By BobThomas
Thu Feb 19, 2026 11:47 am
Hi.
The Akai Force is the brain of my studio and modular setup, but there is one thing missing for a truly fluid performance: a dedicated hardware extension for deep Q-Link and Fader control.
My Proposal: A controller inspired by the form factor of the Novation Launch Control XL, but specifically designed for the Force and mpc ecosystem.
Key Features:
OLED Feedback: Every knob and fader should have a small OLED display (like the MPC X or SSL UF8) to show parameter names and values. No more 'head-down' to the main screen or guessing mappings.
Deep Integration (Project & Track Mode): Immediate access to both Track-specific parameters (for producing) and Project Macros (for performing) without switching banks constantly on the main unit.
Modular & Studio Focus: With the Force’s CV/Gate capabilities, this would be a game-changer for modular users to control multiple CV parameters simultaneously with clear visual feedback.
This would bridge the gap between standalone tactile control and the visual clarity we need for complex setups.
Who else would love to see a 'Force XL' extension? Let's vote this up!"
Kind regards from not good but old Germany.
The Akai Force is the brain of my studio and modular setup, but there is one thing missing for a truly fluid performance: a dedicated hardware extension for deep Q-Link and Fader control.
My Proposal: A controller inspired by the form factor of the Novation Launch Control XL, but specifically designed for the Force and mpc ecosystem.
Key Features:
OLED Feedback: Every knob and fader should have a small OLED display (like the MPC X or SSL UF8) to show parameter names and values. No more 'head-down' to the main screen or guessing mappings.
Deep Integration (Project & Track Mode): Immediate access to both Track-specific parameters (for producing) and Project Macros (for performing) without switching banks constantly on the main unit.
Modular & Studio Focus: With the Force’s CV/Gate capabilities, this would be a game-changer for modular users to control multiple CV parameters simultaneously with clear visual feedback.
This would bridge the gap between standalone tactile control and the visual clarity we need for complex setups.
Who else would love to see a 'Force XL' extension? Let's vote this up!"
Kind regards from not good but old Germany.
