Akai MPC Fly for iPad 2 Music Production Controller

Akai has come up with a cool way to use your Apple iPad 2 as an MPC music production controller with this new Akai MPC Fly for iPad 2. The unit comprises a 16-pad controller that comes in a laptop-like protective case, which also holds the iPad 2 tablet. An Akai app for the iPad 2 provides the software for sequencing up to four tracks simultaneously. The Akai MPC Fly set-up provides you with real MPC pads, MPC Note Repeat and MPC Swing functions so you can produce tracks anywhere.

MPC FLY Hardware

- The first MPC designed specifically for iPad 2

- Fitted compartment for iPad 2 provides fully integrated portable MPC solution

- 16 backlit genuine MPC pads with MPC Note Repeat & MPC Swing

- Works seamlessly with the MPC App: sequence & sample editing, effects, EQ and more

- Create beats on the go and transfer to a Mac or PC for further mastering

- Double-hinged case sits upright, lies flat or closes for transport

- Compatible with virtually any Core MIDI app

- Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery

- Charges iPad when plugged into wall power

MPC Fly iPad App

- Sequence four tracks simultaneously: four-track mixer built in

- Built in sound library of samples and drum kits

- Record and overdub sequences and create and edit your own Programs

- 16-Levels mode: play one sample at 16 levels of attack, velocity, length, and tuning

- Note variation slider allows you to manipulate attack, velocity, length, and tuning as you play

- Built-in effects: delay, bit crusher, master compressor/limiter

- Time correct: 1/8 note – 1/32T with variable Swing setting

- Note Repeat: 1/8 note – 1/32T timing

- Sample using internal mic or line-in and trim and categorize samples

- Sample from your iPod library with turntable interface

- Share on SoundCloud, Facebook or twitter

- Supports WIST, Wireless Sync Start protocol from Korg

- Supports AudioPaste