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Akai Pro Unveils Portable MPC Sample Sampler for Mobile Music Production

digital · 2026-03-25

Akai Pro has launched the MPC Sample, a compact, retrofuturistic device designed for on-the-go DJ sets and music creation. This standalone sampler, sequencer, and effects processor features an embedded speaker, built-in microphone, and a rechargeable battery offering up to five hours of use. It includes over 100 drum kits and 60 effect types, with a design inspired by the 1988 MPC60, including a grid of 16 RGB-lit pads, a full-color display, and hands-on controls. The device allows users to record, chop, loop, and arrange sounds without a computer, targeting both beginners and experienced musicians for portable production.

Key facts

  • Akai Pro released the MPC Sample, a portable sampler for mobile DJ sets.
  • The device has a built-in speaker, microphone, and battery lasting up to five hours.
  • It includes over 100 factory drum kits and 60 onboard effect types.
  • Design is based on the 1988 MPC60, with a 4x4 pad grid and RGB lighting.
  • It enables standalone music production without a computer, aimed at beginners and pros.

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Institutions

  • Akai Pro

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