The Akai MPC Live is a Groovebox / Sampler with a Standalone operation (MPC without computer), and computer supported via PC and Mac, Integrated lithium-ion...
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Description | Cyclone Analogic TT-303 Bass Bot V2 | Cyclone Analogic TT-303 Bass Bot V2 | Groovebox | Korg Electribe Sampler Red | Korg Electribe Blue | Korg Volca Beats | Akai MPC X | Analogue Drum Machine | Roland TR-8S | Music Production Station |
Waveforms | Sawtooth or square | Sawtooth or square | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Main out | 6.3 mm Jack | 6.3 mm Jack | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Stereo headphone output | 6.3 mm Jack | 6.3 mm Jack | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
VCO out | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Filter In | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
CV/Gate/Accent outputs | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Clock and Run/Stop outputs | 3.5 mm Jack, DIN-Sync compatible | 3.5 mm Jack, DIN-Sync compatible | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Outer dimensions (W x D x H) | 310 x 130 x 35 mm | 310 x 130 x 35 mm | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
PC features | Cyclone Studio application for PC & Mac enables Beat Bot software updates and user data backup & restore with MIDI SysEx transfer | Cyclone Studio application for PC and Mac that enables Drum Drone software updates and user data backup and restore with MIDI SysEx transfer | Cyclone Studio application for PC and Mac that enables Drum Drone software updates and user data backup and restore with MIDI SysEx transfer | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Dimensions (W x D x H) | 310 x 130 x 35 mm | 310 x 130 x 35 mm | 310 x 130 x 35 mm | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Weight | 783 g | 783 g | 783 g | 1.6 kg | 1.6 kg | 372 g | 5.66 kg | - | 2.1 kg | 1.6 kg |
Display | ||||||||||
Pads | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 |
Fader(s) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0 |
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Sampling Function | ||||||||||
Storage Medium | Internal | Internal | Internal | SD/SDHC Card | SD/SDHC Card | None | SD Card, HD | Internal | SD/SDHC Card | SD/SDHC Card |
MIDI interface | 1x In, 1x Out | 1x In, 1x Out | 1x In, 1x Out | 1x In, 1x Out | 1x In, 1x Out | 1x In | 2x In, 4x Out | 1x In, 1x Out | In, Out | 1x In, 1x Out |
USB | ||||||||||
Number of analog outputs | 8 | 8 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 2 |
Headphone Output | ||||||||||
Power supply | - | - | - | 6x AA battery or power adapter | 6x AA battery or power adapter | 6x AA battery or optional AC adapter (KA-350, not included) | - | - | - | 6x AA battery or power adapter |
Dimensions | - | - | - | 339 x 189 x 45 mm | 339 x 189 x 45 mm | - | - | 391 x 228 x 64 mm | 409 x 263 x 58 mm | 339 x 189 x 45 mm |
Colour | - | - | - | Metallic red | Metallic blue | - | - | - | - | Metallic red |
Headphone output | - | - | - | - | - | 3.5 mm mini | - | - | 6.3 mm | - |
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The Akai MPC Live is a Groovebox / Sampler with a Standalone operation (MPC without computer), and computer supported via PC and Mac, Integrated lithium-ion battery for mobile use, Full-colour 7" multi-touch display, 16 Backlit MPC pads, 5 Rotary control knobs, 16 GB internal memory (over 10 GB of sounds are included), Full-size SD card slot, 2.5" SATA connector for optional hard disk (SSD or HDD), MPC software can run on MPC X in standalone mode or, if connected to a computer, via PC and Mac, 64-Bit MPC software support for all versions (standalone, VST, AAX, and AU), Bluetooth 4.0, 2x Audio inputs, can be switched between 6.3 mm jack line level and RCA phono input with grounding terminal, 2x MIDI inputs and 2x MIDI outputs in standard size, 6x 6.3 mm Jack audio output, 1x 3.5 mm Headphone output, 2x USB-A 3.0 ports for USB sticks or MIDI controllers, Power supply connection with cable protection & Incl. power supply and MPC computer software (an internet connection for registration and possible downloads is required). The retail price is 812.58 £. Buy Akai MPC Live at Thomann UK.
MPC functions | Note Repeat, Swing, and Transport |
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MPC software, including | Audio track recording, realtime time stretch and pitch shift, optimised Q-Link control, and audio / MIDI drag and drop |
Supported audio formats | WAV, MP3, AIFF, REX, and SND |
Dimensions (W x D x H) | 424 x 224 x 69 mm |
Weight | 2.7 kg |
Display | Yes |
Pads | 16 |
Fader(s) | 0 |
Effects | Yes |
Sampling Function | Yes |
Storage Medium | SD Card, HD |
MIDI interface | 2x In, 2x Out |
USB | Yes |
Number of analog outputs | 6 |
Headphone Output | Yes |
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