Akai MPD218 - Review after 4 years + feature overview (note repeat, scales and more)

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In this video I'll review my trusty Akai MPD218 MIDI controller I've been using for the past 4 years. I'll also make a brief overwiew of its features like note repeat, scales and more.

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🎛️ Studio gear I'm using:
- M-Audio Profire 2626 audio interface (studio interface)
- Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Gen 3 audio interface (travel interface)
- Akai MPD218 (mpd 218) midi controller (travel pads)
- Nektar Impact LX25+ midi controller (travel keys)
- Casio Privia PX-100 (main MIDI controller)
- Presonus Faderport v2 production controller
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- Audio Technica M30x closed headphones
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- MXL 2006 condenser microphone

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