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product_id: 253409957
title: "Akai Professional MPD218 UltraPortable USB BusPowered 16Pad USB/MIDI Pad Controller with MPC Pads, 6 Assignable Knobs, Note Repeat & Full Level Buttons, and Production Software Package Included"
brand: "akai professional"
price: "146343CFA"
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reviews_count: 1
category: "Akai Professional"
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# 16 ultra-responsive MPC pads USB bus-powered, plug & play 6 assignable 360° knobs Akai Professional MPD218 UltraPortable USB BusPowered 16Pad USB/MIDI Pad Controller with MPC Pads, 6 Assignable Knobs, Note Repeat & Full Level Buttons, and Production Software Package Included

**Brand:** akai professional
**Price:** 146343CFA
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎧 Beat like a boss, wherever you go!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Akai Professional MPD218 UltraPortable USB BusPowered 16Pad USB/MIDI Pad Controller with MPC Pads, 6 Assignable Knobs, Note Repeat & Full Level Buttons, and Production Software Package Included by akai professional
- **How much does it cost?** 146343CFA with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/253409957-akai-professional-mpd218-ultraportable-usb-buspowered-16pad-usb-midi-pad)

## Best For

- akai professional enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted akai professional brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Total Control:** 18 fully assignable knobs across 3 banks for ultimate DAW and plugin manipulation.
- • **Compact Powerhouse:** Ultra-portable design lets you create beats anywhere, anytime.
- • **Expandable Creativity:** Access 48 assignable pads via 3 dedicated pad banks to unlock endless sample triggering.
- • **Expressive Performance:** MPC note repeat & full level buttons deliver dynamic, professional-grade rhythm control.
- • **Pro-Ready Software Bundle:** Includes Ableton Live Lite & SONiVOX Big Bang drums for instant studio-grade production.

## Overview

The Akai Professional MPD218 is a sleek, ultra-portable USB/MIDI pad controller featuring 16 thick MPC pads, 6 assignable 360° knobs, and dedicated controls for 3 pad banks totaling 48 assignable pads. Powered via USB, it offers MPC note repeat and full level buttons for expressive beat-making. Compatible with Mac and PC, it comes bundled with Ableton Live Lite and SONiVOX Big Bang software, making it a complete production solution for mobile and desktop music creators.

## Description

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Review: Try before buy - This item is nice, little delay in touch pad. Good for learning.

## Features

- Beat production, anywhere - Ultra-portable, feature-packed and USB powered pad controller with 16 thick fat MPC pads for triggering drums, melodic samples, effects and more
- Expandable banks - Easily accessible dedicated controls for three pad banks provides a total of 48 assignable pads
- Assignable control - 18 fully assignable 360° potentiometers accessible via three banks for controlling DAW, virtual effect and virtual instrument parameters
- Feature packed - MPC note repeat and full level controls for immersive expressive performances
- Comprehensive software suite included - Ableton Live Lite, Sonivox Big Bang cinematic percussion and Big Bang universal drums
- number of items : 1

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0116X17JW |
| Additional Features | Midi Controller |
| Brand | Akai Professional |
| Brand Name | Akai Professional |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Mac and PC |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Connectivity technology | USB |
| Connector Type | USB |
| Control Method | App |
| Control Type | Pad Controller |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 6,531 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00694318016930 |
| Hardware Interface | USB |
| Hardware Platform | PC/Mac/iOS |
| Human Interface Input | Buttons |
| Included Components | MPD218^USB Cable^Software Download Cards^User Guide^Safety & Warranty Manual |
| Instrument | Drum |
| Instrument Key | Any |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 20.3D x 45.7W x 5.1H centimeters |
| Item Type Name | UltraPortable USB BusPowered 16Pad USB/MIDI Pad Controller |
| Item Weight | 2 Pounds |
| Keyboard Description | Controller |
| Manufacturer | inMusic Brands Inc. |
| Material Type | Metal, Plastic |
| Model Name | MPD218 |
| Model Number | MPD218 |
| Model name | MPD218 |
| Noise Control | None |
| Number of Keys | 22 |
| Number of keys | 22 |
| Outer Material | Plastic |
| Platform | Windows, iOS |
| Product Style | Pad Controller Only |
| Product dimensions | 20.3D x 45.7W x 5.1H centimeters |
| Size | MPD218 |
| Special features | Midi Controller |
| Supported Software | Ableton Live Lite, Akai Pro MPC Essentials, SONiVOX Big Bang Cinematic Percussion and Big Bang Universal Drums |
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| UPC | 694318016930 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Description | 1 year local warranty |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Akai Professional
- **Connectivity technology:** USB
- **Model name:** MPD218
- **Number of keys:** 22
- **Special features:** Midi Controller

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: can you change the sensitivity on the pads?**
A: you can change the velosity in a DAW

**Q: I want to use this for live music samples and sound effects during my Podcast.  Is this possible with this board?**
A: Hi, Akai Pro support here! Yes, MPD218 is suitable for this purpose! The supplied software (MPC Beats) will allow you to drag and drop your chosen samples with ease!

**Q: I think i know the answer to this, but is there a 5 pin midi adapter?  i don't want to use a computer.  i want to use outboard gear.**
A: Hi, Akai Pro support here! Thanks for your question. Our MPD218 will only send MIDI via USB. With this said, our MPD226 will allow you to send MIDI via the 1/8" MIDI output; x2 1/8" to 5-pin MIDI adapters are supplied with our MPD226. I hope this helps and If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us directly - amzsupport@inmusicbrands.com 
Thanks, Krishan

**Q: can i use it to be vj?**
A: Hi, Akai Pro support here! The MPD218 can trigger virtually any sound and is compatible with any software that supports MIDI input. If your software allows the input of MIDI data from an external controller, this will be compatible.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Try before buy
*by M***M on 25 October 2020*

This item is nice, little delay in touch pad. Good for learning.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-13*