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Our showroom is open again! We are operating under the guidance of the Middlesex-London Health Unit. We are going to continue to work hard to provide you with safe and sanitary ways to keep shopping at Music City Canada. You are more than welcome to visit us in our showroom during regular business hours. We also have Free Local Delivery (in London area) and Curbside Pickup options available. See below for details.
Local Delivery (in London, Ontario): We are pleased to provide you with our same-day local delivery option for residents of London, Ontario, Canada. Simply select "Local Delivery" in the Shipping Options at checkout. (Please Note: $20 Order Minimum). This service is available for in stock items only. Out of stock items will be delivered when they become available. Click Here for full Local Delivery details.
Curbside Pickup: In Stock items are available for in-store or curbside pickup with our Local Pickup option. Simply select Local Pickup at checkout and then complete your purchase. Within an hour you will receive a notification (during regular business hours) that your order is ready to be picked up. You can pick it up at our London, Ontario location anytime Monday-Friday from 10am-6pm. Click Here for full Curbside Pickup details.
Service/Repair: We will continue to service and repair your gear. We are also available for guitar setups. Please contact us either by calling the store, or email repairs@musiccitycanada.com to schedule a drop-off appointment.
Rentals: If you are in need of rental equipment, rest assured we can help you out! Come on in to see us or call the store today to book your rental. Pickup is available, or we also offer delivery services for all rental gear. Contact us today for full details!
Free Shipping - We offer free shipping on orders over $99 within Canada. International rates will be estimated at checkout. (see below for exclusions)
Same-Day Local Delivery - Music City Canada provides local delivery within 20Km of the London Ontario store location to better support our Music City Family Members in the fastest and most efficient way we know how. Please be sure to provide your cell number during checkout. The driver will text message your cell number to confirm you are at the delivery address listed on the order. If the driver cannot reach out they may decide to delay delivery until they confirm you are at the location. Local delivery attempts, once confirmed by text are only made once at no charge. A missed delivery can be picked up at the store or curbside at the warehouse. If you enjoy this local delivery service, please let us and everyone know by leaving us a google and/or facebook review.
Online Return Policy:
Regular stock items may be exchanged once or returned for a full refund within 30 days of the purchase.
Items that are final sale and not subject to return are any Special Order items, Used items, Consignment items, Computer Software, products that have software with them that has been registered, Harmonicas, Earplugs & any items that are inserted into your ears such as in-ear monitors or earbuds.
Used, non-consignment items carry a 30 day defect warranty.
All online returns & exchanges are subject to a restocking fee of 10-20% depending on the condition of the item & packaging returned. If packaging is missing or packaging & item(s) are heavily damaged the restocking charge could increase or a return could be unavailable.
If your shipment included free shipping, that amount will be deducted from the amount being refunded.
The customer is responsible for the return shipping, unless otherwise approved by Music City Canada staff in which case a shipping label on our account will be provided. Shipments shipped back collect will be refused.
Guidelines:
All items have to be carefully re-boxed as they arrived and need to be boxed in a box and cannot be returned in the colored packaging unless that is how it was originally shipped. Items are returned to:
Music City Canada
Attn: Online Returns
46 Charterhouse Cres
London, Ontario, N5W5V5
519-659-5030 Ext 2
Shipping Policy - Music City is proud too offer free standard ground shipping on most Canadian online orders over $99 (CAD). With no duty or customs fees within Canada, you can be sure that there are no hidden costs or surprised at delivery. All shipments leave our facility with a signature required at delivery to ensure the security of the package.
Please note that due to their special nature, the following items do not qualify for free shipping:
- Raw cable
- Fluids
- Cases, Racks & Hardware
- Furniture
- Speaker & Lighting Stands
- Screens
- Acoustic treatment
- Truss & Staging
Overview of Akai MPK249 USB MIDI Keyboard Controller w/ Pads
You're In Control
Engineered to be an all-in-one controller solution, the Akai Professional MPK249 is a performance pad and keyboard controller that combines deep software integration, enhanced workflow, and core technologies from the iconic line of MPC workstations. Each member of Akai Pro's MPK series comes fully loaded with a comprehensive interface for manipulating virtual instruments, effect plugins, DAWs, and more. MPK249 features 49 semi-weighted keys with aftertouch, 8 assignable knobs, faders, and switches, 16 MPC-style pads with RGB feedback, and onboard transport buttons. Three banks expand the number of knobs, faders, and switches (up to 24 each), and four pad banks expand the number of pads (up to 64 total). Plus, MPK249 is optimized to interface directly with your Mac or PC with USB power and plug-and-play connectivity.
Made To Play
MPK249 comes equipped with 49 semi-weighted, full-size keys and a premium piano-style keybed for unprecedented response and natural feel. Each key is velocity-sensitive and outfitted with aftertouch for dynamic, expressive performances and recordings. In addition, onboard Octave Up and Down controls allow players to access the entire melodic range; play bass lines, piano harmony, solo leads and much more.
Genuine MPC Functionality
Classic MPC Swing, MPC Note Repeat, MPC Full Level, and 16 Levels are all onboard for further inspiration. With MPK249, musicians and composers can incorporate genuine MPC workflow into their productions and create with the tools that producers have relied on for years: MPC Swing lets MPK249 users obtain that tight, organic groove that made Akai Pros groundbreaking MPC music-making machines so legendary. MPC Note Repeat and 16 Levels make it easy to build beats and construct short melodic sequences using the MPC-style pads. In addition, an arpeggiator, with adjustable resolution, range, and patterns, enables users to explore complex melodic ideas, effortlessly.
Production Software
MPK249 is armed with powerful production softwareAbleton Live Lite and MPC Essentialsfor out-of-the-box music creation. Ableton Live Lite is a fluid audio/MIDI environment that enables musicians and producers to spontaneously compose, record, remix, improvise, and edit musical ideas. MPC Essentials, a groove/beat production and sample-triggering software, can integrate directly into any DAW, such as Ableton Live Lite, or run standalone. In addition, it extends the power of MPK249 by adding up to 8 pad banks and 4 samples and insert effects per pad.
Virtual Synthesizers
Two high-definition virtual synthesizers bring the best of synthesis technology to MPK249 users. Hybrid 3, by AIR Music Tech, is a versatile virtual synthesizer that combines the warmth of legendary analog synths with a full range of futuristic, digital manipulation capabilities. SONiVOX Twist, a spectral morphing synthesis virtual instrument, makes it easy to create serious sounds using simple controls. Together, these powerful instruments give MPK249 users professional music-creation tools that can jumpstart any project.
FEATURES
• 49 semi-weighted, full-size keys with aftertouch
• 16 RGB-illuminated MPC pads each with 4 banks for 64 pads
• 24 assignable Q-Link controllers include knobs, faders, and switches (8 of each)
• Revamped control layout with backlit LCD screen
• iOS compatibility using the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit (sold separately)
• USB-MIDI with 5-pin MIDI input & output
• Comprehensive transport and parameter controls for hands-on DAW integration
• MPC Note Repeat, MPC Swing, and arpeggiator for advanced rhythmic and melodic manipulation
• MPC Full Level, 16 Levels, Tap Tempo, and Time Division assist with dynamics and tempo
• Pitch bend, modulation, and octave controls for expressive recording and performing
• 1 assignable footswitch jack and 1 expression jack
• USB power and plug-and-play connectivity
• Production software package included: Ableton Live Lite, Hybrid 3 by AIR Music Tech, SONiVOX Twist 2.0, and Akai Pro MPC Essentials (downloads)
SPECIFICATIONS
• Number of Keys: 49 semi-weighted, full-size keys with aftertouch
• Pads: 16 pressure- and velocity-sensitive, light-up MPC-style pads x 4 banks
• Q-Link Controls: 8 control knobs, 8 faders, and 8 backlit switches
• Computer Interface: USB-MIDI with 5-pin MIDI input & output
• Octaves: 10 with Octave Up and Down
• Arpeggiator: Yes
• Additional Controls: MPC Note Repeat, MPC Swing, MPC Full Level, 16 Levels, Tap Tempo, and Time Division
• Additional Inputs: (1) 1/4" (6.35mm) TRS expression pedal input and (1) 1/4" (6.35mm) TS sustain pedal or footswitch input
• Power: USB power; no power adapter required
• Dimensions: 29" x 12.25" x 3.38"
• Weight: 12.6 lbs
REQUIRMENTS
• Macintosh: 1.25 GHz G4/G5 or faster (Intel Mac recommended), 1 GB RAM (2 GB recommended), Mac OS X 10.4.11 (10.5 or later recommended)
• Windows: 1.5 GHz Pentium 4 or Celeron compatible CPU or faster (multicore CPU recommended), 1 GB RAM (2 GB recommended), Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista or Windows XP, Windows compatible sound card (ASIO driver support recommended), QuickTime recommended
Available USB Port
Music City Canada is an authorized reseller for Akai products. Purchases are backed with full manufacturer warranty in Canada. All orders ship from our Canadian warehouse.
