Novation launch control vs akai lpd8 audiobus forum. The apc40 was the very first dedicated ableton live controller. The macpc for the lpd8 is easy to use, not sure about the launch control. Ive tried novation and arturia mini controllers and found akai the. I have been making music for years but this is all new to me. Akai controllers vs novation controllers gearslutz. Novations launchcontrol xl has the faders and knobs you. Home forums digital dj gear novation launchkey mini mk2 vs akai apc key 25 this topic has 1 reply, 2 voices, and was last updated 2 years, 9 months ago by chuck van eekelen. The main difference between this and the other apc controllers in the past is this one has 25 keys on it as well.
Buy akai professional apc mini compact usb buspowered 64button clip launcher midi controller for ableton live. Apc mini is the most portable allinone ableton controller solution with akai pro build quality. How about a video showing some ways of using the apc when playing live. I dont know wich subreddit i need to post this in since there is an ableton and abletonlive. Get a low price and free shipping on thousands of items. But what i noticed when i was selling midi controllers is that the novation has what it takes to perform a good live set. In this video we demonstrate akai s very inspiring apc40 mk2 performance controller for ableton. In response to the popular novation launchpad akai have released the apc20 weighing in at the same price point but with faders clearly the apc20 is going to. Im looking in to getting either the akai apc mini or the novation launchpad mini for use in ableton live 9. Home forums digital dj gear akai mpc40 vs novation launchpad which one to buy this topic has 9 replies, 3 voices, and was last updated 4 years, 6 months ago by pushpressturntwist. Novation launchpad mini mk3 grid controller for ableton live 4. Engineered specifically for the mobile musician and the desktop producer, apc mini concentrates the essential features of the apc40 mkii, akai pros flagship ableton controller, into a compact design that fits in your backpack. Got your own thoughts on using the novation launchpad vs the. So its an all in one apcmidi keyboard controller made to work seamlessly with ableton live.
When comparing launchpad pro vs akai pro apc40 mkii, the slant community recommends akai pro apc40 mkii for most people. My concerns are keyboard feel, ease of programming and most of all reliability of drivers and stability on mac and pc. Buy akai professional apc20 compact ableton controller. Musical instruments free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Apc mini is the most portable all in one ableton controller solution with akai pro build quality. But it isnt the only way to get handson with your music. Check out browns thoughts and then let us know what your thoughts are. Get the guaranteed best price on midi pad controllers like the novation launchpad mini mkii at musicians friend.
Noticeably, novation has done away with the ableton branding that the launchpad s sported, going instead for its own logo and imagery. Im fairly new to live and im just getting my hands wet. Getting the novation is cheaper, but you also get a neutered version of ableton live, which i think iirc can only handle 8 tracks. The build is better, you get 64 instead of 40 ive got the apc 40 and im annoyed by the smaller grid, and they layout just seems better. In this video we walk you through the apc mini using ableton live. Its in the top 3 bestselling midi controllers and has many popular alternatives in the same price range, such as maudio keystation ii or maudio keystation mini 32. Recently i decided i wanted to pick up a launchpad so i could. In 2014 i then moved on to push which i simple love. Along with their apc mini, apc key 25, and midimix, the apc40 mkii is. Akai apc key 25 performance controller for ableton duration. Maschine and ableton push are much more expensive but they are first of all much powerful controllers with much more. See more ideas about home studio music, ableton live and dj setup.
Dj techtools search for midi maps by dj software and. They are too tall and when pressed have got that sideways motion that doesnt feel great. Does the novation launchpad offer anything my apc40 doesnt. The akai controller does not have a notes input by default, but it does have faders which can be used for a couple tasks if i recall, and you have choices for using some of the buttons that are around the perimeter. The apc mini is fairly new but does what it does and the launchpad mini seems to have a lot of support, easier user interface etc.
Slant launchpad pro vs akai pro apc40 mkii detailed. For some reason, i cant find a concise answer on whether the luanchkey. The launchpad mini and launchpad mkii are all usb buspowered units. If you dont need the mini size id go with a apc40 mk1 as well, i have one it built like a tank. Akai professional mpd series is a popular option in the middle of the midi controllers price range.
Liveintegrated hardware from our partners comes premapped so you stay focused on your creative flow, not on configuring your setup. I think the launch control has a larger usb port and will probably be sturdier like on the launchpad s which i also have. In the question what are the best midi pad controllers. The akai apc is probably what most people will consider. Akai akai apc mini compact ableton live controller. Akai mpk mini or launchkey mini which is better youtube. Step back from your computer and see your session and all your sounds on the 8x8 grid. In fact the more i think about it i do like the apc pads but i think lp has to win just for drumming just because your getting a bigger target. And if you just want faders, theres the inexpensive apc mini, though the build is much more satisfying on the more expensive novation gear. Like russell said the portability of the launchpad is one of the main factors people choose it over an apc. From making and remixing music on your mobile devices, to instantly mapping your daw parameters to your hardware controls, our apps and software integrate with your. We included midis for any budget and experience level. Viewing 10 posts 1 through 10 of 10 total author posts october 8, 2015 at 12. I prefer the look and feel of the the launchkey more, but my hesitation is that it seems to always be mentioned for use with ableton.
To be honest, in terms of function, theres not a great deal of difference from the launchpad mini, and id be quite happy to use either, although novations ipad apps. Should i get a novation launchpad mini or akai apc mini or. For myself, i wouldnt imagine not having a launchpad. It has greater depth with live in fact its listed on akais site under ableton controllers, although you should consider what youd use it for as there may be other devices closer to your needs, including akais own apc mini, which shares most of the midimixs live functionality, plus a. Novation launchkey mini vs akai mpk mini gearslutz. Launchpad x vs mini mk3 custom layout tutorial novation launchpad duration. Rupert brown of the dsp project offers his thoughts on the akai apc20 vs the novation launchpad. Akai professional apc mini demo, features, and operation in. An apc40 does the job reasonably well already, even before looking at the recent mk ii model hint. Novation launchkey mini mk2 novation launchkey mini mk2. Launchpad mini gives you immediate and tactile access to lives performance controls in a way you just cant get with a mouse. Find out more about our music production services on s.
The akai apc20 vs novation launchpad matchup is close enough that the final decision probably comes down to your personal preferences. Hi guys, i dont know wich subreddit i need to post this in since there is an ableton and abletonlive. Novation launchpad is a very popular option in the middle of the midi controllers price range. Engineered specifically for the mobile musician and the desktop producer, apc mini concentrates the essential features of the apc40 mkii, akai pros flagship ableton controller, into a. Akai pro apc40 mkii is ranked 2nd while launchpad pro is ranked 4th. Akai famously released the very first official live controller way back in 2009. Its in the top 3 bestselling midi controllers and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as akai usb drum pad or akai mpk mini mkii. The two that keep popping up are the novation launchkey mini mkii and the akai mpk mini mkii. In 20 i sold both my launchpads when i switched to maschine. Akai professional mpd series vs novation launchpad pro. Viewing 2 posts 1 through 2 of 2 total author posts july 9, 2017 at 11. I used to use the hell out of the launchpads in the studio and in my show rig from 20102012. In all novation mini range i dont like the way the pads respond.
I have been messing with both ableton live and fl studio and havent picked a favorite but am finding that fl studio has been easier to learn. Akai controllers vs novation controllers im interested in the akai mpkmpd apc 40, or the novation mk2 stuff and launchpad. Akai professional apc key 25 compact usb buspowered 40button clip launcher for ableton live with 25note midi keyboard and 8 fullyassignable qlink controls plus vip 3. Rupert brown takes a look at the novation launchpad and compares it to the akai apc40. That basically sums it up, and its the closest thing on the market to that. Novation launchpad vs akai apc40 the dsp project on vimeo.
These scripts are modified version of ableton live 9. The cornerstone of novations launch seriesincluding the launchkey, launch control, and launchpad minitheir recently released pro. Its in the top 3 bestselling midi controllers and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as novation launchpad mk2 or akai pro mpk mini play. Novation launchpad pro is a very popular and one of the more expensive options. Bring the sounds and effects of our iconic synths directly to your daw. Two other apc products have also been released around the same time, one being the apc mini, which well also be exploring here. The launchpad mini comes with ableton live lite, so if youre new to the daw you wont feel left out. What are advantages of novation launchpad compared to akai. The launchpad mini mk2 by novation is a compact usb pad controller that features sixtyfour, multicolor backlit trigger pads that can be used to launch loops, samples. I just ordered the apc 40 i was hoping to get some more information on that maybe in the future. Akai professional apc mini compact midi controller for.
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