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Here's some AKAI Info I was given.
MPK61 USB/MIDI Controller with 61 keys and MPC pads
The MPK61 is a semi-weighted, five-octave keyboard controller with MPC pads and technologies. You can use this USB/MIDI controller with virtually all audio software including DAWs, sequencers, and the included Ableton Live Lite software. The MPK61's Key Split feature enables you to access to two different programs from the keyboard. Its semi-weighted keys also empower you with aftertouch for complete creative expression. In addition to its capabilities as a keyboard controller, the MPK61 has a full MPC-style production section with 16 genuine MPC pads that are velocity and pressure sensitive. You can control up to 72 different parameters via 24 assignable Q-Link knobs, faders, and buttons as well as optional footswitches. A selection of MPC technologies are also built into the MPK61. MPC Note Repeat enables the MPK to automatically perform a rhythm pattern, such as 16th notes, for accuracy and speed. MPC Swing, sometimes referred to as "the heart and soul of hip hop," turns perfectly aligned sequences into human-feeling time alignments. Hit the stage and perform with virtually any software on you Mac or PC or other MIDI instruments with the MPK61.
·61-key semi-weighted keyboard with aftertouch for expressive melodic creativity
·16 genuine MPC pads with pressure and velocity sensitivity
·MPC pads access four banks each for instant access to 64 samples
·Control 72 software parameters with 24 assignable Q-Link controllers
·Key Split enables two different sounds from the same keyboard
·MPC Note Repeat, MPC Swing, and arpeggiator aid in creative process
·Transport controls for use with sequencers and DAWs
·MPC Full Level, MPC 16-Level, Tap Tempo, and Time Division assist with tempo and dynamics
·MIDI output over USB and standard MIDI, USB-bus powered, class compliant: plug and play with one USB cable
·Comes with Ableton Live Lite Akai Edition software
·Works with virtually all MIDI recording, sequencing, and performance software
Shipping: October
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LPD8 Laptop Pad Controller
Make beats with any audio software with the LPD8. No matter where you are when an idea pops into your head, you can turn it into a beat by simply plugging the LPD8 into your Mac or PC. This compact controller easily fits in your laptop bag or backpack so you can always have it on hand. This USB-MIDI controller has eight backlit, velocity-sensitive drum pads, eight Q-Link knobs, and four programmable memory banks. You can send note information, MIDI CCs, or program changes from the pads to software.
·Plug-and-play USB-MIDI controller works with virtually all audio software
·Eight backlit, velocity-sensitive drum pads can send note, CC, or program change
·Eight assignable Q-Link knobs for controlling any parameters in software
Shipping: End of August
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LPK25 Laptop Keyboard Controller
Create melodic and harmonic ideas with the LPK25. Whenever and wherever inspiration strikes, you can pop the LPK25 out of your bag and be making music with virtually any audio software in seconds. It's small enough to fit in a backpack or laptop bag so you can take it with you anywhere you go. This USB-MIDI controller has 25 velocity-sensitive mini-keyboard keys and an arpeggiator for automatically stepping through the notes of a chord in sequence. There's a sustain button, octave up and down controls, tap tempo, and four programmable memory banks for comprehensive control.
·Plug-and-play USB-MIDI controller works with virtually all audio software
·25 velocity-sensitive mini-keyboard keys
·Arpeggiator, sustain button, octave up and down, and tap tempo controls
Shipping: End of August
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RPM8 Reference Production Monitors
RPM8 reference production studio monitors are specifically designed for use with MPC music production workstations and production controllers. RPM8 studio monitors are two-way, active, bi-amplified, nearfield loudspeakers made for producers, recording engineers, remix artists, DJs and other musicians. RPM8s perform tight, clean low-frequency response down to an impressive 39 Hz. These powerful nearfield monitors can produce up to 113dB SPL, and a bi-color LED on the front baffle indicates clipping.
·Two-way, active, bi-amplified, nearfield studio monitor
·Powerful 120W amplification per speaker for up to 113 dB SPL
·Extremely wide frequency response: 39 – 20,000 Hz for full, round low end
Shipping: October
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, but I've just noticed that the whole thing is over! 
