

MIDI In and Out jacks for controlling external gear iOS compatible using the Camera Connection Kit (not included)

30 presets total, with configurations for most popular DAWs

Classic MPC Note Repeat, MPC Swing, 16 Level, Full Level and Tap Tempo 36 assignable controls accessible via 3 banks 4 assignable faders, 4 assignable Q-Link knobs, 4 assignable Q-Link buttons 64 assignable pads accessible via 4 banks MIDI information is sent over its plug-and-play USB interface for use on Mac or PC, eliminating the need to install any drivers.įeatures:- 16 Thick Fat RGB illuminated velocity and pressure sensitive MPC pads This will enable you to maximize your sound and give you increased control over effects. The MPD226 has an expanded control set featuring four knobs, four faders, four buttons arranged in three banks for 36 total controls versus 12 on the MPD26. Its intuitive blend of MPC controls and technologies mesh with easy USB connectivity to bring the feel of classic beat making into the world of computer music production.Įxperience the DifferenceFirst, Akai stepped up their game by adding ultra-sensitive Thick Fat MPC pads, creating an amazingly responsive user experience. Envelope shapes can be imported from the plug-in’s library, and it is also possible to save user-created settings as new presets.The Akai MPD226 is a MIDI-over-USB pad controller perfect for producers, programmers, musicians and DJs alike. A set of useful editing tools are provided, and can either be moved freely around the grid, or set to snap to specific musical subdivisions. The Grid Editor panel displays an envelope that allows users to edit the plug-in’s time and volume-based effects, with its length equal to one bar at the tempo of the host project. A wet/dry mix control is also present, allowing users to blend between their processed and unprocessed sounds. It is also possible to configure the effects to engage immediately once pressed, or to trigger at the first beat of the next bar. One Shot and Loop play modes cause the effect to either play once for a set time or latch on indefinitely, whilst a Hold mode will keep the effect active only whilst the pad is held down. The pads can be clicked directly within the plug-in or triggered via MIDI, and once engaged, will immediately apply their processing to the input signal. Created in conjunction with AIR and described by the company as "the ultimate rhythmic tool", the plug-in provides a simple and intuitive way to chop beats, create DJ-style scratches, trigger reverse, half time, and pitch-shifting effects and much more.įlex Beat’s GUI provides a grid of 16 performance pads, each of which can be loaded with an effect from the built-in preset library, which is divided into categories based on the style of effect. Flex Beat is the latest software release from music production experts, Akai Pro.
