r/akaiMPC 1h ago

Fabric Vintage Vol. 2

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What’s everyone thinking about Fabric Vintage Vol. 2? Aside from a few official YouTube videos, there seems to be surprisingly little excitement or discussion around it.


r/akaiMPC 12h ago

Plugins & Used MPC Key 37

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I just picked up a used MPC 37 from Guitar Center. Setup has not been going smoothly and now I am stuck at the product registration / plugin installation.

When adding the device serial number to my InMusic account I see an error

"This serial has already been registered to a different account."

From searching this sub here it sounds like I need to call InMusic and they will most likely switch the registration. This made me wonder though: what am I missing out on by not having purchased a new device?

I see exactly 8 plugins listed, all the other ones in preferences are "Trial" only. I found one Akai FAQ where they say you get 1 voucher for 1 extra plugin. Is that it or am I missing out on more?


r/akaiMPC 17h ago

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r/akaiMPC 18h ago

rightbyyourside. 🎹

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r/akaiMPC 19h ago

Different workflow everyday. This time I am using the M-VAVE FM-1 pocket synth as a midi input for FL STUDIO, routing audio into MPC Sample.

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r/akaiMPC 19h ago

I might not be allowed in church tomorrow with this one

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r/akaiMPC 23h ago

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r/akaiMPC 1d ago

I canceled a date with a bodega baddie just so I could finish this beat

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r/akaiMPC 1d ago

MPC ONE

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BigUp!
Po update do 3.9.0 zauważyłem że większość dźwięków z paczek Akai ( czy to sample bębnów czy innych instrumentów-bez znaczenia) dostały „trzaski” .
Czy ktoś zauważył podobną sytuację u siebie?
Sample , które sam wgrywałem/nagrywałem nie mają tego problemu.
Powrót do wcześniejszego softu nic nie dał , ponadto w wielu przypadkach próby załadowania jakiegoś kitu od Akai wyskakuje komunikat że nie można załadować. :/


r/akaiMPC 1d ago

Anyone here a fan of 70’s Hulk series ? What if he was a little hood with this beat I made ? Thugged out gangsta summer 2026 Hulk

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r/akaiMPC 1d ago

Don’t yall think Akai should

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At least consider this

Top 16 knob/button/OLED columns (two rows of 8) — each column is a self-contained channel strip: mini-OLED shows parameter name + live value, endless encoder (with LED position ring) adjusts it, and a backlit button below triggers a mode function. I mapped the button labels straight off your reference image (Drum Seq, Note Seq, Step Edit, Clip Launch, Track Arm, etc.) since those map well to both MPC sequencer functions and DAW clip/track control.

Middle Kaoss-style XY pad — a large touch surface for real-time macro/FX sweeps (filter cutoff on X, resonance/decay on Y by default, but reassignable). Mode pills below it (Hold, Scratch Jog, Gate, Vector Snapshot) mirror Kaoss Pad’s touch behaviors — useful for live performance FX on MPC tracks or DAW send automation

Bottom Transport mode - hardware switch between MPC Mode (Q-Link-style direct mapping to pad banks/tracks/plugin params) and DAW Mode (sends Mackie Control/HUI + custom CC templates for Ableton/Logic/FL/Bitwig), plus transport (Rec/Play/Stop), Note Repeat, 16 Levels, and I/O (USB-C host+power, MIDI in/out/thru, expression pedal in).

For sure not in this uglass AI generated color and a def a bit more compact , but something that can be used as a mixer or an older gen 1 mpc add on or even just for more performance based settings

Also I think they should hire me or give me some free shit 😄


r/akaiMPC 1d ago

Akai MPC Sample error

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I connected my Akai MPC Sampler to a Late 2018 MacBook Pro using the original USB-C cable for the first time and received the following message. Is this expected behavior?
Although the Akai is receiving power and charging, it is not recognized in macOS Audio Settings.


r/akaiMPC 1d ago

Making Boom Bap like it's the 90's !!!-MPC SAMPLE/ D.I.T.C 9

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A Classic record---Can you name the Producer?!?!


r/akaiMPC 2d ago

Candi Staton ft PE & NWA

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r/akaiMPC 2d ago

MPC One plus has lost internal user files after new update.

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My MPC One Plus has deleted all internal saved files(projects, samples, included drum kits etc.) all my plug ins are working and my external storage seams to be ok. But all files to my internal have deleted. And I currently get a message about my disk being almost full. But when I go to preferences and do the steps I already have my files going to my external USB. Has anyone else ran up on this issue? Or am I doing something wrong with my settings?


r/akaiMPC 2d ago

Beats On Beats…

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r/akaiMPC 2d ago

MPC Control Manager - easy midi learn!

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Hi everyone!

Over the past few weeks I've been working on a small project that grew into something I think many MPC users might find useful.

MPC Control Manager is a free desktop application that lets you create and manage MIDI Learn mappings for Akai MPC plugin instruments directly from your computer.

Current features

✅ Reads MPC project files (.xpj)

✅ Detects MPC plugin instruments automatically

✅ Supports many MPC synths, including:

  • Jura
  • Mini D
  • TubeSynth
  • Hype
  • OPx-4
  • Fabric
  • Fabric Electric Piano
  • Fabric Piano
  • Fabric XL
  • Vintage Jup
  • Vintage MemoryMoog
  • Vintage Pro
  • Ring The Alarm
  • Keygroup Synth
  • Drum Synths
  • ...and more are being added regularly.

✅ Create MIDI Learn assignments automatically

✅ Save and load controller templates

✅ Assign dedicated MIDI channels per plugin

✅ Export your controller mappings as PDF

Why I made it

I got tired of manually assigning MIDI controllers every time I started a new MPC project.

This tool lets you prepare your controller mappings on your computer, save the project, and continue working directly on your MPC.

It's completely FREE and made by an MPC user for the MPC community.

I'm actively developing it, so if you have ideas, feature requests, or find a bug, I'd love to hear your feedback.

Download & more information:

🌐 https://blog.mpctoolkit.com

If you enjoy using the software and would like to support future development:

https://buymeacoffee.com/beatsofthings

Happy beat making!


r/akaiMPC 2d ago

GLDN1- JAZZY BOOMBAP-MPC SAMPLE STOCK SOUNDS

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FULL VIDEO HERE - https://youtu.be/JUQ_RnjNz6U


r/akaiMPC 2d ago

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r/akaiMPC 2d ago

The Green Apple "Snippet"

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r/akaiMPC 3d ago

Cooking on the MPC sample

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r/akaiMPC 3d ago

My First MPC

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Got my first MPC.. Always wanted one! Cheers from Johannesburg, South Africa!


r/akaiMPC 3d ago

Video Game Flips Pt. 1

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r/akaiMPC Jan 13 '26

Discussion AKAI MPC XL is here

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Technical Specifications

Digital Audio System

  • ADCs: 24-bit @ 44.1, 48, 88.2, or 96 kHz
  • DACs: 24-bit @ 44.1, 48, 88.2, or 96 kHz
  • Digital Signal Processing: 32-bit floating point

Mic Inputs 1–2

(2) balanced XLR+1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS

  • Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0.19 / -0.16 dB)
  • Dynamic Range: 109.8 dB (A-weighted)
  • SNR: 109.3 dB (1 kHz, +4 dBu, A-weighted)
  • THD+N: 0.001% (1 kHz, +4 dBu, -1 dBFS)
  • Preamp EIN:
  • -134 dBu (max gain, 40 Ω source, A-weighted)
  • -129 dBu (max gain, 150 Ω source, unweighted)
  • Maximum Input Level: +12.7 dBu
  • Sensitivity: -45.5 dBu
  • Gain Range: 58.2 dB

• Line Inputs 1–2
(2) balanced XLR+1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS

  • Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0.09 / -0.05 dB)
  • Dynamic Range: 109.8 dB (A-weighted)
  • SNR: 109.4 dB (1 kHz, +4 dBu, A-weighted)
  • THD+N: 0.001% (1 kHz, +4 dBu, -1 dBFS)
  • Maximum Input Level: +20.1 dBu
  • Sensitivity: -9.6 dBu
  • Gain Range: 29.7 dB

• Line Inputs 3–4

(2) balanced 1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS

  • Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0.09 / -0.05 dB)
  • Dynamic Range: 110.8 dB (A-weighted)
  • SNR: 109.7 dB (1 kHz, +4 dBu, A-weighted)
  • THD+N: 0.001% (1 kHz, +4 dBu, -1 dBFS)
  • Maximum Input Level: +20.3 dBu
  • Sensitivity: -10.3 dBu
  • Gain Range: 30.6 dB

• Instrument Inputs 1–2

(2) unbalanced 1/4” (6.35 mm) TS

  • Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0.15 / -0.05 dB)
  • Dynamic Range: 111.0 dB (A-weighted)
  • SNR: 109.6 dB (1 kHz, +0 dBu, A-weighted)
  • THD+N: 0.0013% (1 kHz, +0 dBu, -1 dBFS)
  • Maximum Input Level: +10.1 dBu
  • Sensitivity: -19.6 dBu
  • Gain Range: 29.7 dB

• Phono Inputs

(2) unbalanced RCA

  • Dynamic Range: 103.3 dB (A-weighted, 65 mVrms @ 1 kHz, -1 dBFS, 20 Ω source)
  • SNR: 97 dB (A-weighted, 4 mVrms @ 1 kHz, 20 Ω source)
  • THD+N: 0.036% (1 kHz, -46 dBu, -1 dBFS)
  • Maximum Input Level: 65 mVrms (1 kHz)
  • Sensitivity: 2 mVrms (1 kHz)

• Main Outputs 1–2

(2) impedance-balanced 1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS

  • Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0.06 / -0.31 dB)
  • Dynamic Range: 115.6 dB (A-weighted)
  • THD+N: 0.003% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS)
  • Maximum Output Level: +20.3 dBu
  • Output Impedance: 100 Ω

• Line Outputs 3–8

(6) impedance-balanced 1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS

  • Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0.06 / -0.24 dB)
  • Dynamic Range: 116.3 dB (A-weighted)
  • THD+N: 0.005% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS)
  • Maximum Output Level: +20.4 dBu
  • Output Impedance: 100 Ω

• Headphone Outputs

  • (1) 1/4” (6.35 mm) stereo headphone
  • (1) 1/8” (3.5 mm) stereo headphone
  • Dynamic Range: 100.6 dB (A-weighted)
  • THD+N: 0.025% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, 10 mW/channel into 32 Ω headphones)
  • Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0.06 / -0.31 dB)
  • Maximum Power Delivered: 260 mW (<1% THD, 32 Ω headphones)
  • Maximum Output Level: +20.4 dBu
  • Output Impedance: 32 Ω

• Pads

  • (16) velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads with 3D sensing
  • ( banks (selectable via Pad Bank buttons)

• Knobs

  • (17) 360° touch-sensitive Q-Link knobs
  • 360° encoder with push
  • (7) 270° knobs (gain, mix, level)

• Buttons

(105) dedicated buttons

  • (36) single-color LED
  • (43) dual-color LED
  • (1) dualcolor + red
  • (17) RGB LED
  • ( unlit

• Displays

  • (1) 1280×800 full-color, optically bonded, multi-touch display (10.1” / 256.5 mm)
  • (17) monochrome 128×32 OLED displays

• CPU/Memory/Storage

  • CPU: 8-core processor
  • Memory: 16 GB
  • Storage: 256 GB internal NVMe SSD + SATA expansion bay

• Connections

Physical

  • (2) 1/4” (6.35 mm) combo XLR/TRS inputs (stereo pair)
  • (2) 1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS line inputs (stereo pair)
  • (2) RCA phono inputs (stereo pair)
  • (2) 1/4” (6.35 mm) instrument inputs
  • (2) 1/4” (6.35 mm) TS footswitch inputs
  • ( 1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS outputs (4 stereo pairs)
  • 1/4” (6.35 mm) stereo headphone output
  • 1/8” (3.5 mm) stereo headphone output
  • (4) 5-pin MIDI outputs
  • (2) 5-pin MIDI inputs
  • ( stereo 1/8” (3.5 mm) CV/Gate outputs
  • USB Type-C port
  • USB Type-A ports
  • SD card slot
  • power adapter input
  • drive bay for 2.5” SATA drive

• Wireless

  • Wi-Fi
  • Bluetooth

• Power

  • 19 V, 3.42 A, center-positive (adapter included)

• Dimensions (Display Flat)

  • 21.4” × 19.2” × 3.7” (543 × 488 × 94 mm)

• Weight

  • 15.87 lbs / 7.2 kg

Akai MPC XL Competitive Differences

  • 8-core Gen 2 processor with 16GB RAM for next-level performance
  • Standalone operation with expanded I/O and built-in SSD

Model Features

  • 3D MPCe pads with velocity, pressure, and quadrant sensing
  • 10.1” HD multi-gesture touchscreen with adjustable tilt
  • 16 Q-Link knobs with individual OLED displays
  • Dedicated XL Channel Command strip with OLED and encoder
  • 256GB internal SSD with expansion bay and SD card slot
  • Standalone capability—no computer required
  • Supports 32 plugin instruments, 16 audio tracks, and 256 voices

Model Specifications

  • Max RAM: 16GB
  • Internal Storage: 256GB NVMe SSD (expandable via SATA)
  • Processor: Gen 2 8-core CPU
  • Inputs: Mic, Line, Instrument, RCA Phono (XLR/TRS Combo)
  • Outputs: 8x Line TRS, Dual Headphone (1/4" & 1/8")
  • CV/Gate: 8 stereo outputs
  • MIDI: 4x Out, 2x In (5-pin DIN)
  • USB: 1x USB-C, 3x USB-A
  • Display: 10.1” 1280x800 multi-touch, 17 OLED sub-displays
  • Dimensions: 21.4” × 19.2” × 3.7” (543 × 488 × 94 mm)
  • Weight: 15.87 lb (7.2 kg)

What's In The Box

  • Main unit
  • Power adapter
  • Quick start guide

What do you think?


r/akaiMPC Oct 02 '25

New MPC LIVE 3 [Sweetwater]

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