Akai - News and Rumours
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The Dons of Downtempo: How to sound like Air’s Moon Safari
21 Jan · It's the 25th Anniversary of Air's debut record Moon Safari, let's find out more about their creative process and how to sound like Air.
How to sound like Depeche Mode’s Never Let Me Down Again
18 Jan · Depeche Mode's Never Let Me Down Again was recently featured in the HBO series, The Last Of Us. We find out about the track's production.
A Journey into House: How to sound like Everything But The Girl
14 Jan · Everything But The Girl broke through as an electronic act in the mid-1990s. We check out some of their interesting gear choices.
Electronic pioneers: How to sound like The Chemical Brothers
31 Dec 2022 · One of the most respected duos in electronic music, The Chemical Brothers brought their hard-hitting style to the masses. We find out how!
AKAI APC Mini Mk2 and APC Key 25 Mk2: Facelift for the Ableton Controllers
15 Dec 2022 · AKAI has refreshed the APC Mini and APC Key 25 controllers for Ableton Live. What do the APC Mini Mk2 and APC Key 25 Mk2 have to offer?
Brighton Bigbeat: How to sound like Fatboy Slim
10 Dec 2022 · Celebrated DJ, producer, and remix artist, Fatboy Slim created his own brand of acid-infused breakbeat dance music. Let's find out how!
Nordic electronic pioneers: How to sound like Röyksopp
19 Nov 2022 · For a small-town electronic duo, Röyksopp had a major impact on the global music scene. We look at the instruments that made up their sound.
Is the new AKAI MPK Mini Plus the better KeyStep?
20 Oct 2022 · The new AKAI MPK Mini Plus goes head-to-head against the KeyStep 37 with a built-in sequencer, CV/Gate outputs, and more. Who will win this race?
AKAI Professional updates the LPK25 and LPD8 mini controllers
30 Sep 2022 · After 13 years, AKAI has decided that it was time to refresh the compact LPK25 and LPD8 controllers with a new keyboard, new pads, and a new look.
How to sound like: Depeche Mode 1987-1990
24 Sep 2022 · Depeche Mode is one of the most successful independent acts of all time. We check out the gear choices on some of their iconic tracks.
The Best Grooveboxes for Beat Creation and Live Performance
26 Aug 2022 · Looking to stay creative while traveling, or simply to step outside your DAW? We check out the best grooveboxes for crafting beats.
AKAI MPC Key 61 Review: The MPC is a proper synth now!
23 Jun 2022 · It’s official: AKAI has unleashed the MPC Key 61! Find out everything you need to know about the first MPC with a keyboard in our review.
How to get that old-school sampler sound
30 Apr 2022 · 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 2022 · 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.