Akai MPD218 MIDI Pad Controller

The Akai MPD218 MIDI Pad Controller is an excellent choice if you want a USB pad controller that gets right to the point. You won’t find a better option anywhere else. The MPD218 is pre-loaded with 16 authentic MPC pads, each with a feel that is clearly thick and fat. Moreover, you have the ability to switch between three banks, giving you control over a total of 48 pads. The same is true for the six assignable pots, which provide you control over 18 different parameters, including volume, pan, filter cutoff, and a variety of other settings. MPC Note Repeat is one of the other MPC features on the Akai MPD218 MIDI Pad Controller that old-school music creators like, and everyone can appreciate the way that class compliant USB lets you hook up your computer or iOS device in a completely hassle-free manner.

Akai Professional MPD218 USB Pad Controller Features:

• A straightforward MIDI-over-USB pad controller with 16 genuine MPC pads
• Thick and fat MPC pads include LED backlighting for visual feedback
• A set of 6 360-degree knobs offer hands-on control over continuous parameters
• Equipped with classic MPC functions such as Note Repeat and Full Level
• 3 control layers offer 48 pads and 18 knobs worth of control
• Instantly jump between 16 configurable presets
• USB powered and class compliant for use with your computer or iOS device
• Software package includes free titles from Ableton, Akai Professional, and Sonivox