MPCs influenced the history of hip-hop significantly, for they are best know for their capability to aid you during the creation of Dope Ass Beats (DAB). In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to make a ...

Has there ever been a totally standalone MPC that’s been priced under $1,000? The MPC Touch that was released five years ago seemed like it was going to be the winner – but it still required a ...

In this episode of the Standalone Challenge, Akai link up with Grammy-award winning producer Zaytoven (Gucci Mane, Migos, Drake, Future). Watch as one of the main architects of the Trap sound, creates ...

Akai Pro MPC One+: What is it? Having used Akai’s MPC Live (Mks 1 and 2), MPC Keys 61, and flagship MPC X SE, the mysteries of the smallest MPC, the One, have eluded us until now. It’s time to put ...

The One trims the full MPC experience down to sit at a more affordable price point, making only a few, largely acceptable, compromises along the way. New instruments in 2.11 sound exceptional and ...

Akai's MPC is an iconic of electronic music, but while the sound might be achievable today, for the style you've had to step up to the plate with your own retro wardrobe as you hit its familiar pads.