Akai MPC Key 61 - Music Production Centre Synthesizer Keyboard

Introducing the Akai Professional MPC Key 61, the revolutionary new standalone production synthesizer keyboard powering the next chapter of the MPC legacy. Building on the history of powerful sequencing and revolutionary sampling, MPC Key 61 adds the most advanced next-generation virtual instruments and effects to MPC, adding to its arsenal of industry-leading music production tools. And now, with the addition of a 61-key semi-weighted keybed with aftertouch, the MPC experience ascends to an unprecedented level of creative interaction and expression, delivering the world’s most powerful and complete standalone workflow.

Inside MPC Key 61, experience a new dimension of sound like never before. Powered by 25 plugin instrument engines at your fingertips, and with over 6000 cutting-edge presets, MPC Key 61 delivers the most modern-day sound pallet ever programmed in a production synthesizer. Each plugin instrument features advanced synthesis, deep parameter editing, and modern effects developed for a truly inspiring musical experience—all designed with a fast and vibrant touch interface for an intuitive and compelling workflow. Immerse yourself in a world of sound.

Features:

• Expressive Keybed with aftertouch
• Vibrant 7” Color Touch Screen with Multi Touch & Gestures
• Sounds Button for Fast Browsing
• 25 Cutting-edge Instrument Plugins
• Powerful 128 Track Midi Sequencer
• Assignable Touch Strip Controller
• 16 RGB Velocity-Sensitive MPC Drum Pads with Note Repeat
• 2 Mic/Line Inputs with high-end preamps
• Audio Interface with high-quality AD/DA converters
• Accepts Class Compliant Audio Interfaces and MIDI devices
• Onboard Wi-Fi/Bluetooth
• 4 Assignable Q Link Controller knobs
• 4GB Ram / Quad Core ARM Processor / 32 GB Internal Storage
• Pitch Bend/Modulation Wheels
• Dedicated Transport Section
• 4 Discrete Line Outputs
• 8 Audio Tracks
• 8 CV/Gate Output Jacks for modular integration

Specifications

• Keys: 61 semi-weighted, full-size keys with aftertouch
• Pads: 16 x velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads, RGB-backlit, 8 x banks accessible via Pad Bank buttons
• Controls: 4 x 360° touch-sensitive Q-Link knobs for parameter adjustment, 1 x Touch Strip multi-function 5.5" (140 mm) touch-capacitive controller with LED indicators, 360° encoder for display navigation and selection via push, 2 x Pitchbend and Mod Wheel, 3 x 270° knobs for gain, mix & level adjustment
• Buttons: 44 x dedicated-function buttons
• Display Dimensions (Diagonal): 6.9” / 176mm
• Display Dimensions (W x H): 5.9” x 3.7” / 150mm x 93mm
• Memory: RAM 4 GB, Internal storage 32 GB (user storage, 13 GB pre-installed content), 4 GB (MPC operating system), 15+ GB free-space for user storage, expandable via SATA connections
• Power: Via IEC (Included), Auto Switching Internal Power Supply (100-240v)
• Connections: 2 x XLR+1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS inputs (Input 1/2), 4 x 1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS outputs (2 stereo pairs), 1/4” (6.35 mm) stereo headphone output, 1 x 5-pin MIDI input, 1 x 5-pin MIDI output, 1 x 5-pin MIDI thru, 8 x 1/8” (3.5 mm) CV/Gate outputs, Ethernet Network port, USB Type-A ports, 1 x USB Type-B port
• Other Controls: 2 x Line | Instrument switches, +48v Phantom Power switch, 1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS Footswitch jacks (Sustain + FS2)(Variable and switch compatible), 1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS Expression Pedal input