Plus, up to four insert effects per pad can be added for even more dynamic expression. The software allows creating up to eight pad banks for a total of 128 sounds and samples. It also allows for easy import of WAV and AIFF sound samples and assigning them to any pad. Included MPC Essentials software provides a portable and powerful 64-bit music production studio, with the included 1GB sound library. Controller operates via standard MIDI, so it can be used to control any MIDI music software: it is equipped with an 1/8” MIDI input and an 1/8” MIDI output are both on-board and special 1/8” to 5-pin MIDI cables are included. The included USB cable connects to the computer and provides all the necessary power, illuminating the multi-colour pads and buttons. Its low-profile design is just 14mm thin and includes an integrated cover to protect the brushed aluminium control surface. It comes equipped with the Akai Pro feel, design, and workflow that professional producers have trusted from decades: 16 backlit, multicolour pads with pressure and velocity sensitivity along with MPC Note Repeat, Full Level, 16 Level, and Tap Tempo. Essential music production controller that offers cutting-edge features, including MPC Note Repeat and Swing, along with the all-new MPC Essentials software.

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