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Akai Professional MPD 218 – Compact Pad Controller for Music Production
The Akai Professional MPD 218 is a compact, feature-rich pad controller designed to enhance music production workflows for both beginners and experienced producers. With 16 ultra-sensitive, thick, backlit MPC pads and versatile assignable knobs, it delivers an authentic finger drumming experience and seamless control over your DAW, plugins, and virtual instruments.
16 ultra-sensitive, thick, backlit MPC pads arranged in a 4x4 configuration
Six assignable knobs (three per bank across three banks) for versatile control
Plug-and-play USB connectivity for Mac and PC with no driver installation required
( Specifications )
| Aftertouch Support | Pad pressure only |
| Arpeggiator | No |
| Assignable Inputs | Pads, knobs |
| Assignable Outputs | USB to DAW/computer |
| Brand | Akai Professional |
| Color | Black |
| Compliance Certifications | CE, RoHS |
| Control change mode | Yes |
| Controller mapping | MIDI Learn |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Custom user presets | Yes |
| Dimensions | 239 x 201 x 40 mm |
| Display Type | None |
| Drivers Required | Class compliant, no driver needed |








