Akai Professional MPC Sample
Akai Professional MPC Sample
Akai Professional MPC Sample Sampler
Portable MPC sampler for beatmakers and producers
The Akai Professional MPC Sample sampler brings the legendary MPC workflow to a new generation of musicians, beatmakers and producers. As a compact standalone sampler, sequencer and production station, it allows you to record, chop, edit and play back samples without a computer or DAW, whether you're in the studio, on the go, or performing live. With 16 velocity-sensitive, RGB backlit MPC pads, a colour display, and intuitive controls, you can instantly create beats, loops, and complete musical projects. The Akai Professional MPC Sample features a built-in microphone, speaker, sequencer, 8GB of internal memory, and a rechargeable Li-Ion battery with up to 5 hours of battery life, so you can create music virtually anywhere. Over 100 pre-installed drum kits and 60 sound effects, including vinyl record and tape recorder simulations or dynamic processors, give your recordings a unique character. The sampler supports instant sample chopping, real-time tempo changes, resampling with effects, and saving your own sounds to a microSD card. Thanks to the USB-C connector, MIDI input and output, and line audio connectors, you can also easily connect other musical equipment. The Akai Professional MPC Sample is the ideal sampler for beatmakers, producers, and aspiring musicians who want to create quickly, intuitively, and without unnecessary limitations.
Key Features of the Akai Professional MPC Sample Sampler
- The Akai Professional MPC Sample lets you record, edit and play samples without connecting to a computer
- The Akai Professional MPC Sample is equipped with 16 RGB backlit MPC pads
- The colour display provides clear control when making music
- The Akai Professional MPC Sample sampler features a built-in microphone and speaker for instant recording and playback of sounds
- Thanks to the rechargeable Li-Ion battery with up to 5 hours of battery life, you can make music virtually anywhere
- The sampler includes more than 100 pre-installed drum kits to get you started making music quickly
- A set of 60 built-in effects offers wide creative sound editing possibilities
- The Akai Professional MPC Sample supports saving to a microSD memory card
- The sampler offers USB-C, a line audio connector, MIDI input and output
- The Akai Professional MPC Sample sampler has a built-in sequencer
- The package includes access to 60 Melodics tutorial lessons focused on beat making
Intuitive control with legendary MPC pads
The Akai Professional MPC Sample features 16 backlit MPC pads with velocity and polyphonic aftertouch for a natural response when playing, triggering samples and programming rhythms. Four rotary knobs make it easy to quickly adjust effects and other parameters, while handy buttons provide instant access to the most important functions. The clear colour display also makes it easier to work with projects, samples and sequences, so you can fully concentrate on creating music and realising your ideas.
Sampler with built-in sequencer for professional music production
The Akai Professional MPC Sample sampler is equipped with a built-in sequencer that allows you to easily create, record and edit rhythms and complex musical sequences in real time. The integrated sampler supports importing and editing audio files in a wide range of formats including WAV, MP3, AIFF, FLAC or OGG, allowing you to work with virtually any audio material. And with support for samples up to 20 minutes long, you'll have plenty of room for beats, loops, vocal tracks and extensive sound recordings.
The Akai Professional MPC Sample offers four effects processors for working with sound
Thanks to four effects processors with a total of 60 effect types, the Akai Professional MPC Sample gives you a wide range of creative options for working with sound. Tools like Flex Beat, Colour Compressor, vinyl record or tape emulation are available to give beats, loops and recordings a unique character. Effects can be applied in real time, so you can instantly experiment with new sounds, adjust dynamics, or create original sound textures right in the middle of your creation process.
Built-in microphone and speaker let you make music anywhere
The Akai Professional MPC Sample sampler is equipped with a built-in microphone, so you can instantly record sounds, musical ideas or ambient noises without having to connect external recording equipment. The integrated 3W speaker also ensures comfortable listening to your created beats, samples and work-in-progress projects, whether you are at home, in the studio or on the go. Thanks to the combination of a microphone and speaker, you can create, record and play back music virtually anywhere.
Easily connect your Akai Professional MPC Sample to MIDI equipment
With the built-in MIDI inputs and outputs, you can easily connect the Akai Professional MPC Sample sampler to compatible synthesisers, drum machines, keyboards or other studio equipment. The MIDI connectors are in the form of 3.5mm TRS jacks, which allow MIDI data to be transmitted in a compact format. To connect standard MIDI cables, Type A adaptors, which are not included, must be used. This will give you more options for integration into your existing music setup and easier synchronisation and control of external devices.
TRS 3.5 - DIN Type B MIDI adaptors are not compatible.
Extensive connectivity for connecting musical equipment
Thanks to a wide range of connectors, you can easily integrate the Akai Professional MPC Sample sampler into your home studio and live setup. There's USB-C connectivity for audio and MIDI data transfer, a pair of 6.3mm TRS inputs and outputs, a 3.5mm TRS headphone output, MIDI input and output, and a SYNC Out for synchronisation with compatible equipment. In addition, the microSD card slot allows you to expand the storage space for your own samples, projects and sound libraries.
Portable sampler with integrated battery
Thanks to its compact dimensions of just 23.6 × 19.4 × 5.0cm, low weight and an integrated rechargeable battery with up to 5 hours of battery life, you can have the Akai Professional MPC Sample sampler at hand at all times. The portable design makes it easy to work at home, in the rehearsal room, on the go and at live performances, so you can capture your musical ideas whenever inspiration strikes. In addition, its practical dimensions make it easy to carry in a backpack or bag without having to compromise on creative and control options.
Over 100 drum kits and Melodics lessons
The Akai Professional MPC Sample sampler comes with over 100 pre-installed drum kits created by professional producers and musicians, so you can start creating right out of the box. You'll have a wide range of sounds for different musical styles, from hip hop and electronic music to modern pop productions. The package also includes access to 60 Melodics tutorial lessons to help you perfect your pad technique, rhythm and beat making, and get the most out of the sampler.
Package contents:
Akai Professional MPC Sample
USB-C cable
Quick start guide
Safety information
Specifications
Basic features
Characteristics
Other features
MIDI
Dimensions
Keyboard
Other features
| Code: | AKI008m1 |
| Warranty: | 24 months |
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