Akai just announced the MPC XL standalone studio. This unit is around four times as powerful as previous MPC grooveboxes.

Let’s start with the basics. That’s to say, the hardware features that carry over from the original. First of all, there are the 16 velocity-sensitive sample/trigger pads. No change here. They are ...

Akai Pro MPC One+: What is it? Having used Akai’s MPC Live (Mks 1 and 2), MPC Keys 61, and flagship MPC X SE, the mysteries of the smallest MPC, the One, have eluded us until now. It’s time to put ...

Akai MPC X Special Edition: What is it? Akai’s imposing MPC X has been at the top of its MPC range since its release in 2017. Now, as Akai marks 35 years since the release of its original MPC 60 ...

Akai has introduced its “most powerful and advanced” MPC ever, the MPC Live III, which arrives with upgraded processing, expanded performance tools and a redesigned workflow aimed at beatmakers, ...

Cumberland, RI, USA, July 11, 2024 – Akai Professional, an innovator in music production technology for modern musicians and producers, announces that MPC Stems is now available for all MPC standalone ...

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Esteemed electronic instrument designer Roger Linn has uploaded a new video onto Youtube that ...

MPC owners can now split samples up into four layers of stems using tech from Zplane When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Add us as a ...

Akai's MPC is an iconic of electronic music, but while the sound might be achievable today, for the style you've had to step up to the plate with your own retro wardrobe as you hit its familiar pads.

Cumberland, RI, USA, July 25, 2024 – Akai Professional, a leading innovator in music production technology, is excited to announce the public beta for its MPC 3 standalone software. This beta will ...

Akai has pulled back the curtains on its new One Groovebox offered in a sleek vintage-inspired look with all the modern bells and whistles: MPC One Retro. It offers the same functions as the ...