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Akai Professional APC Key 25 Mk2 MIDI Keyboard

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Compact Keyboard and Ableton Clip launch Controller

  • 5x8 Pad Grid Matrix Featuring 40 RGB-backlit Pads
  • 25-Key Gen 2 Dynamic Keybed
  • 8 Assignable Endless 360 Rotary Knobs

The new APC Key 25 mk2 is a versatile and compact MIDI keyboard controller that seamlessly delivers the power to perform and create anywhere, for the perfect combination of clip launching and composing in Ableton Live. Bring your original melodies, chord structures and layered harmonic ideas to life with APC Key 25.

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  • Every order directly supports the DJ community
  • Free shipping on most products to the US
  • Fast inexpensive shipping options to Europe and Canada
  • Professional DJ staff is online and ready to help
  • Best price guarantee
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Shipping & Returns

GENERAL

All prices are quoted in US currency. All orders are shipped USPS, FedEx or DHL. Personal data will never be sold or transferred to third parties.

TRANSIT TIME

We cannot guarantee FedEx or USPS estimated ship times and no refunds will be offered for delays out of our control. Estimated ship times do not include handling or processing times, most in stock items can expect to ship within 1-2 business days after you have received an order confirmation.

INTERNATIONAL IMPORT DUTIES

International orders might be subject to import taxes that must be paid when the item arrives depending on your local customs. Duties and taxes are shown during checkout after selecting a shipping method.

DJTT FAST AND FAIR RETURNS POLICY

DJTT strives to provide great condition gear that works for you. Sometimes, gear doesn’t work out - so we try  to provide the speediest and most fair return or replacement method possible.

Most brand new products are returnable within 30 days of the original shipment (view product exceptions here) without any additional fees, unless:

  1. The product(s) shows visible signs of wear or damage
  2. The product is missing original box, packaging, accessories or manuals

If the item is NOT defective the customer is responsible for all shipping costs. The cost of the original shipment will be deducted from the refund.

Products outside of our 30 day return window must be warrantied through the manufacturer and are subject to their policies and procedures. Replacements for defective units will be sent out once the defective product(s) is returned and received at our facility.

EQUIPMENT WARRANTIES

All DJ TechTools products (such as the Midi Fighters, Chroma Cables, Chroma Caps and other Chroma accesories) have a 1-year full warranty. This warranty does not include protection from damage caused by physical abuse (dropping, beating, slamming, etc) or water damage. Upon notification, receipt and inspection of broken product, DJ TechTools will send out a new product at no additional cost. Any modifications to equipment will void the warranty. If you bought your device from an authorized reseller then please get in touch with them to get it replaced or serviced. Keep in mind that DJTT midi controllers and accessories purchased from non authorized vendors have no warranty associated with them.

THIRD PARTY PRODUCTS

All third party products warranty claims are handled directly through the manufacturer. The only exception to this is we will handle third party exchanges within 15 days of receipt of the item. No technical support is given for third party products.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will my order ship?

We ship orders during weekdays and most orders will ship out in 24-48 hours.

Please make sure billing and shipping addresses are correct before submitting your order so it doesn't require further processing.

You will get an email containing tracking information as soon as your order ships.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept Amazon Pay, Apple Pay, GPay, PayPal and the following credit cards: Discover, Visa, American Express, Master Card. You may use pre-paid credit cards as long as you have registered a billing address to them. We offer financing for US customers via Affirm and PayPal Credit; you need to register at their website first to use this service.

Do you ship internationally?

Yes, we safely ship around the world every day through DHL and FedEx which are safe, affordable and fast.

Some countries may levy an import VAT/IVA tax on your order (please click here for more information).

When will my order arrive?

FedEx Ground (free for continental US) has the following expected delivery times:

Faster options are available and more information on international shipments is available here.

Do you price match?

Yes! Click here to chat with our online DJ team

What is your return policy?

Brand new products are returnable within a 30 day period in most cases. If a product is not defective, the buyer is responsible for original and return shipping costs. For domestic defective orders, DJ TechTools will arrange for a return shipping label.

Where is my order?

You received a order confirmation email which contains a link to your order status and tracking number. Alternatively, you can log into your store account. This is where you will find downloads, status and tracking information.

New Keybead

APC Key 25 features 25 keys with the Gen 2 Dynamic Keybed for melodic and harmonic music creation. Play your own chords, arpeggios, solos, and soundscapes with the incredibly versatile keys. Use the Octave Up/Down buttons for expanded note range. The dedicated Sustain button adds space and dimension to your playing, ensuring the APC Key 25 is ready for any musical moment

Your Melodic Performance

The APC Key 25 authentically brings out your melodic ideas. Dive into Ableton’s powerful instruments and express your music on your own terms. Create your own bass lines with AIR Technology’s Hybrid 3, and layer dynamic piano sounds with the Mini Grand Virtual Instrument. Combined with Ableton's Scene and Clip launching workflow, APC Key 25 allows you to add unique performances to your tracks.

Dedicated Controls

The APC Key 25 has dedicated controls for total integration into Ableton. Transport Controls help you capture new ideas quickly and listen back to your song instantly. Octave control gives you access to the APC Key 25's 10-octave range while the Sustain button adds smooth note and chordal transitions.

Features

  • APC Key 25 includes Ableton Live Lite software with all the tools to transform your musical ideas into exciting songs and performances.
  • APC Mini also includes multiple world-class plugin instruments from award-winning sound design company AIR Music Technology including:
  • Hybrid 3 — a powerful polyphonic analog synth.
  • Mini Grand — an acoustic piano instrument.
  • Velvet — a vintage electric piano instrument.

Specifications

Keys

  • 25 velocity-sensitive keys; 10-octave range with octave up/down buttons

Clip Buttons

  • 40 x RGB backlit clip-launch buttons in 8x5 matrix

Knobs

  • 8 x 360º knobs with 4 modes

Power

  • USB Powered

Compatible Software

  • Ableton Live
  • FL Studio
  • Pro Tools
  • Class Compliant

Size & Weight

  • Dimensions: 12.4 x 7.6 x 1.9 In / 30.48 x 17.78 x 2.54 cm
  • Weight: 2.71 lb / 1.229 kg

Support

Please visit our support page for technical and order support. Or check out our forums and join our community discussion.

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