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MPC X Special Edition | Akai Professional

Akai Professional

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Akai Professional MPC X Special Edition (SE) pays righteous tribute to the storied series synonymous with groove-based music production, achieving legendary status in electronic and hip-hop circles since MPC’s 1988 debut, and crossing over to music makers of all stripes. Featuring the original MPC60’s light-gray-and-red color scheme and font, the MPC X SE model is a proper celebration of MPC’s iconic legacy, while delivering even more cutting-edge functionality than the flagship standalone MPC X. In addition to everything that makes its immediate predecessor an outright production powerhouse, the MPC X SE boasts the MPC Instrument Collection, and even more memory and internal storage. The MPC X SE seamlessly integrates with Native Instruments’ Play Series instruments and Expansion libraries, giving producers instant access to a vast collection of world-class sounds. Designed with a tip of the hat to the look and feel of the original MPC60, it’s loaded to the brim with all the power needed to satisfy the demands of high-caliber, modern-day production.

Akai Professional MPC X SE Classic Colorway

Timeless Vibe Meets State of the Art

Akai Pro endows MPC X SE with some significant upgrades over the high-end MPC X, like 48GB of storage—16GB of which is dedicated to user storage—and 4GB of RAM for lightning-fast load times and supercharged sampling capabilities, along with a retro aesthetic refresh harkening to seminal, early MPC models. And considering it’s an MPC, what could be more nostalgic than offering artists the best available tools of the trade? MPC X SE’s 10.1" multi-gesture, full-color touchscreen interface is natively powered by MPC 2 Software for the ultimate standalone workflow. Alternatively, it works as a control surface for Mac and PC, using the same MPC 2 platform. Regardless of your preferred workflow method, you’ll have complete access to the MPC plug-in instrument collection, featuring over 25 instruments, including the Fabric XL Synthesizer.

Akai Professional MPC X SE Connectivity

Complete Control of Your Creative Space

MPC is famous for its ability to act as the centerpiece to any music production setup. MPC X SE takes that reputation a step further with its onboard Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, untethering your setup for Ableton Link 3 functionality and high-speed data transfers. 2-in, 4-out MIDI I/O, plus eight 3.5 mm TS output jacks for driving modular and Eurorack devices, lets you control MIDI-enabled synths and keyboards via your MPC. Easily add audio via instruments and/or dynamic and condenser microphones via the two combination XLR/1/4" inputs with switchable phantom power. You could even add other line-level devices, like turntables for clean sample and loop collecting, via the RCA input with ground. And, of course, USB 3.0 gives you access to bus-powered USB controllers, storage devices, MIDI expanders, audio interfaces and other class-compliant gear.

Akai Professional MPC X SE Plug-ins

Instrument Plug-ins, Sounds and Samples

MPC X SE comes with a comprehensive suite of plug-in instruments designed to inspire your creativity and performance. It features over 25 instruments, including the Fabric XL synthesizer and Stage EP keyboards, for a vast array of everything from grand pianos and chamber string quartets to pad synths and warm electro keyboards stacked with analog brass layers. The MPC platform also packs industry-leading sample expansion packs, featuring a heap of classic 808s, one-shot snares and kicks, loops and multi-velocity key group instruments. No matter the vibe you’re looking for, MPC X SE delivers with its impressive selection of sounds and samples.

Akai Professional MPC X SE Effects

Award-Winning Effects

With a growing collection of plug-ins, like dynamics and EQ signal processors, multi-effects and more, you can create fully mixed and mastered songs completely within the MPC X SE ecosystem. The AIR Vocal Suite adds rich harmony and offers real-time vocal tuning to recording and mixing sessions, while other plug-ins, like Half Speed, Stutter and Air Flavor, add a new sonic dimension to your music. A faithful homage to its legacy, the MPC X SE lets you pull up a selection of vintage MPC models, including the 60, 3000 and more.

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.

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  • 48GB of internal storage (10GB for user storage)
  • 4GB of RAM for sampling and recording
  • 25+ MPC Plugin Instrument Collection including Fabric XL Synthesizer
  • 10.1" full-color multi-gesture touch display
  • 16 touch-capacitive Q-Links knobs with OLED screens
  • Four selectable inputs: (2) XLR/1/4" combo jacks with switchable phantom power
  • Turntable RCA input with ground
  • Eight outputs: Balanced 1/4" jack
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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Diisononyl phthalate (DINP), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

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3.83

6 Reviews

80%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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Cheap piece of crap connectors.
Cheap piece of crap connectors.
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Reviewed by 6 customers

  • A homerun

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted4 months ago

    byMax

    fromSan Jose, CA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Used in studio with multiple synths, this sequencer really rocks. Performance-wise, it's more capable than the non-SE model. The UI is more snappy and more responsive. Plenty of control at your fingertips. Sound quality is great. MPC workflow takes a bit to get used to, but is very intuitive.

  • I love my MPC X SE

    5

    submitted10 months ago

    byDennis

    fromLos Angeles

    Plain and simple. This machine is a fun to work with ! The q links, designated buttons and the extra ins and outs help my work flow significantly. This is a major upgrade for the MPC Live 2 and not looking back :D

  • Do Not Buy this product !

    1

    submitteda year ago

    byTristan

    fromMiami Florida

    Warning, AKAI is shipping defective units to guitar center, adn knows about it. they know the units are defective and there dumping them onto the customer. then they want you to run around and take the responsibility of absorbing the cost and time for rectifying the problem. they are ashipping defective and arriving defective. and AKAI is just not concerned with customer after-sales. I am supprised at this company for doing this but i guess when companies change direction so do thier concerns for product quality control.

  • Awesome piece of equipment

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byMax

    fromOmaha Nebraska

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I haven't used it very much because I bought a lot of equipment at the same time, so I've only made one beat on it and it was very user-friendly, especially for those who use mpc beat machines, it's like riding a bike,I'll do another update soon, til then, keep Jammin!

  • Cheap piece of crap connectors.

    2

    submitteda year ago

    byChrystal

    fromAtlanta

    After about a year of really minimal wear and tear seeing as how i dont travel with it and keep the same setup ie same things connected, rca ports fell off and usb connectors fell apart.

  • Mpc X Se review

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byDavid

    fromRichmond Va

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Excellent product high-quality great craftsmanship!!! 👍 👍

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  • submitted2 months ago

    asked byReadylord

    fromPA 17214

    Does it come with preloaded sounds as mpc one?

    Does it come with preloaded sounds as mpc one?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    There are 18GB of studio-quality sounds pre-loaded and 9.8 GB free to use.

  • submitted8 months ago

    asked byTT

    fromundisclosed

    Is it true that defective units are being sent to guitar center, as stated in the customer review?

    Is it true that defective units are being sent to guitar center, as stated in the customer review?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    No it isn't.