Description
Overview
Description
APC64 is the powerful next-generation Ableton Live controller that delivers new levels of control and
performance. Featuring 64 RGB velocity-sensitive pads with poly-aftertouch, eight fully assignable touch
strips, a revolutionary internal step sequencer, and more, APC64 is the future of Ableton Live hardware
control.
APC64 enables in depth control of Ableton Live for music-creation and live performance. The 8×8 pad
matrix features 64 velocity-sensitive RGB pads for launching clips (and much more) in the darkest studios
and under the brightest stage lights. Add expression to your performances with 8 fully assignable Touch
Strip controllers.
Place vibrato, modulation, filter cutoff and other parameters at your fingertips; Adjust volume or effects
sends to control your mix without missing a beat, and always keep track with APC’s color screen displaying
information about what you are controlling and where your levels are.
APC64 is a powerful composing tool. Write unique melodies and chord progressions with Notes and
Chords modes that turn the 8×8 pad matrix into an expressive musical palette. When you need help finding
inspiration, experiment with Probability or Mutate features to take your music in unexpected directions,
then instantly capture the results with the internal 8 track, 32 Step Sequencer
Bring out the best of Ableton Live with hardware workflows designed for seamless DAW control. In addition
to scene launch buttons, APC64 features transport controls with dedicated Play, Stop, and Record buttons.
Arm tracks, dial-in volume, adjust sends, or spread your sound with panning controls.
Call up Ableton Live’s functions with secondary controls of the backlit mode buttons that help you save
time but more importantly, stay inspired and productive. Dive deeper into Live’s devices with hands-on
control of instruments, effects, processors and more.
Creative moments can often be found away from your computer; APC64 is ready to control your MIDI / CV
hardware for standalone, DAW-less functionality. Power APC64 over USB and connect your favorite synths,
Eurorack modules, keyboards, drum machines, and more.
APC 64 has 8x CV / Gate outputs as well as 1 MIDI in 2 MIDI out ports (via mini TRS jacks). The standalone
Step Sequencer enables up to 8 tracks with 32 steps and 16 note polyphony on each track; with continuous
control available via the 8 touch strips. Customize your own layout with the included APC Project Editor
Software to personalize and store presets for quick recall later.
Features
•8×8 clip launching and note performance matrix
•Velocity-sensitive RGB-enabled pads with poly aftertouch
•8 Assignable touch strip faders for mixer, effects, and device controls
•Internal 8-track, 32-step sequencer for real-time performing with or without a computer
•Note and Drum modes for creative pad performance
•Custom mode with Software Editor for full user configuration
•3 1/8” MIDI ports to connect keyboards and desktop synths
•8 CV/Gate output ports to control external modular devices
•Includes Ableton Live Lite 11 production software
