Akai MPC Studio 2

The affordable entry into the world of MPC producing: MPC Studio II easily connects to your Mac or PC and combines Akai's versatile MPC2 DAW software environment with an ultra-portable MPC-style hardware controller.

MPC Studio from Akai is much more than just an MPC-style DAW with a dedicated control surface. It's a complete music production system that combines the best of Akai's MPC controls, the music production workflow that countless top producers swear by, and the flexibility of today's high-performance computers.

Of course, this controller also incorporates the legendary MPC pads that are loved and appreciated by producers and beatmakers worldwide for their dynamic play. The pads offer adjustable velocity and are RGB illuminated.

A color display visually shows you the most important information and makes navigation easier.

With the large touch strip on the left side, you have a clever input tool at hand to pump life into your beats. Use it to trigger snare rolls, swell synth sounds, or make guitar parts sound more realistic by articulating the string attack.

Included is the MPC2 DAW software and a large software package of instruments, effects and samples so you can get started right away.

Features Akai MPC Studio 2

• A hybrid hardware and software music production system perfect for creating beats and producing electronic music
• Combines the practical workflow of classic MPC hardware with the processing power of modern computers
• Software DAW-like environment features a 128-track sequencer and popular MPC sample processing
• Supports WAV, MP3, AIFF, REX, SND and many other audio file formats
• Full backward compatibility with support for samples and patterns created with an older MPC model
• Can be used in standalone mode or as a VST plug-in in your favorite DAW
• Can host VST and AU plug-ins in standalone mode, with instant mapping and real-time adjustment of VST plug-ins
• Allows easy recording of any track as an MPC drum program
• Over 100 instruments and effects
• 16 backlit velocity-sensitive pads
• Touch strip encoder
• MPC controls including a transport section
• Classic MPC note repeat, MPC swing and MPC transport controls enable a true MPC workflow
• Compact design fits easily into a laptop bag
• Fully compatible with Mac and PC

Technical specifications

• Color LCD display
• Midi connections: 3.5mm MIDI in/out
• Power supply via USB
• Weight: 0.83 kg
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 305 x 171 x 37 mm

Scope of delivery

• Akai MPC Studio II controller
• USB cable
• 2x 3.5mm jack to 5-pin midi cable
• Software download card
• Quick Start Guide
• Warranty & safety instructions