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Akai MPC Key 37 Standalone Production Keyboard

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MPCKEY37XEUK
£749.00

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Quick overview

The Akai Professional MPC Key 37 combines the acclaimed MPC workflow with a compact keyboard, providing everything needed to create beats, bass and synth lines, dissect samples, and compose whole tracks without a computer.

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The Akai Professional MPC Key 37 combines the acclaimed MPC workflow with a compact keyboard, providing everything needed to create beats, bass and synth lines, dissect samples, and compose whole tracks without a computer. MPC Key 37 has a collection of Akai plug-ins, over 100 onboard effects, and wireless integration with Splice. This is all controlled by 16 iconic MPC pads, a 37-note synth-action keyboard, a 7" touch screen, and four real-time Q-link encoders. MPC Key 37 can also be the focal point of your independent studio, featuring MIDI I/O, 4 TRS CV jacks (8 TS outputs with breakout adapters), Bluetooth® MIDI, and Ableton Link, or connect to your computer and operate the MPC software as a plug-in within your preferred DAW.

SOUND

The MPC Key 37 comes preloaded with a range of sounds and samples from Akai MPC's popular plugins. You can enjoy eight plugin instruments like Hype, Odyssey, Mellotron and more, along with over 8GB of production-ready samples and drum kits, offering more than 1000 presets that are ready to use. Each plugin instrument is equipped with advanced synthesis, deep parameter editing, and effects that help you to create the perfect sounds for your productions. With 32GB of internal storage and the option to expand your sample and instrument library through SD card and USB, you have enough space to go in any musical direction that you want.

EFFECTS

MPC Key 37 is the ultimate solution for producing and mixing music that sounds professional and captivating. With its arsenal of over 100 studio-quality effects, you can add depth and character to your tracks. From lush Reverb & Delay effects to vintage-style compressors and limiters, MPC Key 37 has everything you need to enhance your music. Its cutting-edge vocal FX plugins will also help you create unique sounds that will make your music stand out from the crowd.

CONNECTIVITY 

The MPC Key 37 has a synth action keybed with aftertouch, pitch, and modulation wheels. The keyboard action is intended to offer a responsive feel for players and producers, whether they're recording basslines or rocking out synth leads. The 16 velocity-sensitive RGB pads are the same as those found on the award-winning MPC One+, allowing you to use the acclaimed MPC Time Correct, Swing, and Quantize functions that inspire top producers worldwide. The 7" multi-touch display and four Q-Link knobs allow for precise control and rapid access to the settings you want.

DAW INTEGRATION

The MPC Key 37 comes with a 2 In, 2 Out USB audio/MIDI interface, which enables you to directly record audio and MIDI from your computer. Additionally, the MPC2 software is a standalone DAW that can be used on both Mac and PC. It provides the same functionality and control as the hardware, but can handle limitless tracks. The MPC2 software is also available as a VST/AU plug-in for renowned DAWs such as Ableton, FL Studio, Logic, Pro Tools, Studio One, and more.

  • Iconic MPC standalone production center in a new 37 note keyboard form 
  • Beat making workflow, sampling engine, sequencer, plug-in synths and onboard plug-in effects 
  • Over 10 GB of sounds and instruments from Akai's worldclass MPC plug-ins and Xpansion library 
  • Over 100 onboard high-quality studio quality effects and processors 
  • 37 note synth-action key-bed with aftertouch
  • Separate pitch and modulation wheels 
  • 16 RGB Velocity/Pressure Sensitive MPC Drum Pads with poly aftertouch and 16 Levels 
  • 7” Colour touch screen with multi-touch & gestures
  • 4 assignable Q Link knobs 
  • 2 x MIDI I/O and 8x CV/Gate outputs (via 4 TRS jacks) 
  • Sample and capture audio using the onboard line-level Inputs 
  • Download, plug-in and connect directly to Splice using the on-board Wi-Fi for wireless data transfer and updates 
  • Import large files and expand your disk space with the SD Card Reader
  • Expand MPC KEY 37 with the Desktop MPC software, or use as a plug-in within your existing DAW 
  • MPC KEY 37 can be connected to your computer as a 2in 2out USB audio interface with MIDI I/O

Akai and Native Instruments Partnership

Akai and Native Instruments partner together to provide further offerings for MPC users. Read on to find out more about the benefits of the collaboration.

Akai+NI partnership

What’s New in MPC3

MPC3 OS brings a complete overhaul to the iconic MPC workflow and interface, delivering a fresh, enhanced music-making experience for all standalone MPC users.

Packed with an extensive range of new features, updates, and enhancements, MPC3 takes your creativity to the next level with a faster, more intuitive workflow. This latest update introduces powerful additions such as Enhanced Main Mode, Linear Song Arranger, Studio Mixer, Advanced Keygroups, XL Channel Strip, and much more—designed to optimise your creative process and streamline your production.

Now Featuring Native Instruments Expansions & Instruments

MPC3 takes a giant leap forward by integrating Native Instruments' acclaimed Play Series plugin instruments and Expansion Series libraries, expanding your creative potential like never before.

The MPC Edition Play Series instruments offer exceptional sound quality in an easy-to-use format, featuring a variety of thoughtfully crafted presets and intuitive controls. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned producer, these instruments provide the versatility to bring your musical ideas to life effortlessly.

Additionally, MPC Edition Expansions deliver expertly curated sounds, kits, and presets tailored to specific genres—whether you are crafting soulful hip-hop beats or diving into dub techno, these expansions give you everything you need to create with confidence.

Step into the future of music production with MPC3.

Akai Professional Introduces MPC Stems

Enhance your creative workflow with the introduction of MPC Stems from Akai Professional which allows creators to separate stems within the MPC Series driven by MPC 2 Desktop Software. MPC Stems separates the individual elements of a track into drums, music, vocals and bass.

Akai’s MPC stems can be used to inspire creativity and provide a speedy workflow that still generates high-quality sounding results. Direct control of stem layers can be carried out using pads including volume adjustment, pan, pitch, start and end point.

MPC Stems is compatible with MPC Live, MPC Live2, MPC X, MPC XSE, MPC One, MPC One+, MPC Key 37, MPC Key 61, MPC Studio Mk2 when in controller mode. The MPC 2 desktop software needs to be running version 2.14 or higher.

  • Dimensions: 75 x 43.9 x 17.4 cm

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