Another highly regarded drum machine is the Akai MPC Live II. This standalone production unit combines the classic feel of Akai’s iconic MPC series with modern features and portability. With its touchscreen interface, robust sampling capabilities, and integrated effects, the MPC Live II empowers producers to create professional-quality beats and tracks on the go. Its seamless integration with popular DAWs and MIDI connectivity adds to its versatility, making it a go-to choice for many music creators.
KEY FEATURES:
PADS: (16) velocity and pressure-sensitive pads, RGB-backlit; (8) banks accessible via Pad Bank buttons.
KNOBS: (4) 360° touch-sensitive Q-Link Knobs; (4) Q-Link Knob columns accessible via Q-Link button; (1) 360° encoder for display navigation and selection via push.
BUTTONS: (27) dedicated function buttons; red, amber, or green backlit.
DISPLAY: 6.9” / 176 mm (diagonal).
5.9” x 3.7” / 150 x 93 mm (width x height) Full-color LED-backlit display with touch interface.
CPU: Quad-core ARM® processor.
RAM: 2 GB
