AKAI MPD226
Building on the success of the original, the versatile MPD2 series gives you amazing creative musical ammunition with big fat backlit MPC pads, improved controls and new bundled software.
People loved the original MPDs so much that we didn’t want to tinker with the success.
The MPD2 series is the result of more than six years of detailed customer research and user feedback. We asked what you wanted and we listened carefully. We took what you told us and turned it into the most capable and user-friendly line of pad controllers Akai Professional has developed to date.
Nitty-Gritty
The MPD226 is a MIDI-over-USB pad controller perfect for producers, programmers, musicians and DJs. The intuitive mix of MPC controls and technologies combined with simple USB connectivity brings the feel of classic beatmaking into the world of computer music production.
Experience the difference
First, we improved our game by adding new, ultra-sensitive Thick Thick MPC pads that create an amazingly responsive user experience. The MPD226 has a comprehensive control set with four knobs, four faders, four buttons arranged in three banks for 36 total controls versus 12 on the MPD26. This allows you to maximize your sound and gives you more control over effects.
MIDI information is transmitted via the plug-and-play USB interface for use on Mac or PC, so there’s no need to install drivers.
Goodies
In addition to improved functionality, we’ve added iOS compatibility using the Camera Connection Kit (sold separately) and added over $400 worth of free software. Titles include: MPC Beats, Drum Synth 500 by AIR, Ableton Live Lite and Software Preset. The aforementioned Software Preset Editor allows you to edit intuitively from the MPD226’s front panel.
Our MPD2 series marks an important evolution of the pad controller. Years of research and customer feedback have resulted in the most capable pad controllers we have ever developed. These MPDs are the perfect bridge between your creativity and your computer-based studio.
