CycleComing Soon
Launch loops from a pad grid — everything locked to one tempo.
A loop player for the stage: 64 pads of clips with scenes and faders, made for the Akai APC Mini, with every device in the room sharing one tempo.
What it does
- An 8-by-8 grid of loops under your fingers, launched solo or in scenes.
- Made for the Akai APC Mini — pick it up and it's already mapped.
- Stays in time with Ableton Link, so drum machines and apps all share the tempo.
- Show Mode strips the screen down to just the show.
Details
| Runs on | Mac |
|---|---|
| Made for | Akai APC Mini — other pad grids work too |
| Stays in time via | Ableton Link |
Questions people ask about Cycle
What does Cycle do?
It launches loops from a pad grid — an 8-by-8 grid of clips under your fingers, launched solo or in scenes, with faders, everything locked to one tempo.
Which pad controllers work with Cycle?
Cycle is made for the Akai APC Mini and is already mapped for it out of the box. Other pad grids work too.
How does Cycle stay in time with my other gear?
Through Ableton Link, so drum machines, apps and Cycle all share the same tempo.
Is there a stripped-down performance view?
Yes. Show Mode strips the screen down to just the show.
When is Cycle available?
Cycle is coming soon for Mac and is not available yet. Watch the apps page or the pricing page for launch news.
Written by Vince Romanelli, working percussionist and founder of Performance Percussion. Last updated August 18, 2026.