Akai MPC Key 61
Akai MPC Key 61 Features:
- 25 cutting-edge instrument plugins
- Expressive 61-key semi-weighted keybed with aftertouch
- Powerful 4gb RAM / Quad Core Arm Processor – no need for a computer
- 16 RGB velocity-sensitive MPC Drum Pads with aftertouch and Note Repeat
- Assignable Touch Strip controller
- 2 Mic/Line/Instrument inputs with high-end mic preamps
- Onboard Audio Interface with premium AD/DA converters
- Vibrant 7” colour Touch Screen with Multi-touch & Gestures
- Powerful 128 track MIDI sequencer
- Onboard Wi-Fi/Bluetooth
- 4 assignable Q-LINK Controller Knobs
- Pitch Bend/Modulation wheels
- Dedicated Transport section
- Accepts Class Compliant audio interfaces and MIDI devices
- 4 discrete Line outputs
- 8 audio tracks
- 8 CV/Gate output jacks for modular integration
- MPC2 Desktop Software DAW for Mac/PC included
Embracing the modern music producer, the Akai MPC Key 61 is Akai's first standalone production keyboard synthesiser. Combining the legend of MPC with a 61-key keyboard to harness the true power of sound! With velocity and aftertouch this 61-key, semi-weighted keybed is a powerful and versatile music creating tool! Featuring 25 impressive instrument plugins and over 100 state-of-the-art FX to bring your music productions to life and compliment a variety of music genres.
Create, interact and control with the onboard Touch Strip Controller, along with pitch bend and modulation wheels to add expression to your compositions. Including 16 RGB velocity-sensitive MPC Drum Pads with aftertouch and Note Repeat.
Akai MPC Key 61 Specifications:
- Keys: 61 semi-weighted, full-size keys with aftertouch
- Pads:
(16) velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads, RGB-backlit
(8) banks accessible via Pad Bank buttons - Knobs +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) Pitch Bend and Mod Wheel
(3) 270° knobs for gain, mix & level adjustment - Buttons: (44) dedicated-function buttons
- Display:
6.9” / 176 mm (diagonal)
5.9” x 3.7” / 150 x 93 mm (width x height)
Full-colour LED-backlit display with touch interface - Memory:
RAM 4 GB
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) XLR+1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS inputs (Input 1/2) (w/ XLR Mic Preamps)
(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 port - Other 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