--- product_id: 64572071 title: "Akai Professional MPD218 | Portable USB/MIDI Pad Controller with 16 LED Backlit MPC Pads and Software Pack Included (Black)" brand: "akai professional" price: "40572 som" currency: KGS in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.kg/products/64572071-akai-professional-mpd218-portable-usb-midi-pad-controller-with-16 store_origin: KG region: Kyrgyzstan --- # 3 banks for 48 assignable pads USB-powered, no adapter needed 16 LED backlit MPC pads Akai Professional MPD218 | Portable USB/MIDI Pad Controller with 16 LED Backlit MPC Pads and Software Pack Included (Black) **Brand:** akai professional **Price:** 40572 som **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Unlock your studio’s pulse with the MPD218 — where pro beats meet portable power. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Akai Professional MPD218 | Portable USB/MIDI Pad Controller with 16 LED Backlit MPC Pads and Software Pack Included (Black) by akai professional - **How much does it cost?** 40572 som with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.kg](https://www.desertcart.kg/products/64572071-akai-professional-mpd218-portable-usb-midi-pad-controller-with-16) ## Best For - akai professional enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted akai professional brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Compact Yet Commanding:** Sleek, portable form factor fits perfectly in any creative workspace or on-the-go setup—never miss a beat. - • **Plug & Play Powerhouse:** USB-powered design means zero clutter—just connect and create on PC, Mac, or iOS instantly. - • **Expand Your Creative Palette:** Access 48 assignable pads and 18 control knobs across 3 intuitive banks for limitless production possibilities. - • **Feel the Beat, Own the Studio:** 16 thick, velocity-sensitive MPC pads with vibrant LED feedback put your finger drumming skills front and center. - • **Pro-Grade Software Suite Included:** Jumpstart your music journey with Ableton Live Lite, Akai MPC Essentials, and cinematic drum libraries preloaded. ## Overview The Akai Professional MPD218 is a compact USB/MIDI pad controller featuring 16 thick, LED-backlit MPC pads and 6 control knobs, all assignable across 3 banks for a total of 48 pads and 18 knobs. USB-powered for easy plug-and-play use with PC, Mac, and iOS, it includes a powerful software bundle with Ableton Live Lite and Akai MPC Essentials, making it an ideal tool for producers, DJs, and musicians seeking a portable yet professional-grade finger drumming and music production solution. ## Description From the manufacturer Akai Professional's Legendary Pad Performance With MPD218 an intuitive blend of MPC controls and technologies mesh with seamless USB connectivity to bring the feel of classic beat making into the world of computer music production. At the heart of MPD218 are 16 ultra-sensitive, hyper-playable Thick Fat MPC pads, ideal for triggering drums, one-shots, melodic samples, basslines and more; with three pad banks available and a pressure- and velocity-sensitive specification, expand MPD218’s performance capability to 48 fully-assignable, ultra-reactive triggers that capture every subtlety and nuance of your performance. The Power To Produce Anywhere Whatever your needs and wherever you go, MPD218 assures to form the centrepiece of your musical creativity. At less than 5 cm thick and weighing in at under 1 kg, MPD218 provides core sample triggering and DAW control functionality, housed within an ultra-portable, lightweight and slim-line footprint. When combined with a Akai Professional's iconic build quality, MPD218 empowers beat producers and finger drummers with a rock-solid, dependable performance controller, specifically engineered to withstand anything you throw at it. Take Control Whether you’re producing in the studio or performing live, MPD218’s arsenal of controls provides in-demand, fully-assignable functionality that readily adapts to your needs. Featuring six easily-accessible 360-degree potentiometers, expandable to 18 independent control sources via three banks, MPD218 seamlessly integrates with your creative projects, offering a tangible control source for sending continuous controller messages to virtual instrument / effect parameters or external MIDI devices. The MPC legacy Akai Professional’s iconic MPC series has continued to define modern music culture, offering good sound altering functionality that can be heard on countless records across multiple genres. With MPD218, core MPC-style controls are present including Akai Professional’s legendary Note Repeat and Full Level; from rapid-fire drum rolls to hard hitting sample playback, MPD218 provides in-demand sonic-sculpting capability, opening up a world of immersive, expressive performances. Ableton live lite Ableton Live Lite provides core-performance and beat-production functionality in an intuitive DAW environment offering a rapid, intuitive workflow, live remixing capability, professional-quality audio recording and full-featured MIDI sequencing on up to eight tracks. SONiVOX Drum Suite With MPC Essentials, charge your production with a powerful 64-bit music production package featuring up to eight pad banks (for a total of 128 tracks), a 1 GB sound library and user-friendly import capability for your own WAV and AIFF samples. With MPD218, experience immediate, out-of-the-box creative potential courtesy of Big Bang Drums and Big Bang Cinematic Percussion virtual instruments from SONiVOX, an industry leader in the development of cutting-edge production-focused plugins. ## Features - Compact, simple to use and feature-packed pad controller for finger drumming and music production. - 16 Thick Fat backlit MPC pads (48 assignable pads accessible via 3 banks) - 6 control knobs (18 assignable knobs accessible via 3 banks) - USB-powered through computer, no AC adapter required. - Includes free software suite, featuring Ableton Live Lite, Akai Pro MPC Essentials, Sonivox Big Bang Cinematic Percussion and Big Bang Universal Drums. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0116X17JW | | Best Sellers Rank | #5,929 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #37 in MIDI Controller | | Brand | Akai Professional | | Brand Name | Akai Professional | | Colour | Red | | Compatible Devices | Akai Professional’s MPD218 is a MIDI-over-USB pad controller perfect for producers, programmers, musicians and DJs alike. | | Connectivity Technology | USB | | Connector Type | USB | | Control Method | Touch | | Control Type | Percussion Controller | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 5,700 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00694318016930 | | Hardware Interface | USB | | Hardware Platform | PC/Mac, iOS | | Human Interface Input | Buttons | | Importer Contact Information | ln Music Brands, Inc. 200 Scenic View Drive,Cumberland, Rl 02967 | | Included Components | MIDI Controller | | Instrument | Drum | | Instrument Key | Any | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 25.4D x 20.3W x 5.1H Centimeters | | Item Type Name | Effects & Signal Processors [Alias] | | Item Weight | 907 g | | Manufacturer | inMusic Brands Inc., inMusic Brands inc., 200 Scenic View Drive, Cumberland, RI, 02864 ; 401.658.3131 | | Manufacturer Contact Information | inMusic Brands inc., 200 Scenic View Drive, Cumberland, RI, 02864 ; 401.658.3131 | | Manufacturer Part Number | MPD218 | | Material Type | Producers | | Model Name | MPD218 | | Model Number | MPD218 | | Number Of Keys | 22 | | Number of Keys | 22 | | Packer Contact Information | MUSIC N MORE DIST.CO.PVT.LTD. B-189, SHED.NO-3,PHASE-2, NOIDA 201411 | | Platform | Windows, iOS | | Product Dimensions | 25.4D x 20.3W x 5.1H Centimeters | | Product Style | MPD218 | | Size | 48 Pad Banks | | Special Feature | Backlit Drum Pad, Portable | | Special Features | Backlit Drum Pad, Portable | | Supported Software | Ableton Live | | Total USB Ports | 1 | | UPC | 694318016930 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | 1 year on product | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Akai Professional - **Connectivity Technology:** USB - **Model Name:** MPD218 - **Number of Keys:** 22 - **Special Feature:** Backlit Drum Pad, Portable ## Images ![Akai Professional MPD218 | Portable USB/MIDI Pad Controller with 16 LED Backlit MPC Pads and Software Pack Included (Black) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81IsX6D+FiS.jpg) ![Akai Professional MPD218 | Portable USB/MIDI Pad Controller with 16 LED Backlit MPC Pads and Software Pack Included (Black) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81h6nEn1EHL.jpg) ![Akai Professional MPD218 | Portable USB/MIDI Pad Controller with 16 LED Backlit MPC Pads and Software Pack Included (Black) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81dlXXlwehL.jpg) ![Akai Professional MPD218 | Portable USB/MIDI Pad Controller with 16 LED Backlit MPC Pads and Software Pack Included (Black) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71C-G3HM1pL.jpg) ![Akai Professional MPD218 | Portable USB/MIDI Pad Controller with 16 LED Backlit MPC Pads and Software Pack Included (Black) - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/8182UTAK7HL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: can you change the sensitivity on the pads?** A: you can change the velosity in a DAW **Q: I want to use this for live music samples and sound effects during my Podcast. Is this possible with this board?** A: Hi, Akai Pro support here! Yes, MPD218 is suitable for this purpose! The supplied software (MPC Beats) will allow you to drag and drop your chosen samples with ease! **Q: I think i know the answer to this, but is there a 5 pin midi adapter? i don't want to use a computer. i want to use outboard gear.** A: Hi, Akai Pro support here! Thanks for your question. Our MPD218 will only send MIDI via USB. With this said, our MPD226 will allow you to send MIDI via the 1/8" MIDI output; x2 1/8" to 5-pin MIDI adapters are supplied with our MPD226. I hope this helps and If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us directly - amzsupport@inmusicbrands.com Thanks, Krishan **Q: can i use it to be vj?** A: Hi, Akai Pro support here! The MPD218 can trigger virtually any sound and is compatible with any software that supports MIDI input. If your software allows the input of MIDI data from an external controller, this will be compatible. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by S***N on 22 July 2025* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by M***R on 18 April 2026* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by D***. on 31 January 2026* ## Frequently Bought Together - AKAI Professional MPD218 - USB MIDI Controller with 16 MPC Drum Pads, 6 Assignable Knobs, Note Repeat & Full Level Buttons and Production Software - co2CREA Hard Travel Case replacement for Akai Professional MPD218 | MIDI Drum Pad Controller - 6Ft Long Cable USB 2.0 Type-A to Type-B High Speed Cord for Audio Interface, Midi Keyboard, USB Microphone, Mixer, Speaker, Monitor, Instrument, Strobe Light System Laptop Mac PC --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.kg/products/64572071-akai-professional-mpd218-portable-usb-midi-pad-controller-with-16](https://www.desertcart.kg/products/64572071-akai-professional-mpd218-portable-usb-midi-pad-controller-with-16) --- *Product available on Desertcart Kyrgyzstan* *Store origin: KG* *Last updated: 2026-05-04*