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| SKU | eru8875 |
| GTIN | 00694318025598 |
| Brand | Akai Professional |
| Model Name | APCKEY25MK2 |
| Color | Black |
| Material | Plastic, Electronic Components |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 7.56 x 12.36 x 1.8 inches (19.2 x 31.4 x 4.6 cm) |
| Weight | 900 grams (1.98 lbs) |
| Number of Keys | 25 |
| Key Type | Velocity-sensitive mini-keys |
| Pads | 40 RGB pads (5x8 matrix) |
| Knobs | 8 assignable rotary knobs |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Power Source | USB bus-powered |
| Included Software | Ableton Live Lite, Hybrid 3, Mini Grand, Velvet |
| Country of Origin | Not stated by manufacturer — US retail version, sourced from authorized US retailers and authorized brand partners |
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Akai Professional APC Key 25 MK2 25-Key USB MIDI Controller | Velocity-Sensitive Keys & RGB Pads
15,934
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Akai Professional APC Key 25 MK2 25-Key USB MIDI Controller | Velocity-Sensitive Keys & RGB Pads
15,934
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The Akai Professional APC Key 25 MK2 offers seamless 1-to-1 integration with Ableton Live, empowering your music production and performance. Its 40 RGB clip-launching pads provide visual feedback for triggering loops and samples, while the 25 velocity-sensitive mini-keys capture your dynamics with precision. Expand your note range using dedicated octave buttons and control effects with 8 assignable rotary knobs.
This controller is designed for immediate use, powered directly via USB for plug-and-play connectivity on both Mac and PC. It includes Ableton Live Lite, along with virtual instruments like Hybrid 3, Mini Grand, and Velvet, giving you a comprehensive production suite right out of the box. Transport controls and directional arrows simplify session management.
Compact and portable, the APC Key 25 MK2 fits easily into a bag, making it ideal for on-the-go creativity. All customs duties and GST are included in the listed price, and it ships via ExpressBox for reliable delivery across India.
Seamless Ableton Live Integration
Designed for a direct 1-to-1 workflow with Ableton Live, the APC Key 25 MK2 offers intuitive control over clip launching, instrument parameters, and transport functions. This ensures a smooth creative process, allowing you to focus on making music without complex setup. It's pre-mapped for Ableton versions 11, 10, and 9, providing immediate usability for producers familiar with the platform.
Ideal for Producers on the Go
This controller is perfect for musicians who need a portable yet powerful setup. Its compact size fits easily into a laptop bag, making it ideal for creating music anywhere inspiration strikes. While it offers robust control, users with extensive track counts in large projects might find dedicated navigation buttons on larger controllers more efficient. For those needing a full-size keyboard or more pads, alternative models exist.
Typical situations where Akai Professional APC Key 25 MK2 25-Key USB MIDI Controller | Velocity-Sensitive Keys & RGB Pads helps — illustrative scenarios, not customer reviews.
A budding music producer in Delhi wants to start creating beats for hip-hop and electronic music.
The APC Key 25 MK2's 40 RGB pads are perfect for triggering drum samples and loops. With Ableton Live Lite included, they can immediately start building tracks, and its compact size allows for production sessions even in smaller living spaces.
A musician in Bangalore needs a portable controller for live performances and jamming with friends.
This controller's USB bus-power and plug-and-play nature mean it can be easily connected to a laptop for gigs or impromptu sessions. The velocity-sensitive keys and assignable knobs provide expressive control, while its lightweight design makes it easy to carry.
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Hardware Interface | USB |
| Supported Software | Ableton Live, Mac, PC |
| Control Method | Touch, Keyboard |
| Cost per use | 1 unit at ₹15,934 — ₹15,934 per unit |
| Shelf life after opening | N/A (Electronic Device) |
| Reapplication math | N/A (Electronic Device) |
| Contraindications | Not compatible with 5-pin DIN MIDI devices without an adapter; requires a computer for operation. |
| Allergens / common irritants | Contains diisononyl phthalate (DINP) as per California Proposition 65. |
| Feature | Akai Professional APC | Others |
|---|---|---|
| Key Count & Type | 25 velocity-sensitive mini-keys | Varies; some local options offer full-size keys or fewer mini-keys, often without velocity sensitivity. |
| Pad Matrix | 40 RGB pads (5x8) with visual feedback | Typically 8 or 16 pads, often without RGB backlighting or with less sophisticated visual feedback. |
| DAW Integration | 1-to-1 mapping for Ableton Live Lite included | May offer generic MIDI mapping or integration with specific DAWs, but often lacks dedicated Ableton integration and bundled software. |
| Included Software | Ableton Live Lite, Hybrid 3, Mini Grand, Velvet | Bundled software is rare or limited to basic demo versions; full DAWs and premium instruments are usually separate purchases. |
| Cost per Unit | 1 unit at ₹15,934 — ₹15,934 per unit | Local 25-key controllers with basic features can range from ₹8,000-₹15,000, often without bundled software or advanced pads. |
About Akai Professional
Akai Professional is renowned for innovative music production tools, empowering creators with intuitive controllers and synthesizers for over 30 years.
Compliance & Legal
No product-specific compliance warnings identified. Standard imported-goods terms apply: customs duties & GST paid; for personal use in India; follow the manufacturer's usage instructions on the packaging.
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