Akai MPCX SE Standalone Music Production Centre

Akai MPCX SE Standalone Production Machine is the next generation of production hardware from Akai and they have certainly pulled out all the stops with these amazing bit of kit. Not only is this now standalone meaning no need to use a computer anymore but Akai have also added some pretty cool things like, CV ouptuts, audio track recording, clip launching and the all new MPC Software.

It's like having a mini computer without actually having one, this powerful bit of hardware has a built in touch to make things easier when navigating through those in-depth settings to get the sound you want! Production hardware has now changed for the better....

Immersive Production

MPC doesn’t just complement your workflow, it enhances it. With MPC X SE the convenience of touchscreen control, full-featured functionality and standalone capability fuses with Akai Professional’s iconic velocity- and pressure-sensitive RGB 16-pad format. The result? Immersive, self-contained production and performance solutions meticulously designed for unprecedented creative expression without limitation.

Control Evolved

Precision engineered to enhance your creative flow, the MPC X SE’s arsenal of hardware controls redefines the studio centrepiece standard. 16 velocity- and pressure-sensitive backlit RGB pads provide iconic MPC response, faithfully capturing every subtle nuance of your performance. 16 touch-sensitive 360-degree Q-Links with OLED displays seamlessly map to critical parameters, with user-selectable mapping
functionality for a completely personalised experience. 66 buttons provide direct hardware access to all aspects of the user interface, catering for any workflow preference.

Studio Centrepiece

The MPC X SE forms the beating heart of your creativity, offering harmonious integration with your existing setup thanks to an ensemble of studio-grade inputs and outputs. 8 balanced outputs connect to virtually all peripheral studio equipment for uncompromised signal routing and monitoring capability. Plus, a combination of XLR, ¼-inch high-Z, balanced ¼-inch, and Turntable RCA inputs, plus switchable phantom power (+48v), direct hardware monitoring, interactive VU metering, dual ¼-inch & 1/8-inch headphone outputs and pristine high-resolution capture ensures rapid assimilation into your setup and an unprecedented production experience.

Radiant Display

Centre-stage on the MPC X SE is a high-definition, full colour 10.1-inch fully articulating multi-touch display, conveniently outfitted with 8 lockable positions. Immersive yourself in a world of intuitive gesture based control of your production on the largest screen ever fitted to an MPC to date.

Fully Loaded

Whether you prefer working in the box or dream of a truly unleashed production experience, MPC X SE effortlessly transforms from a formidable standalone production centre to a high-powered MIDI controller. Natively powering MPC in standalone mode is MPC 2.0 Software, fully loaded with critical in-demand production and performance capability. Connect MPC X to your Mac or PC, load MPC software as a plugin into your DAW of choice - or as a standalone application - and harness the undeniable power and
creative scope of VST-instruments and effects. Whatever your preference, MPC X redefines expectations for control, seamlessly accommodating the most stringent of needs with ease.

Add More Storage

As standard MPC X SE ships with 48GB of internal Micro SD storage. Seeking to incorporate your own samples without tethering to a computer? MPC X features a 2.5” SATA drive connector providing expanded storage via external hard drive – SSD or HDD. Additionally, sounds can be accessed and added to the library using the built-in SD Card slot or the USB thumb drive.

All products shown online are BRAND NEW and sealed (unless otherwise specified) and include full manufacturer warranties.

• Brand : Akai
• Audio Interface : Yes
• Stand Alone Operation : No
• Sampler : Yes
• Drum Pads : Yes
• MIDI Compatible : Yes
• Works As A VST : Yes
• Built-in Sequencer : Yes

Technical Specs

- Standalone MPC – no computer required
- 10.1” full-color multi-touch display
- Also acts as a control surface for MPC 2.0 software
- 16 Touch-capacitive Q-Link controls with OLED displays
- Turntable (RCA) inputs with ground peg
- 48GB of on-board storage (over 10GB of sound content included)
- User-expandable 2.5” SATA drive connector (SSD or HDD)
- 2 MIDI inputs, 4 MIDI Outputs
- 8 configurable CV/Gate outputs for the analog control of modular gear, such as classic synths
- 2 USB-A 3.0 slots for thumb drives or MIDI controllers
- Ableton Link and WiFi will be supported in future updates