpad if you will. Akais new apc key 25, apc40 mkii, apc mini dj techtools. Akai intros apc20 compact ableton controller novation.
Enhanced with rgb led feedback, and velocity and pressuresensitive pads, launchpad pro brings limitless expression and creativity to your music. Includes ableton live lite, and a bundle of other software, including airs hybrid 3 synth. 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. Akai mpk mini mkii is a very popular option in the middle of the midi controllers price range. The controller has buttons dedicated to actions in lives session view and is laid out exactly like the daw. Akai mpc40 vs novation launchpad which one to buy digital. 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 instrument raised the standards of controller design, revolutionised hardware and software integration, and proved to be an essential tool for ableton live users everywhere. There are three new controllers that each target their own potential users. Mar 25, 2015 in this video we demonstrate akai s very inspiring apc40 mk2 performance controller for ableton. Akai apc40 vs novation launchpad pros and cons youtube.
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