Akai just released new versions of its MPC One sampler and MPC Key 37 workstation. Both of these gadgets were already extremely useful, but these refreshes bring in improved specs. To that end, they ...

Akai and Native Instruments are sort of like the Nintendo and Sega of music production. These long-time rivals offer many similar products, but some musicians get drawn to Akai's MPC workflow while ...

Akai Pro MPC One+: What is it? Having used Akai's MPC Live (Mks 1 and 2), MPC Keys 61, and flagship MPC X SE, the mysteries of the smallest MPC, the One, have eluded us until now. It's time to put ...

Akai's MPC is an iconic of electronic music, but while the sound might be achievable today, for the style you've had to step up to the plate with your own retro wardrobe as you hit its familiar pads.

Akai has two new MPCs for producers who would rather make the beat on hardware first and open the laptop later. The MPC One G2 and MPC Key 37 G2 are both standalone systems, meaning you can sample, ...