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Akai Professional MPC Live III Standalone Portable Music Production Center with MPCe Pads, Sequencer, Touchscreen, Mic, Stereo Monitors, Audio Interface, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Battery, Touchstrip

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Style: MPC Live 3


Features

  • The Most Powerful MPC to Date - Produce, record, mix & perform with no computer required; fully standalone, MPC Live III features an 8-core processor, expanded 8GB RAM, and MPC3 OS for ultra-fast workflow and pro-grade sound design
  • Expressive MPCe Pads - Play with 3D-sensing pads offering velocity, pressure & X/Y control for one-shot layers, seamless sample blending, note repeats & dynamic articulations-unlocking the most musical MPC ever
  • Pro Sequencing - Create live with a 16-step sequencer with function buttons for electronic production, performance touch-strip for real-time control and live clip looping for improvisation and beat performance
  • Built-In Studio Tools - Record anywhere with integrated mic, powerful stereo monitors for instant playback, rechargeable battery, plus 128GB internal storage expandable via SD or SSD for massive sample libraries
  • Unmatched Power - Lightning-fast 8-core processor with 8GB RAM, running MPC3 OS-load up to 32 plugin instances, 16 tracks, Super Timestretch, Pro Stems, enhanced CV Playground, clip-launching and more
  • Expanded Workflow - Includes MPC3 Pro Pack, a comprehensive feature expansion that takes your workflow to the next level with new AIR pro plugins: Reverb Pro, Visual EQ4, Fabric Select, Utility
  • Full Tactile Control - Performance touch-strip for dynamic real-time action, next-gen clip launch matrix for enhanced song arranging, 7" multi-touch display for uninterrupted flow-stay in the zone and in control
  • The Center of Your Music Production - Connect instruments, synths, and DAWs with USB-C, CV/Gate outputs, MIDI I/O, 2 combo XLR/TRS inputs, 6 TRS outputs, and audio interface functions for complete studio integration
  • Sounds for Hitmakers - Includes a brand-new factory sample library with over 1,000 MPC-ready drum kits and instruments, along with a collection of premium plugin instruments and a 2-month Splice access
  • Designed to Adapt - Whether youre programming beats, sampling grooves, layering stems, triggering clips, or sequencing a whole track from scratch, MPC Live IIIs got the range to keep up

Description

The most powerful Akai Professional MPC to date, the new MPC Live III is a flexible, expressive, fully standalone music production center designed to empower beatmakers, producers, and live performers. Ensuring immediate playability, endless experimentation, and precision recording, MPC Live III is the ultimate music production tool for creating professional beats anytime, anywhere.Building on the breakthrough features of MPC Live II, MPC Live III pushes the boundaries even further. Its intuitive sampling, sequencing, and effects make it an indispensable tool for modern music creation with no DAW or computer required. MPC Live III introduces innovative features, like ultra- responsive MPCe expressive pad technology, a powerhouse 16-step sequencer, and a dynamic performance touch-strip. Fueled by MPC3 OS, a 7" multi-touch display offers the iconic MPC workflow with new clip launching, song arranging, and studio effects, so you stay in the zone and in control.With USB-C connectivity, plus CV/Gate outputs, MPC Live III seamlessly integrates with external gear, modular synths, and DAWs. Its built-in microphone, powerful stereo monitors, audio interface, rechargeable battery, and XLR/TRS combo inputs make it a truly portable production center with 128GB of internal storage expandable via SSD or SD card.

Brand: Akai Professional


Connectivity Technology: USB


Special Feature: Backlit Drum Pad, Battery Powered, Compact, Digital Display, Integrated Speaker, Lightweight, Portable, Touch Sensitive Pad See more


Model Name: MPCLIVE3


Product Dimensions: 10.04"D x 17.16"W x 2.64"H


Connectivity Technology: USB


Additional Features: Backlit Drum Pad, Battery Powered, Compact, Digital Display, Integrated Speaker, Lightweight, Portable, Touch Sensitive Pad


Instrument Key: Any


Compatible Devices: Laptop, Tablet, Smartphone, Music Production Software, Modular Synths


Connector Type: USB


Hardware Interface: USB Type C


Keyboard Description: Touch Sensitive 3D Pads


Control Type: touch


Platform: Not Machine Specific


Human Interface Input: Touch Pad


Hardware Platform: PC/Mac


Instrument: Digital Audio Workstation


Control Method: Touch


Color: Black


Product Style: MPC Live 3


Brand Name: Akai Professional


Model Name: MPCLIVE3


Model Number: MPCLIVE3


Included Components: Power Adapter, Software Download Card, USB Cable, User Manual, Warranty Card


UPC: 694318026090


Manufacturer: inMusic Brands Inc.


Manufacturer Part Number: MPCLIVE3


Warranty Description: 1 year manufacturer.


Item Dimensions D x W x H: 10.04"D x 17.16"W x 2.64"H


Item Weight: 3.9 Kilograms


Material Type: Metal, Plastic


Frequently asked questions

If you place your order now, the estimated arrival date for this product is: Monday, Apr 27

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Top Amazon Reviews


  • It's akai... Of course it's good
Style: MPC Live 3
A review for the mpc live3? Really? Bro... Just get it if you have the money to spare.. Is it good? What type of question is that? Of course it's good. Don't waste your time reading this review and just get it
Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2026 by Raul

  • Wonderful
Style: MPC Live 3
It is an amazing machine as described
Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2026 by Ayisha Graham

  • MPC Live 3
Style: MPC Live 3
An amazing piece of equipment!!!
Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2026 by Ralph A Leivas

  • It's great
Style: MPC Live 3
Bought this for my son for Christmas this year and it counts for his birthday, too. He plays it all the time and really enjoys it
Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2026 by Kelly S.

  • Good, as advertised. A little quirky but I'm still learning how to use it.
Style: MPC Live 3
Good, as advertised.
Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2025 by Amazon Customer

  • Very powerful and compact
Style: MPC Live 3
Was very cool, very powerful
Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2026 by Felix Baez

  • Great box
Style: MPC Live 3
So much fun
Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2026 by michael parlato

  • Paid full price for an open box product that was re-taped.
Style: MPC Live 3
I would love to know why I paid full price for an open box product that was re-taped
Reviewed in the United States on January 9, 2026 by A. Darcey

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