Akai MPC One – Standalone Music Production Center with Built-in Monitor Speakers

Inspiration Anywhere

Discover MPC Live II – the perfect tool for musicians who never want to miss a moment of inspiration. This standalone production device, powered by a battery, provides MPC functionality wherever you go.

Dive into Music Creation

MPC Live II is the first MPC with a built-in stereo monitoring system. This dual speaker system, designed from the ground up, delivers pristine clarity, ensuring your ideas flow seamlessly through the creative process. Hear every detail of your production – from thumping 808s to crisp kicks, rumbling basslines, and clear, silky highs. Need a different perspective? Switch off the built-in speakers, connect your studio monitors, and you’re ready to go.

Complete MPC Experience

Under the hood, MPC Live II houses the same multi-core processor as the MPC X, offering all the essential elements expected from a modern MPC. Take full control of your production with Akai Professional’s iconic 16-pad format. Sequence, edit, and chop samples using intuitive finger gestures on the bright, 7-inch color touchscreen. Shape your ideas with four capacitive knobs and dive into key functions with a host of dedicated buttons designed for optimal production workflow.

A Mobile Powerhouse

As a producer, versatility is key. MPC Live II prepares you for any situation. With three 1/4” TRS stereo outputs (6 mono), phono/line-level inputs, USB, MIDI, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and four 1/4” TRS CV/Gate outputs, connecting, controlling, and maximizing your studio setup is a breeze. Command your modular gear on stage, bring new direction to your performances, patch cables effortlessly, and integrate seamlessly with your studio hardware.

Studio Command Center

MPC Live II takes control of all your external MIDI devices seriously. The new generation of standalone multi-core MPCs from Akai Professional introduces MIDI Multi capability, transforming the MPC into the centerpiece of your MIDI sequencing studio. Connect and route all your MIDI gear simultaneously, including USB keyboards, MIDI interfaces, and USB-CV modules, expanding your input/output capabilities.

Unleashed Creativity

Create wherever and whenever you feel inspired. With its rugged, compact design and built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery (providing up to 5 hours of use), MPC Live II redefines the philosophy of creating music anywhere.

MPC Software 2

Powered by Akai Professional’s MPC 2 software, MPC Live II operates both standalone and as a controller. This advanced production suite combines real-time time stretching, clip launching, built-in synth engines, VST compatibility, standalone application functionality on Mac and PC, seamless DAW integration, and much more.

Splice Integration

Simplify browsing and auditioning samples with Splice integration in MPC Live II. Splice Sounds powers creativity with millions of high-quality, royalty-free samples, sounds, presets, and loops across every genre. With Splice embedded in MPC Live II, gain instant Wi-Fi access to your Splice library directly from the touch user interface.

Ableton Live Integration

MPC Live II is pre-mapped for seamless integration with Ableton Live. Command clip launching, mixer, and macro controls in Ableton Live wirelessly via Wi-Fi, Ableton Link, or via Ethernet connection with a USB-Ethernet adapter. The combination of MPC’s renowned production capabilities, synth engines, and intuitive workflow with Ableton Live makes any creative endeavor within reach.

Memory and Connectivity

MPC Live II comes with 16GB internal Micro SD storage. For producers wanting more personalized productions, MPC Live II features a built-in SD card slot, a 2.5-inch SATA drive bay for connecting SSDs or HDDs, and a USB flash drive input for instant access to your sample libraries.

DrumSynth – New in MPC 2.9

The update to MPC 2.9 arms the production community with a groundbreaking selection of 8 synthesis engines powering 9 incredible DrumSynth plugins. Filled with essential modern sounds and driven by powerful sound generators powered by new algorithms (FM, analog, physical modeling, and sample-based), every synthetic drum sound a modern producer needs is here. DrumSynth leverages MPC’s sophisticated touch user interface, offering an inspiring, easy-to-use workspace.

Key Features of MPC Live II:

• Standalone MPC – no computer required
• Built-in speakers
• 7-inch high-resolution touch display
• 16 dynamic, RGB-backlit pads
• Internal rechargeable lithium-ion battery
• Also works as a controller for MPC 2 software
• Phono and line-level inputs
• 3 stereo outputs (6 mono)
• 2 MIDI 5-pin inputs, 2 MIDI 5-pin outputs
• 2GB RAM
• 16GB onboard storage
• Full-size SD card slot
• 2.5” SATA drive bay (SSD or HDD)
• 2 USB-A 3.0 ports for thumb drives or MIDI controllers
• 4 TRS CV/Gate outputs (8 total)
• Wi-Fi and Bluetooth support
• Ableton Link for cross-platform collaboration
• Includes 8 new synthesis engines powering 9 DrumSynth plugins

SPECIFICATIONS

Pads

• 16 velocity-sensitive pads with RGB backlighting
• 8 banks accessible via Pad Bank buttons

Knobs

• 4 touch-sensitive Q-Link 360° knobs
• 4 Q-Link knob columns accessible via Q-Link button
• 1 360° encoder for screen navigation and selection with push button

Buttons

• 27 dedicated function buttons; backlit red, amber, or green

Display

• 7.0” / 177 mm (diagonal)
• 5.9” x 3.7” / 151 x 94 mm (width x height)
• Color LED display with touch interface

Processor

• Quad-core ARM® processor
• 2GB RAM
• 2GB user storage, 2GB pre-installed content

Inputs and Outputs

• 2 TRS 1/4” (6.35 mm) inputs (1 stereo pair)
• 2 TRS 1/4” (6.35 mm) outputs (1 stereo pair)
• 1 stereo 1/8” (3.5 mm) headphone output
• 1 5-pin MIDI input
• 1 5-pin MIDI output
• 4 TRS CV/Gate outputs (8 total)
• 1 USB Type-A port
• 1 USB Type-B port
• 1 SD card slot
• 1 power supply input

Power

• Via power adapter: 19V, 3.42A, center-positive, included
• Lithium-ion battery: up to 5 hours of use

Dimensions (width x depth x height)

• 10.7” x 10.7” x 2.1”
• 272 x 272 x 53 mm

Weight

• 2.1 kg