Akai APC MINI MK2 | step sequencer (squares) | track D
Description and Instructions
Hi!
About two years ago, I switched from F1 to AKAI APC Mini MK2 while using the step sequencer in TRAKTOR. The main reason was that on F1 you need to switch between slots with buttons and I wanted to have all four slots visible and controllable together. That's why I chose a controller that has an 8x8 grid, and all slots with 16 steps are mapped to FOUR QUADRANTS. So not four 2x8 grids (like in another mapping here) but four 4x4 grids.
At the same time, dedicated faders (not knobs, otherwise I could take something else) were also a requirement, so that I could turn off all sounds at once with one hand during drops.
This resulted in a very useful DJ tool that I'm happy to share. Well, useful from my perspective, many possible options are missing, surely. I made it simple for now. So feel free to upload updated/upgraded versions of this. I also used core mapping file from someone else.
Quick introduction of functions:
- Mapping is for track D. Just load pack with oneshots there.
- Press ▶ button (last function key above faders) for strarting the sequencer. White progress light should start running in four quadrants.
- Just push the buttons for activate the samples. Each quadrant has its own color.
- You can adjust the volume of slots with first four faders.
- If you want change the sample playing in slot, hold function button above the fader and search by ▲ and ▼ buttons.
That's all for now. I still have some plans for developing this mapping, but even publishing this basic version took me quite a long time, so we'll see :)
Enjoy!
PS: If I get around to it, I'll shoot an instructional video later.
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