Akai LPD8

Compact and flexible, the Akai Professional LPD8 pad controller fits effortlessly into any bag and is ready to go whenever inspiration strikes you. Weighing less than a pound and only 13 inches wide, it goes wherever you do – whether it's to a café, the studio, or on the road. The eight velocity-sensitive pads respond precisely to every nuance of your playing, making them perfect for intuitively recording beats, samples, or melodies.

Instead of laboriously creating music with a mouse and keyboard, the LPD8 gives you a real, tangible playing experience. The eight Q-Link rotary knobs can be freely assigned, allowing you to control effects, filters, or other parameters in real time. This keeps your workflow smooth and creative without annoying detours. Especially practical: The four memory banks let you save different setups for various software applications directly on the device.

Based on Akai Professional’s renowned MPC series, the controller delivers authentic performance in a compact format. The backlit pads not only send note commands but can also transmit MIDI CCs or program changes – flexibly adaptable to your individual style. Whether for beatmaking, live performance, or music production: the LPD8 fits seamlessly into your setup.

Thanks to USB bus power, you don’t need a power adapter or additional drivers – just plug in and start. The included editor software for Mac and PC also makes it particularly easy to customize the device to your personal preferences. With its rugged build and intuitive layout, the Akai Professional LPD8 is the perfect solution for anyone who doesn’t want to compromise on quality while on the move.

Features Akai Professional LPD8

• Compact USB MIDI controller with 8 pads and 8 rotary knobs, ideal for mobile music production
• 8 velocity-sensitive, backlit pads for precise recording of beats and melodies
• 8 freely assignable Q-Link rotary knobs for software parameter control
• 4 programmable memory banks for quick access to different setups
• USB-powered and class-compliant for instant use without driver installation
• Includes editor software for easy customization of controls
• Developed based on Akai Professional’s proven MPC technology

Technical Specifications

• Connection: USB 1.1 (compatible with USB 2.0)
• Pads: 8 velocity-sensitive MPC-style pads with LED backlighting
• Knobs: 8 freely assignable rotary knobs
• Memory slots: 4 programmable memory banks
• Pad functions: Send notes, program change, or control change
• Compatibility: Windows and Mac
• Weight: 0.45 kg
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 310 x 80 x 30 mm

Scope of Delivery

• Akai Professional LPD8 pad controller
• USB cable
• Editor software (download)
• Quickstart guide and safety instructions