The MPD226 is a high-performance USB/MIDI controller developed from six years of user feedback and refinement. It features new thicker, ultra-responsive MPC-style pads that provide exceptional feel and playability, along with a significantly expanded control section.

Compared to the previous MPD26 model, the MPD226 offers 4 knobs, 4 faders, and 4 buttons across 3 banks, giving you a total of 36 assignable controls instead of 12. Whether you're performing live or producing in the studio, the MPD226 provides a complete, ready-to-use control solution.

The MPD226 is also fully compatible with iOS devices (using the Camera Connection Kit, sold separately) and includes an impressive software bundle featuring SONiVOX Big Bang Drums, Big Bang Cinema, Ableton Live Lite, and a preset editor.

Users can easily edit and customize controls directly from the front panel using the built-in preset editing function, making the MPD226 accessible to musicians of all experience levels.

Features

• 16 thick, RGB backlit MPC-style pads with velocity and aftertouch sensitivity
• 64 assignable pads accessible through 4 pad banks
• 4 assignable Q-Link faders, 4 assignable Q-Link knobs, and 4 assignable Q-Link buttons
• 36 assignable controls accessible through 3 control banks
• MPC Note Repeat, MPC Swing, 16 Level, Full Level, and Tap Tempo functions
• 30 onboard presets, including mappings for popular music production software
• iOS compatible via Camera Connection Kit (sold separately)
• Mini-jack MIDI I/O for controlling external MIDI hardware
• Dedicated transport controls
• Includes Ableton Live Lite, preset editor software, SONiVOX Big Bang Drums, and Big Bang Cinema sample libraries
• USB bus-powered; no external power supply required

Specifications

• Weight: 1.3 kg (2.87 lbs)
• Dimensions: 333 x 254 x 48 mm (13.1 x 10 x 1.9 in.)