{"product_id":"akai-professional-mpc-sample-standalone-sampler-sequencer-gray","title":"Akai Professional MPC Sample Standalone Sampler \u0026 Sequencer - Gray","description":"\u003cp\u003eDecades of beatmaking have been shaped by the MPC—its pads, workflow and sound etched into the routines of producers working in bedrooms, studios, clubs and festivals. That legacy carries forward in the Akai Professional MPC Sample, a compact sampler, sequencer and effects processor inspired by units such as the original MPC60 and MPC3000. The MPC Sample workstation preserves the hands-on, pad-driven experience while adding a full-color display, internal speaker and built-in battery for sessions away from the desk. With over 100 kits onboard, intuitive sample chopping, real-time effects and seamless movement between sampling and sequencing, it keeps ideas flowing without interruption. Every control feels deliberate, every response immediate—grounding the creative process as ideas quickly take shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExpressive Pad Response and Hands-on Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorking directly with the 16 RGB-lit MPC pads, users will experience the difference between a static loop and a pattern that breathes. Each pad responds to velocity and aftertouch, allowing subtle finger movement to translate into dynamic performance detail. Even in extended finger-drumming sessions, the compact layout remains intuitive, while the built-in speaker provides immediate feedback. The result is a tactile workflow where physical interaction directly shapes the groove in real time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStreamlined Controls and Visual Feedback\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree real-time control knobs and a focused button layout keep editing direct without requiring deep menu navigation. The MPC Sample's full-color display keeps waveforms clearly visible, making sample chopping and time-stretching feel immediate and intuitive. From sample selection to pad assignment, effects adjustments and resampling, transitions happen fluidly—supporting fast, uninterrupted creative decisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePortable Design With Integrated Sound Engine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MPC Sample pairs a durable aluminum chassis with a lightweight, travel-ready form factor suited for daily use. Internally, 2GB of RAM and a disc-streaming sample engine support responsive playback, while the built-in 3W speaker delivers clear monitoring without external gear. Across headphones or onboard playback, drums retain punch and sampled material maintains clarity, even as volume levels shift between environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBattery-Powered Operation and Real-World Durability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for mobility, the MPC Sample supports extended sessions with a rechargeable battery offering up to five hours of operation. The streamlined I\/O layout reduces setup complexity, making it easy to move between spaces without cable clutter. Whether set up in a practice room or carried in a backpack, the unit holds up to repeated transport while maintaining consistent performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudio and Connectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudio inputs: 2 x 1\/4\" TRS (mic\/line)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudio outputs: 2 x 1\/4\" TRS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadphone output: 1 x 1\/8\" TRS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMIDI I\/O: 1\/8\" TRS In\/Out (MIDI-through capability, adapter sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSync out: 1\/8\" TRS CV (configurable sync rates)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB port: USB Type-C (power and data, MIDI I\/O, audio in\/out, file transfer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal microphone: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in speaker: 3W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicroSD card slot: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExternal storage: microSD card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMemory and Storage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal storage: 8GB eMMC (approx. 2GB factory content)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRAM: 2GB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery: Internal rechargeable lithium-ion (approx. 5 hours continuous playback)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB-C powered: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"platonicsector","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52814535360824,"sku":null,"price":23500.0,"currency_code":"MKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/6980\/0248\/files\/M26895000001000-00-600x600_jpg.webp?v=1786936912","url":"https:\/\/platonicsector.com\/products\/akai-professional-mpc-sample-standalone-sampler-sequencer-gray","provider":"platonicsector","version":"1.0","type":"link"}