Akai Professional
Akai Professional MPD226 Pad Controller
The MPD226 pad controller offers MIDI-over-USB connectivity with Thick Fat MPC pads for enhanced responsiveness. It features 36 controls, including knobs, faders, and buttons across three banks. USB plug-and-play compatibility with Mac or PC eliminates driver installation. Bundled software includes MPC Beats, Drum Synth 500, Ableton Live Lite, and Software Preset Editor, with an optional MPC Software 2.0 upgrade. iOS compatibility via Camera Connection Kit (sold separately).