Akai Professional MPD218

USB Controller with 16 Pads for DAW and Software

• USB MIDI controller with 16 MPC velocity and aftertouch pads
• 3 banks for a total of 48 assignable pads
• 6 rotary potentiometers with 3 banks (18 total controls)
• MPC Note Repeat and Full Level functions
• MIDI IN/OUT connections with adapters included
• Compatible with DAWs, virtual instruments and MIDI hardware
• Powered via USB, compact and portable
• Software included: Ableton Live Lite + Sonivox Instruments

Akai Professional MPD218: MPC pad controller for production and live performance

Akai Professional MPD218 is a USB MIDI controller designed to offer the classic MPC feel in a compact, modern format. Ideal for producers, DJs and performers, it allows you to control music software and hardware instruments with precision and immediacy.

16 MPC pads for maximum expressiveness

Velocity and aftertouch for dynamic performances

The 16 backlit pads, derived from MPC technology, are velocity and aftertouch sensitive, providing expressive control perfect for finger drumming, sample triggering and live performance.

Expandability with 3 banks

With 3 selectable banks, up to 48 assignable pads can be managed, greatly expanding creative possibilities.

Advanced control with assignable potentiometers

6 knobs for parameter and effect management

Rotary potentiometers allow you to control filters, effects and plugin parameters, while the 3 available banks offer up to 18 assignable controls.

Built-in MPC functions

Note Repeat functions with swing and Full Level allow you to create complex and dynamic rhythmic patterns while maintaining the classic MPC workflow.

MIDI connections and full integration

Compatibility with hardware and software

In addition to the USB connection, the MPD218 has MIDI IN and OUT via included adapters, allowing integration with synthesizers, drum machines, and other hardware equipment.

Configuration via software editor

The dedicated editor allows you to fully program MIDI messages, customizing each control to fit your workflow.

Compact and ready-to-use

USB-powered and lightweight in design, Akai MPD218 is perfect for studio and mobile production. It includes software such as Ableton Live Lite and Sonivox virtual instruments to start creating music right away.

Specifications.

• Type: USB MIDI controller
• Pads: 16 MPC velocity sensitive pads with aftertouch
• Total pads: 48 (3 banks)
• Potentiometers: 6 (18 assignable with 3 banks)
• Functions: Notes Repeat, Full Level
• Presets: 16 configurable
• Connections: USB, MIDI In/Out (mini jack with adapters)
• Compatibility: PC, Mac, iOS (with adapter)
• Power supply: USB
• Dimensions: 239 x 201 x 41 mm
• Weight: 0.75 kg
• Software included: Ableton Live Lite, Sonivox Big Bang Drums & Cinema