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Akai Pro & Native Instruments | Seamlessly Integrated

Zaytoven Creates on the Akai MPC with new Native Instruments Integrationplay button

Zaytoven Creates on the Akai MPC with new Native Instruments Integration

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Akai Pro MPC3 with Native Instruments Integration - Overview

MPC Live II | Music Production for Whenever Inspiration Strikesplay button

MPC Live II | Music Production for Whenever Inspiration Strikes

Akai Professional

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The MPC Live II standalone sampler and sequencer from Akai Professional puts an entire music production rig at your fingertips. Powered by an onboard lithium-ion battery, the MPC Live II lets you create wherever inspiration strikes. At the heart of this portable workstation sits a 7" touchscreen, 16 velocity-sensitive RGB pads and dedicated knobs and buttons meticulously laid out for an intuitive workflow. The MPC Live II also features built-in stereo monitor speakers, allowing you to immerse yourself in your creative process without connecting external speakers.

Built-In Monitor Speakers Provide Impeccable Clarity

The MPC Live II is the first MPC with built-in studio monitors, designed to deliver transparent, balanced audio for evaluating your productions. Whether you're crafting rumbling 808s, lush pads or crunchy beats, the dual tweeter-woofer system lets you hear every sonic detail. When it's time for a second opinion, simply turn off the built-in speakers and connect your studio monitors or headphones.

A Standalone Brain With Battery Power

As a standalone unit with an onboard lithium-ion battery, the MPC Live II liberates you from your computer and AC power. Enjoy up to six hours of portable operation for spontaneous beatmaking and music production anywhere. With 16GB of internal storage, you'll have plenty of room for samples, loops and beats. Expand your storage using the full-size SD card slot or connect an external hard drive to the 2.5" SATA drive connector.

Robust I/O for Integration With Studio Gear and MIDI Controllers

Despite its portable size, the MPC Live II is equipped with pro-level I/O for integrating gear of all kinds. Connect turntables, studio equipment and MIDI controllers via the phono/line inputs, stereo outputs, 5-pin MIDI ports and USB ports. The four CV/Gate outputs even let you control modular synths and Eurorack gear. Seamless Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity provide cable-free control of software on your computer or mobile device.

Full-Featured Sequencer and Sampler With MPC 2 Software

The MPC Live II is powered by Akai Professional's MPC 2 Software, combining real-time time stretching, clip launching, virtual synthesizers and VST plugin support. In standalone mode, MPC 2 Software transforms the MPC Live II into a self-contained production center. As a controller, it integrates with popular DAWs for an advanced hybrid setup. MPC 2 Software unlocks the full creative potential of the MPC Live II, delivering an adaptive platform for music production in any style.

The Future of Standalone

MPC3 introduces a wide array of brand-new features, updates and improvements to enhance the MPC experience, allowing you to create and express your ideas in a faster and more intuitive workflow. Designed for fast and intuitive operation, MPC3 accelerates the legendary MPC workflow with new features, including Enhanced Main Mode, Linear Song Arranger, Studio Mixer, Advanced Keygroups, XL Channel Strip and much more.

Native Instrument Expansions and Instruments:

Harness the power
MPC3 represents the next evolution in standalone music production, harnessing the power of Native Instruments acclaimed Play Series plugin instruments and Expansion Series libraries, redefining the future of creative possibilities.The MPC Edition Play Series instruments put outstanding sound quality in an easy-to-use package. Each has a distinctive sound and character, with a selection of carefully designed presets and focused controls for modifying them. Whether you’re new to production or a seasoned pro, the Play Series can take your tracks anywhere. MPC Edition Expansions are versatile packs that offer Native Instruments sounds, kits and presets carefully designed for specific genres. From soulful hip-hop to dub techno, Expansions have what you need.
Akai Professional MPC Live II Controller
Akai Professional MPC Live II Controller
Akai Professional MPC Live II Controller

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  • 4 plug-in Instruments: Hype, Solina, Odyssey and Mellotron
  • AIR Vocal Insert Effect Suite with Automatic Vocal Tuning, AIR Doubler and AIR Harmonizer plug-ins
  • USB Class-Compliant audio interface support
  • 7 insert effects, including Half Speed, Diode Clipper, Stutter and more
  • MPC Drum and Keygroup Engine enhancements, including Akai Pro Sample Tail, Dedicated Pitch Envelope and Keygroup Portamento
  • 10 Drum Pad Effects, including Ringmod, Bitcrush, Decimator and more
  • Sample Key Detection

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  • Standalone MPC—no computer required
  • Built-In monitor speakers
  • 7" high-resolution multi-touch display
  • 16 velocity-sensitive RGB pads
  • Internal, rechargeable lithium-ion battery
  • Acts as a control surface for MPC 2.0 software
  • Phono and Line Level Inputs
  • (3) Stereo Outputs (6 Mono)
  • (2) 5-pin MIDI In, (2) 5-pin MIDI Out
  • 2GB RAM
  • 16GB onboard storage
  • Full-size SD card slot
  • User-expandable 2.5" SATA drive connector (SSD or HDD)
  • (2) USB-A 3.0 slots for thumb drives or MIDI controllers
  • (4) TRS CV/Gate jacks, 8 outputs total
  • Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Enabled
  • Ableton Link for cross-platform collaboration

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4.67

18 Reviews

94%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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I would definitely buy this product again
The Standard for Music Production
My life is complete.

Most Liked Positive Review

5

My life is complete.

Life comes at you fast, especially when you're trying to juggle work, family, friends and social distancing. As a result, there's less time to make music. The new Live 2 is solves that. It goes wherever I go and the most versatile electronic piece of musical equipment there is. The addition of the speaker is ingenious and in my honest opinion is a huge upgrade from the first edition. It gives you way more options. I can take it and make beats on my lunch break. I can chop samples and chop vegetables without getting tangled in my headphones, monitors, wires, etc before serving dinner. My 4 yr old son loves sampling random stuff with a SM58 which is dope too. This has re-awakened my passion for making music and has positively impacted me especially in these current times.

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Most Liked Negative Review

1

First and Last MPC

Horrible unit. Double triggers and missing hits quite often. Sent back for repair...same problems. They replaced it.....Same problem. Then they offer to repair the new one. I told them forget it. I am sick of shipping the unit to only be disappointed. Guess I will just take the loss.

Filters

Best Uses

  1. Practicing8
  2. Back-Up4
  3. Concerts4
  4. Studio1
  5. Live sequencing1

Cons

  1. Difficult To Use3
  2. Steep hill to mastery1
  3. Expensive, but does do A LOT !!1
  4. Akai website not well organized1
  5. Needs tilt screen1

Describe Yourself

  1. Experienced8
  2. Novice5
  3. Professional Musician4

Pros

  1. Good Quality13
  2. Functional10
  3. Easy To Use8
  4. Improves Sound7
  5. Amazing job cramming so much into one little box1

Reviewed by 18 customers

  • I'd buy again

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byCasey

    fromSan Diego

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    If you know you know, this thing is a beast of a machine

  • I would definitely buy this product again

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byLionel

    fromKilleen Texas

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Love the product, Easy to use and learn. Very functional and very portable… for commercial use.

  • I would buy this product again

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byTimothy

    fromManassas, Va

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I feel the peoduct is awesome…. I'm having a little trouble with certain thing but for the lost part using the equipment is getting easier but the day. Sequencing should be simpler and sounds should be easier to navigate. I Find that in time I should be able to work is flawlessly it , for now … it's taking a minute to work

  • First and Last MPC

    1

    submitted3 years ago

    byB

    fromTampa, FL

    Horrible unit. Double triggers and missing hits quite often. Sent back for repair...same problems. They replaced it.....Same problem. Then they offer to repair the new one. I told them forget it. I am sick of shipping the unit to only be disappointed. Guess I will just take the loss.

  • Like an MPC One, but better

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byThe Wanginator

    fromFayetteville, GA

    When I bought my MPC One, I had no idea how much I could gain by being portable and not tied to a pair of headphones. Was I wrong, the upgrades over the One was well worth the cost for the amount of time I have.

  • Yeah

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byVelli 7

    fromE. 2nd Street

    I love everything about the live 2. The funny thing about it, I had it 3 months and I still can't program a beat,but I can sample a song. Lol

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  • submitted4 years ago

    asked bySomeGuy

    fromundisclosed

    As someone who has NEVER touched an MPC, does not know how to play an instrument and no experiemce with musical theory, is this a good item to get? I have no issue regarding budget. I just want something to create

    As someone who has NEVER touched an MPC, does not know how to play an instrument and no experiemce with musical theory, is this a good item to get? I have no issue regarding budget. I just want something to create

    Open Reply - Ronald
    This would be a great first step. It's got a really easy to use interface that is really easy to pickup and begin to navigate.

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byJT

    fromLos Angeles

    Can you record vocals into it?

    Can you record vocals into it?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    No.
    Open Reply - Thomas
    No, you cannot.