Akai Professional MPC X SE Performance and Production Sampler Overview
Embodying 35 years of influential history in music production, the Akai Professional MPC X SE Performance and Production Sampler is a nostalgic nod to the iconic MPC60 while boasting cutting-edge features and capabilities.
Step into a world where vintage charm meets modern innovation with Akai Professional MPC X SE, a member of the best-selling MPC series.
The MPC X SE is a powerful standalone music production centre and sampler designed for music producers, beatmakers, electronic musicians and DJs looking to incorporate live sampling and sequencing into their studio or live performances.
The Akai Professional MPC X SE pays homage to the past 35 years of the iconic MPC, a trailblazer in pattern-based music production. Featuring the original Akai colour scheme and font, the MPC X SE embodies the nostalgic charm of the MPC60 while incorporating state-of-the-art technology.
With increased memory, expansive internal storage and a comprehensive MPC Instrument Collection, the MPC X SE stands as the most formidable MPC to date.
A New Benchmark in Performance and Production
Harnessing the power of a quad-core processor and 4GB of RAM, the MPC X SE offers rapid load times and extended sampling capabilities for an ultra-efficient workflow.
Boasting 48GB of internal storage, this sampler ensures your extensive sound libraries are readily accessible. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity eliminate the need for cables, allowing high-speed data transfers and seamless integration with your studio setup.
Where Vintage Meets Modern
The MPC has long been a staple in recording studios, providing a backbone for dynamic music creation. The commemorative MPC X SE pays homage to its roots with its timeless colour scheme and retro logo, fusing past and present to inspire a new generation of music producers and beatmakers.
Your All-Encompassing Music Creation Hub
The Akai MPC X SE unifies your creative space, transforming your project studio into a contemporary music production suite. Control MIDI-enabled synthesizers and keyboards with 2 In, 4 Out MIDI I/O, or drive modular and Eurorack devices using eight 3.5mm TS output jacks.
Two USB-A host ports enable swift connections to storage devices, bus-powered USB controllers, MIDI expanders, class-compliant audio interface devices and more.
Capture and Create with Superior Sound Quality
Sample directly from vinyl turntables like the hip-hop greats and create pristine loops and samples with the MPC X SE’s upgraded 4GB of RAM. Two combination XLR-1/4" inputs provide immaculate audio from instruments, line-level devices and microphones, while phantom power accommodates large capsule condenser microphones for seamless integration into your MPC sessions.
Unparalleled Workflow and Flexibility
he MPC X SE prioritises an intuitive workflow, merging the classic MPC approach with ample connections for wired devices, independent audio outputs and wireless Ableton Link 3 functionality over Wi-Fi. Extended sessions are a breeze, thanks to the adjustable 10.1" multi-gesture touch display that ensures comfort during those unrelenting moments of inspiration.
Inspiring Instruments and Effects
The MPC X SE boasts an extraordinary array of cutting-edge plugin instruments, providing users with a diverse sonic palette to craft original melodies. Explore over 25 instruments, including the Fabric XL synthesizer and Stage EP keyboards, for a vast range of sounds from spacious pad synths to intricate grand pianos and more.
A selection of award-winning insert effect plugins from AIR Music Technology, as well as a world-class library of samples and sounds, further enrich the MPC X SE’s sonic capabilities.
Purchase an MPC X SE and get The Ultimate Bundle Free - between: March 13th — April 30th 2025!
- Standalone MPC - No Computer Required - Natively Powered by MPC 2 Software
- 48GB of Internal Storage (Over 16GB for User Storage)
- 4GB of RAM for Sampling and Recording
- MPC Plugin Instrument Collection Including Fabric XL Synthesizer Plugin
- 16 Touch-Capacitive Q-Links Knobs with OLED screens
- 8 outputs: Balanced 1⁄4-inch Jack
- Dual Headphone Outputs: 1⁄4-inch and 1⁄8-inch
- 2 Full-Size MIDI Inputs, 4 Full-Size MIDI Outputs
- 8 Configurable CV/Gate Outputs Enabling the Analog Control
- 10.1-inch Full-Colour Multi-Gesture Touch Display
- Also acts as a control surface for MPC 2 Software for Mac & PC (Included)
- 66 buttons for direct, hardware access to all MPC2 Software Functions of Modular Devices
- 16GB of On-board Storage including 10GB of Premium Sound Content
- User-expandable 2.5-inch SATA drive connector (SSD or HDD)
- 2 USB-A 3.0 Slots for Class-Compliant MIDI Controllers, Audio Interface Devices, Thumb Drives, and More
- SD Card Slot for Loading Samples and Projects
- Over 100 Insert Effect Plugins from AIR Music Technology Including AIR Stutter
- 4 Selectable Inputs: (2) XLR /1⁄4-inch Combo Jacks with switchable Phantom Power, (2) 1/4-inch TRS Jacks, (2) Instrument Level 1⁄4-inch Jacks, Turntable RCA Input w/ Ground
- Iconic Retro Colourway
- Pads:
- - (16) velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads, RGB-backlit
- - (8) banks accessible via Pad Bank buttons
- Knobs:
- - (16) 360° touch-sensitive Q-Link knobs for parameter adjustment
- - (1) 360° encoder for display navigation and selection via push
- - (7) 270° knobs for gain, mix & level adjustment
- Buttons:
- - (63) dedicated-function buttons
- Display:
- - 10.1” / 257 mm (diagonal) Full-color LED-backlit display with touch interface
- - 8.5” x 5.5” / 216 x 139 mm (width x height)
- Memory:
- - Processor: Quad-core ARM® processor
- - RAM: 4 GB
- - Storage: 48 GB (over 16 GB available for user storage)
- Power: via power adapter (19 V, 3.42 A, center-positive, included)
- Connections:
- - (2) XLR+1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS inputs (Input 1/2)
- - (2) 1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS inputs (Input 3/4: 1 stereo pair)
- - (2) 1/4” (6.35 mm) TS instrument inputs (Inst 1/2)
- - (2) RCA inputs (Input 3/4: 1 stereo pair, phono- or line-level)
- - (2) 1/4” (6.35 mm) TS footswitch inputs (FS 1/2)
- - (2) 5-pin MIDI inputs
- - (8) 1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS outputs (Main L/R, Outputs 3/4–7/8: 4 stereo pairs)
- - (4) 5-pin MIDI outputs
- - (8) 1/8” (3.5 mm) CV/Gate outputs
- - (1) 1/4” (6.35 mm) stereo headphone output
- - (1) 1/8” (3.5 mm) stereo headphone output
- - (2) USB Type-A ports
- - (1) USB Type-B port
- - (1) SD card slot
- - (1) power adapter input
- Dimensions:
- - 19.9” x 16.7” x 3.4” / 50.5 x 42.4 x 8.7 cm (display flat)
- - 19.9” x 15.3” x 8.4” / 50.5 x 38.8 x 21.4 cm (display upright)
- Weight:
- - 12.57 lbs. / 5.66 kg
- Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.
- 11 x PLUGINS / EFFECTS INCLUDED: Jura, Sub Factory, Mini D, Flavor Pro, Soft Clipper, Flex Beat, Ring The Alarm, Jura Chorus, Delay Pro, Multiband Filterbank, MPC Stems.
- 20 x EXPANSIONS INCLUDED: Neo Sunset, Pad Thai Vol. 1, Rawcuts, Rawcutz Premiere Beats Trap Soul R&B, Dark Parallax Vol. 1, OB Rising, Chilled Trap Definitive 90s RnB, Future Dimensions, Hook City Trap ‘n’ Soul Tim Kelley Presents Vol. 1, Making Lo-Fi Beats Masterclass Urban Roulette, Vintage Provider, Urban Instruments, Soulful Instruments, Slow Trap & Ambient Lows, Pure Platinum, Drums That Knock.
- HOW IS THE FREE SOFTWARE RECEIVED? Customers simply connect their unit to WiFi or Ethernet and sign in to their existing or new inMusic profile directly on the device. The unit will then be checked for eligibility, and once approved, the promotional bundle will be deposited directly into the user’s profile.
- HOW IS THE FREE SOFTWARE INSTALLED? Customers must log into their inMusic profile from the MPC standalone hardware to download and activate the plugin instruments. MPC Expansion packs must be transferred using an external USB / SSD drive via a desktop computer.
- The Free Promotion is between: March 13th — April 30th 2025!
