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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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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 - MPC Live III includes a brand-new factory sample library including over 1,000 MPC-ready drum kits and instruments, along with a collection of premium plugin instruments
  • 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


Item Weight: 8.6 pounds


Product Dimensions: 10.04 x 17.16 x 2.64 inches


Item model number: MPCLIVE3


Batteries: 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included)


Date First Available: October 2, 2025


Color Name: Black


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


Connector Type: USB Type C, XLR, TRS


Hardware Interface: USB Type C


Supported Software: Ableton Live


Instrument Key: Any


Size: Einheitsgröße


Battery type: Lithium Ion


Hardware Platform: PC/Mac


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    • Very powerful, preloads should cover less techno
Style: MPC One+
I know drum machines and DAWs pretty well, but I am songwriter, guitarist, bassist, and singer, not so much into pure electronic dance music (techno, house,...). But I love Kraftwerk, New Order, ..., Depeche Mode, which was the reason to buy this instead of a standalone drum machine (to sprinkle in sequencer and keyboard support). This is an excellent and very powerful standalone version of a DAW/Midi controller/Sequencer/sampler, and goes far beyond a drum machine (while covering it more than sufficiently). The sound quality and number of features is impressive, and one realizes quickly that Akai really understands what musicians need and could use (even more exotic functions). I was positively shocked that one for instance can add to each drum sound or sample up to four independent effects (from a great selection). Once knowing how to find your way around, it is so much faster than working on a computer. The ease of use becomes greater and greater thanks to the multitude of ways/combinations of using the touch screens, buttons, and dials. But only if one is familiar with terminologies and the tasks involved, which takes a while - since there are so many ways to accomplish a task. A few terms are unique and unusual when comparing to the usual DAW industry terms, but it's not a big deal. If you buy this as a beginner, this technology requires in general some intense learning, so do not expect that much can be done 'plug-n-play' unless one is a quick learner and understands the used terms quickly. Tutorials on Akai and Youtube are plentiful, and many are very good. Unfortunately, the user interface on many videos is different from mine, maybe since I am using an updated version of the software, so this complicated things a bit for me until I played with the menu and features. Here two little concerns: 1) Sampler and sound editors are included that can sample up to 20 min. So, in theory, one could write an entire song with bass, guitar, vocals as samples/tracks, and then arrange a song, but I frankly haven't seen any tutorials on this. Probably since mixing/mastering is still best done with a DAW using plugins and VSTs that are specialized and more powerful. I assume it is possible to actually do an entire song, and the memory/processor powers should in theory be sufficient to do so. But also see my 2nd point. 2) The preloaded samples, instruments, and sounds are mostly for modern and 100% electronic music. There are only a few complete (acoustic) drum kits preloaded (or classics like TR808, TR909). But pages over pages dance/house/hip hop/... kits with 6-7 drum sounds (1-2 kicks, 1-2 snares, 1 handclap, open/closed hihat, maybe 1-2 toms or a cymbal) and 8+ samples of some synthesizer sounds, vocal bits as heard on rave parties, etc. So, Akai targeted a certain clientele in my opinion, and somehow tried to 'lure' people who like to copy/make some dance music with a few clicks of a button. This is not meant to be critical, but the machine can do so much more. It for instance could easily double as a live recording device out of the mixer, or for rehearsal recordings. I definitely plan to use it for songwriting and publishing. I know that I will have to import a few more drum kits, and find a few more instruments to cover my style of music, which is alternative e-rock/e-pop based on early 80ies sounds. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2025 by Tom
    • Easy to use
Style: MPC One+
Still learning it but it’s a great addition to my audio studio equipment
Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2025 by kyron brown
    • Great product
Style: MPC One+
It’s a great way to make ideas come to life.
Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2025 by kameron kennedy
    • Great workflow for getting ideas out quickly
Style: MPC One+
This thing is really good at getting your beats and ideas down. Very responsive, and fast. Easy enough to record a sample, or import one, and chop it up, slow it down, whatever you need to do with it. I am still learning my way around it, but it is very intuitive to use. People say that it is a daw in a box, and it is that, and more. It’s just got a different workflow compared to the daw’s I have used in the past, but not very difficult to learn. I have yet to try and piece together a full song on it, but I will update my review if need be. If you’re on the fence definitely get one. They are great. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2025 by Rachel-Liz Anderson
    • This is a "Must Investigate" musical device
Style: MPC One+
After half a year, this continues to be the bargain electronic device of all time. New to MPC's of any form, this is an iconic music producing device. It is a complex product, requiring only a modest effort on your part to draw out a myriad of musical possibilities. There is extraordinary teaching/learning support documentation available and an infinite number of professional quality add-ons that you will never outgrow. MPC ONE+ is exceptional if you already own a MIDI controller. Multiple alternative forms of the MPC are available. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2025 by TheReviewerSpewer
    • AWESOME MACHINE!!!
Style: MPC One+
It is such a great difference and upgrade from my Korg DDD-1 which I have had for over 30 years. The touch screen makes everything so detailed and precise that making beats on here is so easy that I can teach my youngest child how to use it. It’s a lot of fun to use, so much fun I brought one for my cousin as a gift and he’s in love with it! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2025 by DJ TX2
    • Great drums and sample pad
Style: MPC One+
Amazing drums! They changes the software after i just started getting use to it……doh!…… but started getting the hang of it again..
Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2025 by Los Perez
    • Atrocious quality control
Style: MPC One+
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I ordered the first on Dec 30. Then it arrived on Jan 2. When I plug my earphone to the monitor jack, when then volume is low, I only hear sound from the left side. As I increase the volume it slowly goes back to center, but the volume is already too high. I requested replacement the next day. In the meantime I connected it to my spare audio interface and continued exploring, which works fine (I asked customer service and they said it's okay to keep using it while waiting for the replacement item). Today my replacement item arrived. It has an even worse issue that I can't workaround. The drum pads are too stiff that I literally feels pain in my fingers if I want them to trigger. I tried sensitivity and threshold settings and they didn't help much (if at all). I then compared the two I have at hand and apparently they used different materals on the two units. The first one I got was actually a newer unit I believe since the serial number starts with A124, while the other one starts with A123. I'm not sure if it's an issue with quality control or they just upgraded the material, but the one I got is just terrible. No. For a $700 machine, this pisses me off. Goodbye AKAI. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2025 by Kenneth Zhao Kenneth Zhao

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