--- product_id: 497797896 title: "APC Mini MK2 - USB MIDI Pad Controller for Clip Launching with Ableton Live Lite, 64 RGB Pads, Drum and Note Mode and MIDI Mixer" brand: "akai professional" price: "VT41943" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Akai Professional" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/497797896-apc-mini-mk2-usb-midi-pad-controller-for-clip-launching store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # USB plug-and-play for instant connectivity 64 RGB pads with vibrant visual feedback 9 assignable faders for hands-on control APC Mini MK2 - USB MIDI Pad Controller for Clip Launching with Ableton Live Lite, 64 RGB Pads, Drum and Note Mode and MIDI Mixer **Brand:** akai professional **Price:** VT41943 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Elevate your beats with the ultimate compact MIDI powerhouse! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** APC Mini MK2 - USB MIDI Pad Controller for Clip Launching with Ableton Live Lite, 64 RGB Pads, Drum and Note Mode and MIDI Mixer by akai professional - **How much does it cost?** VT41943 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/497797896-apc-mini-mk2-usb-midi-pad-controller-for-clip-launching) ## Best For - akai professional enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted akai professional brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Hands-On Mixer Control:** 9 smooth faders mapped to volume, pan, and device macros for real-time mixing - • **Compact & Portable Design:** Fits in your laptop bag for creativity anywhere, anytime - • **Vibrant 64-Pad RGB Matrix:** Launch loops, vocals, and samples with dynamic color-coded feedback - • **Versatile Drum & Note Modes:** Play melodies and drum racks intuitively with Smart Scale View - • **Seamless Ableton Live Integration:** Pre-mapped 1-to-1 control for effortless clip launching and mixing ## Overview The APC Mini MK2 is a sleek, USB-powered MIDI pad controller featuring 64 RGB backlit pads, 9 assignable faders, and seamless 1-to-1 integration with Ableton Live Lite. Designed for creative looping, mixing, and live performance, it offers versatile drum and note modes with Smart Scale View, making it perfect for studio and stage. Lightweight and portable, it empowers millennial professionals to produce, perform, and innovate on the go. ## Description APC Mini MK2 is the ultimate compact solution for music creation in any environment. Enjoy 1-to-1 integration into the Ableton workflow, perfect for creative looping, remixing, and experimenting.Bright 64 RGB-Backlit PadsWhether in the studio or on stage, get a brilliant and precise representation of your Ableton Live session clips. Launch and activate loops, instruments, vocals, and more with confidence.9 Assignable FadersAPC Mini MK2 has 9 faders automatically mapped to the eight Macro Controls of Ableton Live’s selected device. Control multiple parameters with one Master fader to generate totally innovative sounds.Drum and Note ModesThe Drum sample mode features seamless integration with Ableton Drum Rack. Even without a MIDI Controller, Note mode enables you to play melodies effortlessly for inspirational performances.Real-Time Project FeedbackWith Smart Scale View Mode, the musical key currently selected is also visible across the pads to ensure you know what scale you’re in without having to reference your laptop screen.Dedicated Scene Launch Buttons with Soft KeysTo activate a group of clips, press one of the Scene Launch buttons to the right of the pad matrix. Hold Shift and press one of the Soft Keys to change the function of the Clip Stop Buttons.4 Directional Arrow ButtonsMove around the clip matrix with ease using the directional arrow buttons. When navigating large Ableton Live sessions, the intuitive directional arrows enable quick movement without missing a beat.Always In Your Bag PackWrite and perform anywhere you find inspiration. APC Mini MK2 fits into your laptop bag for sleek music control at any opportunity. Plug and play via standard USB cable (*bag not included). Review: More than it seems - There are a lot of reviews for this as a DAW. This isn't one of them. Welcome to my newest DJ Deck. My greatest love in this digital DJing world is the flexibility that DJs have with workflow. My greatest complaint is that everyone is still stuck in the thought processes that began with a two deck setup and a 3 band eq. It's time to move on from the hardware defined to the software mindset. This thing helps. It only took three days for me to custom map this to the two DJ programs I use; TRAKTOR and Virtual DJ. I can control stems, pitch, key, hot cues, transport pads, and a heck of a lot of effects. With all of them on the main page. Since then, I've had more time to work on my art due to it's size and portability, and having all my options on the main page means that I'm not flipping through pages, but just playing music and working my my sets. Being able to be software defined, it matters not that your use if different than mine, just program it for what you need. And the size is perfect to carry along - or just have near your desk so when the work day is done, you just move your keyboard out of the way... No big deck, No location change, No big deal. And performance? Let's be honest. Very few DJs need platters. I certainly don't. And neither does anyone else who isn't scratching, as long as you've got the nudge buttons, which I may add are trivial to map. I use this along my main deck for gigs to give me flexibility, but it would work just as well with a basic 2 or 4 channel mixer, and I wouldn't even need the mixer is someone, hint hint, would make an appropriately sized and priced 4x4 or 4x6 rotary encoder box. But if you want a new button or slider to bust out or cut a stem? It's right there! You want to set an instant double or loop? It can be right there! You have effects that are sick, but are a pain to set up and find in the menu? Program it! These can all be right there. There are 64 RGB pads, 17 led backlit buttons, and 9 sliders. The sliders aren't innofaders. (Duh) But they are consistent and smooth. And the pads are what you expect for $100. But they work every time, even if they are a bit more sensitive than I like. Programming was straightforward for my DJ software with no unexpected hiccups. Build quality is fine. I wouldn't want this for $300, but it is a super good value buy at $100. Especially considering the costs of it's competitors in this space. But the real benefit is the variety of pads and sliders. Depending upon your priorities, you can use 16 pads for 4 decks, 32 pads for 2 decks, or even 64 for one deck if you wanted. I use one row for common actions and loading. Two rows for effects, two for hot cues, one for loops/beatjumping, one for pitch/key (I do a lot of key mixing), and one for transport. The sliders run main volume, vocals, melody, and rhythm. There are still a few pads and a lot of buttons not in use. It is tools like this that make the age of digital DJing the magic that it is. I Highly Recommend this for anyone looking to try something different in their DJ skills, to move on to the next level, to get more mobile. After 3 weeks of use I'm already doing things I've never done, and sounding better and more entertaining that I've been in a while. You can do it. This can help. Review: Great responsiveness and tactile feels - Great responsiveness and wonderful tactile feel to the buttons. Nice rubber pads and colorful lights that respond to coding in Ableton live. Wonderful hardware. ## Features - Complete Control -Ableton Live Clip Launching MIDI Controller, perfect for creative looping, mixing, home studio and live performing; Connect to Ableton Live and control all your studio equipment - Ableton Live Lite Included - An industry-leading DAW for PC and Mac; Capture ideas, live performances, record, mix and unleash your creativity; APC Mini MK2 is pre-mapped for 1-to-1 integration with Ableton 11;2;7 onwards - Bright 8x8 RGB Pad Matrix - 64 RGB pads for launching clips in Ableton Live providing visual color feedback; Trigger everything from Loops, Vocals, and melodic samples for instant creativity - 9 Assignable Faders - With 8 assignable faders + 1 master fader instantly map to Ableton Live's mixer for hands-on mix control of volume, pan, or devices; Use Device mode to control Ableton macros - Drum and Note Modes -The Drum sample mode features seamless integration with Ableton Drum Rack; With the inbuilt Smart Scale View, Note mode enables you to visually play melodies effortlessly - Instant Connectivity - APC Mini MK2 is powered over USB and supports plug-and-play connectivity, for seamless integration from the studio to the stage for Mac and PC, no batteries or power adapters needed - DAW Integration - Comprehensive virtual instrument pack including Hybrid 3 - powerful polyphonic analog synth, Mini Grand - acoustic piano instrument, and Velvet -vintage electric piano instrument ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0BPC32YZ1 | | Additional Features | Backlit Drum Pad, Compact, Lightweight, Portable, Programmable | | Best Sellers Rank | #1,084 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #8 in Computer Recording MIDI Controllers | | Brand Name | Akai Professional | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | Laptop, PC | | Connectivity Technology | USB | | Connector Type | USB | | Control Method | Touch | | Control Type | track faders, clip launching | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (2,961) | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00694318025604 | | Hardware Interface | USB 2.0 Type B | | Hardware Platform | General-Purpose | | Human Interface Input | Buttons | | Included Components | APC mini mk2 USB Cable, Ableton Live Lite (download), User Guide, Software Download Cards, Safety & Warranty Manual | | Instrument | MIDI Controller | | Instrument Key | Any | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 8.28"D x 9.48"W x 1.2"H | | Item Type Name | APC Mini MK2 - USB MIDI Pad Controller for Clip Launching with Ableton Live Lite, 64 RGB Pads, Drum and Note Mode and MIDI Mixer | | Item Weight | 810 Grams | | Keyboard Description | Ergonómico | | Manufacturer | inMusic Brands Inc. | | Material Type | Durable High-Grade Plastic | | Mixer Channel Quantity | 9 | | Model Name | APCMINI2 | | Model Number | APCMINI2 | | Model Year | 2023 | | Noise Control | None | | Platform | Mac, Windows | | Product Style | APC Mini | | Supported Software | Ableton Live | | Total USB 2.0 Ports | 1 | | Total USB Ports | 1 | | UPC | 694318025604 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | 1 year manufacturer. | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Akai Professional - **Connectivity Technology:** USB - **Model Name:** APCMINI2 - **Product Dimensions:** 8.28"D x 9.48"W x 1.2"H - **Special Feature:** Backlit Drum Pad, Compact, Lightweight, Portable, Programmable ## Images ![APC Mini MK2 - USB MIDI Pad Controller for Clip Launching with Ableton Live Lite, 64 RGB Pads, Drum and Note Mode and MIDI Mixer - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81WawIM64QL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Anyone gets it to work? I got 2 of them but it's not recognized from my computer. I tested 5 different computers including desktop.** A: It may not work properly with any version of Ableton below 10. I'm not sure if that's the problem but I heard it online that it might not function with older versions of Live. **Q: sirve para trabajar con sunlite2 ?** A: Si **Q: Can this midi pad controller work with GarageBand on Mac ?** A: I think it could work with Garage Band but you wouldn't get the full functionality. Since it was designed to work with Ableton it has a specific "language" that makes the LEDs color correspond to the clip colors on Abletons session view. It's full potential is in being a controller to trigger clips in session view so in my opinion it would be a waste for any other DAW and you would be better off with a midi controller that's designed for a more diverse set of conditions instead of the APC mini which is so specific to Ableton session view. It's a one trick pony but it does its one trick pretty well. **Q: Can the apc mini mk2 be used with software other than live? are the keypads / faders assignable to midi messages?** A: Yes keypads and faders are MIDI messages and can be assigned to other apps. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ More than it seems *by R***N on January 23, 2024* There are a lot of reviews for this as a DAW. This isn't one of them. Welcome to my newest DJ Deck. My greatest love in this digital DJing world is the flexibility that DJs have with workflow. My greatest complaint is that everyone is still stuck in the thought processes that began with a two deck setup and a 3 band eq. It's time to move on from the hardware defined to the software mindset. This thing helps. It only took three days for me to custom map this to the two DJ programs I use; TRAKTOR and Virtual DJ. I can control stems, pitch, key, hot cues, transport pads, and a heck of a lot of effects. With all of them on the main page. Since then, I've had more time to work on my art due to it's size and portability, and having all my options on the main page means that I'm not flipping through pages, but just playing music and working my my sets. Being able to be software defined, it matters not that your use if different than mine, just program it for what you need. And the size is perfect to carry along - or just have near your desk so when the work day is done, you just move your keyboard out of the way... No big deck, No location change, No big deal. And performance? Let's be honest. Very few DJs need platters. I certainly don't. And neither does anyone else who isn't scratching, as long as you've got the nudge buttons, which I may add are trivial to map. I use this along my main deck for gigs to give me flexibility, but it would work just as well with a basic 2 or 4 channel mixer, and I wouldn't even need the mixer is someone, hint hint, would make an appropriately sized and priced 4x4 or 4x6 rotary encoder box. But if you want a new button or slider to bust out or cut a stem? It's right there! You want to set an instant double or loop? It can be right there! You have effects that are sick, but are a pain to set up and find in the menu? Program it! These can all be right there. There are 64 RGB pads, 17 led backlit buttons, and 9 sliders. The sliders aren't innofaders. (Duh) But they are consistent and smooth. And the pads are what you expect for $100. But they work every time, even if they are a bit more sensitive than I like. Programming was straightforward for my DJ software with no unexpected hiccups. Build quality is fine. I wouldn't want this for $300, but it is a super good value buy at $100. Especially considering the costs of it's competitors in this space. But the real benefit is the variety of pads and sliders. Depending upon your priorities, you can use 16 pads for 4 decks, 32 pads for 2 decks, or even 64 for one deck if you wanted. I use one row for common actions and loading. Two rows for effects, two for hot cues, one for loops/beatjumping, one for pitch/key (I do a lot of key mixing), and one for transport. The sliders run main volume, vocals, melody, and rhythm. There are still a few pads and a lot of buttons not in use. It is tools like this that make the age of digital DJing the magic that it is. I Highly Recommend this for anyone looking to try something different in their DJ skills, to move on to the next level, to get more mobile. After 3 weeks of use I'm already doing things I've never done, and sounding better and more entertaining that I've been in a while. You can do it. This can help. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great responsiveness and tactile feels *by D***N on March 19, 2026* Great responsiveness and wonderful tactile feel to the buttons. Nice rubber pads and colorful lights that respond to coding in Ableton live. Wonderful hardware. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Simple and Great *by F***A on March 14, 2026* Simple and Great ## Frequently Bought Together - AKAI Professional APC Mini MK2 - USB MIDI Pad Controller for Clip Launching with Ableton Live Lite, 64 RGB Pads, Drum and Note Mode and MIDI Mixer - FBLFOBELI Hard Carrying Case for AKAI Professional APC Mini MK2 / MPD218 / MIDImix USB MIDI Pad Controller - AKAI Professional MIDImix - USB MIDI Controller Mixer with Assignable Faders & Master Fader, 24 Knobs and 16 Buttons, 1 to 1 Mapping With Ableton Live --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/497797896-apc-mini-mk2-usb-midi-pad-controller-for-clip-launching](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/497797896-apc-mini-mk2-usb-midi-pad-controller-for-clip-launching) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*