The Akai Professional MPC Key 61 Production Synthesizer is a combination of the classic MPC design and a 61-key synthesizer keyboard. It is a comprehensive music production instrument, featuring a semi-weighted keybed with aftertouch and 16 RGB MPC drum pads. With 4GB of onboard RAM and a quad-core ARM processor, it offers easy navigation, recording, editing, and arranging of music. The original Akai MPC revolutionized modern music with its sampling capabilities and intuitive workflow, and the MPC Key 61 takes it to the next level.
This all-in-one music production solution allows you to interact with sound in multiple ways, using the pads, keybed, assignable touch strip controller, and the 7-inch color touch screen. It also includes an integrated audio interface with premium AD/DA converters for high-quality audio fidelity when using external gear. In addition, the bundle includes a pair of Shure SRH440A headphones, perfect for private practicing and monitoring.
The MPC Key 61 is designed to be used both in the studio and on stage. It features dual mic/line/instrument inputs with high-end mic preamps, allowing you to incorporate vocalists or instrumentalists into your performances. It also comes with 25 cutting-edge instrument plugins that can be used directly within the synthesizer, eliminating the need for a computer.
The MPC Key 61 offers a vast sound palette with its 25 studio-grade instrument plugins. These plugins cover a wide range of styles and sounds, from classic FM synthesis to meticulously multi-sampled acoustic instruments. It includes over 6000 sound presets, including iconic grand pianos, string sections, and cutting-edge synth engines like Fabric XL.
This standalone synthesizer features a weighted keybed and built-in WiFi/Bluetooth capabilities. It has 4GB of onboard RAM and a powerful quad-core ARM processor for quick navigation and optimized workflow. With a 128-track MIDI sequencer, you can create massive soundscapes and fully-fledged songs. The WiFi connectivity allows you to wirelessly sync your arrangements and sounds across multiple applications.
The MPC Key 61 incorporates the classic MPC pad design with velocity-sensitive backlit pads on the main control panel. These pads can be used for chopping samples, finger-drumming, creating melodies, and more. The aftertouch and note repeat functionality allow for even more expressive playing and rhythmic possibilities. The touch strip controller enables you to interact with sound and effects by swiping your finger across it.
This synthesizer also functions as an audio interface and features a 7-inch color touch screen for easy navigation. It has high-quality mic preamps and versatile connectivity options, including CV/gate outputs for modular/synth gear. The MPC Key 61 comes with MPC2 desktop DAW software for use with PC/Mac.
The accompanying Shure SRH440A headphones provide a balanced frequency response and reference-grade sound quality. They are designed for accurate audio across the full frequency range, making them great for mixing and audio editing. The closed-back circumaural design offers comfort and minimizes background noise. These headphones also feature a detachable cable and a gold-plated adapter for compatibility with various gear.
The Akai Professional MPC Key 61 Production Synthesizer is a comprehensive music production tool with versatile features and high-quality sound. Paired with the Shure SRH440A headphones, it offers a complete solution for musicians, producers, and audio engineers. It is the ultimate portable studio, combining powerful performance capabilities with ease of use.
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