Akai Professional MPD218 USB MIDI Pad Controller

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  • Beat Production, Anywhere - Ultra-portable, feature-packed and USB powered pad controller with 16 thick fat MPC pads for triggering drums, melodic samples, effects and more
  • Expandable Banks - Easily accessible dedicated controls for three pad banks provides a total of 48 assignable pads
  • Assignable Control - 18 fully assignable 360-Degree potentiometers accessible via three banks for controlling DAW, virtual effect and virtual instrument parameters
  • Feature Packed - MPC note repeat and full level controls for immersive expressive performances
  • Comprehensive Software Suite Included - Ableton Live Lite, Drum Synth 500 by AIR Music Tech
  • The MPC Production Experience - Includes MPC Beats Software complete with the finest features and essential production tools from the Akai Professional MPC Series
  • iOS Connectivity Covered - Control your iOS apps and open up a world of pad control capability using the Camera Connection Kit (sold separately)
SizeStandard (Pack of 10)
ColorRed LED Pads
PlatformMac OS X, Windows
InstrumentDrum
Model NameMPD218
Unit Count10 Count
Item Weight20 pounds
Control TypeDrum Pad Controller
ManufacturerinMusic Brands Inc.
Model NumberMPD218
Material TypeRubber
Product StylePad Controller Only
Connector TypeUSB
Control MethodTouch
Instrument KeyAny
Item Type NameAKAI Professional MPD218 - USB MIDI Controller with 16 MPC Drum Pads, 6 Assignable Knobs, Note Repeat & Full Level Buttons and Production Software
Number Of Keys16
Number of Keys16
Special FeatureBeat Maker, Portable
Hardware PlatformPC/Mac
Compatible DevicesLaptop, PC
Hardware InterfaceUSB
Supported SoftwareAbleton Live
Additional FeaturesBeat Maker, Portable
Included ComponentsPower Adapter, Software Suite, USB Cable, User Manual
Keyboard DescriptionErgonomic
Human Interface InputDial, Touch Pad
Connectivity TechnologyUSB
Manufacturer Part NumberMPD218
Akai Professional’s MPD218 is a USB MIDI pad controller for producers, musicians and DJs.
Portable USB pad controller with 16 MPC pads for triggering drums, melodic samples, effects and more

The Ultimate Beat Production Studio Centerpiece

The MPD218 is a MIDI-over-USB pad controller perfect for producers, programmers, musicians and DJs alike.

Its intuitive blend of MPC controls and technologies mesh with seamless USB connectivity to bring the feel of classic beat making into the world of computer music production.

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  1. Easily accessible dedicated controls for three pad banks provides a total of 48 assignable pads

    Professional Pad Performance

    At the heart of MPD218 are 16 ultra-sensitive, hyper-playable Thick Fat MPC pads, ideal for triggering drums, one-shots, melodic samples, basslines and more.

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    Produce Anywhere

    At less than 5cm thick and weighing in at under 1kg, MPD218 provides core sample triggering and DAW control functionality, housed within an ultra-portable, lightweight and slim-line footprint.

  3. 6 assignable knobs with three banks for controlling DAW, virtual effect and instrument parameters

    Take Control

    Whether you’re producing in the studio or performing live, MPD218’s arsenal of controls provides in-demand, fully-assignable functionality that readily adapts to your needs.

  4. MPC note repeat and full level controls for immersive expressive performances

    The MPC Legacy

    With MPD218, core MPC-style controls are present including Akai Professional’s legendary Note Repeat and Full Level.

  5. Drum Synth 500 by AIR Music Tech software included

    Drum Synth 500 by AIR Music Tech

    Adding a professional edge to your production is simple with Drum Synth 500 by AIR Music Tech, an industry leader in the development of production-focused virtual instruments.

  6. Ableton Live Lite production software included

    Ableton Live Lite

    An intuitive DAW providing core-performance and beat-production functionality and offering an intuitive workflow, live remixing capability and professional-quality audio recording / MIDI sequencing.

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MPC Beats Software complete with the essential production tools from the MPC Series

MPC Beats Software

Whatever you set out to achieve, MPC Beats will get you started. Incorporating the finest parts of the legendary MPC workflow, MPC Beats features all the essential tools for pro production.

Edit samples, mixdown your tracks, find any sound with the synth engines found on the legendary MPCs, record audio and much more.

MPC Beats will host your AU/VST plugins so as you expand your arsenal, know you’ll have complete compatibility with industry standard virtual studio technology.

  1. MPC Beats Academy


    Find everything you need to know before you start at AkaiProVideo - YouTube

    Search for our MPC Academy on YouTube and start creating.

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  2. Free Beat Making Software MPC Beats


    MPD 218 comes with included MPC Beats Software.

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  3. MPC Beats Setting Up


    Here you can see how to set up and use everything that MPC Beats Software has to offer.

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