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  • bazzzoukkbazzzoukk

    Great Pads

    Akai Professional LPD8Published on 03/12/14 at 09:17
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    My problem was to play finger very precisely supplements driving rhythms DHS Sonic Core and sounds of madness, and save them in DAW, so I wanted very reactive pads, instant. I play the djembe and darbuka, so it has to follow. Already have several DAW controller, the knobs and sliders other dedicated I was not interested.

    The LPD8 fulfill all these conditions, his pads respond excellently, very fast, accurate on the velocity and firepower.

    For € 38 and 1 year warranty, what can one want more? The construction is solid and I broke out like crazy. This is an excellent complement when did want to play a machine without breaking the bank.

    For less, changes in banks are zero, completely …
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    My problem was to play finger very precisely supplements driving rhythms DHS Sonic Core and sounds of madness, and save them in DAW, so I wanted very reactive pads, instant. I play the djembe and darbuka, so it has to follow. Already have several DAW controller, the knobs and sliders other dedicated I was not interested.

    The LPD8 fulfill all these conditions, his pads respond excellently, very fast, accurate on the velocity and firepower.

    For € 38 and 1 year warranty, what can one want more? The construction is solid and I broke out like crazy. This is an excellent complement when did want to play a machine without breaking the bank.

    For less, changes in banks are zero, completely ornate, at least 4-5 seconds manipulation is unusable on the same track, so you must tell the DAW that cares. But if you work like me in successive recording layers, it does not matter.
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  • Anonymous

    Easy to use for beginners mao

    Akai Professional LPD8Published on 02/13/14 at 01:47
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    I use it for 1 years & 6 months every day.
    I do everything with love, played drums with Steinberg Cubase Elements 6 & Magix Music Maker 2013 Magix Music Maker Premium & 2014.
    How would you rate the quality: Very solid, practical, easy you use, simple ... ect.
    Price: cheap at all: 49 Euro.
    I referiz my choice my Akai.

    Thank you & Thank You to Akai & Audiofanzine on.
  • LooLoo13LooLoo13

    A killer I tell you!!

    Akai Professional LPD8Published on 12/16/13 at 16:55
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    Used for about 1 month
    I have tried many models of midi controllers (DJ \ Production)
    most: Duty (to those seen in the size and concurrency could've ca not be the case)
    But ultra-ultra simple to use set
    Ultra mobile
    -4 Banks controls easy noon to edit parametrer
    EVERY-series more encoders pads has its own MIDI channel

    least I do not see too ... ah if
    The mini-usb plug which seems a little fragile
    Encoders, a bit flat (provided that you have normal fingers it does not pose a concern)
    And c is

    AKAI first as controller (MPC 2000XL) I am excited to finish a qualitée of materials through the use of price and integration with various apps (perfect with live 8 for me very w…
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    Used for about 1 month
    I have tried many models of midi controllers (DJ \ Production)
    most: Duty (to those seen in the size and concurrency could've ca not be the case)
    But ultra-ultra simple to use set
    Ultra mobile
    -4 Banks controls easy noon to edit parametrer
    EVERY-series more encoders pads has its own MIDI channel

    least I do not see too ... ah if
    The mini-usb plug which seems a little fragile
    Encoders, a bit flat (provided that you have normal fingers it does not pose a concern)
    And c is

    AKAI first as controller (MPC 2000XL) I am excited to finish a qualitée of materials through the use of price and integration with various apps (perfect with live 8 for me very well for managing traktor decks remixes )
    c is flawless
    Frankly c's all good and not expensive more why deprive
    Like everything that is good he did that a default
    "We want more"
    It makes you want to buy the next size desus
    and I do it again this choice without hesitation
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  • shannetonshanneton

    Simple and tasteful, and more solid

    Akai Professional LPD8Published on 07/31/13 at 12:03
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    I use it at least 3 years.

    I also had a Korg nanoPAD which proved useless.

    This is a product that is strong, simple, works with any computer or operating system. Quite interesting to trigger samples and manage associated effects.
    A little less usable for patterns of rhythm, for example, but I'm not very good at it.

    The value for money is unbeatable. I remake this choice without problem.
  • s0cas0ca

    kirikou of the countrolleurs

    Akai Professional LPD8Published on 05/11/13 at 09:32
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    How long have you use it?

    Around 5 years.

    Have you tried many other models before buying it?

    To stay in the same price range and type of controller,
    I tried nanoPAD of Korg.

    What is the particular feature you like best and least?

    The more picture is not his strength! I abused my LPD8 long and it still works like the first day! the pads are reagents there are no worries at the velocity is nickel.

    The least that would be the small size of the knobs, and possibly to have been an endless more.

    How would you rate the quality / price?

    Really a great product.

    With experience, you do again this choice?

    Without any hesitation! When the quality of the pads compared to …
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    How long have you use it?

    Around 5 years.

    Have you tried many other models before buying it?

    To stay in the same price range and type of controller,
    I tried nanoPAD of Korg.

    What is the particular feature you like best and least?

    The more picture is not his strength! I abused my LPD8 long and it still works like the first day! the pads are reagents there are no worries at the velocity is nickel.

    The least that would be the small size of the knobs, and possibly to have been an endless more.

    How would you rate the quality / price?

    Really a great product.

    With experience, you do again this choice?

    Without any hesitation! When the quality of the pads compared to its cousin the nanoPAD we see is not a file (many posts on the forum for their yelling korg pads that fall quickly rad ...).

    Personally I use it to manage live and Turnado Effectrix and it's very very good job :)

    I board carefree people willing to invest in a small controller really cheap and very good quality
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  • loipyloipy

    Efficient and compact!

    Akai Professional LPD8Published on 05/02/13 at 12:57
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    How long have you use it?
    2 months

    Have you tried many other models before buying it?
    No, I returned my rhythm parts in MIDI keyboard

    What is the particular feature you like best and least?
    Pros: Small size (fits in a bag), rotary encoders (most useful for me an X / Y pad) fully assignable touch pads, and light when touched. Also, very easy to use in any DAW (honors Ableton Live! ...)

    The -: RAS

    How would you rate the quality / price?
    More than adequate, especially since prices tend to fall! ...
    At worst, if 8 pads are not enough, buy a second, and you get an MPC 16 fully assignable encoders pads/16 for even € 100!

    With experience, you do again this choice?
    Withou…
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    How long have you use it?
    2 months

    Have you tried many other models before buying it?
    No, I returned my rhythm parts in MIDI keyboard

    What is the particular feature you like best and least?
    Pros: Small size (fits in a bag), rotary encoders (most useful for me an X / Y pad) fully assignable touch pads, and light when touched. Also, very easy to use in any DAW (honors Ableton Live! ...)

    The -: RAS

    How would you rate the quality / price?
    More than adequate, especially since prices tend to fall! ...
    At worst, if 8 pads are not enough, buy a second, and you get an MPC 16 fully assignable encoders pads/16 for even € 100!

    With experience, you do again this choice?
    Without hesitation!
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  • Anonymous

    Fine

    Akai Professional LPD8Published on 04/30/13 at 10:13
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    How long have you use it?
    6 months!
    Originally purchased for my motif ES via midi to make the rhythm parts and to control my Alesis Micron!

    I use at least since the passages Motif XF with its compatibility on PAD Steinberg and since replacing my Micron with an Access Virus TI2!

    Have you tried many other models before buying it?
    Yes, the Korg Nanopad 2 (FD Fader Steinberg and Steinberg PD Pad on a Motif XF)

    What is the particular feature you like best and least?
    the +
    The Knobs
    Easy programming
    Drivers 100% compatible Windows 8

    the -
    Not enough PAD.
    PAD harder than the Korg, but very good nonetheless.

    How would you rate the quality / price?
    Very good value …
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    How long have you use it?
    6 months!
    Originally purchased for my motif ES via midi to make the rhythm parts and to control my Alesis Micron!

    I use at least since the passages Motif XF with its compatibility on PAD Steinberg and since replacing my Micron with an Access Virus TI2!

    Have you tried many other models before buying it?
    Yes, the Korg Nanopad 2 (FD Fader Steinberg and Steinberg PD Pad on a Motif XF)

    What is the particular feature you like best and least?
    the +
    The Knobs
    Easy programming
    Drivers 100% compatible Windows 8

    the -
    Not enough PAD.
    PAD harder than the Korg, but very good nonetheless.

    How would you rate the quality / price?
    Very good value / price

    With experience, you do again this choice?
    Without hesitation
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  • manmaxxmanmaxx

    very satisfied for the price

    Akai Professional LPD8Published on 01/04/13 at 14:36
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    How long have you been using?

    6 months

    Did you try many other models before buying it?

    no no, I just hesitate a nano but finally I took Akai

    What is so special that you like most and least?

    + Small, easy to configure, easy to transport
    - Uhhh, I'm looking I can not find

    Use

    I use scratch live with for cue points, Hotcue well as the effects and samples.

    How do you rate the quality / price?
    With experience, you do again this choice? ...

    Very good value for less than 50 euros I find it very reliable and sturdy suffisement.
    I would do without this choice problem, it is perfect for me ;-)
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    How long have you been using?

    6 months

    Did you try many other models before buying it?

    no no, I just hesitate a nano but finally I took Akai

    What is so special that you like most and least?

    + Small, easy to configure, easy to transport
    - Uhhh, I'm looking I can not find

    Use

    I use scratch live with for cue points, Hotcue well as the effects and samples.

    How do you rate the quality / price?
    With experience, you do again this choice? ...

    Very good value for less than 50 euros I find it very reliable and sturdy suffisement.
    I would do without this choice problem, it is perfect for me ;-)
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  • jeanpaulpolluejeanpaulpollue

    good one

    Akai Professional LPD8Published on 12/17/12 at 15:56
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    I use it for a few weeks with the drum rack in Ableton Live.

    Purchased mainly for portability and lack of space in the studio;
    I must say that the camera is very good.

    The pads are soft and supple to the touch is very good and can be practiced without some length end up stumbling fingertips.
    Note that I've tested the Korg PADKONTROL and Maschine from Native Instruments, which pads are too rigid for my taste.

    The illumination of the pads is nice.

    I reproach may be a slight lack of sensitivity, but the problem may be pale with a small hack (see youtube)

    Editing software it is very rudimentary, and adheres to a strict minimum.

    The knobs a bit small according to some peopl…
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    I use it for a few weeks with the drum rack in Ableton Live.

    Purchased mainly for portability and lack of space in the studio;
    I must say that the camera is very good.

    The pads are soft and supple to the touch is very good and can be practiced without some length end up stumbling fingertips.
    Note that I've tested the Korg PADKONTROL and Maschine from Native Instruments, which pads are too rigid for my taste.

    The illumination of the pads is nice.

    I reproach may be a slight lack of sensitivity, but the problem may be pale with a small hack (see youtube)

    Editing software it is very rudimentary, and adheres to a strict minimum.

    The knobs a bit small according to some people, but it does not interfere with their use, the more they can be replaced.

    I think acquiring a second so you can fit two side by side and have 16 pads.
    In this way, no need to lug around a big machine for the live, 8 pads me more than enough, the 16 in home studio.
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  • Dux'ODux'O

    Perfect for the price

    Akai Professional LPD8Published on 06/16/12 at 09:48
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    For the price, there is no better! The pads work well (except for the velocity but good for the price I will not blame him).

    I would do without hesitation that choice! It is niquel!
  • fredolocofredoloco

    Perfect!

    Akai Professional LPD8Published on 12/12/11 at 07:10
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    I use it for 6 months

    I tried a Korg Nano model that I dropped in one week!

    The LPD8 is resistant, there is serious, nothing to do with the Korg nano (for what I have tried at least) simple programming with the publisher, the pads are responsive, no problem, Akai's what!

    I switched from PC to Mac and on a platform as it rolls over the other.

    Value for money ... excellent

    I would do without this choice problem.
  • neivivneiviv

    Perfect

    Akai Professional LPD8Published on 07/12/11 at 08:37
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    How long have you use it?

    More than a year.

    Have you tried many other models before buying it?

    The full range korg nano.

    What is so special that you like best?

    Using ultra simple, great facility for mapping. Reason and logic compatibility 9.

    What is so special that you like the least?

    I wish more pad and knob, but otherwise nothing, great product.

    How would you rate the quality / price?

    Unbeatable for the opportunity it offers connected to any music software.

    With experience, you do again this choice? ...

    Yes, no problem, I use it in computer music on Logic and Reason 5 primarily to control Kong, and dj'ing on Traktor Pro 2 decks to control the samples.
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    How long have you use it?

    More than a year.

    Have you tried many other models before buying it?

    The full range korg nano.

    What is so special that you like best?

    Using ultra simple, great facility for mapping. Reason and logic compatibility 9.

    What is so special that you like the least?

    I wish more pad and knob, but otherwise nothing, great product.

    How would you rate the quality / price?

    Unbeatable for the opportunity it offers connected to any music software.

    With experience, you do again this choice? ...

    Yes, no problem, I use it in computer music on Logic and Reason 5 primarily to control Kong, and dj'ing on Traktor Pro 2 decks to control the samples.
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  • BakoffBakoff

    Akai Professional LPD8Published on 01/15/10 at 05:45
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    For how long have you been using it?
    Mmmmhh .... almost 3 weeks.

    Did you try many other models before getting this one?
    Yes I tried the Akai MPC Akai XR20 and 1000.

    What thing do you like most/least about it?
    I love the lights ... it makes nightclub ... but hey! Otherwise I like the pads, they seem resistant.

    What is your opinion about the value for the price?
    Excellent! It is less expensive than NANOPAD of Korg and AKAI quality is therefore very good pads and more durable than its competitor Korg. The price is much affordable for anyone (like me) who started in music.

    Knowing what you know now, would you make the same choice? ...
    A Few My N'veu! but this time with LPK…
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    For how long have you been using it?
    Mmmmhh .... almost 3 weeks.

    Did you try many other models before getting this one?
    Yes I tried the Akai MPC Akai XR20 and 1000.

    What thing do you like most/least about it?
    I love the lights ... it makes nightclub ... but hey! Otherwise I like the pads, they seem resistant.

    What is your opinion about the value for the price?
    Excellent! It is less expensive than NANOPAD of Korg and AKAI quality is therefore very good pads and more durable than its competitor Korg. The price is much affordable for anyone (like me) who started in music.

    Knowing what you know now, would you make the same choice? ...
    A Few My N'veu! but this time with LPK5 ...
    I recommit the LPD8 for beginners who do not necessarily afford a mpc or mpd!

    9 / 10 because the damage question padz lack a bit of velocity.
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  • GabetopGabetop

    Akai Professional LPD8Published on 04/25/10 at 11:38
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    Been using it two months.

    This little thing is really exellent.

    I'm using it with ableton live and serato.

    Ableton Live, I cut my samples and I play with my LPD8 (a little "kind mpc)
    With Serato (2.0!) I control my cues, my loops, my effects.

    With 4 Program, 3 modes (pads, program change, DC), AC pads is 8 x 4 x 3 mode programs ... = 96? oh I dunno, but there really is potential in this machine.
    Very good quality, there is a way of typing it like a bastard.

    myspace.com / Topaloff
  • itakitak

    Top and cheap

    Akai Professional LPD8Published on 02/04/11 at 08:48
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    I have tried one or two controllers before, this one is my favorite

    cheap, compact, pretty, and no bug at 99% of the time and pure ease of assignment.

    Sometimes an assignment will start controlling something not expected, but it's really rare.

    I recommend it to anyone who wants the most, a few knobs and pad their story to humanize technical production at lower costs.