Detail 01
16 pads / three pad banks
Gives access to 48 pad assignments for sounds and clip-based control.
Product detailSKU #1437504461665
Akai ProfessionalMPD218 Pad Controller
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Hands-on control for software instruments and production sessions, with 16 responsive MPC-style pads for drums, samples, loops, and clips. Three pad banks expand that to 48 pad assignments, while six knobs access up to 18 parameters across three banks for level, pan, filter, and effect adjustments. USB supplies power and connection through the included cable, keeping the setup direct. Its compact, lightweight format also makes it practical to carry alongside a laptop.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Programming drums, triggering samples, loops, and clips from music software or virtual instruments.
- Mobile music-making setups using a compact controller alongside a laptop or iOS device.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Using an iOS device without adding the separately sold Camera Connection Kit.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Six knobs / three knob banks
Places up to 18 adjustable software parameters under physical control.
Detail 03
USB bus-powered
The controller receives power through its USB connection; no external power supply is required.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01iOS use requires a Camera Connection Kit, sold separately.
- 02The included software bundle comprises MPC Essentials, Big Bang Drums, Big Bang Cinema, Ableton Live Lite, and a preset editor.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How many pad assignments can the MPD218 access?
Its 16 pads operate across three pad banks, providing 48 pad assignments.
02Does it need an external power supply?
No. It is bus-powered through USB and includes a USB cable.
03Can it work with iOS devices?
Yes, with a Camera Connection Kit, which is sold separately.
Reference
Full specifications
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1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
