Akai MPC Live II

MPC Live II

There's no need to compromise for portability. MPC Live II is the complete MPC experience without missing a step. A rechargeable lithium-ion battery means you can work anywhere for hours. Full-size MPC pads give you the ultimate in drum performance and the expanded function buttons allow for quick editing on-the-fly so you never miss a beat.

Key Features

• Standalone MPC — No Computer Required
• Powerful Multicore Processor System
• Built-in Stereo Monitors
• 16 Full-size Velocity Sensitive RGB Pads
• Brilliant 7-inch Multi-Touch Display
• 2 GB RAM, 16GB Onboard Storage, Over 10GB pre-installed content
• Mac & PC Controller for MPC Software (included)
• Stereo Inputs 3 Stereo Outputs
• Phono Level RCA Jacks
• 2 X MIDI In & 2 x MIDI Out
• 4 TRS CV/Gate Jacks, 8 Outputs Total
• USB 2.0 Slot for Storage Drives or Midi Controllers for use in Standalone
• SD Card Slot
• 2 USB 3.0
• Expandable SSD Bay

Built-In Studio Monitors

For the first time ever, you now have studio-grade monitors built-in directly to your MPC. No need to waste precious time looking for your headphones, untangling cables or powering up external monitors. These full range stereo monitors deliver low end thump along with tight top end to make portable beat-making the sonic experience you need to feel your music.

Get Connected

MPC Live II integrates into your creative space with all the ports, jacks and connectivity you need. USB 3.0, 2x2 MIDI, CV/Gate, 3 stereo outs and more. WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity make for a completely wireless workflow. No matter the device, MPC Live II is ready to get connected!

Super Performance

MPC Live II will super charge your production. With MIDI performance to tap in to as many devices as you need, an intuitive and streamlined layout not to mention the MPC workflow features you need; 16 Levels, Note Repeat, Auto Sample, Chords & Notes More and so much more. Get ready to level up to the MPC Live II.

MPC2 Desktop Software Included

Akai Professional's MPC2 software features all the tools to quickly navigate every musical task from writing music and recording audio, to mixing and mastering.

From the advanced multi-engine plugin synthesis of Hype to a faithful plugin emulation of the legendary Mellotron Tape Synth keyboard, MPC2 delivers a wide palette of sonic textures with its MPC plugin instruments for powerful music composition.

Enjoy over 100 plugins from award-winning AIR Music Tech., including the AIR Vocal Insert Effects Suite, delivering the power to record and mix the perfect vocals. In addition to its stable of standard dynamic audio processors, MPC2 features numerous time-based Insert Effects for creative remixing and production like Half Speed and Stutter.

Whether you're in creation mode and need inspiring sounds to begin a project, or want to perfect your mix before you share and release your music commercially, MPC2 has all the tools to deliver the ultimate performance you need.

General Specifications

• Pads
  • (16) Velocity and pressure-sensitive pads, RGB-backlit
  • (8) banks accessible via Pad Bank buttons
• Knobs 
  • (4) 360 touch-sensitive Q-Link Knobs
  • (4) Q-Link Knob columns accessible via Q-Link button
  • (1) 360 encoder for display navigation and selection via push
• Buttons:  (27) dedicated function buttons; red, amber, or green backlit
• Display
  • Full-color LED-backlit display with touch interface
  • Diagonal Display:  176mm / 6.9
  • Diagonal Width x Height:  150mm X 93mm / 5.9 X 3.7
• CPU:  Quad-core ARM processor
• RAM:  2GB
• Storage:  16GB, expandable via SATA connections
• Connections
  • (2) 1/4" / 6.35 mm TRS inputs (1 stereo pair)
    (6) 1/4" / 6.35 mm TRS outputs (3 stereo pairs)
    (1) 1/4" / 6.35 mm stereo headphone output
    (2) RCA inputs (1 stereo pair)
    (2) 5-pin MIDI inputs
    (2) 5-pin MIDI outputs
    (4) TRS CV/Gate jacks, 8 outputs total
    (1) Ethernet link port
    (2) USB Type-A ports
    (1) USB Type-B port
    (1) SD Card slot
    (1) Power Adapter input
• Power
  • Via Power Adapter:  19 V, 3.42 A, center-positive, included
  • Via Battery:  Up to 5 hours of battery life
• Dimensions (WxDxH):  411.5mm X 243.8mm X 45.7 mm / 16.2" x 9.6" x 1.8"
• Weight:  3.38kg / 7.45lbs