Akai APC Mini mk2 – Ableton Live Clip Launching Controller

Description

The Akai APC Mini mk2 is a compact, performance-focused clip launching controller built specifically for Ableton Live. Designed for producers, performers, and live loopers, it delivers hands-on control of clips, scenes, instruments, and effects in an ultra-portable format—perfect for studio sessions or stage performance.

With 64 RGB-backlit pads, assignable faders, and advanced performance modes like Drum, Notes, and Smart Scale, the APC Mini mk2 turns Ableton Live into a tactile, expressive instrument while taking up minimal desk or bag space.

Features

• Dedicated Ableton Live clip launching controller

• 8×8 grid with 64 RGB-backlit pads

• Scrollable clip matrix for large sessions

• 9 assignable faders for volume, pan, sends, and macros

• Dedicated Scene Launch buttons

• 4 directional arrows for navigating the clip grid

• Drum Mode for seamless Ableton Drum Rack control

• Notes Mode for melodic playing of instruments

• Smart Scale View for key and scale-locked performance

• Device Mode maps faders to Ableton Macro controls

• Soft keys for Solo, Mute, Stop, and Record Arm

• USB bus-powered for plug-and-play portability

Specifications

• Controller Type: Clip launching controller for Ableton Live

• Pad Matrix: 8 × 8 (64 RGB-backlit pads)

• Faders:

  • 8 × assignable track faders

  • 1 × assignable master fader

• Performance Modes:

  • Clip Launch

  • Drum Mode

  • Notes Mode

  • Smart Scale Mode

• Connectivity:

  • 1 × USB Type-B

• Power: USB bus-powered

• Compatibility:

  • Ableton Live (optimized)

  • macOS / Windows

• Software Included:

  • Ableton Live Lite

  • AIR Music Tech instruments (Hybrid 3, Mini Grand, Velvet)

Dimensions

• 240 × 210 × 32 mm

Weight

• 0.81 kg

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