Akai Professional LPD8 MK2

USB Pad Controller for DAW and Virtual Instruments

• Compact, class-compliant USB MIDI controller
• 8 velocity sensitive pads with RGB backlighting
• 8 assignable rotary potentiometers (270°)
• 4 internal presets that can be quickly recalled
• Perfect for finger drumming, production and live performance
• Compatible with DAWs, virtual instruments and MIDI hardware
• Powered via USB, ultra portable
• Software included: MPC Beats + dedicated editor

Akai Professional LPD8 MK2: compact and versatile pad controller

Akai Professional LPD8 MK2 is a USB MIDI controller designed to offer maximum portability and creative control over music software and virtual instruments. With class-compliant compatibility, it works without drivers on any operating system and with many modern hardware devices.

RGB MPC pads for expressive performance

Finger drumming and clip control

The 8 velocity-sensitive pads, derived from MPC technology, allow you to play samples, trigger clips, and create rhythms with precision and dynamics. RGB backlighting offers immediate and fully customizable visual feedback.

Creative control in the studio and live

From music production in DAW to live performance, the LPD8 MK2 adapts to any workflow, making control of sounds, effects, and functions immediate.

Parameter control with 8 assignable knobs

Automations and effects management

The 8 rotary potentiometers with 270° travel allow you to control parameters such as filters, volumes and effects, making it easy to record automations and sound design.

Advanced configuration with software editor

With the dedicated editor, you can fully customize MIDI messages (Notes, Control Change, Program Change) and save up to 4 presets that can be recalled directly from the controller.

Compact, lightweight and always with you

Weighing only 390 grams and powered via USB, the LPD8 MK2 is perfect for producers and performers on the go. Ideal for laptop setup, home studio and mobile production.

Software included to get you started right away

The controller includes MPC Beats, a powerful DAW with ready-to-use sounds, plugins and samples, perfect for getting started creating music right away.

Specifications.

• Type: USB MIDI controller
• Pads: 8 velocity sensitive RGB
• Potentiometers: 8 rotary (270°)
• Presets: 4 internal memories
• Connection: USB type B
• Power supply: USB
• Compatibility: class compliant (Mac, PC, compatible hardware)
• Dimensions: 306 x 81 x 34 mm
• Weight: 390 g
• Software included: MPC Beats + software editor