AKAI MPK249

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Included Software

The Akai MPK2 series comes with amazing software so you can start creating right out of the box. Below is the list of included software that comes with the MPK2 series.

• Ableton Live Lite
• Hybrid 3 by AIR Music Tech
• SONiVOX Twist 2.0
• Akai Pro MPC Essentials

You’re In Control

Engineered to be an all-in-one controller solution, the Akai Professional MPK249 is a performance pad and keyboard controller that combines deep software integration, enhanced workflow, and core technologies from the iconic line of MPC workstations. Each member of Akai Pro’s MPK series comes fully loaded with a comprehensive interface for manipulating virtual instruments, effect plugins, DAWs, and more. Plus, MPK249 is optimized to interface directly with your Mac or PC with USB power and plug-and-play connectivity.

• Macintosh: 1.25 GHz G4/G5 or faster (Intel Mac recommended), 1 GB RAM (2 GB recommended), Mac OS X 10.4.11or later
• Windows: 1.5 GHz Pentium 4 or Celeron CPU (multicore CPU recommended), 1 GB RAM (2 GB recommended), Win 10, 8, 7, Vista or XP

Made To Play

The Akai MPK249 comes equipped with 49 semi-weighted, full-size keys and a premium piano-style keybed for unprecedented response and natural feel. Each key is velocity-sensitive and outfitted with aftertouch for dynamic, expressive performances and recordings.

Genuine MPC Functionality

With the MPK249, musicians can incorporate genuine MPC workflow into their productions. MPC Swing lets users obtain that tight, organic groove that made Akai Pro?s MPC so legendary. MPC Note Repeat and 16 Levels make it easy to build sequences using the MPC-style pads.

Production Software

MPK249 is armed with powerful production software?Ableton Live Lite and MPC Essentials. Ableton Live Lite is a fluid audio/MIDI environment that enables musicians and producers to spontaneously compose, record, remix, improvise, and edit musical ideas.

Features

49 semi-weighted, full-size keys with aftertouch

16 RGB-illuminated MPC pads each with 4 banks for 64 pads

24 assignable Q-Link controllers include knobs, faders, and switches (8 of each)

iOS compatibility using the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit (sold separately)

USB-MIDI with 5-pin MIDI input & output

Comprehensive transport and parameter controls for hands-on DAW integration

MPC Note Repeat, MPC Swing, and arpeggiator for rhythmic and melodic manipulation

MPC Full Level, 16 Levels, Tap Tempo, and Time Division assist with dynamics and tempo

Pitch bend, modulation, and octave controls for expressive recording and performing

1 assignable footswitch jack and 1 expression jack

MPK225 MPK249 MPK261 Number of Keys 25 semi-weighted, full-size keys with aftertouch 49 semi-weighted, full-size keys with aftertouch 61 semi-weighted, full-size keys with aftertouch Number of Pads 8 RGB-illuminated MPC-style pads each with 4 banks for 32 pads 16 RGB-illuminated MPC pads each with 4 banks for 64 pads 16 RGB-illuminated MPC-style pads each with 4 banks for 64 pads Number of Faders 0 8 assignable faders 8 assignable faders Number of Knobs 8 assignable control knobs 8 assignable control knobs 8 assignable control knobs Transport ? ? ? Note Repeat ? ? ? Arpeggiator ? ? ? Midi In/Out USB-MIDI with 5-pin MIDI input & output USB-MIDI with 5-pin MIDI input & output USB-MIDI with 5-pin MIDI input & output Footswitch Jacks 1 assignable footswitch jack & 1 expression jack 1 assignable footswitch jack and 1 expression jack 2 assignable footswitch jacks and 1 expression jack Included software Ableton Live Lite, Hybrid 3 by AIR Music Tech, SONiVOX Twist 2.0 & Akai Pro MPC Essentials (downloads) Ableton Live Lite, Hybrid 3 by AIR Music Tech, SONiVOX Twist 2.0 & Akai Pro MPC Essentials (downloads) Ableton Live Lite, Hybrid 3 by AIR Music Tech, SONiVOX Twist 2.0 & Akai Pro MPC Essentials (downloads)