Akai Professional MPC Sample – Legendary Beatmaking, Fully Mobile
The Akai Professional MPC Sample is the modern answer to classic MPC beatmaking—compact, portable, and completely DAW-independent. As a combined sampler, sequencer, and effects processor, it merges the legendary MPC workflow with contemporary technology and intuitive operation. Whether you are a beatmaker, producer, or live performer, this device puts inspiration directly into your hands, no matter where you are.
Featuring 16 RGB-backlit MPC pads with Poly-Aftertouch, the MPC Sample offers an expressive playing experience in a surprisingly compact form factor. The 2.4" full-color display allows for precise chopping, looping, and editing of your samples directly on the hardware. Thanks to the internal disk-streaming sample engine and a powerful effects unit with dedicated knobs, beats are created quickly and directly without technical detours.
Maximum flexibility is ensured by its comprehensive features: an integrated microphone for spontaneous recording, a built-in speaker for monitoring, and a microSD card slot for your own sample libraries. Power is supplied via modern USB-C or the integrated, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, making the MPC Sample the ultimate companion for mobile production.
With 106 built-in kits, inspiring pad effects, and a simplified one-touch workflow, the MPC Sample is ready to go right out of the box. Sampling has never been this straightforward and portable.
Akai Professional MPC Sample Highlights
- Standalone Power: Complete beat production without a computer via the onboard sequencer.
- Poly-Aftertouch Pads: 16 highly sensitive RGB pads for maximum articulation and dynamics.
- Real Sampling: Built-in microphone and stereo inputs for immediate sound capturing.
- Mobile Performance: Internal battery and speaker for producing anywhere, anytime.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Type | Standalone Sampler, Sequencer & Effects Processor |
| Pads | 16 RGB-backlit MPC Pads with Poly-Aftertouch |
| Display | 2.4" Full-Color Display |
| Storage | microSD card slot (User samples & projects) |
| Audio Inputs | Stereo In (¼" TRS) with Record Gain control |
| Audio Outputs | Stereo Out (¼" TRS Line-Level), Headphone (1/8" TRS) |
| Connectivity | MIDI In/Out (Adapter required), Sync Out |
| Built-in Hardware | Internal Microphone & Speaker |
| Power | USB-C (5V/1A) or internal Li-ion battery |
| Dimensions / Weight | 235 x 192 x 49 mm / 0.9 kg |
Buy Akai MPC Sample – Standalone Sampling in Your Pocket
Choosing to buy an Akai MPC Sample is an investment in the future of DAWless music-making. Unlike simple controllers, this device works completely independently. The combination of the world-renowned MPC pads and a modern disk-streaming engine allows you to load massive sample libraries directly from a microSD card without breaking your creative flow.
The MPC Sample bridges the gap between studio production and mobile sketching. With features like Poly-Aftertouch—usually found only in much more expensive keyboards or high-end controllers—Akai Professional provides a tool that meets professional demands for expression. Weighing only 0.9 kg with compact dimensions, this sampler fits easily into any backpack.
Designed for Beatmakers and Live Performers
Thanks to the integrated battery and internal microphone, the Akai MPC Sample is the perfect tool for field recording and spontaneous sound design. Dedicated effect knobs allow for tactile intervention in the sound during a performance. Whether you are crafting classic hip-hop beats or sequencing modern electronic textures, the one-touch workflow ensures that technology never gets in the way of your creativity. Experience the legendary MPC sound in its most compact form yet.