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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🎶 Elevate your live sets and studio flow with APC64 — where control meets creativity.

SEAMLESS INTEGRATION - USB-C bus-powered with MIDI In/Out and 8 CV/Gate outputs for modular and external gear.
PRO GRADE SOFTWARE BUNDLE - Includes Ableton Live Lite plus AIR VST/AU plugins and 1GB of premium loops & samples.
SHAPE YOUR SOUND INSTANTLY - 8 touch strips let you modulate vibrato, pitch, and effects with intuitive gestures.
STANDALONE SEQUENCING POWER - Built-in 32-step sequencer for DAW-less real-time sequencing of synths and drum machines.
UNMATCHED EXPRESSIVE CONTROL - 64 velocity-sensitive RGB pads with poly-aftertouch for dynamic, colorful performances.

The Akai Professional APC64 is a next-gen Ableton Live MIDI controller featuring 64 RGB velocity-sensitive pads with poly-aftertouch, 8 assignable touch strips, and an internal 32-step sequencer. It offers versatile connectivity including USB-C, MIDI In/Out, and 8 CV/Gate outputs, enabling seamless integration with modular synths and external gear. Powered via USB-C, it includes Ableton Live Lite and AIR plugins, making it a portable powerhouse for live performance and studio production.

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Material Type	Metal
Item Weight	3.59 Pounds
Style	APC64
Color	black
Platform	Mac
Human Interface Input	Buttons
Mixer Channel Quantity	8
Supported Software	Ableton Live
Connector Type	USB
Hardware Connectivity	USB
Control Type	MIDI Controller
Number of Keys	64
Connectivity Technology	USB
Additional Features	Digital Display, Portable, Backlit Drum Pad, Lightweight, Programmable
Compatible Devices	Computers compatible with Ableton Live

Akai Professional APC64 Ableton MIDI Controller with 8 Touch Strips, Step Sequencer, 64 RGB Velocity-Sensitive Pads, CV Gates, MIDI In & Out, USB-C

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