Akai LPD8 MK2 USB MIDI Laptop Pad Controller

Add velocity-sensitive RGB-backlit pads and knobs to your mobile or desktop setup with the sturdy and portable Akai LPD8 MK2 USB MIDI laptop pad controller.

Akai LPD8 Laptop Pad Controller

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Plug this USB pad controller into your Mac or PC to control any MIDI-capable software. Plus, at less than 13 inches across, it fits in your laptop bag.

The LPD8 laptop pad controller is a USB-MIDI controller for musicians, producers, DJs and other music creators. It measures less than 13 inches across and weighs less than a pound to easily fit into a laptop case, backpack or messenger bag for extreme portability.

Features

- USB-MIDI controller works with virtually all audio software
- Eight backlit, velocity-sensitive drum pads can send note or program change
- Eight Q-Link knobs for controlling virtually any parameters in software
- Plug-and-play USB connection for Mac and PC requires no driver installation
- Small enough to fit in a backpack or laptop bag
- Four programmable memory banks
- Comes with editor software for Mac and PC
- USB bus powered - no additional power cable needed

The LPD8 is based on Akai Professional's MPC line of iconic music production stations. Producers who love the feel of the MPC and want to work with software on their computer will find that the LPD8 gives their laptop the controls they prefer over a mouse and keyboard.

The LPD8 has eight orange light-up pads that are velocity sensitive for programming rhythmic or melodic parts. The pads can also send program-change information to software. Additionally, the LPD8 has eight assignable Q-Link knobs you can assign to virtually any parameters in their software for hands-on control.

The LPD8 works plug and play with Mac and PC and requires no software driver installation or wall power for operation. It has four memory banks for programming and read more recalling settings appropriate to different software programs you use.

Make music in any setting with the LPD8.
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Includes:
- LPD8 controller
- USB cable
- Software CD

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 401-658-4032
Web: http://www.akaipro.com/support

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (7 ratings)
Submitted January 5, 2010 by a customer from yahoo.com

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Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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With few exceptions, not related to the device itself but the editing software, this is the perfect pad controller for the mobile laptop studio.
Sound
Excellent little travel pad controller. Can handle most any beat you throw at it.
Features
For this one I have to give it a 9. The only reason I am giving it a 9 is the included software is confusing and Akai does not have any presets for popular software included or on their site.
Ease of Use
Again, a 9 because of the trouble programing it. The device itself is fairly easy to use, but the software needs revamped.
Quality
Sturdy, and solid pads with quality knobs. You can't go wrong with this mini-Controller.
Value
Inexpensive and well built. The only way you can go wrong is if you need more controls.
Manufacturer Support
I assume it will be excellent, but I don't know yet.
The Wow Factor
Nice look, easy to use, and travels well. Need I say more.

Musical Background:

Hobbyist transitioning to Professional Musician

Musical Style:

Experimental
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