the BEST Ableton Live MIDI Controller?!

New MIDI CONTROLLER FROM AKAI! How does it compare to things like the Launchpad or APC40? Let's talk about it!

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[eliogeraci]

I think Akai made a huge error in looking at the APC64 as a replacement to the APC40mk2. Once that 64 got announced the APC40mk2 was discontinued and either removed or bought out from every marketplace and are being price gauged (if you can find one that is). The 64 is ok, but it most certainly is NOT a replacment. On the tin foil hat side, part of me hopes there is an APC40mk3 waiting in the wings. APC64 touch strips = gross, no rotary encoders=fail. Like i already have a PUSH, with an APC40 its a force multiplier. Why would i want to by a 64? Doesn't make sense. and what else doesn't make sense is that the 40 was really popular and they just killed it. very strange, thats what makes me think and hope there is a mk3 waiting in the background. Just my opinon, Thanks for the vid!

[BlankFlag]

I have used Logic for years and avoided Ableton because I just didn't understand it. I'm old enough to have started my recording life with four track cassette recorders and have stayed in the same mentality most of my life. I just bought this and Ableton because of your great videos and am hella stoked! Thanks sib for all you work!

[r.lighting]

Everyone, I just got the APC 64 based on many of the videos done by Taetro. However, I'm running into a problem: I can't get the Step Sequencer to RUN, when the device is in Ableton Live mode. It all works as demoed when I put APC 64 into Standalone mode, but then I lose the ability to trigger Live clips etc. Any idea what I might be doing wrong?

[alchemistrpm]

Idk why it’s so hard to find a feature by feature comparison of the APC 64 and the Launchpad Pro mk3. This video is Akai focused, which is fine. It’s still the closest I’ve found to that comparison, even if it’s just a mention 23 minutes in. Are the Push comparisons just recency bias? Have people forgotten about the Launchpad Pro? Hm.

[EnigmaticMWizard]

Completely agree with you on the "More controllers need this Fixed length feature!" I am a guitarist and an Ableton user and ideally don't want to have a looper on my pedal board when I have Ableton which is much more advanced anyway, but also I don't need to buy a Push just for that, so the APC64 is a much better option now. Thanks for the video!

[BeardLAD]

There’s a £100/$100 difference between the APC64 & an Arturia keylab mkii 61…

…there’s a lot to consider, but I have to ask myself: I’ve space for either, but not both, which one is going to allow greater expressiveness during studio recordings and live performances?

[karacoldmusic]

I think for me the lack of a dedicated capture midi button and device on/off button make it a no go for me. I really like it and it seems near perfect for what I want but I use those two buttons far too much to do without um lol. 😂

[Anomnom]

the push 2 is the same price at guitar center, im thinking I might go with the push but you didnt really give it much thought in the video besides the stand alone functionality of the push 3, what would your recommendation be?

[SinisterSwiss]

Been fighting between this and a used Push 2 for ages but since they're around the same price in the UK, think I'll go with the Akai for peace of mind with the warranty as it has plenty for my filthy casual usage! Video was a big help, thanks for the deep dive!

[djcrouton]

The fixed length for audio is the one reason why I’d consider this controller. Unfortunately the touch strips in place of faders and encoders really mess it up for using it in live mixing situations. Like if you want to do a live set with this where you need to manage volume and EQ between tracks, that’s just not viable.

[sonicsamurai]

I've just bought an apc64, using it with ableton and it feels like there's a nearly a full second delay between hitting a pad and hearing the sound. Particularly noticeable on drum tracks where my finger has left the pad before i hear the drum hit. I selected reduced latency when monitoring, but it's not helping...do you have any trouble shooting tips?

[IamSeafarer]

Hey big fan of your vids. I'm really curious about this controller. I want something that gets me off the screen more often for composing song ideas and would love something that connects my large arsenal of CV/modular gear and ableton recording... I.E. something I can compose simple arrangements quickly sent to CV. This seems like the ticket.

I'm not sure if the Push 2 or 3 are worth it for me as I don't love Ableton's workflow in itself. But that being said I'm not sure if a Push would help me jive with the workflow of beat making all in Ableton or not. Thoughts?

[stargazingboy]

Sorry you lost me at the touch strips. I'm good with the Push 2...

[rodneyaguilera]

Can you explain the Note mode "Layout" options? Manual says ... " determine how notes are laid out on the 8x8 pad grid: 
Separate Rows by 3rd 
Separate Rows by 5th 
Separate Rows by 7th 
Separate Rows by 4th
Separate Rows by 6th 
Separate Rows by Octave."

I believe the default settings is "Separate Rows by 5th". What does this actually mean, lol? Thanks in advance and great channel!

[tashfiqmannan]

Wouldn’t a used push 1 be better than this?

[nachodiaz]

I don't know what they were thinking; Novation's SL line has ACTUAL faders, in a clearly ordered layout.

how come it doesn't have a reasonably sizedscreen in order to allow enough visual feedback for comfortable improvisation?

[spoony]

Any thoughts on Yaeltex? What do you think of their LIVE 15?

[francisgraham]

Skillshare is wonderful as well as
your content!

[carlosparedes]

Good Morning Taetro, Thanks for your videos . Can the Chords and Notes modes be used with an external synthesizer?

[DiegoFuego]

This is tempting but nah. So glad I copped the MK2 before it all went nuts. Thinking of adding a second if prices ever cool off.