Anyone gets it to work? I got 2 of them but it's not recognized from my computer. I tested 5 different computers including desktop.

It may not work properly with any version of Ableton below 10. I'm not sure if that's the problem but I heard it online that it might not function with older versions of Live.

Can this midi pad controller work with GarageBand on Mac ?

I think it could work with Garage Band but you wouldn't get the full functionality. Since it was designed to work with Ableton it has a specific "language" that makes the LEDs color correspond to the clip colors on Abletons session view. It's full potential is in being a controller to trigger clips in session view so in my opinion it would be a waste for any other DAW and you would be better off with a midi controller that's designed for a more diverse set of conditions instead of the APC mini which is so specific to Ableton session view. It's a one trick pony but it does its one trick pretty well.

Can the apc mini mk2 be used with software other than live? are the keypads / faders assignable to midi messages?

Yes keypads and faders are MIDI messages and can be assigned to other apps.

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🎶 Own the stage, control the vibe — APC64 puts your live set on fire!

64 RGB BACKLIT PADS - Master your live sets with vibrant, color-coded control that syncs perfectly with Ableton Live clips.
8 X 8 PERFORMANCE MATRIX - Unlock limitless live remixing and beat-making possibilities with a full 64-pad layout.
COMPACT DURABLE METAL BUILD - Lightweight yet robust design built to withstand the rigors of touring and studio sessions.
SEAMLESS ABLETON LIVE INTEGRATION - Plug in via USB and instantly command samples, clips, and tracks with zero latency.
VELOCITY SENSITIVE POLYPHONIC AFTERTOUCH - Express every nuance of your performance with dynamic touch response for studio-grade creativity.

The Akai Professional APC64 is a sleek, metal-bodied 64-pad performance controller designed exclusively for Ableton Live. Featuring an 8x8 RGB-backlit matrix with velocity sensitivity and polyphonic aftertouch, it offers precise, expressive control over samples, clips, and tracks. USB-powered and compact, it’s the ultimate tool for millennial pros seeking to elevate live performances and studio productions with seamless integration and vibrant visual feedback.

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Item Weight	1.63 Kilograms
Product Dimensions	26.97 x 37.01 x 3.4 cm; 1.63 kg
Item model number	APC64
Color Name	Black
Compatible Devices	Computers compatible with Ableton Live
Connector Type	USB
Hardware Interface	USB
Supported Software	Ableton Live
Material Type	Metal
Instrument Key	Any
Number of Keyboard Keys	64
Mixer Channel Quantity	8
Size	Eén maat
Hardware Platform	Mac

Akai ProfessionalAPC64 Pad Performance Controller for Ableton Live

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