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Software / Plug-In Controllers

Ableton Live software is a powerful, flexible environment for creating,
performing, and producing music. This unique software demands an
equally unique control instrument. Akai Professional and Ableton are
proud to present the Akai APC20
compact professional Ableton Live performance controller. The APC20
transforms your Ableton Live experience from constructing tracks on a
computer to fluid, musical creation. The second model in the APC
series, the APC20 offers a smaller footprint than the APC40, enabling
musicians to more easily create a personalized setup with multiple
APCs, effects controllers, and other devices. 
 
The APC20 is the link between human and computer that perfectly
balances analytical parameter control with creative expression. Whether
you are an electronic music artist and Live is your canvas, a DJ using
Live to mix or remix tracks, or a more traditional musician using Live
on stage or in the studio, you will find the APC20 to the intuitive,
powerful instrument that directly links your inspiration with Ableton
Live. 
 
Instant Performance 
Because Akai Professional and Ableton designed the APC20 specifically
for Ableton Live, you don’t need to map its controls to talk to the
software. Just connect your laptop to the APC20 via USB and you're
ready to make magic. The APC20 is plug and play, so you don't need to
install drivers. First-time setup is literally three steps: load the
included Ableton Live software, plug in and power up your APC20, and
select the APC20 as Ableton Live's controller. That's it. No mapping,
no setup, no hassles. 
 
The APC20 comes pre-mapped for instant use with Ableton Live software,
so if you're new to it, you'll find using the APC20 to be easy to get
around on. And if you’re an experienced Live user, you'll be happy to
note that you can custom-map every single button and fader on the APC20
to completely customize the controls for the way you like to work. 
 
Visual Feedback 
The APC20 talks directly to Ableton Live, and Live talks directly to
the APC20. This bidirectional communication makes the APC20 an advanced
controller in that it can receive feedback from the software and
display it on its Clip Launch matrix. The Clip Matrix gives you an
instant view of clip status: what's loaded, what's playing, and what's
being recorded. Each state displays in the grid in a different color so
you can get a quick picture of clip state. You can shift your clip
focus and get an overview of the clips you have loaded for your set. 
 
Professional Construction 
Ableton selected Akai Professional as its partner in developing the
APC20 because of Akai Pro's leadership position in great-feeling
controllers that are rock solid, rugged, and precise. From the
legendary MPC series that changed the way music is made to the
industry-standard MPD and MPK controllers, Akai Professional is revered
by musicians, DJs, and producers everywhere for creating the feel that
powers their creativity. The APC20 is built with a rugged, metal
chassis and slip-proof rubber detailing. There’s no flimsy plastic
here. Faders are solid and precise for pinpoint performance. 
 
Creative Control 
The APC20 comes with Ableton Live Akai Professional APC Edition
software, which is fully functional for performance and production.
Owners of standalone editions of Ableton Live 7 or 8 can also work
seamlessly with the APC20. Live 7 with the latest automatic update has
full support for the APC20 and all versions of Live 8 are APC20-ready. 
 
The APC20 also enables special clip-status views and feedback that only
the APC20's matrix can display. The matrix is not limited to only 40
clips: you can scroll and shift, enabling you to access, control, and
perform with an unlimited number of cells. 
 
The APC20 has nine faders, which you can assign to volume control, pan,
sends, and a choice of three user-mapped modes. You have even more
control power with special controls including Tap Tempo, Tempo Nudge,
record enables, solo/cues, and two assignable footswitch inputs. A new
User Mode enables you to use the Clip Launch buttons to control
instruments and the Drum Rack. 
 
Designed in partnership with Ableton, the APC20 is the ideal controller
for performers who like to perform in a small amount of space for
maximum portability. It’s also perfect for players who want to combine
multiple controllers in their setup thanks to its small footprint.
Don’t settle for cheap, plastic imitations. From the company whose name
is synonymous with the word production, the APC20 is the serious choice.

Akai APC20
Compact Ableton Performance Controller

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Ableton Live software is a powerful, flexible environment for creating, performing, and producing music. This unique software demands an equally unique control instrument. Akai Professional and Ableton are proud to present the Akai APC40: the Ableton Performance Controller. Combining the APC40 with Ableton Live transforms your experience from constructing tracks on a computer to fluid, musical creation. The APC40 is the link between human and computer that perfectly balances analytical parameter control with creative expression. Whether you are an electronic music artist and Live is your canvass, a DJ using Live to mix or remix tracks, or a more traditional musician using Live on stage or in the studio, you will find the APC40 to the intuitive, powerful instrument that directly links your inspiration with Ableton Live. Direct Design Because Akai Professional and Ableton designed the APC40 specifically for Ableton Live, you don’t need to map its controls to talk to the software. Just connect your laptop to the APC40 via USB and you're ready to make magic. The APC40 is plug and play, so you don't need to install drivers. First-time setup is literally three steps: load Ableton Live, plug in and power up your APC40, and select the APC40 as Ableton Live's controller. That's it. No mapping, no setup, no hassles. The APC40 comes pre-mapped for instant use with Ableton Live software, so if you're new to it, you'll find using the APC40 to be easy to get around on. And if you’re an experienced Live user, you'll be happy to note that you can custom-map every single knob, button, and fader on the APC40 to completely customize the controls for the way you like to work. Virtual View The APC40 talks directly to Ableton Live and Live talks directly to the APC40. This bidirectional communication makes the APC40 an advanced controller in that it can receive feedback from the software and display it on its clip matrix of 40 triggers and on LED rings surrounding each knob. The clip matrix gives you an instant view of clip status: what's loaded, what's playing, and what's being recorded. Each state displays on the matrix in a different color so you can get a quick picture of clip state. You can shift your clip focus and get an overview of the clips you have loaded for your set. The APC40 has 16 knobs, each surrounded by a ring of LEDs. These LED rings make it easy to see your settings on dark stages, indicating the currently selected parameters’ values. Premium Feel Ableton selected Akai Professional as its partner in developing the APC40 because of Akai Pro's leadership position in great-feeling controllers that are rock solid, rugged, and precise. From the legendary MPC series that changed the way music is made to the industry-standard MPD and MPK controllers, Akai Professional is revered by musicians, DJs, and producers everywhere for creating the feel that powers their creativity. The APC40 is built with a rugged, metal chassis and slip-proof rubber detailing. All of the knobs and faders are solid and precise for pinpoint performance. It even features a high quality, replaceable crossfader for transitioning between clips and loops assigned to "A" or "B". Creative Control The APC40 comes Ableton Live Akai Professional APC40 Edition software, which is fully functional for performance and production. Owners of standalone editions of Ableton Live 7 or 8 can also work seamlessly with the APC40. Live 7 with the latest automatic update has full support for the APC40 and all versions of Live 8 are APC40-ready. The APC40 has two banks of eight knobs. The first set controls Global parameters so you’ll always have instant access to your main sends, pans, and other essentials. The second bank of eight knobs is dynamically reassigned to the Track you select. You can control eight track parameters at a time, and as you switch channels, the Track knobs follow your focus. For example, you might be working with the Beat Decoder on track two. When you switch to track four, the eight Track knobs that you had been controlling the Beat Decoder with are now controlling the Flangeverb on track four. You'll even notice that the settings for each knob load on the light rings so you'll immediately see each knob's status. The APC40 also enables special clip-status views and feedback that only the APC40's matrix can display. The matrix is not limited to only 40 clips: you can scroll and shift, enabling you to access, control, and perform with an unlimited number of cells. The APC40 has a wide range of controllers. The eight Global knobs can access four banks of controls; the eight Track knobs control nine different track parameters each. This gives you a massive total of 72 controllers that are dynamically reassigned each time you switch tracks. Channel faders, bus faders, and a crossfader give you smooth control of key values. You have even more control power with special controls including Tap Tempo, Tempo Nudge, record enables, solo/cues, and two assignable footswitch inputs. Designed in partnership with Ableton, the APC40 is the most advanced Live controller for the most advanced performers. The APC40 is Ableton Live performance... perfected. Ableton and Ableton Live are trademarks of Ableton AG.

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Ableton Performance Controller

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Ultra-portable production pad. The Akai LPD8 laptop pad controller is a USB-MIDI controller for musicians, producers, DJs and other music creators. It measures less than 13 inches across and weighs less than a pound to easily fit into a laptop case, backpack or messenger bag for extreme portability. The LPD8 is based on Akai Professional’s MPC line of iconic music production stations. Producers who love the feel of the MPC and want to work with software on their computer will find that the LPD8 gives their laptop the controls they prefer over a mouse and keyboard. The LPD8 has eight orange light-up pads that are velocity sensitive for programming rhythmic or melodic parts. The pads can also send program-change information to software. Additionally, the LPD8 has eight assignable Q-Link knobs you can assign to virtually any parameters in their software for hands-on control. The LPD8 works plug and play with Mac and PC and requires no software driver installation or wall power for operation. It has four memory banks for programming and recalling settings appropriate to different software programs you use. Make music in any setting with the LPD8.

Akai LPD8
Laptop Pad Controller

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The Akai MPD18 is the easiest way to add genuine MPC pads to your setup. This MIDI-over-USB pad controller for DJs, programmers, producers, and other musicians is built around the pads and controls from Akai Professional's industry-standard MPC series. The MPD18 is an expressive and intuitive instrument for the studio and stage. The MPD18 is built around the pads of the industry-standard MPC and contains some of the same technology that gives tracks made with the MPC an unmistakably human feel. The MPD18 is an expressive and intuitive controller for the studio and stage, and its compact footprint is easy to fit into any setup. When combined with virtually any MIDI software, the MPD18 delivers everything needed to create tracks that feel great. The heart of the MPD18 is its bank of 16 velocity and pressure-sensitive MPC pads, an Akai Pro exclusive. You can access three different banks of sounds from the MPC pads for a total of 48 sounds at your fingertips. The MPD18 also borrows the MPC series' assignable Q-Link controllers, enabling you to control nearly any parameters in your software in real time. You get an assignable Q-Link fader for natural, hands-on control of your most-used parameters, and MPC Note Repeat enables you to quickly input patterns such as hi-hat parts or drum rolls. The MPD18 also has 16 configurable presets so you can program it for the way you work with different hardware and software. The MPD18 sends MIDI information over its plug-and-play USB interface so you can use it with your Mac or PC without installing any drivers. The USB connection even powers the MPD18 so the included USB cable is all you need for portable production. The MPD18 can control nearly any MIDI software, as well as MIDI hardware, such as synths, sound modules, samplers, sequencers, drum machines, and more. The MPD18 gives you the control feel of the MPC in a super-portable instrument with a compact footprint that's easy to fit in any setup.

Akai MPD18
Akai MPD18 USB MIDI Pad Controller

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The Akai MPD26 is a MIDI-over-USB pad controller with genuine MPC pads. It's perfect for producers, programmers, musicians and DJs. Its blend of intuitive MPC controls and technologies meshes with easy USB connectivity to bring the feel of classic beat making to the world of computer music production. The heart of the MPD26 is its bank of 16 velocity and pressure-sensitive MPC pads, an Akai Professional exclusive. You can access four different sounds from each MPC pads for a total of 64 at your fingertips. The MPD26 also features the MPC series' assignable Q-Link controllers, enabling you to control nearly any parameters in your software in real time. You get six assignable Q-Link faders and six assignable Q-Link 360° knobs so you'll spend less time with the mouse and more time making music. The MPD26 also gives you a dedicated set of transport controls for instant access to the most commonly used DAW or sequencing-software controls. While the MPC pads and Q-Links might be the heart of the MPD26, its brain is transplanted directly from the MPC. That's because the MPD26 is not just a control surface; it contains some of the key MPC technologies that have made the MPC the de facto standard it is. MPC Note Repeat is a capability that enables the MPD (or MPC) to automatically play a rhythm pattern, such as 16th notes on a hi-hat, for accuracy and speed of entry. MPC Swing is sometimes referred to as "the heart and soul of hip hop" because it turns perfectly aligned sequences into human-feeling time alignments. You can specify exactly the degree and timing of swing you want to apply for the perfect feel. The MPD26 also has MPC Full Level and MPC 16-Level on its pads. The MPD26 sends MIDI information over its plug-and-play USB interface so you can use it with your Mac or PC without installing any drivers. The USB connection even powers the MPD26 so the included USB cable is all you need. The MPD26 also has traditional DIN MIDI input and output jacks so you can use it with MIDI hardware such as synths and other sound modules. The MPD26 comes with Ableton Live Lite and Editor Librarian software so you can start creating right out of the box. The MPD26 is the perfect interface between your creativity and the computer-based studio. Its blend of intuitive MPC controls and technologies meshes with easy USB computer connectivity to deliver the control instrument you need.

Akai MPD26
MIDI-over-USB pad controller for DJs, programmers, producers, and others musicians

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Built around the controls and technology from Akai Professional's industry-standard MPC series, the Akai MPD32 is an expressive and intuitive instrument for the studio and stage. The
heart of the MPD32 is its bank of 16 velocity and pressure-sensitive
MPC pads, an Akai Pro exclusive. You can access four different banks of
sounds from the MPC pads for a total of 64 sounds at your fingertips.
The MPD32 also borrows the MPC series' assignable Q-Link controllers,
enabling you to control nearly any parameters in your software in real
time. You get eight assignable Q-Link faders, eight assignable Q-Link
360° knobs, and eight assignable Q-Link buttons so you'll spend less
time with the mouse and more time making music. Even better, each
Q-Link can access three different parameters for a total of 72
real-time Q-Links! You also get two assignable footswitch inputs and an
expression-pedal input for even more ways to control and perform with
the MPD32. The MPD32 also gives you a dedicated set of transport
controls for instant access to the most commonly used DAW or
sequencing-software controls. While the MPC pads and Q-Links
might be the heart of the MPD32, its brain is transplanted directly
from the MPC. That's because the MPD32 is not just a control surface;
it contains some of the key MPC technologies that have made the MPC the
de facto standard it is. MPC Note Repeat is a capability that enables
the MPD (or MPC) to automatically play a rhythm pattern, such as 16th
notes on a hi-hat, for accuracy and speed of entry. MPC Swing is
sometimes referred to as "the heart and soul of hip hop" because it
turns perfectly aligned sequences into human-feeling time alignments.
You can specify exactly the degree and timing of swing you want to
apply for the perfect feel. The MPD32 also has MPC Full Level and MPC
16-Level on its pads. The MPD32 sends MIDI information over its
plug-and-play USB interface so you can use it with your Mac or PC
without installing any drivers. The USB connection even powers the
MPD32 so the included USB cable is all you need. It comes with a custom
versions of Ableton Live Lite and FXpansion BFD Lite software so you
can start creating right out of the box. In addition to Live and nearly
any other MIDI software, you can also drive any MIDI hardware, such as
synths, sound modules, samplers, sequencers, drum machines, and more. Whether
inspiration strikes you in the studio or on stage, the MPD32 gives you
a comprehensive compliment of input and control devices matched with
the peerless feel of the MPC -- only from Akai Professional. 
 
Features 
<ul><li>MIDI controller for production and performance</li><li>MPC pads: bank of 16, velocity and pressure-sensitive</li><li>Four selectable pad banks for a total of 64 sounds accessible from the pads</li><li>Eight assignable Q-Link faders, eight assignable Q-Link 360° knobs, and eight assignable Q-Link buttons, all three banks</li><li>MIDI-synced MPC Note Repeat and MPC Swing</li><li>Two assignable footswitch inputs and expression-pedal input</li><li>Dedicated transport controls</li><li>Backlit, easy-to-read display</li><li>MIDI-over-USB or MIDI operation</li><li>USB powered or powered via optional AC adapter</li><li>MPC 16-Level and Full Level</li><li>Comes with custom versions of Ableton Live Lite, FXpansion BFD Lite, and Vyzor Editor Librarian software</li><li>30 user-definable presets for DAW applications</li></ul>
Includes 
<ul><li>MPD32 performance controller</li><li>USB cable</li><li>Software CD</li><li>Quick start guide</li></ul>

Akai MPD32
MIDI-over-USB performance pad controller for DJs, programmers, producers, and other musicians.

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The Alesis ControlPad is a compact performance instrument and drum-programming tool. The ControlPad is an eight-pad playing surface that you can connect to software via USB and hardware sound modules via MIDI. Play the sounds from virtually any MIDI software, drum module, synthesizer or keyboard workstation, or other MIDI instrument with your sticks. The ControlPad has responsive rubber pads for natural response, rebound, and low stick-on-pad noise. It is velocity sensitive so you can be as expressive as you like. Plus, you can expand the ControlPad with additional pads and triggers. It has two trigger inputs for drum and cymbal pads or acoustic drum triggers plus a kick input, a hi-hat control connection, and a footswitch input for controlling other parameters like changing kits with your foot. You can create up to 20 setups and store them in the ControlPad's memory. Advanced customizable programming capabilities include velocity sensitivity and curves, assignments, and more. The ControlPad works plug-and-play with Mac and PC, and is powered by its USB connection when working with a computer. You can also wall-power it when working with non-USB MIDI sound sources. The ControlPad is easy to mount on stands and racks using the E-Percussion Module Mount, sold separately. You can easily integrate it into virtually any drum set or percussion setup or set up and play with nothing more than the ControlPad! The ControlPad comes with EZdrummer software drum module from Toontrack. EZdrummer has samples of real drum kits, a virtual mixer, and looping functions. The ControlPad enables you to play virtually any MIDI software or hardware with sticks. Features <ul><li>Eight-pad percussion playing surface</li><li>USB-MIDI and DIN MIDI In and Out for controlling software and hardware sound modules</li><li>Responsive rubber pads for natural response, rebound, and low stick-on-pad noise</li><li>Velocity sensitive for expressive control</li><li>Expandable with up to two triggers, pads, or electronic cymbals; kick and hi-hat control</li><li>Footswitch input for controlling Inc/Dec parameters</li><li>Create and store up to 20 setups</li><li>Works plug-and-play with Mac and PC – does not require software drivers</li><li>Powered by USB when working with a computer; AC adapter included for DIN MIDI operation</li><li>Mounts using E-Percussion Module Mount (sold separately) for integration into setups</li><li>Comes with Toontrack EZdrummer software drum module with samples of real drum kits</li></ul>

Alesis ControlPad
USB multi-pad electronic percussion controller with eight velocity-sensitive pads and EZ Drummer software drum module

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The Alesis Trigger|iO is the easiest way to connect electronic drum and cymbal pads or acoustic drum triggers to a wide range of MIDI sound sources. Use up to ten trigger inputs to play traditional MIDI devices like drum machines, sound modules and synthesizers, or connect the USB output directly to your computer to play software drum modules or lay down tracks in your favorite MIDI sequencer application. You can capture every nuance of your drumming performance into the MIDI world using the Trigger|iO. Featuring both USB-MIDI and traditional DIN MIDI connectivity, you can use the Trigger|iO with a wide variety of gear. The inteface has ten TRS trigger inputs so you can use it with single or dual-zone pads and triggers, and even split the inputs with Y-cables for even larger custom setups. You can also use the Trigger|iO to expand the pad inputs of virtually and drum module from any manufacturer. The Trigger|iO has a hi-hat control input that works with both continuous and switch-style hi-hat pedals so you can deliver all of the open-to-closed detail you’re used to on the hi-hat. It also has a footswitch input for controlling other parameters like changing kits with your foot. You can create up to 20 setups and store them in the Trigger|iO's memory. Advanced customizable programming capabilities include sensitivity, MIDI-channel assignment, note number, crosstalk, velocity curve, threshold, retrigger time and pad type. The Trigger|iO works plug-and-play with Mac and PC, and is powered by its USB connection when working with a computer. You can also wall-power it when working with non-USB MIDI sound sources. You can mount the Trigger|iO on virtually stand or rack using the optional E-Percussion Module Mount and integrate it cleanly into your drum set or percussion setup. The Trigger|iO comes with EZdrummer software drum module from Toontrack. EZdrummer has samples of real drum kits, a virtual mixer, and looping functions. The Trigger|iO enables you to play virtually any MIDI software or hardware with your electronic drum kit. Features <ul><li>Play virtually any software or hardware MIDI device with electronic drum triggers, pads, and cymbals</li><li>Ten TRS trigger inputs for use with single and dual-zone triggers</li><li>USB-MIDI and DIN MIDI Out for controlling software and hardware sound modules</li><li>Works as an input expander with virtually any drum module</li><li>Continuous Hi-Hat control pedal input; also works with switch/onoff pedals</li><li>Velocity sensitive for expressive control</li><li>Footswitch input for controlling Inc/Dec parameters</li><li>Create and store up to 20 setups</li><li>Works plug-and-play with Mac and PC – no software drivers needed</li><li>Powered by USB when working with a computer; AC adapter included for DIN MIDI operation</li><li>Mounts using E-Percussion Module Mount (sold separately) for integration into setups</li><li>Comes with Toontrack EZdrummer software drum module with samples of real drum kits</li></ul>

Alesis Trigger|iO
USB trigger-to-MIDI interface, converts pad output signal into MIDI, with EX Drummer software drum module

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Take deep, hands-on control of your favorite audio and video applications with Avid Artist Control
 - a compact control surface with unmatched integration and 
programmability that acts and feels like a physical extension of your 
software. Speed up and enhance your work-flow with functionality far 
beyond what a mouse and keyboard can provide, so you can focus on being 
creative. 
 
Artist Control features EUCON (Extended User Control), a high-speed open
 control protocol that has been adopted by many of the world’s leading 
software developers. Pro Tools, Media Composer, Apple Logic, Apple Final
 Cut Pro, Steinberg Cubase, and many other applications support EUCON, 
giving you highly responsive control over almost all software functions.
 You gain high-resolution, high-speed control over almost all software 
functions, and a tightly connected “software as hardware” experience. 
 
Features 
<ul><li>View and access top-level information, track record 
arm/solo/mute/select commands, Soft Keys, surround panning, and more 
using the customizable LED-backlit touchscreen</li><li>Trigger keyboard shortcuts, macro commands, and more through 
unlimited programmable touchscreen Soft Keys and 12 physical Soft Keys</li><li>Get highly responsive control through high-speed Ethernet connectivity</li><li>4 touch-sensitive 100mm long throw motorized faders</li><li>8 touch-sensitive rotary encoders</li><li>Data wheel and transport controls with modifier keys to assign wheel function</li><li>Dedicated monitor/control room level and talkback mic controls</li><li>Footswitch jack to punch in and out of recording</li><li>Supports EUCON, HUI, and Mackie Control protocols</li><li>Controls multiple applications and workstations</li><li>Slim, compact design for easy studio integration and portability</li></ul>

Avid Artist Control
Compact 4-fader control surface with touchscreen (formerly Euphonix MC Control v2)

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Take your mixing to a new level with Avid Artist Mix,
 a sleek control surface that gives you the feel and deep software 
integration of a professional console at a more affordable price. Mix 
with a level of speed and control simply not possible when mixing with 
just a mouse. And get fast access to a variety of software functions 
right from the surface to adjust audio levels, plug-in parameters, 
panning, automation modes, and much more—with excellent visual 
feedback—all in a compact footprint that fits perfectly between your 
keyboard and screen. 
 
Artist Mix features EUCON (Extended User Control), a high-speed open 
control protocol that has been adopted by many of the world's leading 
software developers. Pro Tools, Media Composer, Apple Logic, Apple Final
 Cut Pro, Steinberg Cubase, and many other applications support EUCON™, 
giving you highly responsive control over almost all software functions.
 You gain a tightly connected experience in which the control surface 
acts and feels like a physical extension of your software. 
 
Features 
<ul><li>8 touch-sensitive 100mm long throw motorized faders</li><li>8 touch-sensitive rotary encoders</li><li>8 high-resolution OLED displays</li><li>Ethernet connectivity for high-speed, high-resolution control</li><li>Footswitch jack to punch in and out of recording</li><li>Supports EUCON, HUI and Mackie Control protocols</li><li>Controls multiple applications & workstations</li><li>Slim, compact design for easy studio integration and portability</li></ul>

Avid Artist Mix
Compact 8-fader control surface for Pro Tools and other audio/video apps (formerly Euphonix MC Mix)

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Experience a new level of control with Avid Artist Transport,
 a compact media controller that enables you to quickly navigate and 
edit projects with just one hand. Get the features and tactile feel of a
 high-end console transport section in a more affordable, portable 
solution that’s ideal for laptop use—and the perfect add-on to Artist 
Mix and Artist Color. 
 
From the weighted data wheel and spring-loaded shuttle ring to the 
ergonomic transport controls and numeric keypad, Artist Transport puts 
ultra-precise control right at your fingertips. You can even use the 
Soft Keys to reassign data wheel functions on the fly, making it easy to
 switch from navigation and editing to writing automation or tweaking 
plug-ins. 
 
Artist Transport features EUCON (Extended User Control), a high-speed 
open control protocol that has been adopted by many of the world's 
leading software developers. Pro Tools, Media Composer, Apple Logic, 
Apple Final Cut Pro, Autodesk Smoke for Mac, Steinberg Cubase, and many 
other applications support EUCON™, giving you highly responsive control 
over almost all software functions. You gain a tightly connected 
experience in which the control surface acts and feels like a physical 
extension of your software. 
 
Features 
<ul><li>Speed up tasks with the assignable, weighted data wheel</li><li>Move through your project using the assignable, spring-loaded shuttle ring</li><li>Trigger keyboard shortcuts, macro commands, and more with six programmable Soft Keys</li><li>Navigate through projects fast using seven programmable transport controls with multi-color status LEDs</li><li>Quickly navigate to time code/markers or edit parameters using the integrated numeric keypad</li><li>View time code, parameter names/values, and more through high-resolution OLED display</li><li>Get high-speed, high-resolution control through Ethernet connectivity</li><li>Take control of software using EUCON, HUI, or Mackie Control protocols</li><li>Control multiple applications and workstations</li><li>Slim, compact design for easy studio integration and portability</li></ul>

Avid Artist Transport
High-performance jog/shuttle/transport control for Pro Tools and other audio/video apps (formerly Euphonix MC Transport)

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Jointly designed by Ableton and Novation, the Novation Launchpad
places Ableton Live at your fingertips. Whether you’re a DJ, performing
musician or studio producer, Launchpad gives you all you need to truly
‘play' Live. With a multi-colour 64-button grid and dedicated
scene launch buttons, Launchpad is purpose built for triggering and
manipulating clips in Live, it also offers a totally new way of
controlling Ableton Live’s mixer. Launchpad's buttons can be used to
sketch out beats with drum racks, and they can be assigned to other
functions in Live using Ableton's 'Learn' mode. Launchpad ships
with a dedicated ‘Launchpad edition’ of Ableton Live 8, but can control
almost any other music software using Novation's award-winning
'Automap' control software. The Novation Launchpad Features <ul><li>Launch clips and scenes Launchpad’s 64-button grid and dedicated scene launch buttons are ideal for launching and controlling your clips and scenes.</li><li>Innovative control over your mix Including
volume, pans, sends, track arming, soloing and muting. Launchpad lets
you jump to different levels across eight channels at once.</li><li>Sketch out beats Launchpad can be used to play drum racks, creating beats and triggering samples in real time.</li><li>Controlling other functions 
Launchpad can be used to control other functions using Ableton's
'Learn' mode. This includes Ableton's knobs and faders, which can be
assigned to rows of buttons on Launchpad. </li></ul> 
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Novation Launchpad
Hardware Controller for Ableton LIVE

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Novation’s most affordable hardware controller to date, the Novation Nocturn, is an
intelligent plug-in controller that promises to unleash the full
potential of all your favorite instruments and effects. Featuring the
latest Automap software, exclusive to Novation controllers, Nocturn provides
automatic, instant and intelligent control of all automatable plug-ins
within every major sequencer, including Pro Tools. 
Nocturn features eight touch-sensitive rotary encoders, each equipped
with a bright eleven-LED ring (ideal for laptop DJ’ing in a dark club
environment). These are accompanied by eight user-assignable
illuminated buttons and a smooth, professional 45mm cross-fader. The
finishing touch is Novation’s unique ‘speed dial’; a touch-sensitive
rotary encoder that instantly takes control of whatever your mouse is
focused on!

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Featuring a revolutionary new 'heads-up transparent control GUI,'
Automap places a transparent control map across your computer screen,
to be
recalled or hidden at will. Little or no user setup is required and
plug-in control can be exactly the way you want it, no matter what
music software you use. Just boot up the plug-in and you’ll see at a
glance how the parameters are automatically assigned to each of
Nocturn’s controls. An instant click and control ‘learn’ function is
also available for quick re-assigning of controls, or for creating your
own controller map in seconds. Multiple page options mean that you can
assign a potentially infinite number of parameters for each plug-in. 
Automap also categorizes all your control maps. A simple browsing facility lets
you review all open plug-ins, then quickly switch to controlling one of
them. Automap Universal 2.0 also supports standard MIDI protocol,
providing the same transparent display for quick and simple assigning
of MIDI parameters. This ensures Nocturn can also turn its hand to
controlling a hardware MIDI device, any non-automatable plug-ins, or
your sequencer mixer. Once a ‘MIDI map’ is created, it can be saved and
recalled via the same map browsing facility. A growing number of maps
will be available to download from www.novationmusic.com 
Nocturn’s spacious and tactile control layout, side-mounted USB socket
and ultra-low profile allow it to sit neatly in front of your QWERTY
keyboard or on a larger keyboard such as the SL61. Large, rugged rubber
grips hold it steady whilst you let rip with your favorite music
software. 
Combined, Automap's
heads-up transparent control GUI and Nocturn’s touch sensitive dials
remove the pain inherent in controlling multiple instruments and
effects, allowing you to flow intuitively from one plug-in to the next,
leaving you free to focus on what matter most – your music. The Novation Nocturn Features: <ul><li>Exclusive Automap technology Novation’s instant and intelligent control technology leaves you free to focus on what matters most - your music.</li> <li>Heads-up transparent control GUI
Automap provides a transparent control map across your computer screen,
so you can see at a glance how every parameter is assigned.</li> <li>Novation’s unique ‘Speed Dial’ An
instant access touch-sensitive control for composers and performers
alike, allowing you to take control of whatever your mouse is focused
on!</li> <li>Touch-sensitive controls Nocturn also
features eight touch-sensitive rotary encoders with bright, eleven-LED
rings. Simply touch an encoder to assign to any parameter.</li> <li>The Lap-top DJ solution Alongside
the brightly lit encoders, Nocturn also features illuminated buttons
and a smooth, professional 45 mm cross-fader, making it ideal for laptop
DJ’ing in a dark club environment.</li> <li>Instant ‘learn’ function Simply click on the software parameter and touch a Nocturn control to assign it. Now you can re-assign every control in seconds.</li></ul>

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The Novation ZeRO SL Mk II is a full DAW and plug-in control surface (for live and
studio use) that visually feeds back all control information to the
user. A giant 144-character display, back lit LED buttons and LED
ringed encoders show the status of all controls. Ultra-quick mapping of
all 56 knobs, faders and buttons is managed by the groundbreaking
Automap 3 PRO software. The ZeRO SL Mk II has been designed both for the studio and the stage.
It equips the modern DAW user with every dimension of hardware control,
enabling a hands-on approach to navigating software, mixing and
controlling plug-ins. It represents extraordinary value as a
controller, integrating a DAW control surface with the most intuitive
plug-in mapping capabilities available - presided over by Automap 3
PRO; the most advanced control software on the market. 
 
ZeRO SL Mk II upholds Novation's reputation for building quality
hardware. It can be mounted in a 19" rack, or used as a desk-top
controller, or angled for performance using legs that are included with
the unit. Quality is not just reflected in their robustness, but more
importantly in the way the ZeRO SL Mk II has been designed with every
detail calculated to maximise workflow. The ZeRO SL Mk II's visually
feeds back all controller information to the user with back lit buttons
and encoder LED rings, making it absolutely ideal for live performances
where parameters need to be identified instantly. 
 
The difficulty with other control surfaces is knowing what is assigned
to what. ZeRO SL Mk II has a giant 144-character ultra-bright LCD
screen that displays all the parameter names and values for the
currently selected row of controllers. All 8 faders and 16 knobs are
touch sensitive, so the moment one is touched, the display shows the
names and values on that row and puts brackets around the controller
that is currently being touched. This enables the user to see which
parameter is assigned to the controller without having to change the
value, or refer to their software. ZeRO SL Mk II also has a dedicated
'Speed Dial' knob, which can be used to change the value of any
parameter the cursor is positioned over without making any assignments
whatsoever. 
 
The 8 continuous rotary encoders have 11 segment LED rings around each
of them, allowing encoders to behave like pots so the user can see the
value before moving them. All the buttons have LEDs underneath them so
users can instantly see their status without having to press them.
There are 8 soft-feel drum pads which are fully assignable to any
parameter with the Automap software 
 
ZeRO SL Mk II has been designed to draw minimum current so it can be
used as a USB buss-powered device, although an optional 9V DC power
supply can be added for stand-alone use. As well as USB interfacing,
ZeRO SL Mk II has 1 MIDI in, 1 MIDI thru and 2 MIDI outs. 
 
The power behind the ZeRO's unique ability to map controllers at the
touch of a button, is contained within the included Automap software.
Automap 3 PRO enables users to map controllers with incredible speed
and ease - no more digging through MIDI continuous controller numbers,
the Automap server takes care of it all. Automap's GUI gives the user a
visual representation of all the current mappings on screen, as well as
the ability to save and manage mappings across different projects.
There is also an option to only bring up the GUI when a controller on
the ZeRO has been touched! The Novation ZeRO SL Mk II Features: Illuminated controls provide instant visual feedback Brightly lit LED rings around the eight smooth encoders, and backlit
buttons throughout provide instant visual feedback for every physical
control, further reducing reliance on the computer screen. 
 Giant 144-character LCD screen Frees the artist from being chained to the computer screen, placing all
the essential data right alongside the relevant controls. Huge array of touch-sensitive controls Full control surface supporting ultra flexible DAW control and
Auto-mappable plug-in controls, 16 knobs, 8 faders and 32 assignable
backlit LED buttons. Automap 3 PRO Control Software SL Mk II comes with Automap software which enables you to instantly map
software parameters to faders, buttons, encoders and pots and other
controllers. MIDI control interface. 
Built in MIDI I/O Interface and comprehensive MIDI implementation
provide complete control over all external hardware synths and other
external MIDI devices. Novation’s unique ‘speed dial’ A touch-sensitive rotary encoder that instantly takes control of
whatever your mouse is focused on, providing real time access for
composers and performers alike. Crossfader ZeRO SL Mk II has a fully assignable crossfader making it ideal for Live performance with programmes such as Ableton. 
 Programmable ‘soft-feel’ drumpads Eradicates the need for a separate set of drumpad triggers, providing
the ideal platform for sketching out beats or triggering samples Dedicated, yet fully-assignable transport buttons. Control the sequencer’s start/stop/loop/record/forward/rewind actions,
direct from the MIDI controller, reducing reliance on mouse and screen,
or switch them out to allow use of more assignable buttons. SL Mk II
recalls how these buttons were previously assigned. USB buss powering Provides the artist with a mobile MIDI control solution, freeing them from the confines of the studio 
 Includes the Xcite+ bundle Featuring a host of royalty-free loops and samples, a full-fledged
soft-synth and Ableton Live 7 Lite, providing an affordable upgrade
path to Ableton Live.

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