Akai lpk25 keyboard controller software#
The LPD8 also has eight assignable Q-Link knobs to which users can assign virtually any parameters in their software for hands-on control. The pads can also send program-change information to software. The LPD8 has eight blue light-up pads that are velocity sensitive for programming rhythmic or melodic parts. While the smallest model, the MPC500 is quite portable, many producers prefer to work with software on their computer and the LPD8 gives their laptop the controls they prefer over a mouse and keyboard. The LPD8 is based on Akai Professional’s MPC line of iconic music product stations. Each model is 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. The LPD8 and LPK25 are USB-MIDI controllers for musicians, producers, DJs and other music creators. Leave a comment with your thoughts on these bad boys! Korg’s nanoKontrol MIDI controllers feel a bit flimsy, so if Akai improves on this and stays competitive with their price, they’ll have a couple of winners.ĭetails below. With the LPD8 and LPK25, Akai is taking on Korg’s nanoKontrol line directly. The LPD8 and LPK25 will make their official debut at Akai Professional’s booth, number 400, at the Summer NAMM Show held at the Nashville Convention Center, July 17 – 19. 2009 Summer NAMM Show: Hotness! Akai Professional has introduced the LPD8 laptop pad controller and LPK25 laptop performance keyboard controller.