Akai Force

Standalone Music Production/DJ Performance System

Redefine your expectations. Force blurs-no, eliminates! - the lines between contemporary music production solutions and next-generation DJ performance technology, setting the precedence for a new industry standard. Fusing clip-launching, step sequencing, sampling, synth engines and tactile touch screen control into a standalone, performance-driven device, Force combines must-have modern functionality with an ultra-intuitive workflow that harnesses your creativity for maximum expressive capability.

At the heart of Force is an intuitive clip-centric workflow that forms the creative core of your performance. Combine multiple Modes with Plugin Tracks, MPC-Style Drum tracks, Audio tracks, Keygroup tracks, MIDI tracks and CV tracks to define clip types, then sculpt clips via step sequencing, drum pad performances and note data.

Audio Tracks

Capture Audio from the dedicated combo inputs, load / sequence samples from Force's browser or resample from another track.

Drum Tracks

Browse the expansive factory kit library or create your own with samples loaded from USB thumb drives or SD cards. With full MPC Sample Editing functionality fused with 16-Pad or Step-Sequencing performance Modes, it's simple to create your perfect groove.

Plugin Tracks

Hard-coded into the Force Architecture are four premium synth engines, each with full editing capability for immersive sound sculpting potential. Sequence via a traditional piano roll, apply the onboard Arpeggiator or switch up to Note Mode for instant access to intelligent chord, progression and scale options.

Keygroup Tracks

Load multi-sampled instrument keygroups and playback samples chromatically via a MIDI keyboard or Force's pads. Using the on-board autosampler, create your own keygroups from your outboard synth gear and sound modules for instant recall within your project.

MIDI Tracks

Send your track's MIDI data to an external MIDI device including synths and drum machines. Connect your peripheral studio outboard to Force and sample your gear to an Audio Track.

CV Tracks

Get the most out of your modular rig. With CV tracks send your track's MIDI data to external devices via Force's 4 CV/Gate outputs.

The Perfect Groove

When it comes to capturing your performance, Force instantly adapts to your needs with all critical tools modern DAWs provide. With an on-board step sequencer, MPC pad modes, legendary MPC Swing and a touch grid editor, capturing and honing your MIDI data for the perfect groove is just a touch away.

Looper

Resample your clips or capture audio from Force's collection of inputs and discover the endless creative possibilities of looping. Backed by an intuitive Touch User interface and full audio routing capability Force's Looping capability is perfect for studio-centric inspiration or adding something truly original to your performance.

Mix

Using Force's Track and Pad Mixers, set levels, pan, assign insert FX and send source audio to any one of four internal sends for all program pads, project tracks and the master output. With dozens of processors and effects from the AIR FX suite (made famous by ProTools), all controllable via smart assignments on the rotary encoders or the displays on the touch user interface, discover a fluid, immersive mixing experience without compromise.

SPECIFICATIONS

Pads

• (64) velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads, RGB-backlit

Knobs

• (8) 360° touch-sensitive Knobs
• (1) 360° encoder for display navigation and selection via push
• (5) 270° knobs for gain, mix & level adjustment

Buttons

• (56) dedicated function buttons; red-, amber-, or green-backlit

Display

• 6.9" / 176 mm (diagonal)
• 5.9" x 3.7" / 150 x 93 mm (width x height)
• Full-color LED-backlit display with touch interface

Connections

• (2) XLR+1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS inputs (Input 1/2)
• (4) 1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS outputs (2 stereo pairs)
• (1) 1/4" (6.35 mm) stereo headphone output
• (1) 1/8" (3.5 mm) MIDI input
• (1) 1/8" (3.5 mm) MIDI output
• (1) 1/8" (3.5 mm) MIDI thru port
• (4) 1/8" (3.5 mm) CV/Gate outputs
• (1) Ethernet link port
• (2) USB Type-A ports
• (1) USB Type-B port
• (1) SD card slot
• (1) power adapter input

Power

• via power adapter: 19 V, 3.42 A, center-positive, included
• Dimensions (width x depth x height)
• 13.8" x 15.3" x 2.85"
• 350 x 389 x 72.5 mm

Weight

• 8.53 lbs.
• 3.87 kg