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Integrated 4.3-inch high-resolution full-color screen with dedicated interface buttons.
Screen provides 1:1, real-time feedback of plugin parameters.
Includes Virtual Instrument Player software for unprecedented virtual instrument preset management, control mapping and multi patch creation.
25 Premium, semi-weighted velocity-sensitive keybed after touch.
8 endless and continuously variable control knobs.
The Akai Professional Advance 25 gives you unprecedented playability and unrestricted manipulation of any virtual instrument with our exclusive interactive, full-color display, complemented by performance-friendly hardware controls.Available in 25-, 49-, and 61-key sizes, the Advance Keyboards deftly fuse the power of software instruments with the live playability of a keyboard workstation, so you can create like never before. The dividing line between software and hardware instruments is finally gone!The Advance Keyboards transform computer-based plugins into an entirely hands-on playing experience. The keyboard surface features an integrated high-resolution full-color 4.3-inch display, providing real-time control and feedback of all virtual instruments. The screen instantly adapts itself to the selected plugin’s controls, delivering immediate 1:1 access to the instrument and various editable functions.Better yet, the Advance Keyboards work with any VSTi virtual instrument. Using the Advance Keyboard’s custom-designed Virtual Instrument Player (VIP) software application, your entire VSTi library is controlled by one application. VIP operates as a plugin inside any major digital audio workstation (DAW) or as a stand-alone application on both Mac and Windows operating systems.Virtual Instrument Player Software HighlightsPlays virtually every VSTi-compatible pluginOperates as a standalone virtual instrument player for your computerAlso operates as a plugin within any AU, VST, or AAX compatible DAWOrganizes your plugin collection with intuitive browsing by plugin, artist collection, instrument type, timbre, and moreAccess, edit, and mix up to 8 virtual instruments at one timeSetlist feature lets live performers switch between patches from any plugin instantly from the keyboardExtensive key zone splitting, custom mapping, and instrument mixing optionsPre-mapped to hundreds of industry-leading virtual instrumentsUnlimited instances of VIP may be run in a DAWTechnical SpecsKeyboard 25 velocity- and pressure-sensitive keys10-octave range with Octave Down/Up buttonsPitch-bend wheelModulation wheelEncoders 8 360° assignable encoders1 360° encoder with push function for display navigationPads: 8 velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads; multicolor-backlitSwitches 8 assignable switches; amber-backlit23 function switches; amber-backlit4 directional cursor buttonsDisplay: 3.75"""" x 2.125"""" (95.3 mm x 54 mm) full-color LCDConnections (1) 1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS expression pedal input(10 1/4” (6.35 mm) TS sustain pedal input(10 5-pin MIDI input(1) 5-pin MIDI output(10 USB port(1) power adapter inputPower: 6 V DC, 1 A, center-positiveDimensions (width x depth x height): 29.5"""" x 11.5"""" x 3.63""""Weight: 10.2 lbsBox ContentsAdvance 25USB CableSoftware Installation CardQuickstart GuideSafety & Warranty Manual