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Akai MPD 218 – MIDI Pad Controller

Name: Akai MPD 218 - MIDI Pad Controller
SKU: 137392932
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R2,390.00

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SKU: 137392932 Category: Midi Controllers Brand: Akai

Description

Choose Your Weapon: Building on the success of the original, the feature-packed MPD2 Series gives you amazing creative musical ammo with Thick Fat backlit MPC pads, improved controls and new bundled software

OK, it was a tall order. We admit it. People loved the original MPDs so much that we didn’t want to mess with success.

But we did.

The MPD2 Series is a product of over six years of detailed customer research and user feedback. We asked what you wanted and we listened closely. We took what you told us and turned it into the most capable and user-friendly line of pad controllers Akai Professional has developed to date.

Nitty-Gritty

The MPD218 is a MIDI-over-USB pad controller perfect for producers, programmers, musicians and DJs alike. 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.

Experience the Difference

First, we stepped up our game by adding new, ultra sensitive Thick Fat MPC pads, creating an amazingly responsive user experience. The MPD218 also has an expanded control set of six knobs in three banks versus one control on the previous MPD18 model. This will enable you to maximize your sound and give you increased control over effects.

MIDI information is sent over its plug-and-play USB interface for use on Mac or PC, eliminating the need to install any drivers. The USB connection powers the MPD218 so the included USB cable is all you need.

Goodies

Along with the improved functionality we’ve added iOS compatibility using the Camera Connection Kit (sold separately) and included over $400 of free software. Titles include: MPC Beats, Big Bang Drums and Big Bang Cinematic Percussion from Sonivox, Ableton Live Lite, and Software Preset Editor.

Our MPD2 Series marks an important evolution of the pad controller. Many years of research and customer feedback has led directly to some of the most capable pad controllers we’ve ever developed. These MPDs are the perfect bridge between your creativity and your computer-based studio.

MPC 2.0 UPGRADE READY (Optional)

We are pleased to announce that the critically acclaimed MPC Software 2.0 upgrade is now available to purchase for your MPD, greatly enhancing the capability and functionality from the included MPC Essentials.

MPC Software 2.0 is a cutting-edge production suite combining 128-track sequencing capability, real-time time stretching, clip-launch functionality, advanced MIDI editing capability, VST compatibility in controller mode, operation as a standalone application on Mac & PC, advanced sampling & audio editing/recording functionality, seamless DAW integration, a redesigned GUI, Ableton Link Compatibility and much more. Whether you’re seeking freedom from computer based music production, or searching for the perfect controller for DAW-centric creative exploration, MPC Software 2.0 grants the ultimate in adaptive creative versatility.

KEY FEATURES

16 Thick Fat backlit MPC pads
48 assignable pads accessible via 3 banks
18 assignable 360-dgree potentiometers accessible via 3 banks
MPC Note Repeat and Full Level
iOS compatible using the Camera Connection Kit (sold separately)
16 configurable presets
USB powered, no AC adapter required
Includes Ableton Live Lite, MPC Beats, Sonivox Big Bang Cinematic Percussion and Big Bang Universal Drums

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SHIPPING: All deliveries in Gauteng under the value of R3500 will have a delivery charge of R95 All deliveries outside Gauteng under R5000 will have a delivery charge of R115. All deliveries will be booked on economy road freight, which for Gauteng means next business day delivery and outside Gauteng means 1-3 business days delivery. We do not deliver outside of South Africa PRICE PROMISE: We are dedicated to our customers when it comes to pricing, quality, advice, value and service. We promise to always offer our customers the best we can in terms of the above and offer to match, if possible, any cheaper written quote, not older than 5 days from a local company on any products we have in stock at that time provided we do not run at a loss. RETURNS AND REFUNDS: Sound Of Ministry will give a store credit, exchange or refund on any online purchases within 7 days from the date of purchase as long as the item packaging has not been damaged in any way, and the item has not been used or installed and is returned in the original packaging and that the relevant proof of purchase is provided. A 15% handling fee may be charged on opened/used purchases subject to viewing. Software products cannot be exchanged or refunded. Products will not be refunded or exchanged due to incompatibility. Please check compatibility information before placing an order. A courier collection fee of R100.00 may be charged on credits and exchanges or refunds. Any item wanting to be returned must be done before a credit/refund/exchange will take place. Where you buy installation services through the Sound Of Ministry website, you agree that Sound Of Ministry can start providing the services once an assessment has taken place before 7 days have passed from the date that you bought the services. Returned goods need to be inspected by trained technical staff before a decision is made as to how the return will be handled. Items cannot simply be exchanges before this procedure has been followed. Depending on how the purchase was made, it may take up to 10 working days to process. Sound of Ministry adheres to the Consumer Protection Act and will base any return on the statutes of the Act.

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