Akai MPX8 SD Sample Player & DJ Pad Controller

Akai MPX8 Sample Pad ControllerInnovation & Akai Professional seem to go hand in hand, and especially on their current (and simple) Sample Pad Controller called the MPX8. It uses a standard SD (secure digitsal) card, and users can load virtually any sample onto MPX8 and then assign it to any of the unit's eight backlit velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads. As an added bonus, MPX8 also comes with a large library of standard samples built in, In other words it comes with sounds thats is ready to be used for live performance in front of a crowd, on a radio show, or for in-studio production. Its bright blue backlit display and intuitive interface make for easy operation in any amount of light. A good selection of inputs (1/8-inch headphone output, two balanced 1/4-inch outputs), and five-pin MIDI and USB MIDI inputs and outputs are onboard.Sample SimplicityLoad virtually any sample via standard SD or SDHC card and assign it to any of the MPX8's eight backlit velocity- and pressure-sen