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Carrying the MPC legacy forward by making the art of sampling more accessible and approachable than ever before, the Akai Professional MPC Sample is a portable sampler, sequencer, and effect processor that puts the iconic workflow of vintage MPCs into a compact, modern format with features that empower limitless creativity.
Inspired by the legendary MPC60 and MPC3000, the MPC Sample features legendary MPC pads, a full-color display, and simple creative controls that encourage hands-on sampling, looping, and beatmaking right out of the box. The MPC Sample offers standalone hardware that ships with over 100 kits, 60 inspiring pad and knobs effects, and an intuitive sample chopping workflow. MPC Sample is equipped with all the storage and connectivity options creatives need. A rechargeable lithium ion battery, microSD card storage, an onboard sequencer, an internal microphone, a built-in speaker, and USB-C connection make it easy and convenient to record, edit, and play back audio on the go—no computer or DAW required.
- This compact, all-in-one sampler opens the door to the iconic MPC workflow for a new generation of creatives.
Complete Portability
- MPC Sample's battery-powered design with built-in speaker and microphone empowers users to create and record anytime, anywhere.
Hands-On Workflow
- Responsive MPC pads, intuitive controls, and a full-color display make producing and beatmaking fast and fun for all skill levels.
Onboard Creative Effects
- Players have access to four onboard FX engines for real-time sample flips and resampling with 60 creative FX types including Flex Beat, Color Compressor, Vinyl emulations, and Tape emulations.
Instant Inspiration
- This compact creative tool comes loaded with over 100 artist and producer drum kits, 4 creative effect engines, and an intuitive sample chopping workflow to spark ideas immediately.
No Computer Needed
- MPC Sample is a complete standalone solution for recording, sequencing, producing, and performing-with the option to connect external gear easily via USB-C and MIDI.
Compact and Connected
- Powerful I/O, plenty of storage, USB-C providing Audio/Midi connectivity and smart device sampling together in one handheld unit allows for a full production experience without complexity.
Versatile for any Genre or Style
- MPC Sample is designed for beatmakers, sample-based producers, singer-songwriters, live performers, DAWless jammers, indie creators, and beginner/hobbyist musicians seeking a new form of inspiration and expression.