Akai Professional MPC Live III Standalone Music Production Center - Retro Edition

Sometimes inspiration strikes when you’re away from your studio—that’s where the Akai Professional MPC Live III standalone music production center - Retro Edition comes alive. As the latest evolution of the MPC legacy, this next-generation standalone music production center combines sampling, sequencing and live performance tools in a portable unit, complete with built-in mic, stereo monitors and a rechargeable battery. The Retro Edition adds a classic vintage-inspired finish that pays homage to the iconic MPC heritage while delivering the same cutting-edge workflow beneath the hood. Powered by an 8-core processor with 8GB of RAM, it delivers seamless handling of up to 32 plug-in tracks and 16 audio tracks. Meanwhile, the debut of Akai’s expressive MPCe pads with 3D-sensing technology, a responsive Touch Strip for real-time effects and modulation, and the latest MPC3 OS with Pro Stems separation and clip launching set a new benchmark for creativity on the go. Far beyond a beatmaking tool, the MPC Live III is a fully realized production powerhouse that’s ready to shape your ideas from first spark to finished track.