The evolution of modern music is intrinsically linked to the legendary Akai MPC line: fully equipped machines for production and performance that have spawned multiple musical genres and countless existing hits.
With an often imitated but never equaled design, the Music Production Center (MPC) offers users an unparalleled workflow and a tangible, intuitive interface paired with on-demand functionality, setting industry standards. Don’t settle for an imitation, take control of your creativity with an MPC.
New in the MPC
The MPC is back, armed with reimagined functionality and maintaining the core workflow ethic, which defined its iconic reputation. So what’s new in the MPC? Standalone operation, recording audio tracks, clip launching, real-time time-stretching and pitch-shifting, MPC 2.0 software and much more. It is not just about the new generation of MPC but indeed a turning point in the field of the creative capacity contained in an autonomous machine.
Autonomous central room
The MPC doesn’t just support your workflow, it enhances it. With the MPC X and MPC Live, the convenience of touchscreen control, full functionality and the ability to operate on its own, merge perfectly with Akai Professional’s legendary 16 velocity and pressure sensitive pads. The result? Immersive, self-contained production and performance solutions meticulously crafted for unprecedented and unrestricted creative expression.
High-definition Multi-Touch control
Discover the MPC and experience the unrestricted touch control at your fingertips. You have a capacitive multi-touch screen and a user-friendly interface that adapts perfectly to the functions of the MPC menus in a very clear and precise way – grab, pinch & edit waveforms, draw events MIDI, step sequencer programming, sample search and playback, use of FX and the ability to precisely define critical mix controls and much more, all while working with the intuitive ease of use of a smartphone or tablet.
Control redefined
Whether you prefer to work “in the box” or dream of a truly untied production experience, the MPC X and MPC Live effortlessly transform from formidable standalone production centers to powerful MIDI controllers. The MPC 2.0 software powers the MPC autonomously, offering it entirely a capacity dedicated to production and performance on demand. Connect the MPC X or MPC Live to your Mac or PC, load the MPC software as a plugin in your DAW of choice – or as a standalone application – and harness the creative power of VST instruments and effects. Whatever your preference, the MPC redefines control expectations and perfectly meets the most stringent needs with ease.
Data & Connectivity
The MPC X and MPC Live are delivered by default with an internal 16GB Micro SD card. Do you want to integrate your own samples without being connected to a computer? Both models feature a 2.5 ″ SATA hard drive connector providing extended storage via solid state drives or HDDs. In addition, the sounds can be viewed and added to the library using the built-in SD card slot or via a USB stick.
Endless tones, limitless inspiration
The MPC has a well-deserved reputation for loudly hitting, perfect-sounding tones “in the box”. The MPC X and MPC Live are no exception in this area. It comes with 10 GB of world-class content preinstalled, The Vault 2.0 offers samples, as well as kits from reputable and recognized companies in Sound Design such as Capsun Audio, MVP Loops, TOOLROOM, CR2 Records, Loopmasters as well as our clean, meticulously crafted sounds.
Contact us for an in-store demonstration
Contact one of our MPC eXpert now to make an appointment. We will be happy to show you the features and capabilities of the Akai MPC X and MPC Live.
