Akai MPC KEY 61 Standalone Keyboard Workstation
Unleash the Power of Sound with the Akai Professional MPC Key 61, a groundbreaking standalone production synthesizer keyboard that redefines the MPC legacy. Combining advanced sequencing, sampling, and next-generation virtual instruments and effects, the MPC Key 61 offers an unparalleled music production experience. Featuring a 61-key semi-weighted keybed with aftertouch, it elevates creative interaction and expression to new heights. Breaking Sound Barriers: With 25 plugin instrument engines and over 6000 cutting-edge presets, the MPC Key 61 delivers a vast modern sound palette. Each plugin instrument boasts advanced synthesis, deep parameter editing, and modern effects for an inspiring musical journey. Keys to Expression: Experience dynamic control with the expressive semi-weighted keybed and aftertouch, designed to infuse every performance with inspiration and precision. Plugin to a World of Effects: Explore over 100 state-of-the-art effects for mixing and mastering, including lush reverbs, punchy compressors, and modern vocal FX plugins for creative sound design. Perfect Tune & Harmony: Record and mix vocals with the onboard high-end preamps and modern vocal tuning FX, adding depth and character to your compositions. Touch Strip for Hands-on Control: The assignable Touch Strip Controller and capacitive real-time Q-Link controls offer endless creative possibilities, allowing you to bend, warp, and manipulate sounds in real-time. Dynamic Expression: Enhance your compositions with dedicated Pitch Bend and Modulation Wheels, adding depth and dimension to your keyboard parts. Experience the future of music production with the Akai Professional MPC Key 61—a versatile and powerful synthesizer keyboard designed to inspire creativity at every turn. 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 integrationKey SpecsKeys 61 semi-weighted, full-size keys with aftertouchPads (16) velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads, RGB-backlit (8) banks accessible via Pad Bank buttonsKnobs + Performance Controls (4) 360° touch-sensitive Q-Link knobs for parameter adjustment (1) Touch Strip multi-function 5.5" (140 mm) touch-capacitive controller with LED indicators 360° encoder for display navigation and selection via push (2) Pitchbend and Mod Wheel (3) 270° knobs for gain, mix & level adjustmentButtons (44) dedicated-function buttonsDisplay 6.9” / 176 mm (diagonal) 5.9” x 3.7” / 150 x 93 mm (width x height) Full-color LED-backlit display with touch interfaceMemory 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 connectionsPower Via IEC (Included) Auto Switching Internal Power Supply (100-240v)Connections (2) XLR+1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS inputs (Input 1/2) (4) 1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS outputs (2 stereo pairs) 1/4” (6.35 mm) stereo headphone output (1) 5-pin MIDI input (1) 5-pin MIDI output (1) 5-pin MIDI thru (8) 1/8” (3.5 mm) CV/Gate outputs Ethernet Network port USB Type-A ports (1) USB Type-B portOther Controls (2) 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