Akai LPD8 MK2 Laptop Pad Controller

PREMIUM PAD PERFORMANCE
Great things come in small packages and the the LPD8 delivers in a big way. The sleek MIDI pad controller features 8 velocity-sensitive RGB pads from the flagship MPC X and is up to any pad performance-based duties for the modern beat-making music producer. Produce beats, trigger one-shot samples and loops, or connect to any general MIDI-based DAW for easy hands-on controlling and creation. For pure pad performance, it doesn’t get any better than the LPD8 MIDI pad controller. The LPD8 features the same velocity sensitive RGB-backlit MPC pads as the flagship Akai Professional MPC X.

Experience premium pad quality in a pocket-size performer and rest assured the LPD8 will stand up to the most dynamic performances, from punchy boom-baps to fast-paced finger drumming. The LPD8 features 8 RGB pads which provide real-time feedback for your performances. Customize the colors with the included editor software to organize your samples and audio files. With 8 rotary knobs, you’re in serious command of your MIDI CC, plugin effects, or other parameters with total tactile control.

Features

• 8 velocity-sensitive RGB-backlit MPC pads for premium beat-making
• 8 assignable rotary knobs to control DAW plugins, virtual instruments, and more
• Sturdy, full-size USB jack
• Program and CC Control Send functionality
• Includes MPC Beats Music Production Software featuring thousands of drum samples and plugin instrument sounds.
• Power Via USB
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Specifications

Controls:

1. (8) velocity-sensitive, RGB-lit pads
2. (8) 270° knobs
3. (4) UI buttons
4. Programs: 4 stored programs, configurable via free downloadable editor software
5. Connections: (1) USB port
6. Dimensions (width x depth x height): 12.1” x 3.2” x 1.3” (306 x 81 x 34 mm)
7. Weight: 0.86 lbs. / 0.39 kg