Akai LPK25 Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard Controller

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Play your Mac or iOS music apps wirelessly with this battery-powered Bluetooth MIDI controller's 25 mini-keys. Just plug in a USB cable to use with your PC.

Recognizing the need for a wireless keyboard that doesn't sacrifice functionality or versatility, the Akai LPK25 Wireless takes portability and feature-rich performance to the next level with its Bluetooth MIDI connectivity, allowing players to control their plug-in instruments from anywhere in the room, providing the ultimate in studio setup flexibility.

Powered by 3 AA batteries for a truly untethered experience, the Akai LPK25 Wireless is optimized for long battery life (at least 12 hours of performance time). No batteries? No problem. The LPK25 Wireless can also be powered with the included USB cable.

Light as a Feather, Heavy on Features

Lightweight and perfect for the laptop musician on the go, LPK25 Wireless is full of expressive sound. At the center of the controller is a solid, 25-note mini-keybed with responsive action that experienced players will truly appreciate. Octave-up and octave-down buttons ensure that players are playing in exactly the note range they want. The powerful Arpeggiator mode turns chords into exciting and complex music phrases. The LPK25 Wireless also comes equipped with a sustain pedal input for additional control over every chord, riff and run.

Another advantage of going wireless: No more accidentally disconnecting the USB connection or tripping over power cables in the middle of a performance.

Music Apps-enhanced

The LPK25 Wireless can also connect to any iOS device. Players can rip the keys on countless available music apps for read more truly on-the-go performance, while maintaining a truly mobile setup.

Two of a Kind

Paired with Akai Professional's new LPD8 Wireless Bluetooth MIDI pad controller, these two controllers form an outstanding combo of wireless musical portability. The musical possibilities for mobile producers and performers are virtually unlimited.

"The LPK25 Wireless delivers exactly what mobile producers and performers have been waiting for - a great-sounding, versatile, compact keyboard coupled with complete freedom of motion and no cords to get in the way," said Dan Gill, Product Manager for Akai Professional. "This unit sets the player free, while retaining all the performance and feel they demand. The LPK25 Wireless really redefines what portability is all about."

Features:

- Supports Bluetooth MIDI for iOS and Mac OS X
- USB-MIDI controller works with virtually all audio software
- 25 velocity-sensitive mini-keyboard keys
- Arpeggiator, sustain pedal input, octave up and down and tap tempo controls
- Plug-and-play USB connection for Mac and PC; no driver installation required
- Four programmable memory banks
- Comes with editor software for Mac and PC
- USB bus or battery powered (3 AA, not included)
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- Dimensions (in inches): 14.37" x 4.88" x 1.42"
- Weight: 1.08 lbs (0.49 kg)

System Requirements

Mac:
- USB Connection
- Mac OS X 10.9 or later, iOS 8.0 or later and Camera Connection Kit (Sold Separately)
- Bluetooth
- Max OS X 10.10 or later with Bluetooth 4.0, iOS 9.0 or later with Bluetooth 4.0

Windows:
- USB Connection Only
- Windows 7 or Later

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 4 out of 5 stars. (1 ratings)
Submitted April 3, 2017 by Ken brown in Rocky Point, NY

"this is very cool..."

Overall: 4 out of 5 stars
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what's there to say? It's a simple, straight forward device. Connected to my iphone ARP odyssei app first time around, responds as required. Very cool.Cheaply built, keys are cheap as heck, feels like a total toy, but it works...and thats all that matters. Just don't drop it.

Musical Background:

cover bands, originals, etc

Musical Style:

mostly edm, electronic, but cover band does top 40, mod rock, hip hop, etc.
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