Back catalogue: All genres

Notes: A digital mixer at heart but so much more. 1010's unique take on mixing and recording includes built-in effects and EQ, compression, headphone/monitor mixes and output routing. Clever stuff.

Supplier's Notes:
Bluebox is the portable digital audio mixer that lets you get the most out of your electronic music gear. Connect your eurorack, sampler, drum machine and synthesizer outputs to 6 stereo, 3.5 mm TRS inputs and map them to 12 mono tracks or 6 stereo tracks, all with independent control for recording and playback. It's that keyboard mixer with live performance features that you always hoped someone would make.

Connect the output of your electronic music gear to Bluebox, and then route each track independently to the three outputs and effects sends. Each track offers control of volume, gain, 4 band parametric EQ, pan, mute and solo functions. Apply high-quality global reverb and delay effects along with 4 band EQ per track to add new depth to your sound with total control to quickly tweak incoming audio or track playback as needed.

With Bluebox you can record independent tracks or the Main mix using a standard microSD card. Capture your jam session for later review, or record the ultimate mix of the tracks for your song.

Bluebox's compact 5.5h x 5h x 2h case lets you tuck it into a crowded tabletop studio or throw it in your pack for the next gig.

Interact with the dynamic visual interface on the 3.5h touchscreen along with physical knobs, navigation buttons and transport buttons to quickly access the most important functions. MIDI input and output allow you to sync the clock with external gear for synchronized effects and metronome.

Add Some Colour to Your Mix:
Mix 12 mono/6 stereo tracks of live or prerecorded sound.
Independently route each track to any combination of three stereo TRS outputs:

Stereo Output 1 - Main mix
Stereo Output 2 - Assignable, with dedicated sub-mixer (pre or post fader)
Stereo Output 3 - Headphone output, with dedicated sub-mixer (pre or post fader)
Control one parameter for multiple tracks at once in Mixer mode.
Focus on one track at a time in Track mode.
Adjust the level or mute state of each output independently.
Use touch gestures or knobs to tweak your sound with four band EQ per track with support for Low Cut/Low Shelf, Parametric, and High Shelf/High Cut settings for each band.
Apply high-quality Reverb and Delay effects with independent effects sends for each track.
Override the headphone output with the Main mix on demand.
Maximize the loudness and unify your mix with the built-in global compressor
Sync to external clocks through the MIDI Input and Output.
Record hours of music as 48k, 24 bit WAVs directly to the microSD card as multi-track or as the main stereo mix.
Playback a previously recorded track while recording new ones.
Load firmware updates through the microSD card.
Mix electronic music gear such as the 1010music blackbox, eurorack modules, drum machines, samplers and synthesizers.
Save and recall Project settings including all parameters for tracks, outputs, EQ and effects.
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Fit it into a small spot on your desk and then tuck it in your pack for the next gig.

What is Included:
Bluebox digital recording mixer
A microSD card with bluebox firmware and pre-loaded project files
A USB power cable and AC adapter with 3 international adapters
2 MIDI Adapters . Male 3.5 mm TRS to Female 5 pin DIN, MIDI Class B standard
A Quick Start guide to show you the basics (full user manual available online)

Specs:
6 stereo 3.5 mm TRS inputs
12 mono tracks, 6 stereo tracks or something in between
3 independently controlled stereo 3.5 mm TRS outputs
3.5h touch screen, 4 knobs, 8 navigation buttons and 3 transport buttons
3 effects: reverb, delay and compressor
Records and plays back 48k, 24-bit audio WAV files
4 band EQ per track
MIDI In and Out for beat syncing effects
Dimensions: 5.5 x 5 x 2 (14 cm x 13 cm x 5 cm), 1 lb (450 grams)
Durable aluminum case

Notes: This MIDI Adapter enables you to connect MIDI devices that use standard MIDI cables to the stereo minijacks used by 1010music products. The adapter has a male stereo minijack at one end, and a female 5 pin DIN MIDI connector on the other, and is 22 cm/8.5" long. It is also useful as a converter for connecting to other MIDI devices that use a different mapping of MIDI signals to the stereo minijacks.

Notes: 4ms blank panel - 10HP width. Black coloured PCB material with 4ms logo.

Notes: 16-conductor ribbon cable with four 16-pin connectors (20" total length), for connecting more than 2 modules in a Pod.

Notes: 4ms blank panel - 1HP width. Black coloured PCB material with 4ms logo.

Notes: 4ms blank panel - 2HP width. Black coloured PCB material with 4ms logo.

Notes: Jumper cable for connecting two Listen 4, Listen 4Q, or Listen IO modules & for daisy-chaining multiple Listens to create a larger mixer. Also used for connecting a WAV Recorder to a Listen module in order to record directly from the Listen's main mix. See the Listen module manuals for details and examples.

One cable connects two modules. By adding more cables you can create a chain between multiple modules.

Specifications:

1x3 pin female header
Pin Spacing: 0.1" (2.54mm)
Total length: 4.38" (111mm)

Notes: 4ms blank panel - 8HP width. Black coloured PCB material with 4ms logo.

Notes: Power brick for powering Pods. One power brick can power up to 10 typical Pods. Pods can be daisy-chained using a Barrel Cable or Long Barrel Cable.

15-20V / 90W / 2.1mm Barrel Plug (5.5mm outer diameter) / Positive Centre.

Compatible power bricks are available wherever ROW POWER modules are sold. You also may use your own power brick if it meets the following requirements:

- 15V to 20V DC
- Positive centre 2.1mm barrel plug
- Minimum 30W output power
- Low-noise output
- Compatible with an IEC C5 cable

Please note: IEC cable not supplied

Notes: Bus Sticks are low-profile, small footprint power distribution boards for powering up to 13 modules using shrouded (keyed) headers. Simply connect to a Row Power module using the included cable. Attaches to your case using adhesive pads (included) or by drilling and screwing.

Notes: Flying Bus (male pin) are passive power distribution cables that work with the Row Power to distribute power to your modules.

Can be daisy-chained if extra headers are needed. One 14" flying bus cables with 7 male header pins.

Notes: Low-cost, portable, compact enclosure that turns Eurorack modules into table-top instruments.

The Pod20 is 20HP with 1.34" (34mm) of available module depth. The built-in power supply has two power connectors and can be daisy-chained to other Pods. More power connectors can be added with the Multi Power Cable accessory.

Pods require a power brick. If you already have a powered Pod and power brick (or a Row Power module) you can use a barrel cable to daisy-chain powered Pods.

The Pod20 includes ten (10) M3x8mm stainless steel screws and is compatible with M3 Knurlies.

Notes: Low-cost, portable, compact enclosure that turns Eurorack modules into table-top instruments.

The Pod32 is 32HP with 1.34" (34mm) of available module depth. The built-in power supply has two power connectors and can be daisy-chained to other Pods. More power connectors can be added with the Multi Power Cable accessory.

Pods require a power brick. If you already have a powered Pod and power brick (or a Row Power module) you can use a barrel cable to daisy-chain powered Pods.

The Pod32 includes ten (10) M3x8mm stainless steel screws and is compatible with M3 Knurlies.

Notes: Low-cost, portable, compact enclosure that turns Eurorack modules into table-top instruments.

The Pod34X is 34HP wide and has extra room to fit even the deepest modules (2.16" / 55mm of available module depth). The built-in power supply has four power connectors and can be daisy-chained to other Pods. More power connectors can be added with the Multi Power Cable accessory.

This Pod requires a power brick (not included).

Or, if you already have a Pod and power brick (or a Row Power module) you can use a barrel cable to daisy-chain power supplies.

Pods are a perfect way to get started in Eurorack, or add a couple more modules to your monster system!

Made from 100% anodized aluminum, Pods are light, tough and perfect for on-the-go set ups. The power supply can handle up to 1.4A of +12V, which is plenty of juice for even the most modern digital modules. (Or if you prefer to DIY your power supply, Pods are also available unpowered)

Each Pod typically will house one or two modules, but three or more can be accommodated using a multi-power cable accessory.

Mix and match your Pods with desktop synths, effect pedals, drum machines or any musical gear for a flexible modular system. Pods can even daisy- chain with the 4ms Row Power system making them a convenient outboard mini-skiff. Need to add another module? Just add a Pod! Need to pack light for a live set? Just grab the Pods you need and go!

Basic Features:

34 HP Eurorack modular space
Standard M3 threaded holes
100% lightweight anodized aluminum
Built-in Power supply
Red, White, and Blue LED power indicators

Includes:
34HP Pod, black anodized aluminum
Extra deep (2.16"/55mm) fits virtually every Eurorack module
Built-in power supply with four Eurorack power headers
M3 x 8mm pan-head screws, stainless steel (10)
Adhesive rubber feet (4)
Does not include barrel cable or power brick
Power Supply:
Four 16-pin Eurorack power shrouded headers
+12V max 1.4A
-12V max 0.65A
+5V max 1.0A
Power input: Two barrel jacks for daisy-chaining
15V-20VDC, 2.1mm positive tip
Exterior dimensions:
Width: 177.3mm (6.98")
Height: 159.5mm (6.28")
Depth: 57mm (2.24")
Interior dimensions:
Max module depth: 55mm (2.16")
Module width: 34HP
Weight:
0.3 kg = 10 oz

Notes: The Pod48X is 48HP with 2.00" (51mm) of available module depth. The built-in power supply has four power connectors and can be daisy-chained to other Pods. More power connectors can be added with the Multi Power Cable accessory.

Pods require a power brick. If you already have a powered Pod and power brick (or a Row Power module) you can use a barrel cable to daisy-chain powered Pods.

The Pod48X includes ten (10) M3x8mm stainless steel screws and is compatible with M3 Knurlies.

Notes: Low-cost, portable, compact enclosure that turns Eurorack modules into table-top instruments.

The Pod60 is 60HP with 1.34" (34mm) of available module depth. The built-in power supply has four power connectors and can be daisy-chained to other Pods. More power connectors can be added with the Multi Power Cable accessory.

Pods require a power brick. If you already have a powered Pod and power brick (or a Row Power module) you can use a barrel cable to daisy-chain powered Pods.

The Pod60 includes twenty (20) M3x8mm stainless steel screws and is compatible with M3 Knurlies.

Notes: Low-cost, portable, compact enclosure that turns Eurorack modules into table-top instruments.

The Pod60 Unpowered is 60HP with 1.34" (34mm) of available module depth. No power supply is included, you must supply your means of powering modules with a DIY power supply or a front-facing module such as the Row Power. Two holes on the rear face are plugged with removable plastic plugs, and can be used for DIY applications.

Notes: Low-cost, portable, compact enclosure that turns Eurorack modules into table-top instruments.

The Pod64X is 64HP with 2.16" (55mm) of available module depth. The built-in power supply has four power connectors and can be daisy-chained to other Pods. More power connectors can be added with the Multi Power Cable accessory.

Pods require a power brick, or a barrel cable to daisy-chain to a Pod or Row Power that's already powered.

Pods are a perfect way to get started in Eurorack, or add a couple more modules to your monster system!

Made from 100% anodized aluminum, Pods are light, tough and perfect for on-the-go set ups. The power supply can handle up to 1.4A of +12V, which is plenty of juice for even the most modern digital modules. (Or if you prefer to DIY your power supply, Pods are also available unpowered)

Each Pod64X typically will house up to six modules, but more can be accommodated using a multi-power cable accessory.

Mix and match your Pods with desktop synths, effect pedals, drum machines or any musical gear for a flexible modular system. Pods can even daisy- chain with the 4ms Row Power system making them a convenient outboard mini-skiff. Need to add another module? Just add a Pod! Need to pack light for a live set? Just grab the Pods you need and go!

Basic Features:

64 HP of Eurorack modular space
Extra room for deep modules
Standard M3 threaded holes
100% lightweight anodized aluminum
Built-in Power supply
Red, White, and Blue LED power indicators

Includes:

64HP Pod, black anodized aluminum
Built-in power supply with six Eurorack power headers
Extra deep (2.16"/55mm) fits virtually every Eurorack module
M3 x 8mm pan-head screws, stainless steel (20)
Adhesive rubber feet (4)
Does not include barrel cable or power brick
Power Supply:

Four 16-pin Eurorack power shrouded headers
+12V max 1.4A
-12V max 0.67A
+5V max 1.0A
Power input: Two barrel jacks for daisy-chaining
15V-20VDC, 2.1mm positive tip
Exterior dimensions:
Width: 329.7mm (12.98")
Height: 159.5mm (6.28")
Depth: 57mm (2.24")
Interior dimensions:
Max module depth: 55mm (2.16")
Module width: 64HP
Weight:
0.5 kg = 17 oz

Notes: Low-cost, portable, compact enclosure that turns Eurorack modules into table-top instruments.

The Pod64X Unpowered is 64HP with 2.16" (55mm) of available module depth. No power supply is included, you must supply your means of powering modules with a DIY power supply or a front-facing module such as the Row Power. Two holes on the rear face are plugged with removable plastic plugs, and can be used for DIY applications.

Pods are a perfect way to get started in Eurorack, or add a couple more modules to your monster system!

Made from 100% anodized aluminum, Pods are light, tough and perfect for on-the-go set ups. Mix and match your Pods with desktop synths, effect pedals, drum machines or any musical gear for a flexible modular system. Need to add another module? Just add a Pod! Need to pack light for a live set? Just grab the Pods you need and go!

Basic Features:

64 HP Eurorack modular space
Standard M3 threaded holes
100% lightweight anodized aluminum

Includes:

64HP Pod, black anodized aluminum
M3 x 8mm pan-head screws, stainless steel (20)
Adhesive rubber feet (4)
Unpowered: requires you to provide your own Eurorack power system
Exterior dimensions:
Width: 329.7mm (12.98")
Height: 159.5mm (6.28")
Depth: 57mm (2.24")
Interior dimensions:
Max module depth: 55mm (2.16")
Module width: 64HP
Weight:
0.42 kg = 14.9 oz

Notes: Right angle 2.1mm barrel plug (5.5mm outer diameter, positive tip). Short barrel to barrel cable for daisy-chaining Row Powers and/or Pods. Cable is 11" long (centre of tip to centre of tip), suitable for two Pods next to each other or in front/behind each other. Also compatible with Row Power modules.

Both ends of the cable have a right-angle plug.

Notes: Good quality all-metal center adapter.

Notes: Large sized spring reverb tank, Accutronics 9BB2C1B with 3×2 springs and medium decay (1.75 - 3 seconds).

Notes: Type 1 - Blue Reverb

Features:
Compact and low cost type
2 natural coil spring type
Input impedance are changeable
Length of connect wire are changeable by optional

Application:
Specially suited for small wattage amplifier
For electric organs, guitar amplifier
Ideally suited for practice amps
2 Springs Type

Notes: This is a variant of the standard red/black racks for AE modular with wooden front and sides.

Same as with the standard cases, via a joint kit (not included) another case of this width (either one-row or two-row, standard or wooden type) can be attached at a free angle; the bus is connected via a short connector cable between both cases.

The sides, front and back are made of real-wood veneer covered MDF.

Notes: These knobs are custom made for AE modular; they fit perfectly on the shafts and can be added to all AE modules, no matter of which generation they are.

As of December 2020, all AE modules will be shipped with these knobs as standard.

Notes: Rack Screws - Tin of 30

These rack screws for Eurorack can be screwed by hand for quick changes, or use a standard screw driver.

Each Special Size M2.5 X 8mm stainless steel screw comes with a black nylon washer in a silver tin.

Notes: Updated with new driver construction and recycled materials, AIAIAI's Studio model is designed for production work and mixing, featuring the same top quality modular design as the brand's other TMA-2 models.

Supplier's Notes:

Signature AIAIAI bio-diaphragm speaker tuned for clarity and detail.

Critically acclaimed sound stage specifically designed for music creation with a clear and highly detailed sound representation.

Enhanced comfort with Alcantara.

Ultra soft over-ear memory foam cushions covered with resilient, CO2 neutral, and highly comfortable Alcantarar ideal for longer sessions.

Versatile.

Trusted for music creativity in all environments - in the studio, on the road, and on stage.

Modular product design.

This TMA-2 modular headphone system offers a customizable solution that adapts to your creative process. With interchangeable components such as earpads, cables, and drivers, you can upgrade or change parts of your headphones to improve sound quality, comfort, or style.

Headphones for life.

AIAIAI offer lifetime trade-in for your headphones or modular parts. With this program, users can leverage the modular product design to get maximum value from their purchase by swapping out used or non-functional headphones or parts for future credit. This means only investing in one pair of headphones, for life.

Signature AIAIAI sound tuned for clarity and detail
Bio-diaphragm speaker for enhanced accuracy
Enhanced comfort with Alcantarar
Responsible modular headphones - headphones for life
High quality cable

Notes: Wireless version of AIAIAI's outstanding studio headphones. Wireless+ technology allows lossless streaming with ultra-low latency. Usual stylish modular approach and quality build.

Supplier's Notes:
Empowering music creators with the freedom to create wirelessly. The TMA-2 Studio Wireless+ is a versatile professional headphone, designed for today's dynamic creative workflow. Featuring new W+ Link technology for ultra-low latency and uncompressed audio, added Bluetooth 5.0 with +80 playback, and a coiled hi-fi cable.

Wireless music creation with ultra-low latency and uncompressed audio with W+ Link technology.

Uncompressed and robust 16ms latency connection for high quality wireless audio designed for enhanced freedom and creativity.

Extended versatility with added Bluetooth for +80h playback and hi-fi coiled cable.

Seamlessly switch to Bluetooth 5.0 with +80h playback for everyday listening and inspiration, and a coiled hi-fi cable included for a traditional connection.

Signature AIAIAI bio-diaphragm speakers tuned for clarity and detail. Critically acclaimed sound stage specifically designed for music creation with a clear and highly detailed sound representation.

Enhanced comfort with Alcantarar over-ear memory foam cushions. Soft over-ear memory foam cushions covered with resilient, CO2 neutral, and highly comfortable Alcantarar, ideal for longer sessions.

Responsible modular headphones - designed to last. Upgrade and expand as technology or needs evolve to extend the functional lifetime of the product and create less waste for the planet.

Specifications

Speaker unit

Driver diameter: 40 mm.
Sensitivity: 97 dB @ 1mW.
Rated power: 40 mW.
Max power: 100 mW.
Diaphragm: Bio-cellulose.
Magnet: High grade neodymium.
Resonance freq.: 80 Hz.
Impedance: 32 Ohm

Transmitter

W+ Link audio quality: Lossless.
W+ Link latency: 16 ms.
Operating range: 12 metres.
Playback time: 30 hours.
Charging time: 3 hours.
Battery: 2700 mAh.

Headband

W+ Link audio quality: Lossless.
W+ Link operating range: 12 metres.
Bluetooth version: 5.0.
Charging time: 2 hours.
W+ Link latency: 16 ms.
W+ Link playback time: 16 hours.
Bluetooth operating range: 10 metres.
Battery: 970 mAh.
Bluetooth codecs: AAC, SBC.

Notes: Great value for FL Studio users with this dedicated controller which channels Akai's expertise in order to offer a hands-on experience for your DAW. Quicker workflow and easier access to settings.

Supplier's Notes:
The new Akai Professional Fire represents the first of its kind, a dedicated hardware controller for the FL Studio Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) platform. Created in close partnership with Image-Line, Fire is a high-performance tool designed to enhance the workflow and music-creating experience for all FL Studio producers.

Fire features a dedicated browser function to navigate, audition and load your audio samples, recall project files and open plugins. Simply select browser and use the Select rotary encoder to preview and load content and devices within FL Studio - The graphical OLED display makes for easy browsing and controlling the various files, menus and parameters within your session a breeze.

Featuring plug-and-play integration, within seconds you'll be creating patterns and building tracks using Fire's 4 x 16 velocity-sensitive RGB pad matrix, designed for immediate interaction with FL Studio's celebrated step sequencer.

Get hands-on with your production with everything you need to control FL Studio's channels and patterns. With direct hardware control over your session, you can easily mute and solo channels, expand the grid matrix, select new channels, navigate through patterns and much more without touching a mouse.

From searing synth leads to lush pads, Fire's Note mode provides the ultimate platform to add melody and harmony to your production. Simply push the Note button and Fire's RGB pads switch-up to a MIDI keyboard giving you three octaves of note data, perfect for playing all of your instruments hosted in FL Studio.

Fire's pad matrix features an MPC-style 16-pad layout for seamless integration with FPC and SliceX. This is great for FL Studio producers who want a traditional beat-making experience or want to use their finger-drumming chops on the track.

Whether you're a studio producer refining an arrangement or live performer looking to take your sessions to the stage, Fire's Performance mode provides the ideal platform to remix and reimagine your tracks. Simply select Performance mode and launch MIDI clips and audio directly from Fire's RGB pad matrix for a truly inspiring live production experience.

Fire also provides immediate access to transport controls straight from the hardware. Record, Stop, Play, as well as a button to instantly switch between Pattern and Song mode are intuitively placed for mouse-free control of FL Studio. Plus, these all double up with secondary controls providing access to Loop Record, Countdown, Wait and Metronome.

Bringing a tactile, mouse-free mixing solution to the FL Studio environment, Fire includes 4 banks of 4 touch-capacitive knobs that enable the user to instantly see and adjust parameter values. Providing control over channel, mixer and user-assignable parameters, this enables a more intuitive and enjoyable workflow. From tweaking volume and pan within FL Studio's mixer to adjusting filter controls within the selected channel and recording automation, you'll spend less time clicking and more time executing.

Speed is power. Up to four Fire devices can be connected at once, enabling unprecedented hardware control over the FL Studio mixing and production workflow. Expand channels or make more in the sequencer accessible by selecting Multi-Device Mode from the OLED display. Instantly expand the 4 x16 matrix of one Fire unit to an 8 x 32 workflow.

Enter the ground-breaking, high-powered workflow heard all over the charts with the FL Studio Fruity Fire Edition software, included with Fire. FL Studio is a complete software music production environment, the culmination of more than 20 years of innovative development. The software features everything you need in one package to compose, arrange, edit, mix and master professional quality music. With access to FL Studio's piano roll editor, step sequencer, playlist, VST instrument support, full automation functionality, plus 18+ virtual instruments and over a dozen built-in effects and processors, FL Studio Fruity Fire Edition provides the ultimate platform to spark that initial idea, ignite your creativity and complete your masterpiece - all in an ultra-intuitive, inspiring environment engineered to keep you tuned in to what's important, your music.

Pads: (64) Velocity-Sensitive RGB Backlit Pads

Knobs:
4 x 360 degree Assignable Touch-Capacitive Knobs
1 x 360 Encoder for Display Navigation

Buttons: 20 x Dedicated function buttons; Red, Amber or Green backlit
Display: OLED Display
Connections: 1 USB Type-B Port

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Windows 7, 8, 10 or later
4GB of RAM or higher recommended
4GB free disk space
FL Studio 20.0.5 or later

Mac OS:
10.11 or later
4GB of RAM or higher recommended
4GB free disk space
FL Studio 20.0.5 or later

Notes: The new Akai Professional Fire represents the first of its kind, a dedicated hardware controller for the FL Studio Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) platform. Created in close partnership with Image-Line, Fire is a high-performance tool designed to enhance the workflow and music-creating experience for all FL Studio producers.

Fire features a dedicated browser function to navigate, audition and load your audio samples, recall project files and open plugins. Simply select browser and use the Select rotary encoder to preview and load content and devices within FL Studio - The graphical OLED display makes for easy browsing and controlling the various files, menus and parameters within your session a breeze.

Featuring plug-and-play integration, within seconds you'll be creating patterns and building tracks using Fire's 4 x 16 velocity-sensitive RGB pad matrix, designed for immediate interaction with FL Studio's celebrated step sequencer. Get hands-on with your production with everything you need to control FL Studio's channels and patterns. With direct hardware control over your session, you can easily mute and solo channels, expand the grid matrix, select new channels, navigate through patterns and much more without touching a mouse.

Get hands-on with your production with everything you need to control FL Studio's channels and patterns. With direct hardware control over your session, you can easily mute and solo channels, expand the grid matrix, select new channels, navigate through patterns and much more without touching a mouse.

From searing synth leads to lush pads, Fire's Note mode provides the ultimate platform to add melody and harmony to your production. Simply push the Note button and Fire's RGB pads switch-up to a MIDI keyboard giving you three octaves of note data, perfect for playing all of your instruments hosted in FL Studio.

Fire's pad matrix features an MPC-style 16-pad layout for seamless integration with FPC and SliceX. This is great for FL Studio producers who want a traditional beat-making experience or want to use their finger-drumming chops on the track.

Whether you're a studio producer refining an arrangement or live performer looking to take your sessions to the stage, Fire's Performance mode provides the ideal platform to remix and reimagine your tracks. Simply select Performance mode and launch MIDI clips and audio directly from Fire's RGB pad matrix for a truly inspiring live production experience.

Fire also provides immediate access to transport controls straight from the hardware. Record, Stop, Play, as well as a button to instantly switch between Pattern and Song mode are intuitively placed for mouse-free control of FL Studio. Plus, these all double up with secondary controls providing access to Loop Record, Countdown, Wait and Metronome.

Bringing a tactile, mouse-free mixing solution to the FL Studio environment, Fire includes 4 banks of 4 touch-capacitive knobs that enable the user to instantly see and adjust parameter values. Providing control over channel, mixer and user-assignable parameters, this enables a more intuitive and enjoyable workflow. From tweaking volume and pan within FL Studio's mixer to adjusting filter controls within the selected channel and recording automation, you'll spend less time clicking and more time executing.

Speed is power. Up to four Fire devices can be connected at once, enabling unprecedented hardware control over the FL Studio mixing and production workflow. Expand channels or make more in the sequencer accessible by selecting Multi-Device Mode from the OLED display. Instantly expand the 4 x16 matrix of one Fire unit to an 8 x 32 workflow.

Pads: (64) Velocity-Sensitive RGB Backlit Pads

Knobs:
4 x 360 degree Assignable Touch-Capacitive Knobs
1 x 360 Encoder for Display Navigation

Buttons: 20 x Dedicated function buttons; Red, Amber or Green backlit
Display: OLED Display
Connections: 1 USB Type-B Port

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Windows:
Windows 7, 8, 10 or later
4GB of RAM or higher recommended
4GB free disk space
FL Studio 20.0.5 or later

Mac OS:
10.11 or later
4GB of RAM or higher recommended
4GB free disk space
FL Studio 20.0.5 or later

Notes: A standalone alternative to the clip-and-scene production workflow of software like Ableton Live. Huge production and performance potential with built-in synths, effects and sampling power.

FORCE 3.2 is the MOST POWERFUL STANDALONE music production system for studio production and live performance. Now, FORCE 3.2 delivers even more inspiring plugin FX, sounds, creative editing, arranging and vocal effects processing as well as award-winning mixing and mastering plugins from world-renowned AIR Music Tech.

MPC Plugin Instruments
New Sounds Mode
New AIR Effects
Probability & Ratcheting
Automation Snapshots | Track Reorder
FORCE Tuner

Supplier's Notes:
Introducing Force, the ultimate in standalone end-to-end production workflows, complete with every tool you need to produce, remix, mashup and perform your tracks live. Fusing clip-launching, a linear arranger, MIDI Multi capability, step sequencing, sampling, synth engines, tactile touch screen control and much more, all in a singular standalone device, Force is primed for any setting, from the studio to the mainstage - no computer needed.

Launch Clips, browse your sounds, edit MIDI data, manipulate samples, arrange your composition, apply XYFX, sculpt synth sounds and much more, all from Force's 7-inch, full-color, capacitive multi-touch display.

Find your creative flow with Force's arsenal of tactile controls. Trigger scenes/clips, step sequence, finger drum and play note data with an expandable 8x8 clip launch matrix. Discover new ways to supercharge your performance via 360-degree rotary encoders with OLED feedback for immediate real-time access to all core controls or any assignable parameter. Fast-track your workflow with Force's collection of smart controls for navigation, playback/recording control, note expression, crossfading and much more.

Load your samples from a USB thumb drive or SD card, or expand Force's storage with the SATA drive bay. Capture audio with (2) XLR/14-inch combo inputs with phantom power, switchable to line/instrument level. Route your audio to two stereo 1/4-inch outputs, selectable per track within Force's UI. Use the headphone out as a cue bus to audition clips/scenes. Take control of your modular gear with four independent CV/Gate outputs and unite your peripheral MIDI equipment courtesy of MIDI In/Out/Through ports and USB via Force's unprecedented MIDI Multi capability. Connectivity and storage restrictions are things of the past!

From sparking that initial idea to arranging and final mixdown, everything your production demands is here. Record, program and sequence with multiple track types including Plugin Tracks with MPC-style Drum Tracks, Audio Tracks, Keygroup Tracks, MIDI tracks and CV tracks. Sketch out song sections in performance mode, then arrange these on Force's linear arranger. Add the final polish to your track using dozens of processors and effects from the AIR FX suite, all controllable via smart assignments on the rotary encoders or the displays on the touch user interface.

For the DJ, Force immediately connects to your live rig either as a feature-rich side-cart or a solo centerpiece. Remix and mashup tracks on Force's 8x8 clip matrix. Import multiple stems, then time-stretch and pitch-shift your content all in real-time. Assign tracks to Force's crossfader and load full tracks, stems or loops to Force's 8x8 matrix. Add an extra dimension to your performance with tactile XYFX. Connect Force to your wireless network and sync your project with any Ableton Link compatible application or hardware device. The creative possibilities are only as limited as your imagination - adding an extra dimension to your DJ performance has never been simpler.

KEY SPECS:

Pads:
(64) velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads, RGB-backlit

Knobs:
(8) 360- touch-sensitive Knobs
(1) 360- encoder for display navigation and selection via push
(5) 270- knobs for gain, mix & level adjustment

Buttons:
(56) dedicated function buttons; red-, amber-, or green-backlit

Display:
6.9" / 176 mm (diagonal)
5.9" x 3.7" / 150 x 93 mm (width x height)
Full-color LED-backlit display with touch interface

Connections:
(2) XLR+1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS inputs (Input 1/2)
(4) 1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS outputs (2 stereo pairs)
(1) 1/4" (6.35 mm) stereo headphone output
(1) 1/8" (3.5 mm) MIDI input
(1) 1/8" (3.5 mm) MIDI output
(1) 1/8" (3.5 mm) MIDI thru port
(4) 1/8" (3.5 mm) CV/Gate outputs
(1) Ethernet link port
(2) USB Type-A ports
(1) USB Type-B port
(1) SD card slot
(1) power adapter input

Power:
Via power adapter: 19 V, 3.42 A, center-positive, included

Dimensions (width x depth x height):
13.8" x 15.3" x 2.85"
350 x 389 x 72.5 mm

Weight: 8.53 lbs./3.87 kg

Notes: Total Mixing Performance in a Small Package:

MIDImix is a portable compact high-performance mixer that has the unique ability to control your Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) with the press of a single button, giving all musicians and producers complete, uncomplicated mastery over mixing and processing of their digital music creations on the go.

Until now, you had to build and layer your mixes at the performance site first, then transfer that mix at a later time to your DAW for post-mix processing and manipulation. What a pain. This is not the way you'd like to do it, because of the time lag between constructing the initial mix and then not being able to work on it until later in your DAW. This meant you only had a limited ability to create the exact mix you wanted in real time.

The On-Site Mixing Problem Solved:

Akai Professional's portable MIDImix solves this problem completely. With Akai Professional's famous build quality and cutting-edge engineering, it combines a high-performance mixer with 8 individual line faders and a master fader, 24 control knobs arranged 3 per channel and 1 to 1 mapping with Ableton Live (Ableton Live Lite is included). You can send all the mixer's settings to their DAW with a single press of a button, for unprecedented management and precise control over your DAW's functionality. This is great - it means that you can mix and modify/manipulate your projects concurrently in real time, giving you a much wider array of creative options as a result of the far greater creative flexibility afforded by MIDImix.

Nothing Else Like It:

Up until now, there was just no solution for musicians and producers who needed a compact, easily portable way to mix and process their projects on site. But MIDImix is the best solution for portable mixing on the go. MIDImix offers an intuitive, familiar mixer layout, solid connectivity with the most popular DAWs, and legendary Akai Professional quality. MIDImix is exactly what you need to do great mixes and professional processing on site - at the same time.

Notes: Akai's mid-range MPC features full-size pads plus a built-in rechargeable battery and speakers. Integrated phono stage makes it easy to sample from vinyl. A hugely capable studio centrepiece.

*** Introducing MPC Stems- March 2024 ***

Akai Professional now introduces the next chapter of sampling innovation and production powered by the groundbreaking MPC Stems bringing sampling into a new chapter.

With MPC Stems, you can access the raw building blocks of any sample or vinyl record, isolating the DNA of any record. Producers can now manipulate the Drums, Bass, Music, and Vocals, opening new creative possibilities.

Akai Professional introduces the ultimate creative workflow with Stems Separation seamlessly integrated into the leading MPC series, powered by MPC 2 Desktop Software.

With MPC Stems, producers and beat-makers can now unlock unmatched sampling creativity by easily isolating drums, bass, music, and vocals from any audio, vinyl recording, or sample revolutionizing the art of sampling.
Experience lightning-fast workflow with superior sound quality, keeping you inspired throughout the creative process.

Slice and isolate samples while maintaining chop regions across each of the four stem layers.

Take complete control with direct manipulation of stem layers from the pads, adjusting volume, pitch, pan, start, and end points with instant responsiveness.

MPC Stems requires MPC 2 Desktop Software running 2.14 or higher, compatible with MPC Live, MPC Live 2, MPC One, MPC One +, MPC X, MPC XSE, MPC Key 37, MPC Key 61, MPC Studio Mk 2 in Controller Mode.

Supplier's Notes:
Meet MPC Live II, the full MPC experience in its most portable configuration yet. Everything you need to make music, anywhere, right at your fingertips.

There's no need to compromise for portability. MPC Live II is the complete MPC experience without missing a step. A rechargeable lithium-ion battery means you can work anywhere for hours. Full-size MPC pads give you the ultimate in drum performance and the expanded function buttons allow for quick editing on-the-fly so you never miss a beat.

For the first time ever, you now have studio-grade monitors built-in directly to your MPC. No need to waste precious time looking for your headphones, untangling cables or powering up external monitors. These full range stereo monitors deliver low end thump along with tight top end to make portable beat-making the sonic experience you need to feel your music.

MPC Live II integrates into your creative space with all the ports, jacks and connectivity you need. USB 3.0, 2x2 MIDI, CV/Gate, 3 stereo outs and more. WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity make for a completely wireless workflow. No matter the device, MPC Live II is ready to get connected!

MPC Live II will super charge your production. With MIDI performance to tap in to as many devices as you need, an intuitive and streamlined layout not to mention the MPC workflow features you need; 16 Levels, Note Repeat, Auto Sample, Chords & Notes More and so much more. Get ready to level up to the MPC Live II.

KEY SPECS:

Pads:
(16) velocity and pressure-sensitive pads, RGB-backlit
(8) banks accessible via Pad Bank buttons

Knobs:
(4) 360- touch-sensitive Q-Link Knobs
(4) Q-Link Knob columns accessible via Q-Link button
(1) 360- encoder for display navigation and selection via push

Buttons:
(27) dedicated function buttons; red, amber, or green backlit

Display:
6.9" / 176 mm (diagonal)
5.9" x 3.7" / 150 x 93 mm (width x height)
Full-color LED-backlit display with touch interface

CPU: Quad-core ARMr processor
RAM: 2 GB
Storage: 16 GB, expandable via SATA connections

Connections
(2) 1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS inputs (1 stereo pair)
(6) 1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS outputs (3 stereo pairs)
(1) 1/4" (6.35 mm) stereo headphone output
(2) RCA inputs (1 stereo pair)
(2) 5-pin MIDI inputs
(2) 5-pin MIDI outputs
(4) TRS CV/Gate jacks, 8 outputs total
(1) Ethernet link port
(2) USB Type-A ports
(1) USB Type-B port
(1) SD Card slot
(1) Power Adapter input

Power:
Via power adapter: 19 V, 3.42 A, center-positive, included
Via battery: Up to 5 hours of battery life

Dimensions (width x depth x height):
16.2" x 9.6" x 1.8"
411.5 x 243.8 x 45.7 mm

Weight:7.45 lbs/3.38 kg

Notes: The entry-level option to get started with Akai's MPC workflow. Hardware controller for the MPC 2 software, which runs on Mac or PC. Features 16 MPC pads and a new assignable touch strip.

Supplier's Notes:
MPC Studio is a Complete MPC System

MPC Studio brings the total MPC experience to your computer by combining intuitive hardware control and innovative, inspiring software. Load a loop from the library, chop it into samples, lay down a beat, then play instruments over it to add more melodic textures. Add some insert effects to develop your song structure and arrangement, or to build drops and transitions. MPC Studio makes your workflow one continuous stream of non-stop creativity.

Premium Pads for Perfect Production

Pad performance is the top priority for any beat maker. With MPC Studio, you can be confident that every beat and note will be right on time, every time. Velocity-sensitive RGB pads mean maximum expression, whether you're playing soft melodies or booming kick drums with coloured visuals to keep track of your velocities and pad groupings. Switch from Note to Chord Mode quickly and build out your tracks right as inspiration strikes.

Assignable Touch Strip Control and Expression

Create your own signature sounds with the assignable Touch Strip. This fluid controller bends and shapes your sounds however you want. Make that pad synth more mysterious with a swell, control the roll of your hi-hats to fill your trap drumbeat, or make that guitar part more realistic by articulating the strum right where you need it. Assign any of the numerous knobs, sliders, and parameters to the Touch Strip for new and inventive manipulation of any track. Add dynamic and real-time Touch Strip effects for the ultimate live production and performance.

Colour Screen for Vibrant Feedback

When you're locked in the creative moment, the vibrant colour screen ensures you can keep your hands on the MPC Studio and your focus on the music. Whether you need to trim a waveform, browse through instruments, samples, and plugin presets, or adjust parameters on the fly, the screen gives you the visual feedback you need in a moment's glance without having to stop your workflow and reach for your laptop. When it comes to your musical efficiency, every moment matters, and every move needs to help you effectively capture your ideas to finish your songs faster.

World-Class Plugins & Effects

MPC Studio includes an extended palette of sounds, instruments, drum samples, loops, insert effects, and much more to both spark your creativity and complete any music project or task. With over 100 instrument and effects plugins combined, MPC Studio can tackle any style or genre of music with rich, inspiring sound. The modern-day beat making insert effects plugins are powered by award-winning AIR Music Tech. with powerful editing, arranging, and mixing tools including the AIR Vocal Suite. Create, record, and mix the perfect vocals with the Vocal Suite to add everything from pitch correction, to harmonising, to thickening your vocals and audio tracks with the AIR Doubler.

Includes MPC2 Software

Akai Professional's acclaimed MPC2 Software works seamlessly with MPC Studio for the ultimate beat making and music production experience. This cutting-edge production suite and DAW combines 128-track sequencing capability, real-time time stretching, advanced MIDI editing capability, VST compatibility, and numerous plugin instruments and Insert Effects for creating and mastering professional finished songs and tracks. MPC2 software has a dedicated set of plugins to record and produce the perfect vocal recordings with the AIR Vocal Suite including automatic vocal tuning, vocal doubling, and vocal harmonising. Legendary plugin instruments including AIR Hype, AIR Mellotron, AIR Solina, and WayOutWare Odyssey, among others, offer a plethora of world-class sounds and presets to sculpt the perfect master track. A massive suite of modern plugin Insert Effects powered by AIR Music Tech - including a Limiter for finalising tracks - rounds out the infinite music and beat making possibilities.

Includes Loop Content From: Decap, F9 Audio, Mvp Loops, Rawcutz, Snipe Young, and more.

Technical Specifications:
Pads: (16) velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads, RGB-backlit, (8) banks accessible via Pad Bank buttons Knobs
Knobs: (1) 360- push encoder for display navigation and selection
Touch Strip: (1) multi-function 5.5" (140 mm) touch-capacitive controller with LED indicators
Buttons: (39) LED backlit dedicated function buttons
Display: Full-colour LCD
Connections (1) 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) MIDI input, (1) 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) MIDI output, (1) USB Type-B port
Power: via USB
Dimensions (width x depth x length): 12.0" x 6.7" x 1.5"/305 x 171 x 37mm
Weight 1.8 lbs./0.83kg

Notes: Choose Your Weapon: Building on the success of the original, the feature-packed MPD2 Series gives you amazing creative musical ammo with Thick Fat backlit MPC pads, improved controls and new bundled software.

The MPD2 Series is a product of over six years of detailed customer research and user feedback. Akai turned it into the most capable and user-friendly line of pad controllers they've developed to date.

The MPD232 is a MIDI-over-USB pad controller perfect for producers, programmers, musicians and DJs alike. Its intuitive blend of MPC controls and technologies mesh with easy USB connectivity to bring the feel of classic beat making into the world of computer music production.

New, ultra sensitive Thick Fat MPC pads have been added, creating an amazingly responsive user experience. The MPD232 has an expanded control set featuring eight knobs, eight faders, eight buttons arranged in three banks for 72 total controls. This will enable you to maximize your sound and give you increased control over effects.

The MPD232 also boasts an all-new 64-channel, 32-step performance sequencer, which the MPD32 did not have. MIDI information is sent over its plug-and-play USB interface for use on Mac or PC, eliminating the need to install any drivers.

Along with the improved functionality we've added iOS compatibility using the Camera Connection Kit (sold separately) and included over $400 of free software. Titles include: Akai Pro MPC Essentials, Big Bang Drums and Big Bang Cinema from Sonivox, Ableton Live Lite, and Software Preset Editor.

The aforementioned Software Preset Editor allows you to enjoy intuitive control editing right from the front panel of the MPD232.

The MPD2 Series marks an important evolution of the pad controller. Many years of research and customer feedback has led directly to some of the most capable pad controllers Akai have ever developed. These MPDs are the perfect bridge between your creativity and your computer-based studio.

Notes: The ultra-portable MPK Mini Play is based on the world's most popular midi controller - Akai Professional's MPK Mini-but now it comes packed with 128 sounds and its own built-in speaker. With 8 backlit MPC drum pads and a 4-way joystick for simple control, players have all they need to play their music anytime, anywhere. Four knobs (two banks capable of controlling eight different parameters) can be used to tweak sounds and edit multiple parameters in real-time, giving musicians even more performance possibilities. Powered by 3 "AA" batteries, the MPK Mini Play is built for hours of wireless fun.

Not just a mini keyboard, the MPK Mini Play can also connect to a computer via USB port for the same plug-and-play MIDI functionality as the classic MPK Mini controllers. If not disturbing others is a priority, players can use the mini-audio output jack to connect headphones to the MPK Mini Play. When you want a bigger sound, simply connect to external speakers using the same output jack. All-in-one, easy-to-use fun with "pro" features - that's the MPK Mini Play!

"We are extremely excited to introduce the MPK Mini Play," said Dan Gill, Product Manager for Akai Professional. "The MPK Mini was a huge hit with musicians and now having all those sounds on-board with a built-in speaker, along with its go-anywhere portability, Play opens up new musical possibilities that people are going to love."

KEY SPECS

Keys
25 velocity-sensitive

Pads
8 pressure and velocity sensitive
MPC-style Light-up Pads x 2 Banks

Knobs
4 assignable controller pots
1 x 360 Encoder for Display Navigation
1 Volume control

Computer Interface
USB-MIDI communications to Mac/PC

Octaves
10 with Octave Up and Down

Arpeggiator
Yes

Additional Controls
Pitchbend/Mod Joystick
Note Repeat Button
Full Level Button
Tap Tempo Button

Additional Inputs
1 14" (6.35mm) TS input for sustain pedal

Output
1 1/8" (3.5mm) headphone output
Built-in speaker

Power
USB bus powered
3 x AA batteries

Dimensions:
12.29" x 6.80" x 1.83" / 31.2 x 17.2 x 4.6 cm (WxDxH)
1.6 lbs

Notes: Third-generation version of Akai's compact keyboard is a portable instrument in its own right. Battery operation and built-in sounds and speaker let you make music anywhere. Keys and MPC pads offer full control.

Supplier's Notes:
Play Music Anywhere

Musical inspiration can happen anywhere and MPK mini Play mk3 is the perfect portable companion to capture those melodies and harmonies, anytime and anywhere. With battery-operated performance at 14+ hours, MPK mini Play mk3 users don't have to worry about power adapters, chargers, or cables when it's time to play music. The upgraded built-in speaker delivers increased output and added low-end response, making for more enjoyable playing and jamming. With an improved listening experience, users can dive into the 128+ onboard instruments and drum kits including acoustic and electric pianos, synth leads and pads, and more. MPK mini Play mk3 also houses a 1/8-inch headphone output jack for quiet practicing or songwriting without disturbing others.

Professional Performance

At the heart of the MPK mini Play mk3 is the new Gen 2 keybed. This new keybed delivers dynamic performances and accurate velocity response with a feel that players will certainly appreciate. While it maintains its sleek, compact footprint, MPK mini Play mk3 is more playable and comfortable than ever and ready for hours of playing. The 8 pads have been upgraded to real, velocity-sensitive MPC drum pads, offering optimal feel and response for even the most percussive drum parts. With Class Compliant, plug-and-play capability, MPK mini Play mk3 doubles as a powerful MIDI controller and instantly connects to your favourite DAW for immediate music production duties. 4 assignable rotary encoder knobs offer versatile control of MIDI parameters like pan or automation for super-precise editing. With its sturdy construction and build, MPK mini Play mk3 is ready to travel securely alongside any favourite music production items in backpacks or bags.

Limitless Creativity with MPC Beats Software DAW - Effects and Instruments Included

The MPK mini Play mk3 comes bundled with MPC Beats, the powerful music-making and recording desktop software DAW for Mac and PC, based on the iconic MPC hardware. This DAW features a full array of musical instrument plugins, effect plugins, and audio and drum samples ready for your next hit production. In addition to MPC Beats, MPK mini Play mk3 also includes multiple world-class plugin instruments from award-winning sound design company AIR Music Technology. Available in both AU and VST are Hybrid 3 - a powerful polyphonic analogue synth, Mini Grand - an acoustic piano instrument, and Velvet - a vintage electric piano instrument.

Educational Software Included

MPK mini Play mk3 comes with a Melodics educational package. Available as both a desktop and iPad app, Melodics features instruction for MIDI keyboards, pad controllers, and e-drums, offering tailored cross-genre lessons and realtime feedback designed to help refine necessary music creation skills. The free Melodics download includes 60 lessons to get started and with plug and play support, no extensive set-up is required. Sign-up for Melodics with your new MPK mini Play mk3 and discover fun, engaging music performance training and education.

Technical Specifications

Power: Via USB or 4 AA alkaline batteries
Dimensions (diameter x length):12.5" x 7.0" x 2.3" / 317 x 178 x 58 mm
Weight 1.9 lbs./0.86 kg

Notes: Ultra-compact keyboard and pad controller, packing 25 velocity-sensitive mini keys and eight MPC-style pads into a convenient portable format.

Supplier's Notes:
Your entry-point into a world of pro production starts here. Introducing the MPK mini mk3, the third iteration of the world's legendary best-selling mini keyboard controller that redefined how a generation of creators makes music.

Everything the modern producer demands is here: Universal compatibility for instant integration with your favorite host music production application; it's compact size makes it an ideal travel companion; its arsenal of pads and assignable controls let you take complete command of every aspect of your production; the new Gen 2 enhanced dynamic keybed guarantees your performance is captured with every subtle infection of your delivery.

For the beginner, MPK mini is a complete package with every tool you need to create hit songs from the get-go. For the working professional, MPK mini is the ultimate musical Swiss Army knife, ready to deliver on any musical task. Every song starts somewhere, so rid yourself of any roadblocks by starting your next hit with MPK mini.

New to MPK mini is a reimagined Gen 2 enhanced dynamic keybed, delivering a piano key performance fit for the world's finest keyboard players. From grand pianos to searing synth leads and lush electric pianos, this keybed guarantess to get the best out of any playing style and virtual instrument.

Add that human touch to your drum tracks with 8 pads pulled right from Akai's flagship MPC series. These bankable velocity-sensitive backlit MPC pads deliver the perfect touch for precise drumming and melodic sample playback that even the most demanding performers will find unmatched.

KEY SPECS:

Note Keys:
(25) velocity-sensitive keys; 10-octave range with octave up/down buttons

Pads:
(8) assignable backlit pads, velocity- and pressure-sensitive; 2 banks

Knobs:
(8) assignable 360- knobs

X-Y Controller:
(1) configurable thumbstick with 3 modes

Connections:
(1) 1/4" (6.35mm) TS input for sustain pedal
(1) USB port

Power: USB Bus-powered

Dimensions (width x depth x height):
12.5" x 7.13" x 1.75"
318mm x 181mm x 44mm

Weight: 1.65 lbs./0.75 kg

Notes: MIDI keyboard controller with production software package

Your entry-point into a world of pro production starts here. Introducing the MPK mini mk3, the third iteration of the world's legendary best-selling mini keyboard controller that redefined how a generation of creators makes music.

Everything the modern producer demands is here: Universal compatibility for instant integration with your favorite host music production application; it's compact size makes it an ideal travel companion; its arsenal of pads and assignable controls let you take complete command of every aspect of your production; the new Gen 2 enhanced dynamic keybed guarantees your performance is captured with every subtle infection of your delivery.

For the beginner, MPK mini is a complete package with every tool you need to create hit songs from the get-go. For the working professional, MPK mini is the ultimate musical Swiss Army knife, ready to deliver on any musical task. Every song starts somewhere, so rid yourself of any roadblocks by starting your next hit with MPK mini.

New to MPK mini is a reimagined Gen 2 enhanced dynamic keybed, delivering a piano key performance fit for the world's finest keyboard players. From grand pianos to searing synth leads and lush electric pianos, this keybed guarantess to get the best out of any playing style and virtual instrument.

Add that human touch to your drum tracks with 8 pads pulled right from Akai's flagship MPC series. These bankable velocity-sensitive backlit MPC pads deliver the perfect touch for precise drumming and melodic sample playback that even the most demanding performers will find unmatched.

KEY SPECS:

Note Keys:
(25) velocity-sensitive keys; 10-octave range with octave up/down buttons

Pads:
(8) assignable backlit pads, velocity- and pressure-sensitive; 2 banks

Knobs:
(8) assignable 360- knobs

X-Y Controller:
(1) configurable thumbstick with 3 modes

Connections:
(1) 1/4" (6.35mm) TS input for sustain pedal
(1) USB port

Power: USB Bus-powered

Dimensions (width x depth x height):
12.5" x 7.13" x 1.75"
318mm x 181mm x 44mm

Weight: 1.65 lbs./0.75 kg

Notes: This is the official case to fit both the Allen & Heath Xone K1 and K2 DJ controllers.

Features:

Padded to protect your controller in transit

Zip fastener

Doubles as a stand to elevate your controller to standard mixer height

Notes: Neatly designed slimline DJ MIDI controller from A&H. 52 controls and built-in audio interface. Compatible with any DJ software.

Supplier's notes:
Xone:K2 is a compact, slim line universal MIDI controller - incorporating a 4 channel soundcard, for use with any DJ software.

With no fewer than 52 hardware controls providing up to 171 MIDI commands across 3 layers - plus the ability to link multiple units using X:LINK, saving USB ports on your computer - Xone:K2 has the power and flexibility to put you in touch with the functions and features of your chosen software.

Quick and simple mapping lets you create a unique layout that mirrors your style and puts the functions that matter at your fingertips, whilst 3 colour illuminating switches give at-a-glance feedback - allowing you to work however you decide.

The high quality internal soundcard provides flexible user setup options using the Xone:K2 with headphones, headphones and a mix system or with an external mixer. Xone:K2 comes packed in a black padded case as standard. The case doubles as a stand, bringing the K2 up to the same height as most pro DJ mixers.

Xone:K2 is a compact designed MIDI Controller for use with any DJ software such as Ableton, Virtual DJ, MixVibes, Mixx and Traktor Pro. Xone:K2 can even be used to control lights or VJ software - if it can receive MIDI data it can take commands from K2. What each control does is entirely up to you - you can create a completely customised layout that perfectly fits the way you want to work. Xone:K2 has 52 physical controls - including 12 analogue and 6 endless rotary encoders with push switch, 4 linear faders, and 30 backlit performance switches - providing up to 171 MIDI control commands across 3 layers. We also provide example maps to get you started out the box and information on how to set up your own.

A Latching Layers system lets you assign controls to multiple layers, so a single physical control can be given up to 3 functions. You can configure all, some or none of K2's controls to be linked to the Latching Layers system. As a quick visual reminder, when toggling through layers all switches assigned to a particular layer will illuminate in the appropriate colour.

Xone:K2 has a high quality internal, four channel (2 stereo) 48kHz soundcard. Setup options include using the K2 with a pair of headphones, feeding a pair of headphones and a PA system, or connecting to an external DJ mixer.

Its slim line chassis, soft touch controls and minimal looks set K2 apart from the pack. There's plenty of substance too - Xone:K2 is built to Allen & Heath's renowned touring grade audio and build quality standards, including the use of steel nuts on all rotary controls to protect the circuitry from impact damage.

Xone:K2 comes packed in a black padded case as standard. As well as keeping it safe on the road, the case doubles as a stand, elevating the K2 up to the same height as most pro DJ mixers.

Two or more K2s can be linked via our X:LINK protocol, expanding the control capability. X:LINK uses a standard RJ45 connector and distributes power and data, allowing connection to X:LINK compatible devices, including Xone:DB4 and DB2, to expand MIDI data without using additional USB ports.

Notes: The Allen & Heath ZED-10 mixer is an amazing little desk for small band mixing. It is ultra portable for carrying to the gig, and can be used for recording live or in the studio. It comes with configurable USB audio input/output making it easy to capture stereo recordings.

Guitars can be plugged in directly to the mixer using the specially designed high-impedance inputs, while the mixer has two stereo inputs for MP3/CD players or keyboards.

Equipped with professional XLR stereo outputs and a flexible monitoring section with headphone and speaker feed outputs. The ZED-10 is bundled with IK Multimedia's AmpliTube X-GEAR software, giving access to superbly modelled amps and effects.

Getting audio to and from a computer easily is now a common requirement for live sound and music production. The way this has been implemented on ZED-10 is super-flexible and super-easy. No longer do you need to fiddle around the back of your PC to get to the soundcard inputs, only to find that the levels are all wrong and noisy. Just plug in a USB lead to your ZED-10, select the USB routing on the mixer and the device on your computer and that's it. CD quality audio to and from your PC or Mac. Switches and connection through jack socket terminals provide different send/return configurations.

SEND OPTIONS
1) Main Mix Left + Right (Post master Level)
2) Aux + FX bus (Aux is a pre-fade send, FX is a post-fade send)
3) Record Bus Left + Right (Separate stereo bus to Main Mix)

RETURN OPTIONS
1) To Playback input (through jack socket break contacts)
2) To Stereo 2 channel (through jack socket break contacts)

ZED-10 features a responsive 3-band, swept mid frequency EQ design which utilises MusiQ - with optimised slope (or Q factor) for equalising individual instruments.

ZED-10's pre-amps are similar in design to our MixWizard range of mixers, but with a twist! Inputs 3 & 4 have a high impedance jack input capable of taking either a normal line level or a low level input from a guitar pickup. These newly designed inputs have been crafted with the aim of replicating the sound of a classic guitar or instrument tube pre-amp in a combo or head amp. An extremely high input impedance ensures loading on pick-ups is minimal and a Class A FET (field effect transistor) circuit powered from 48V is employed to give the valve-like gain stage. There is a gain "Boost" switch associated with the guitar inputs which boosts gain by 26dB to cater for instruments with very low level outputs and the overdrive characteristics of the guitar inputs are very similar to a valve (tube) circuit, being asymmetric and soft. All this makes for a wonderfully natural sound to be reproduced from the instrument, full of warmth and character

Notes: Ten-channel version of one of the most cost-effective mixers on the market. Great sound, good EQ and handy built-in effects. Check out the 12-channel version if you prefer faders for level control.

Supplier's notes:
The Allen & Heath ZED-10FX mixer is an amazing little desk for small band mixing. It is ultra portable for carrying to the gig, and can be used for recording live or in the studio. It comes with configurable USB audio in/out making it easy to capture stereo recordings.

Guitars can be plugged in directly to the mixer using the specially designed high-impedance inputs, while the mixer has two stereo inputs for MP3/CD players or keyboards. Equipped with professional XLR stereo outputs and a flexible monitoring section with headphone and speaker feed outputs. We've added a set of fabulous effects to give shimmering reverbs and enhance your sound.

USB AUDIO FLEXIBILITY
Getting audio to and from a computer easily is now a common requirement for live sound and music production. The way this has been implemented on ZED is super-flexible and super-easy! No longer do you need to fiddle around the back of your PC to get to the soundcard inputs, only to find that the levels are all wrong and noisy. Just plug in a USB lead to your ZED, select the USB routing on the mixer and the device on your computer and that's it! CD quality audio to and from your PC or Mac. Switches and connection through jack socket terminals provide different send/return configurations:-

SEND OPTIONS:
1) Main Mix Left + Right (Post master Level)

2) Aux + FX bus (Aux is a pre-fade send, FX is a post-fade send)

3) Record Bus Left + Right (Separate stereo bus to Main Mix)

RETURN OPTIONS:
1) To Playback input (through jack socket break contacts)

2) To Stereo 2 channel (through jack socket break contacts)

ZED-10FX features a responsive 3-band, swept mid frequency EQ design which utilises MusiQ - with optimised slope (or Q factor) for equalising individual instruments.

ZED-10FX has an essential selection of 16 time-delay effects, designed for small groups who don't want to carry around an effects unit with their gear but who still want great quality FX at their gigs and on their recordings. Our DSP engineers worked hard, crafting and refining beautiful reverb algorithms to enhance every performance. These effects are available nowhere else at this price point - this quality and integration is only available from the ZED-FX. ZED effects are easily controlled using 3 buttons with 9 display LEDs. For example, the ideal delay time can be quickly tapped-in, or the perfect amount of reverb on the lead vocal can be dialled-in. There is one-stop navigation and editing - in fact, it's just as easy as using effects pedals. To alter effects parameters, the TAP button is held down and the up/down buttons pressed to adjust the specific parameter for that effect, for example, the decay length on PLATE, or the depth on CHORUS.

ZED-10FX's pre-amps are similar in design to our MixWizard range of mixers, but with a twist! Inputs 3 & 4 have a high impedance jack input capable of taking either a normal line level or a low level input from a guitar pickup. These newly designed inputs have been crafted with the aim of replicating the sound of a classic guitar or instrument tube pre-amp in a combo or head amp. An extremely high input impedance ensures loading on pick-ups is minimal and a Class A FET (field effect transistor) circuit powered from 48V is employed to give the valve-like gain stage. There is a gain "Boost" switch associated with the guitar inputs which boosts gain by 26dB to cater for instruments with very low level outputs and the overdrive characteristics of the guitar inputs are very similar to a valve (tube) circuit, being asymmetric and soft. All this makes for a wonderfully natural sound to be reproduced from the instrument, full of warmth and character.

The ZED-10FX is bundled with IK Multimedia's AmpliTube X-GEAR software, giving access to superbly modelled amps and effects.

Notes: The ZED-12FX is ideal for groups who need to travel light. Even with its small footprint, the 12FX squeezes in 4 auxiliary channels and swept semi-parametric EQ on top of the already impressive feature set including configurable USB audio in/out makes it easy to capture stereo recordings.

Getting audio to and from a computer easily is now a common requirement for live sound and music production. The way this has been implemented on ZED-12FX is super-flexible and super-easy. No longer do you need to fiddle around the back of your PC to get to the soundcard inputs, only to find that the levels are all wrong and noisy. Just plug in a USB lead to your ZED, select the USB routing on the mixer and the device on your computer and that's it.

USB AUDIO FLEXIBILITY
Getting audio to and from a computer easily is now a common requirement for live sound and music production. The way this has been implemented on ZED is super-flexible and super-easy! No longer do you need to fiddle around the back of your PC to get to the soundcard inputs, only to find that the levels are all wrong and noisy. Just plug in a USB lead to your ZED, select the USB routing on the mixer and the device on your computer and that's it! CD quality audio to and from your PC or Mac. Switches and connection through jack socket terminals provide different send/return configurations:-

SEND OPTIONS
1) Main Mix Left + Right (Post-fade)
2) Main Mix Left + Right (Pre-Fade)
3) Auxes 1-2
4) Auxes 3-4

RETURN OPTIONS
1) To Stereo 3 channel

MUSIQ
ZED-12FX features a responsive 3-band, swept mid frequency EQ design which utilises MusiQ - with optimised slope (or Q factor) for equalising individual instruments.

ZED-12FX has an essential selection of 16 time-delay effects, designed for small groups who don't want to carry around an effects unit with their gear but who still want great quality FX at their gigs and on their recordings. Our DSP engineers worked hard, crafting and refining beautiful reverb algorithms to enhance every performance. These effects are available nowhere else at this price point - this quality and integration is only available from the ZED-FX. ZED effects are easily controlled using 3 buttons with 9 display LEDs. For example, the ideal delay time can be quickly tapped-in, or the perfect amount of reverb on the lead vocal can be dialled-in. There is one-stop navigation and editing - in fact, it's just as easy as using effects pedals. To alter effects parameters, the TAP button is held down and the up/down buttons pressed to adjust the specific parameter for that effect, for example, the decay length on PLATE, or the depth on CHORUS.

Based on the proven pre-amps from the hugely successful PA series, ZED-12FX has DuoPre pre-amps, which use a two stage design, with carefully controlled amounts of gain in each stage. When amplifying the signal from the XLR input, the gain range is huge - 69dB of range to be exact - and is very evenly distributed around the gain control, meaning better control of signal level. Most of the gain comes from the first stage, so unwanted noise is kept to a minimum. Line level signals are simply plugged into the second stage of the pre-amp by using the line input jack socket, which has the great advantage of less noise when using the line input and also matching to a
higher input impedance.

Notes: The Allen & Heath ZED-14 is a fantastic entry-level mixer for small bands, solo performers or AV applications. Its comprehensive feature set, compact size and fine lines combine to make it one of the best small mixers around. Provided with 6 mic or line inputs, 4 stereo inputs with EQ, there are an incredible 157 controls on the front panel of the ZED-14.

This is a mixer for anyone, from entry-level to professionals, who appreciates fantastic sound, rugged build quality and imaginative feature sets. It'll be equally happy running your gig on stage, recording live or mixing down in your studio at home.

USB AUDIO FLEXIBILITY
Getting audio to and from a computer easily is now a common requirement for live sound and music production. The way this has been implemented on ZED is super-flexible and super-easy! No longer do you need to fiddle around the back of your PC to get to the soundcard inputs, only to find that the levels are all wrong and noisy. Just plug in a USB lead to your ZED, select the USB routing on the mixer and the device on your computer and that's it! CD quality audio to and from your PC or Mac. Switches and connection through jack socket terminals provide different send/return configurations:-

SEND OPTIONS
1) Main Mix Left + Right (Post-fade)
2) Main Mix Left + Right (Pre-Fade)
3) Auxes 1-2
4) Auxes 3-4

RETURN OPTIONS
1) To Stereo 3 channel

ZED-10 features a responsive 3-band, swept mid frequency EQ design which utilises MusiQ- with optimised slope (or Q factor) for equalising individual instruments.

Based on the proven pre-amps from the hugely successful PA series, ZED-14 has DuoPre pre-amps, which use a two stage design, with carefully controlled amounts of gain in each stage. When amplifying the signal from the XLR input, the gain range is huge - 69dB of range to be exact - and is very evenly distributed around the gain control, meaning better control of signal level. Most of the gain comes from the first stage, so unwanted noise is kept to a minimum. Line level signals are simply plugged into the second stage of the pre-amp by using the line input jack socket, which has the great advantage of less noise when using the line input and also matching to a higher input impedance.

Notes: One of our favourite small live/studio mixers, shown here in 16-channel form with built-in digital effects. Clean sound, decent three-band semi-parametric EQ and built-in audio interface. Very impressive.

Supplier notes:
The ZED-16FX is ideal for groups who need to travel light. It gives musicians, venues and hire companies access to 10 full mono channels, 3 stereo channels and a high quality effects unit in a compact, rack mountable format. Configurable USB audio in/out makes it easy to capture stereo recordings.

Getting audio to and from a computer easily is now a common requirement for live sound and music production. The way this has been implemented on the ZED is super-flexible and super-easy: No longer do you need to fiddle around the back of your PC to get to the soundcard inputs, only to find that the levels are all wrong and noisy. Just plug in a USB lead to your Zed, select the USB routing on the mixer and the device on your computer and that's it. CD quality audio to and from your PC or Mac.

The ZED-16FX features a responsive 3-band, swept mid frequency EQ design which utilises MusiQ, with optimised slope (or Q factor) for equalising individual instruments.

Based on the proven pre-amps from the hugely successful PA series, the ZED-16FX has DuoPre pre-amps, which use a two stage design, with carefully controlled amounts of gain in each stage. When amplifying the signal from the XLR input, the gain range is huge, 69dB of range to be exact, and is very evenly distributed around the gain control, meaning better control of signal level. Most of the gain comes from the first stage, so unwanted noise is kept to a minimum. Line level signals are simply plugged into the second stage of the pre-amp by using the line input jack socket, which has the great advantage of less noise when using the line input and also matching to a higher input impedance.

The ZED-16FX has an essential selection of 16 time-delay effects, designed for small groups who don't want to carry around an effects unit with their gear but who still want great quality FX at their gigs and on their recordings. Allen & Heath's DSP engineers worked hard, crafting and refining beautiful reverb algorithms to enhance every performance. These effects are available nowhere else at this price point, this quality and integration is only available from the ZED-FX. The ZED effects are easily controlled using 3 buttons with 9 display LEDs. For example, the ideal delay time can be quickly tapped-in, or the perfect amount of reverb on the lead vocal can be dialled-in. There is one-stop navigation and editing, in fact, it's just as easy as using effects pedals. To alter effects parameters, the Tap button is held down and the up/down buttons pressed to adjust the specific parameter for that effect, for example, the decay length on Plate Reverb, or the depth on Chorus.

Based on the proven pre-amps from the hugely successful PA series, ZED-16FX has DuoPre pre-amps, which use a two stage design, with carefully controlled amounts of gain in each stage. When amplifying the signal from the XLR input, the gain range is huge - 69dB of range to be exact - and is very evenly distributed around the gain control, meaning better control of signal level. Most of the gain comes from the first stage, so unwanted noise is kept to a minimum. Line level signals are simply plugged into the second stage of the pre-amp by using the line input jack socket, which has the great advantage of less noise when using the line input and also matching to a higher input impedance.

Notes: ZED-18 has an incredibly advanced feature-set for a mixer at this level - it gives musicians, venues and hire companies access to 10 full mono channels and 4 stereo channels in a compact, rack mountable format. Configurable USB audio in/out makes it easy to capture stereo recordings.

Getting audio to and from a computer easily is now a common requirement for live sound and music production. The way this has been implemented on ZED is super-flexible and super-easy! No longer do you need to fiddle around the back of your PC to get to the soundcard inputs, only to find that the levels are all wrong and noisy. Just plug in a USB lead to your ZED, select the USB routing on the mixer and the device on your computer and that's it! CD quality audio to and from your PC or Mac. Switches and connection through jack socket terminals provide different send/return configurations:-

SEND OPTIONS
1) Main Mix Left + Right (Post-fade)
2) Main Mix Left + Right (Pre-Fade)
3) Auxes 1-2
4) Auxes 3-4

RETURN OPTIONS
1) To Stereo 3 channel

ZED-18 features a responsive 3-band, swept mid frequency EQ design which utilises MusiQ - with optimised slope (or Q factor) for equalising individual instruments.

Based on the proven pre-amps from the hugely successful PA series, ZED-18 has DuoPre pre-amps, which use a two stage design, with carefully controlled amounts of gain in each stage. When amplifying the signal from the XLR input, the gain range is huge - 69dB of range to be exact - and is very evenly distributed around the gain control, meaning better control of signal level. Most of the gain comes from the first stage, so unwanted noise is kept to a minimum. Line level signals are simply plugged into the second stage of the pre-amp by using the line input jack socket, which has the great advantage of less noise when using the line input and also matching to a higher input impedance.

Notes: Big version of A&H's entry-level Zed series mixer. Originally intended for live applications but works very well as a studio mixer for hardware setups. A lot of mixer for your money.

Supplier's notes:
The Allen & Heath ZED-22FX mixer is ideal for groups who need to travel light. Featuring configurable USB audio input/output makes it easy to capture stereo recordings.

The ZED-22FX easily accommodates vocals, drums, guitar, bass and keys whilst also providing a dedicated FX bus and 16 internal time-delay effects, giving the whole mix extra ambience.

The ZED-22FX has an essential selection of 16 time-delay effects, designed for small groups who don't want to carry around an effects unit with their gear but who still want great quality FX at their gigs and on their recordings. Our DSP engineers worked hard, crafting and refining beautiful reverb algorithms to enhance every performance. These effects are available nowhere else at this price point, this quality and integration is only available from the ZED-FX. ZED effects are easily controlled using 3 buttons with 9 display LEDs. For example, the ideal delay time can be quickly tapped-in, or the perfect amount of reverb on the lead vocal can be dialled-in. There is one-stop navigation and editing - in fact, it's just as easy as using effects pedals. To alter effects parameters, the TAP button is held down and the up/down buttons pressed to adjust the specific parameter for that effect, for example, the decay length on PLATE, or the depth on CHORUS.

Based on the proven pre-amps from the hugely successful PA series, ZED-22FX has DuoPre pre-amps, which use a two stage design, with carefully controlled amounts of gain in each stage. When amplifying the signal from the XLR input, the gain range is huge - 69dB of range to be exact - and is very evenly distributed around the gain control, meaning better control of signal level. Most of the gain comes from the first stage, so unwanted noise is kept to a minimum. Line level signals are simply plugged into the second stage of the pre-amp by using the line input jack socket, which has the great advantage of less noise when using the line input and also matching to a higher input impedance.

Notes: The Allen & Heath ZED-24 has an incredibly advanced feature. It has 23 independent sources to the mix, 10 independent outputs and 4 aux sends. Configurable USB audio input/output makes it easy to capture stereo recordings, playback and effects, a unique dual stereo input capability and some very advanced monitoring facilities. In fact, the ZED-24 mixer is so packed full of great features that you'd think it would cost much, much more.

Getting audio to and from a computer easily is now a common requirement for live sound and music production. The way this has been implemented on the ZED-24 is super-flexible and super-easy. No longer do you need to fiddle around the back of your PC to get to the soundcard inputs, only to find that the levels are all wrong and noisy. Just plug in a USB lead to your ZED-24, select the USB routing on the mixer and the device on your computer and that's it.

Getting audio to and from a computer easily is now a common requirement for live sound and music production. The way this has been implemented on ZED is super-flexible and super-easy! No longer do you need to fiddle around the back of your PC to get to the soundcard inputs, only to find that the levels are all wrong and noisy. Just plug in a USB lead to your ZED, select the USB routing on the mixer and the device on your computer and that's it! CD quality audio to and from your PC or Mac. Switches and connection through jack socket terminals provide different send/return configurations:-

Send options:
1) Main Mix Left + Right (Post-fade)
2) Main Mix Left + Right (Pre-Fade)
3) Auxes 1-2
4) Auxes 3-4

Return options:
1) To Stereo 3 channel

ZED-24 features a responsive 3-band, swept mid frequency EQ design which utilises MusiQ - with optimised slope (or Q factor) for equalising individual instruments.

Based on the proven pre-amps from the hugely successful PA series, ZED-24 has DuoPre pre-amps, which use a two stage design, with carefully controlled amounts of gain in each stage. When amplifying the signal from the XLR input, the gain range is huge - 69dB of range to be exact - and is very evenly distributed around the gain control, meaning better control of signal level. Most of the gain comes from the first stage, so unwanted noise is kept to a minimum. Line level signals are simply plugged into the second stage of the pre-amp by using the line input jack socket, which has the great advantage of less noise when using the line input and also matching to a higher input impedance.

Notes: ZED-6 has been created for musicians, singer / songwriters and venues seeking Allen & Heath's renowned build and audio quality in a compact, portable format. Whether it's bouncing ideas around at home, performing live or recording tracks to share on YouTube and Soundcloud, ZED-6 is a versatile companion for every step of the creative journey. Featuring the new GSPre boutique preamp design, developed from the revered GS-R24 studio recording console, the ZED boasts exceptionally low noise and massive headroom, with a signature analogue warmth and depth. Guitarists will be pleased to know that ZED-6 comes with a pair of Guitar DI high impedance inputs, allowing guitars to be plugged straight into the mixer without the hassle and expense of carrying separate DI boxes.

ZED-6 features an exceptional new preamp design, created by analogue guru, Mike Griffin and developed from his highly acclaimed GS-R24 studio recording console. Known as GSPre, the preamps deliver exceptionally low noise and massive headroom, and the warmth and depth that Allen & Heath's analogue range is famous for. For tonal shaping, the precise MusiQ EQ controls have been carefully calibrated for responsiveness and precision, making it easy to shape and enhance each musical source.

All ZED mixers are designed and built to Allen & Heath's legendary touring grade standards to ensure a long life in the toughest environments. All channels are on individual, vertical circuit boards and all rotary controls are secured to the front panel with a steel nut to guard against impact damage.

ZED-6 comes with two Guitar DI high impedance jack inputs, allowing guitars to be plugged straight into the mixer without the need for DI boxes. That's one less piece of gear to buy, carry and set up.

Allen & Heath has been a trusted name in professional audio since 1969. The ZED technology advances, but the commitment to audio excellence and build quality endures.