The eie pro conforms to the normal use, terminology and function of these ports. Max25 also comes with ableton live lite akai pro edition software, one of the most popular and powerful performance and production programs worldwide. Akai professional apc key 25 ableton live controller with keyboard. Unless youre very patient and never update your os or software. An akai professional edition of ableton live lite is also bundled with the unit. Akai professional mpd26 midiusb performance pad controller. As i mentioned in my opening comments, the akai eie pro build quality has a military grade feel about it. Consisting of four xlrtrs combo inputs and a usb hub, the akai professional eie io also contains firstrate components like nickelplated input jacks, analogstyle vu meters and a rugged aluminum casing. Eie ableton setup lets get started by connecting your eie to the computer, and powering it on using the included power supply. Akai eie pro audiomidi interface with usb hub the eie pro is a tabletop usb audio interface perfectly tailored for your project and portable studio setups. Jun 24, 2016 the akai eie and akai eie pro are the first two audio interfaces to bear the famous akai name. Check out this video that walks you through connecting equipment to the eie pro s insert points. In the audio devices tab under system settings, select eie pro as your default input and default output.
Onthego inspiration is at your fingertips with these expansions, custom crafted for impc pro. The preamps introduce a fair amount of noise, compared to the motu pramps. I recently purchased the akai mpk249, and i was curious, should i invest in a synth software like xfer serum. Hi, ive just had an akai eie pro delivered, and im trying to get the driver software installed. Akai apc key 25 ableton live usb performance controller panel keyboard interface. Feb 09, 2017 this video is the first in a series explaining why i recently switched music making platforms. This fourin, fourout 4x4 device features low latency asio drivers and enables you to record up to 24bit resolution and sample rates of 44. Ableton inside max25 also comes with ableton live lite akai pro edition software, one of the most popular and powerful performance and production programs worldwide. The 249 comes with its own software, but i have not used it yet, so would it be worth it to just get the serum software now, or farther down the line. What is a good software to use with an akai pro mpk mini. If portability is your main concern, look elsewhere.
From what ive learned, akai is extremely slow on releasing drivers, and chances are good there will be a new version of the mac os and suddenly your akai will be a paperweight for an unreasonable. Compact and powerful, the eie io is an ideal audio solution for both amateur and experts alike. Using insert points akai eie pro and the alesis 3632 youtube. All topics questions ideas problems praise updates. Akai professional akai eie and eie pro setup with ableton. Ableton live loop guitar akai apc mini mpk mini focusrite.
Alesis v49 usb midi pad keyboard controller w ableton live lite inc warranty. Details about akai professional eie pro usb audio interface. Apc40 mkii features a 5x8 rgb cliplaunching grid, so you can launch clips using 40 responsive. Now akai has built on this original partnership to introduce a reimagined live performance controller. Ive had no issues with latency using this unit work logic pro, garageband, and logic express. Mar 10, 2015 the day before the namm show 2015, in a suite of the hilton hotel in anaheim, akai professional did a secret demo of the brand new advance keyboard series and the v. Ableton happens to be my preference but just about any daw should do the trick. I was looking for a usb audio interface, with inputs and outputs lines, as well as instruments, with a d 24bit, 96khz converter, for use with laptop or pc pc tower portability, windows 7 and 8. Honestly, any software that recognizes midi input will work. Simply go to the ableton online store and add your selection to your shopping cart. The day before the namm show 2015, in a suite of the hilton hotel in anaheim, akai professional did a secret demo of the brand new advance keyboard series and. Does akais eie pro audio interface live up to its tough looks and impressive feature list. Akai impc pro 2 brings audio tracks, ableton link, audio.
This guide is a basic overview on how to setup your eieeie pro in ableton live lite, and ableton live. What is a good software to use with an akai pro mpk mini midi. Feb 06, 2018 honestly, any software that recognizes midi input will work. Akai eie pro 24bit audio midi interface with usb 2. Akai professional eie pro 24bit electromusic interface expander. Akai mpk25 software cd disk operating disk from akai for the mpk 25 due to the massive impact from covid19 virus some orders are subject to delays in processing and shipping.
If you are a windows user, we will also need to download and install asio4all. The eie pro features traditional midi in and out jacks for playing and controlling software with keyboard and pad controllers, workstations, and other midicompatible instruments. The silver and black eie or electromusic interface expander pro is the. The silver and black eie or electromusic interface expander pro is the followup to akais first foray into audio interface production the eie and builds on the companys considerable reputation for manufacturing userfriendly, durable hardware. Eie s usb interface is class compliant for plugandplay operation with mac os x and windows xp, vista and 7. I just spent the entire day resetting my msi gs73, reinstalling windows 10, optimising for audio, downloading the latest version of ableton live, downloading the latest akai drivers for the eie pro. In 2009, akai professional collaborated with ableton on the first dedicated ableton controller, the apc40. If you have any questions please email us directly. New listing akai eie pro audio interface 24bit 96khz usb used once boxed. Apr 23, 20 here well take a look at whether eie pro lives up to its tough looks and impressive feature list. Ableton live lite enables musicians to spontaneously compose, record, remix, improvise and edit musical ideas in a seamless audiomidi environment. Whether you are a customer or dealer, if you already own an akai pro product, or if you just have presales questions, the akai pro technical support team is available to help. The brand is no stranger to digital audio, however, having built its reputation upon a range of samplers that became the first choice of professional and home studios throughout the 80s and 90s. Audiodubai now also apply free shipping to all akai purchases throughout bahrain, kuwait, oman, qatar and saudi arabia.
Always keep in mind that 828 series from motu costs nearly three times as much as the eie pro. On taking this thing out of the box, i was first struck by. Stereo graphic equalizer 19 pages recording equipment akai mpc quick start manual. The three additional usb ports allow the eie pro to function as a hub as well, bridging other midi controllers and harddrives to the computer. If your software lets you choose the hardware setup adobe audition 3. Akai eie pro works for a while and then creates bitcrushed digital. First, you must be sure to install the latest drivers for your operating system. Routing audio to tracks in pro tools search akai mpc renaissance and studio. Ableton live controller with keyboard akai pro apc key 25 the apc legacy in 2009, akai professional collaborated with the creators of ableton live, a powerful music performance and production software environment, and introduced the original ableton performance controllerapc40. This template works very similar to fxgrid for launchpad in addition to utilizing the knobs and faders for custom effect control. Akai professional videos apc, mpc, mpk, synthstation, guitarfx, xr, eie, mpd. The silver and black eie or electromusic interface expander pro is the followup to akais first foray into audio interface production the eie and builds on the company.
When i put the disc in, all i get is the option of viewing or importing images on it, or viewing the files in the folder. I am happy with my akai eie pro, its a quirky piece of gear and it seems to me discounting the initial problems getting it working to be very featurerich for the price. Use the included usb cable to connect the eie pro to your computer. Akai professional advance secret hotel room demo youtube. Other cool extras include transport controls for tracking and editing, footswitchable patch changes, and ableton live lite akai edition software. Akai mpk49good conditionused in smoke free studiono broken keys. Akai professional eie pro 24bit electromusic interface. Akai mpk25 software cd disk custom akai mpc sampler.
I young relative keeps expressing an interest in making his own music, and hes dabbled with fruityloops. Akais latest audio interface boasts a formidable feature set and an emphasis on robust hardware and simple operation. The apc40 comes with ableton live lite akai edition and a serial number. Eies usb interface is class compliant for plugandplay operation with mac os x and windows xp, vista and 7. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. Akai apc 40 is one of the most popular controllers for ableton live along side the launchpad. Based closely on the mpk49 the first keyboard to feature mpc pads, the mpk25 is a 25key model that retains the same flexibility and sonic versatility that made the mpk49 so popular. Buy akai pro audio equipment and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. See the change log 3 recent recent activity 5 new topics today frequently asked questions.
These steps will work with most versions of ableton, although we are using ableton live 9 as the example in this walkthrough. Akai pro mpc renaissance using as a plugin in ableton live. Akai professional mpd32 midiusb software control surface. The akai eie pro, by comparison is a simpler unit, but works very well. Retronyms and akai have released impc pro 2 a major update that adds new track types, support for audio units, extended midi support and the ability to create complete songs essentially turning the app into a mobile daw. This evolves the mobile beatmaking app concept into a more complete song creation tool, says retronyms cofounder jp walton. I still, having gone through everything ive gone through, would not swap it for another interface in the same price range.
Buy akai professional eie pro professional 24bit audiomidi interface with. This video is the first in a series explaining why i recently switched music making platforms. Akai impc pro 2 brings audio tracks, ableton link, audio unit. Ableton live 9 vs akai pro mpc software automation youtube. This guide is a basic overview on how to setup your eie eie pro in ableton live lite, and ableton live. Next, connect your eie pro to the computer, and power it on using the included power supply. At the bottom of the shopping cart page, enter the code printed on the coupon included in the box with your akai pro. Akai professional eie pro professional 24bit audio.
The akai eie and akai eie pro are the first two audio interfaces to bear the famous akai name. The 8 faders control the baduda filters audio effect rack you can grab from here. This video shows how to fully map out your akai pro mpk mini midi controller for a live performance. Here well take a look at whether eie pro lives up to its tough looks and impressive feature list. Mpc software 2 heavyweight production hub add to compare. The eie features traditional midi in and out jacks for playing and controlling software with keyboard and pad controllers, workstations, and other midicompatible instruments. Akai gear ships to the united arab emirates, dubai and abu dhabi with free international shipping. On taking this thing out of the box, i was first struck by the fact its completely wrapped in metal. Its a great time to upgrade your home music studio gear with the largest selection at. So i could not get audio out of the inserts using a trs cable i could only go in.
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