AKAI MPC Sample Production Controller

Akai MPC Sample is a compact standalone sampler, sequencer, and effects processor that brings the iconic MPC workflow into an ultra-portable form. Inspired by the classic MPC60 and MPC3000, it offers hands-on beatmaking with responsive RGB pads, an easy-to-read color display, and intuitive controls that encourage fast sampling, chopping, looping, and music creation anywhere. With a built-in speaker, microphone, microSD storage, a rechargeable battery, and USB-C Audio/MIDI connectivity, it enables complete production without needing a computer.

Key Features

Ultra-portable standalone MPC design
16 RGB-lit, velocity-sensitive MPC pads with aftertouch
Built-in microphone and 3-watt speaker for mobile sampling
USB-C powered with internal rechargeable battery (approx. 5 hours)
Onboard MPC sequencer with real-time swing (960 PPQN)
Over 100 factory drum kits
60 onboard FX including Flex Beat, compressors, tape/vinyl colors
Intuitive sample chopping with instant chop and lazy-chop modes
Smart device sampling and USB-C Audio/MIDI connectivity
Disk-streaming playback engine for fast, efficient sample triggering

Specifications

Internal storage: 8GB (with factory content) + microSD expansion
RAM: 2GB
Polyphony: 32 stereo voices
Maximum sampling time: 20 minutes per sample
Built-in microphone and 3W speaker
Audio inputs: 2 x 1/4-inch TRS
Audio outputs: 2 x 1/4-inch TRS + 1 x 1/8 headphones
MIDI In/Out via 1/8-inch TRS
Sync Out via 1/8-inch TRS
USB-C for power, Audio I/O, MIDI, and file transfer
2.4-inch color display with waveform editing
Dimensions: 236 x 194 x 50 mm

Software Features

MPC sequencer with real-time swing
Sample-to-pad workflow via Mic, Line In, USB, or Resampling
Threshold and fixed-length recording for precise loops
Real-time looping, warp, re-pitch, and creative sample FX
60 FX types including pad FX, knob FX, rhythmic and coloration FX
Internal resampling with full FX routing
Assignable legacy fader for expressive control
Song mode for arranging and exporting projects
Compatibility with MPC software for continuing projects on a computer

Whats in the Box

MPC Sample unit
USB-C cable

Who is the product for

Beatmakers wanting a compact and portable MPC workflow
Sample-based producers looking for a standalone sketchpad
Singer-songwriters and live performers
DAW-less hardware musicians and jammers
Beginners and hobbyists entering the world of sampling