
The new Akai MPC Fly will turn your iPad 2 tablet into a full track producer. The controller works in conjuction with the the MPC App, which provides several effects such as delay and compression. This app also enables you to share music tracks on Facebook, Twitter and SoundCloud. What’s more, the Akai MPC Fly pad controller is compatible with virtually any Core MIDI app. Sadly, there is no info on pricing or availability so far. [Product Page]

Akai has unveiled its new SynthStation49 keyboard with a built-in iPad dock. It is the most advanced, intuitive music controller designed specifically for use with the iPad and the first true iPad performance tool for musicians. The SynthStation49 features a 49 full-size velocity-sensitive keys, pitch and modulation wheels, an adjustable-angle charging iPad dock, a USB port for connecting to a Mac or PC, the ability to function as a traditional MIDI controller, professional 0.25-inch outputs, nine backlit MPC-style drum pads, and full transport buttons. No info on pricing or availability at this moment. [Akai]

Akai’s LPK 25 keyboard and LPD8 drum pad are designed to fit in laptop bags and backpacks. The LPD8 features eight pads and 8 knobs, while the LPK25 has twenty-five keys, an argeggiator, and controls for sustain, octave switching and tap tempo. Akai will show off these gadgets at the Summer NAMM show in Nashville later this month. Read more