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Im getting the bundle pack with the evolution controller i know i need a m audio soundcard for wiring it up to my speakers can the evo trigger samples or do i need another midi device like the akia pad???

Depends on which controller it is... Is it the UC33-e??? If so, yes, you can trigger samples from the assignable keypad.

However, this is not the ideal controller for the job as it's more focused on controlling your channel levels/Eq/Effects. If you're serious about getting creative with Live as a deejay tool, i would recommend looking into either a Trigger Finger, Korg Pad Kontrol or the FaderFox LX2 to go with it!

Check out http://www.abletonlivedj.com for some good info.

Be sure to look at all the FAQs available. There some good hardware comparisons done.

And you don't need an m-audio soundcard - any soundcard w/ 2 stereo outputs will do. I recommend the Echo Indigo DJ card.

cool i was wondering wether i would need need another controller or not well at least the uc33e will control the levels for mixing im going to buy 1 of those akai midi controllers with the pads

that should give you more than enough pads n faders, unless you want some keys to play with (can also be used as midi triggers)- id definetly looking into getting a 2 octave midi controller as you might want to play live at some point...