Akai - News and Rumours
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How to get that old-school sampler sound
30 Apr · Ever wondered how to get the old-school sampler sound? Punchy lo-fi drums and underwater pad sounds can give your music a retro feel.
AKAI MPK mini Play mk3: Tiny USB keyboard controller with sounds and a speaker
11 Jan · AKAI has announced the upgraded MPK mini Play mk3. The tiny USB keyboard controller features 25 mini keys, 8 pads and 128 internal sounds for sessions on the go.
Deal: Get the AKAI MPC 2 software at a special 50% discount!
21 Oct 2021 · Until 2 November 2021, Akai is taking around 50% off the regular price of both MPC 2 software versions - Standard and Premier. Grab it now.
AKAI Force firmware 3.1 adds an abundance of new instruments and features
19 Oct 2021 · AKAI dishes out a feature update for its Force groovebox, adding 3 new instruments, 7 new insert effects, USB audio, and other good stuff.
Break through creative block! Tips and gear to get you composing again
25 Sep 2021 · Running out of ideas? In a creative cul-de-sac? Here are some valuable pointers and ideas for gear that will get you composing again.
AKAI MPC Studio: Hybrid beat making setup for less than 300 bucks
21 Sep 2021 · AKAI has announced the new MPC Studio. The USB controller integrates with the MPC 2 software to create a complete, hybrid production studio.
Leak: AKAI Pro MPC Key 61 sampling workstation found in 2.10 update
23 Jul 2021 · A new render of the 61-key sampling keyboard AKAI is building as a key-driven variant of its MPCs, has been discovered. Here's what we know so far.
AKAI MPC 2.10: massive update adds 14 plugins and pitch correction to desktop and hardware
20 Jul 2021 · AKAI justed added a ton of instruments and effects to its modern MPC grooveboxes without asking for a dime. You guys are spoiled!
Why sampling is still relevant in modern music production
18 Jul 2021 · Love it or hate it, sampling has always been a part of music. Let's take a look at some ways to incorporate sampling into your music.
AKAI MPK mini MK3 USB Keyboard controller: New keybed and more software
04 Aug 2020 · AKAI updates the MPK mini USB keyboard controller to MK3, with a new keybed, endless rotary encoders, an OLED display and a software pack that includes the new MPC Beats DAW. Not bad for $99.
AKAI MPC Beats is a complete beat making and remixing studio – for free!
21 Jul 2020 · AKAI has introduced MPC Beats, a new beat making DAW that's completely free. The included samples and loops and the famed MPC workflow will have you making beats in no time.
AKAI MPC Live 2, firmware update 2.8 announced
14 May 2020 · Following this March's Reddit leak and another leak of a 25-minute video presentation, the AKAI MPC Live 2 has become reality.
Akai MPC 2.8 firmware update features MIDI Multi Capability
07 May 2020 · What's MIDI Multi Capability? You can now connect a USB hub to your MPC machine and it can address and control up to 32 USB/MIDI devices and become the central MIDI hub of your workflow.
LEAK: MPC Live 2 is in the works at AKAI!
18 Mar 2020 · Images have surfaced on Reddit showing a putative MPC Live 2, showing - if genuine - added CV outputs, an armrest, and more shortcuts to aid live performers in the heat of the action.