would you recommend this product over akai mpd26
1254693
I have had my hands on both. For the portability I kept the Korg. The MPD had more knobs and sliders but I found I never used them in application
1254694
The general consensus around various forums seems to be that the the Korg's pads are much more sensitive than the Akai's. I recenty purchased the PK and have no complaints; the pad sensitivity is indeed spot on.
1777040
Yes! Call the Akai help line. They are very helpful for the most part. Until we figured that it will not have ful capability with logic 9. Lol
1744538
Which is "better" just depends on your personal layout preferences and work flow. They all essentially do the same thing. The 2 main differences are if you want 4 channels (N4) or if you want velocity sensitive pads (Mixtrack or DDJ). I believe the DDJ is also built for Serato so if you're a Traktor/VDJ user you may want to avoid that one as well.
699193
We have sold both units you're asking about for years and they are both wonderful! Both have good pre-amps and are built well. And both work well with all of the current DAWs. Don't stress, either will serve you well!
312138
There are still a few hardware samplers out there. They would be the most similar to what you're asking about. Here are a few to compare: http://www.samash.com/akai-mpc-studio-music-production-controller-ampcstudi http://www.samash.com/electribe-s-sampler--keltribes-p http://www.samash.com/roland-sp-404sx-portable-sampler-rsp404sxx http://www.samash.com/korg-kp3-effects-sampler-kkp3plusx Please let us know if you have any questions, or if there is anything we can do to help.
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Thank you for your interest in The Woodwind & Brasswind. Unfortunately, Akai has restricted us from shipping their new products to the UK. However, we do have a Used MPD26 for sale on our website listed in Mint Condition for only $140.12 which we are able to ship! This was a product that was owned for a very breif window and returned to us, and is garenteed to look and function like a brand new item. Here is the link to the MPD26 product page on The Woodwind & Brasswind site. Select the "Buy Used" tab to see the listing, and check out through the online cart for accurate international shipping rates, as well as an estimate for any additional duties & taxes. http://www.wwbw.com/Akai-Professional-MPD26-Performance-Pad-Controller-584552-i1504737.wwbw We appreciate you choosing The Woodwind and Brasswind. Please feel free to contact us if you have any other questions or concerns, or if you are not completely satisfied with the service you have received from us today. We appreciate your feedback. http://www.wwbw.com/ (800) 348-5003
177318
if u can... i suggest u go for the audioengine d1. its performance is superior to this. but if ur using it for headphones only.... this wil def. do the job.
2090368
Yes. If the software supports midi it will support this device. But I suggest just saving up a little more for an mpk25 or one of the other keyboard/drum pad combos. Also I was dissatisfied with the sensitivity of the pads themselves. Ended up reselling mine on craigslist within 2 months of buying it.
1728762
I think it's better launkey because the keys are bigger than the mini akai while still being portable. the launch key also has more pads
1619448
yes it is and iam thinking about selling my akai pro because i upgraded to a motu 896mk3, email if interested: stoney295@hotmail.com
449485
As a previous owner of both; I can empathically state that the Audio Technica At-LP1240 is not a good substitute for the Technics MK2 model (1200, 1210, 1600, 1700, 1800) turntables. I suggest anyone in the market for a great turntable should consider saving their money and purchase a MK2 model. You can easily find a used MK2 online for about $300. The overall build quality, the tonearm precision, and the sound of the MK2 models are significantly better than the AT-120. In other words; there is absolutely no comparison.
51986
Yes, for the ADAT alone, but only if you dream of picking up the 8-channel mic preamp. If you're questioning about the extra 2 inputs, then I doubt you'll need to spend the extra. For me, the more inputs, the better. Not everyone has the need to mic a drum set or more than two acoustic instruments at once like I do. For me, this is just the beginning, I'm gonna keep looking for a good used 8-channel preamp. The reason I got this is because my old, reliable MOTU 896HD with 8 mic/inst inputs up and died on me.
1154031
It will work, but you'll prolly have no lights. It'll send the MIDI but unless a DAW knows how to "talk back" to it, no lights will come up. If that DAW is automatically listening for MIDI data, it'll work out of the box. If there's a place to select MIDI controllers or enable them, you should only have to do that. Bottom line, it'll probably work, but you're also better off with a keyboard or control surface, in my opinion. EDIT: It does come with Ableton Live, albeit a very limited version of it. My suggestion is: Do stuff in your DAW, and then export the audio from the instruments. Load in Ableton and do all sidechaining on it (EQing before bouncing is fine). That way, should you want the LP S for Live Performances, you can use it. If you want it for production, I suggest you get something else. Novation has great keyboards with sliders and knobs, I'd get that.
1954258
That's all up to your software. The Akai is just an interface to get your sound to your computer.
233852
It has some nice features for small situations like you're describing. Also does nicely as a mixer for a starter studio. This model may fit your budget, but I'd also look at the 14ZED60FX. 4 XLR inputs may seem like a lot. On my first outing with this I used every XLR, and I was sure 4 was *more* than I needed. This is a terrific mixer - lots of features and intentional quality.
2120204
Roland A800 pro is absolutely better, no doubt about. Incomparable with any other
1402603
I have ableton and cubase and it works almost seamlessly with them. The only negative criticism is of myself for not getting the 4i4 or better because of the lack of the midi-in on the 2i2 ( the higher input models have midi ins). But that oversight wasy own because I said,'I'll never need it....' And behold, my keyboard without midi-control capability because I didn't spend the few extra. But the quality is stellar. If they continue to make these this well I will continue to buy them! -Ck