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AKAI Professional Fire (Controller Only) – USB MIDI Controller for FL Studio with 64 pad RGB Clip / Drum Pad Matrix

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Style: Controller Only


Features

  • FL Studio Music Production Essential- Dedicated USB MIDI hardware controller for the FL Studio DAW platform with seamless plug-and-play connectivity
  • Workflow Revolution - 64 velocity-sensitive RGB Pads for creation of patterns in the step sequencer and recording notes / synth parts on a pad-based MIDI keyboard controller in Performance mode
  • Beat Production Simplified Transform Fire into a beat maker essential with a MPC Style 16-pad layout in Drum Mode
  • Maximum Tweak-Ability - 4 banks of assignable Touch-Capacitive MIDI knobs / encoders for controlling Mixer, Channel and custom User-Assignable mappings
  • Improved Navigation - Instantly navigate the Channel Rack, Browser, Tool Bar and Playlist windows; dedicated controls to browse audio and project files with clear feedback from the OLED display

Description

Introducing the Akai Professional FireThe new Akai Professional Fire represents the first of its kind - a dedicated hardware controller developed in conjunction with Image-Line for the FL Studio DAW platform. Fire is a high- performance tool designed to enhance the workflow and music-creating experience for all FL Studio producers. Fusing a sleek, low-profile and ultra- portable footprint with plug & play integration with FL Studio, a workflow- centric specification, a 4 x 16 pad matrix with radiant RGB backlighting, a graphical OLED display, assignable controls and dedicated transport controls, Akai Professional’s Fire guarantees to enhance the FL Studio experience providing users with a custom-engineered control source, perfect for studio and live performance scenarios alike. Switch up your workflow and get hands-on with the immersive performance capability of Fire – your production demands it. Ignite Your Creative Flow Featuring seamless plug-and-play integration, within seconds you’ll be creating patterns and building tracks using Fire’s 4x16 velocity-sensitive RGB pad matrix. Quickly input patterns on the step sequencer or switch up to performance mode playing / recording notes and launching your patterns using the velocity-sensitive RGB pads for maximum expressive capability. Total Command of Your Production Instantly navigate the Channel Rack, Browser, Tool Bar and Playlist menus and quickly browse audio and project files without the click of a mouse - the graphical OLED display makes browsing and controlling the various files, menus and parameters within your FL Studio session a breeze; plus, the dedicated transport buttons give you full control of FL Studio’s standard playback, navigation and recording facilities. It’s All In The MixNothing beats hands-on, tactile control when it comes to mixing. Fire includes 4 banks of 4 touch-capacitive knobs for ultimate control over channel, mixer and user assignable parameters within FL Studio. From tweaking volume and pan within FL Studio’s Mixer to adjusting filter controls within the selected Channel, all the core hardware controls you demand are thoughtfully included.

Brand: Akai Professional


Connectivity Technology: USB


Special Feature: Portable, Backlit Drum Pad, Compact, Touch Sensitive Pad, Programmable


Model Name: Fire (Controller Only)


Product Dimensions: 6.52"D x 12.44"W x 0.91"H


Item Weight: 1.68 pounds


Product Dimensions: 6.52 x 12.44 x 0.91 inches


Country of Origin: China


Item model number: Fire (Controller Only)


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: December 5, 2019


Color Name: Black


Compatible Devices: Devices with a USB port and compatibility with FL Studio or Fruity Loops software


Connector Type: USB


Hardware Interface: USB


Supported Software: FL Studio


Material Type: Oled


Musical Style: Electronic


Mixer Channel Quantity: 4


Hardware Platform: PC (x86 or x86_64)


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    • Bit of a learning curve, but helps workflow once you integrate it
Style: Controller Only
Review Image by Dennis Dennis
If you have any issues getting started, I highly recommend "In The Mix's" youtube videos on this thing, he's excellent at explaining it. At first glance, this just looks like and extension of the sequencer in FL Studio, and while it does handle that function amazingly, there are so many more things it does. Notably, you can turn it into a 3+ octave keyboard that can be customized to any scale you want. The different key arrangement takes some time to get used to, but actually end up becoming intuitive and you can progress within chords effortlessly. I do wish the buttons were a little more tactile, but for this price they do they job very well. I do still find myself switching between mouse, keyboard, and the fire, but the fire has taken over quite a few main commands, especially velocity, panning, and tuning of any note. That's probably the strong suit of the Fire, the seamless link with the sequencer commands, and the weighted feel of the knobs as you change settings. Even though there's only 4 knobs, they can do 16 different things with only a couple clicks, 8 of those fully customizable. If you don't already have a MIDI controller/keyboard for your FL Studio setup, don't hesitate to get this - it will open up your production immensely. If you do already have MIDI controllers and synths, this is still something to consider if you are well-versed in FL Studio. The way it integrates the program into a tactile controller will augment everything you do and can significantly speed up your workflow - letting you get farther in your work faster. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2020 by Dennis Dennis
    • Helps with sequencing in FL Studio.
Style: Controller Only
I really like this controller quite a bit. I’m in such the habit of using my mouse instead that I forget to use it though. Takes a little getting used to the different modes but as far as a step sequencer it’s easy to use and works great. I only have the one but apparently you can use up to four at one time, which is going to be where this really becomes useful in my opinion. Overall it makes using the sequencer in FL Studio much easier than clicking with a mouse, and faster which is what I like. Been using for about a month now almost daily and it’s clearly a quality product, which is what I have come to expect from anything made by Akai going all the way back to the reel to reel recorder I got in the late 70’s. Happy with this and recommend if you use FL Studio. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2020 by Dan M.
    • Great Product
Style: Controller Only
Proper working condition and packaging. Bought for my adult Son who's producing music; beginner stages. He's really enjoying it. It's easy to use for someone who already knows some basic's, but I do believe there are some instructions online as well.
Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2022 by IrishBlend77
    • It's more useful than you'd think
Style: Controller Only
This thing does a good bit more than just act as a replacement for the step sequencer, despite appearances. You can not only program drums on here, but also play notes and chords and browse your track. I could see this heavily speeding up workflow for someone who takes the time to learn it, or for a newbie who starts out using it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2022 by Lilly Meadows
    • For FL Studio fans, this is what you've been waiting for
Style: Controller Only
If you are a fan of FL Studio, the Akai Fire is a great tool to have under your fingers. The physical surface look draws you in, but that's the tip of the iceberg. It's a step editor with track controls, keys with chord lock ins, drum pad, slicex-er?, and a 4x16 performance pad that can shift around the playlist. The pads also light up in accordance with what's in FLS, depending on which setting you're on. More stuff in there, still learning. It seems to be the only controller that can change FLS tempo with a tap. Cool trick. Four banks for the four digital knobs including two user banks. There's a cheat sheet that has tips and tricks that are very handy. "In The Mix" is a great Youtube channel with a ton of stuff in it you can learn about with this tool. The "Shift" and "Alt" keys do magical things. And, it just works... don't forget to plug it in... ok now it works. It is NOT the end-all be-all FLS controller. Depending on your personal style and taste, you may want to add a slider/knob surface, drum pads for more velocity control, mini-keys or maybe even full sized keys for more VST control, and maybe a simple performance pad controller. But... we just jumped from $120 to about $600... Starting to make sense? Better get a keyboard and mouse while we're at it. I have a lot of hardware in hand that has taken a lot of my time doing research, working with settings, midi junk, resetting things. It's pro-gear to be sure, and does amazing things when I get everything in place. But, when I'm tired of wrestling with all of that and putting things where they should probably go, I grab this thing, "fire" up FLS, and just jam. It's like having a notepad to write all my ideas down fast. I can always go back and fix up things in post if I need to, but holding that initial idea always feels crucial. This helps that. Tried this with a couple other DAWs. Don't. This is a VERY niche tool. It can work, but don't use a screwdriver to hammer in nails. Also, don't use an Akai Fire to hammer in nails. Is this pro gear? Kinda... I wouldn't use this in a performance setting. You can lose a lot of nuance that only comes from top-notch tools. However, with this controller and a laptop it's a quick and easy way to get your fingers into FLS from anywhere and is a great addition to a home studio DAW. It's cheaper than a touch screen, and it only took a decade to make, lol. Good enough... good stuff. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2022 by Steve Webb
    • Pure Awesomeness!
Style: Controller Only
The media could not be loaded. Thank you to AKAI for this one and to Amazon for making it easily accessible this thing is exactly what it's called 🔥it does so much more than what meets the eye OMG! 🤯
Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2023 by Brandon Miller
    • Awesome controller for the best DAW!
Style: Includes FL Studio Fruity Fire Ed
Review Image by Will Will
Super stoked about my new Fire controller. It immediately provided me with a means to improvise rhythm patterns directly in the channel rack of FL Studio. Plus, I can do the same with samples in Slicex. The keyboard option will also be useful for playing soft synths without requiring another midi controller. Furthermore, I can adjust the volume and EQ levels on both the channels and the mixer. The Fire is perfect for my, otherwise analog, electronic music improvisations, allowing me to use my favorite DAW to perform and record them. As a bonus, the pads are beautifully bright and responsive and the overall controller is built with the usual Akai quality. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2019 by Will Will
    • Great piece of hardware
Style: Controller Only
Couldn't use it for what I first had in mind however layout and usability I almost kept it just to find a need to use it. Returned it and bout a used APC40mk2 for double the price
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2024 by Blaze

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