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Always connect the LPD8 to your computer before opening the software editor. After opening the software editor, you will need to select the LPD8 from the drop-down menu on the opening screen and click 'Done.' Y For Mac or Windows Vista users, it will be listed as Akai LPD8. YFor Windows XP users, it will be listed as USB Audio Device. MCW-D 200 Editor is a freeware windows editor software for digital wireless conference system (CD-R with Editor. CD-R with Editor, Controller Demo, Voting. Supplied with control unit MCW. 200 control unit. The pads feel like Akai pads should: solid. The powdered finish feels wonderful to the finger tips and having a wireless, backlit set of pads does look really sweet in low light scenarios. Setting up as a USB controller was instantaneous in Ableton, the responsiveness of the pads as well as the sturdy foundation of the housing really impressing me.
Measuring in at just 13 inches, LPD8 is a USB MIDI pad controller that's meant to escape the boundaries of your studio. It weighs less than a pound, will easily fit into a laptop case, backpack, or messenger bag, and gives you great-feeling pads and simple parameter controls so you can make music wherever you are.
Lose the Mouse, Forget the Keyboard
Music was never meant to be created with a mouse and computer keyboard. With LPD8, you’re no longer limited to making music in a stiff, non-musical way. Pound out new beats on LPD8's drum pads. Add and tweak effects using LPD8's Q-Link knobs. LPD8 provides a satisfying production experience that travels with you.
Production in your Pocket
LPD8 is based on AKAI Professional’s MPC line of iconic music production workstations. The backlit pads are velocity-sensitive, perfect for programming rhythmic or melodic parts. Send note information, MIDI CCs, or program changes from the pads to your software, and assign each of the eight Q-Link knobs to control any parameter.
When Inspiration Knocks
Be ready to answer. LPD8 has four memory banks, so you can set it up to work with each of your favorite software programs instantly. Plus, it's class-compliant and USB-powered, so there are no drivers to install and there's no power adapter required. Just put LPD8 in your computer bag and be ready to make music.
ear blister wrote:
I have the Akai Lpd8 laptop controller. I am running it through garageband and am wondering how i can set the knobs to certain effects and other parameters. Any other tips and tricks would be appreciated.
Dec 19, 2010 6:38 PM