FL Studio is one of the most popular DAWs in the game and is used by super producers like Boi-1da, Hit-Boy, and Afrojack. But though it’s been around for two decades, the software was only available to Windows users and didn’t have a dedicated controller and until 2018.

Last Spring, FL Studio’s developer Image-Line reached a huge milestone when it made the software compatible to Mac users with the release of FL Studio 20. Capitalizing on their momentum, the Belgium-based company teamed with manufacturer Akai Professional in the fall to introduce the first dedicated hardware controller for FL Studio, the Akai Fire.

FL Studio users have yearned for a high-performance controller like the Fire. It can be used as a browser, step sequencer, drum machine, keyboard, or as a live performance device. The Fire makes it easy for producers to speed up their workflow and get hands-on with their work. Best of all, it has an affordable price of $199 and comes with FL Studio Fruity Fire Edition.

On this episode of “Quick Look” presented by I DJ NOW, Raj Thomas examines the Akai Fire and checks out some of its features. He then shares his overall impression of the controller.

Watch the full video above and let us know what you think of the Akai Fire below and grab one here.