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product_id: 497797896
title: "APC Mini MK2 USB MIDI Pad Controller | 64 RGB Pads, 9 Faders, Drum and Note Mode, 1:1 Mapping for Ableton Live, for Live Performance and Music Production"
brand: "akai professional"
price: "161697CFA"
currency: XOF
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category: "Akai Professional"
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# USB plug-and-play, no extra power needed 64 RGB pads with vibrant visual feedback 9 assignable faders for hands-on control APC Mini MK2 USB MIDI Pad Controller | 64 RGB Pads, 9 Faders, Drum and Note Mode, 1:1 Mapping for Ableton Live, for Live Performance and Music Production

**Brand:** akai professional
**Price:** 161697CFA
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your beats with APC Mini MK2 — where studio precision meets stage-ready flair!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** APC Mini MK2 USB MIDI Pad Controller | 64 RGB Pads, 9 Faders, Drum and Note Mode, 1:1 Mapping for Ableton Live, for Live Performance and Music Production by akai professional
- **How much does it cost?** 161697CFA with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- akai professional enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted akai professional brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Dual Drum & Note Modes:** Effortlessly switch between beat-making and melodic play with Smart Scale View
- • **Versatile Fader Control:** 9 faders including master for mixing, panning, and device macros
- • **Ultra-Portable Powerhouse:** Compact, USB-powered design fits your laptop bag for creativity anywhere
- • **Vibrant 64-Pad RGB Matrix:** Launch clips, loops, and samples with dynamic color feedback
- • **Seamless Ableton Live Integration:** 1:1 pre-mapped control for instant studio and stage workflow

## Overview

The APC Mini MK2 is a compact USB MIDI controller designed for seamless 1:1 integration with Ableton Live, featuring 64 RGB backlit pads, 9 assignable faders, and dual drum/note modes. Perfect for live performance and music production, it offers plug-and-play connectivity, a portable design, and includes Ableton Live Lite plus a virtual instrument pack to unleash your creativity anywhere.

## Description

APC Mini MK2 is the ultimate compact solution for music creation in any environment. Enjoy 1-to-1 integration into the Ableton workflow, perfect for creative looping, remixing, and experimenting.Bright 64 RGB-Backlit PadsWhether in the studio or on stage, get a brilliant and precise representation of your Ableton Live session clips. Launch and activate loops, instruments, vocals, and more with confidence.9 Assignable FadersAPC Mini MK2 has 9 faders automatically mapped to the eight Macro Controls of Ableton Live’s selected device. Control multiple parameters with one Master fader to generate totally innovative sounds.Drum and Note ModesThe Drum sample mode features seamless integration with Ableton Drum Rack. Even without a MIDI Controller, Note mode enables you to play melodies effortlessly for inspirational performances.Real-Time Project FeedbackWith Smart Scale View Mode, the musical key currently selected is also visible across the pads to ensure you know what scale you’re in without having to reference your laptop screen.Dedicated Scene Launch Buttons with Soft KeysTo activate a group of clips, press one of the Scene Launch buttons to the right of the pad matrix. Hold Shift and press one of the Soft Keys to change the function of the Clip Stop Buttons.4 Directional Arrow ButtonsMove around the clip matrix with ease using the directional arrow buttons. When navigating large Ableton Live sessions, the intuitive directional arrows enable quick movement without missing a beat.Always In Your Bag PackWrite and perform anywhere you find inspiration. APC Mini MK2 fits into your laptop bag for sleek music control at any opportunity. Plug and play via standard USB cable (*bag not included).

## Features

- Complete Control -Ableton Live Clip Launching MIDI Controller, perfect for creative looping, mixing, home studio and live performing; Connect to Ableton Live and control all your studio equipment
- Ableton Live Lite Included - An industry-leading DAW for PC and Mac; Capture ideas, live performances, record, mix and unleash your creativity; APC Mini MK2 is pre-mapped for 1-to-1 integration with Ableton 11;2;7 onwards
- Bright 8x8 RGB Pad Matrix - 64 RGB pads for launching clips in Ableton Live providing visual color feedback; Trigger everything from Loops, Vocals, and melodic samples for instant creativity
- 9 Assignable Faders - With 8 assignable faders + 1 master fader instantly map to Ableton Live's mixer for hands-on mix control of volume, pan, or devices; Use Device mode to control Ableton macros
- Drum and Note Modes -The Drum sample mode features seamless integration with Ableton Drum Rack; With the inbuilt Smart Scale View, Note mode enables you to visually play melodies effortlessly
- Instant Connectivity - APC Mini MK2 is powered over USB and supports plug-and-play connectivity, for seamless integration from the studio to the stage for Mac and PC, no batteries or power adapters needed
- DAW Integration - Comprehensive virtual instrument pack including Hybrid 3 - powerful polyphonic analog synth, Mini Grand - acoustic piano instrument, and Velvet -vintage electric piano instrument

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0BPC32YZ1 |
| Additional Features | Backlit Drum Pad, Compact, Lightweight, Portable, Programmable |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2,008 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #9 in Computer Recording MIDI Controllers |
| Brand Name | Akai Professional |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Laptop, PC |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Connector Type | USB |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Control Type | track faders, clip launching |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,554) |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00694318025604 |
| Hardware Interface | USB 2.0 Type B |
| Hardware Platform | General-Purpose |
| Human Interface Input | Buttons |
| Included Components | APC mini mk2 USB Cable, Ableton Live Lite (download), User Guide, Software Download Cards, Safety & Warranty Manual |
| Instrument | MIDI Controller |
| Instrument Key | Any |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 8.28"D x 9.48"W x 1.2"H |
| Item Type Name | APC Mini MK2 - USB MIDI Pad Controller for Clip Launching with Ableton Live Lite, 64 RGB Pads, Drum and Note Mode and MIDI Mixer |
| Item Weight | 810 g |
| Keyboard Description | Ergonómico |
| Manufacturer | inMusic Brands Inc. |
| Manufacturer Part Number | APCMINI2 |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Mixer Channel Quantity | 9 |
| Model Name | APCMINI2 |
| Model Number | APCMINI2 |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Noise Control | None |
| Platform | Mac, Windows |
| Product Style | APC Mini |
| Supported Software | Ableton Live |
| Total USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| UPC | 694318025604 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Description | 1 year manufacturer. |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Akai Professional
- **Connectivity Technology:** USB
- **Model Name:** APCMINI2
- **Product Dimensions:** 8.28"D x 9.48"W x 1.2"H
- **Special Feature:** Backlit Drum Pad, Compact, Lightweight, Portable, Programmable

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Anyone gets it to work? I got 2 of them but it's not recognized from my computer. I tested 5 different computers including desktop.**
A: It may not work properly with any version of Ableton below 10. I'm not sure if that's the problem but I heard it online that it might not function with older versions of Live.

**Q: sirve para trabajar con sunlite2 ?**
A: Si

**Q: Can this midi pad controller work with GarageBand on Mac ?**
A: I think it could work with Garage Band but you wouldn't get the full functionality. Since it was designed to work with Ableton it has a specific "language" that makes the LEDs color correspond to the clip colors on Abletons session view. It's full potential is in being a controller to trigger clips in session view so in my opinion it would be a waste for any other DAW and you would be better off with a midi controller that's designed for a more diverse set of conditions instead of the APC mini which is so specific to Ableton session view. It's a one trick pony but it does its one trick pretty well.

**Q: Can the apc mini mk2 be used with software other than live?  are the keypads / faders assignable to midi messages?**
A: Yes keypads and faders are MIDI messages and can be assigned to other apps.

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*Last updated: 2026-07-30*