Akai MPC Sample

For nearly 40 years, MPCs have shaped the sound and culture of modern music production. We made MPC Sample to carry this legacy forward, bringing the art of sampling to a whole new generation of creatives. Compact and intuitive, this innovative instrument—equal parts idea generator and production station—invites you to experience the iconic MPC workflow in a format unlike any other.

FEATURES

• Built-in Speaker

• USB-C powered with internal rechargeable lithium-ion battery (5 hours)

• Instant Sample Chop Mode

• Internal microphone

• 4 internal effects processors with dedicated knob control 

• SD Card Mac/PC File Transfer via USB-C

• Real-Time Timestretch/RePitch

• 16 RGB backlit MPC pads with poly aftertouch in a smaller format

• Onboard sequencer

• Internal Resampling with FX

• 60 onboard effect types

• 3 real-time control/effects knobs

• microSD card storage for user samples

• Legacy MPC parameter slider

• Headphones - 1/8" TRS

• New master compressor with retro color

• Record Gain knob 

• MIDI In/Out (will require 1/8" to MIDI
DIN adapter which is not included with product)

• USB-C Audio/Midi Connectivity

• Comprehensive rear I/O:

• Stereo In/Out - 1/4" TRS line-level 

• Internal disk-streaming sample engine (fast sample playback)

• Sync Out

Legendary Sampling, Simplified
Inspired by the classic MPC60 design, this portable sampler, sequencer, and effects processor puts the iconic workflow of vintage MPCs into a compact, modern format with features that empower limitless creativity. 

Legendary MPC pads, a full-color display, and simple creative controls encourage hands-on sampling, looping, and beatmaking right out of the box. For immediate idea generation, this standalone hardware comes with over 100 kits, inspiring pad and knobs effects, and an intuitive chopping workflow.

MPC Sample is equipped with all the storage and connectivity options you need. 
A rechargeable lithium-ion battery, microSD card storage, an onboard sequencer, 
an internal microphone, a built-in speaker, and USB-C connection make it easy 
and convenient to record, edit, and play back audio on the go—no computer 
or DAW required.

Your Gateway to the World of MPC
This compact, all-in-one sampler opens the door to the iconic MPC workflow for a new generation of creatives. Powerful yet approachable, it gives you all the essential beatmaking, sampling, and sequencing tools in a format that fits any setup and creative environment. Whether you're sketching ideas on the fly or producing full tracks, MPC Sample delivers the hands-on control and legendary feel of a vintage MPC—simplified.

Made for On-the-Go Use
MPC Sample’s battery-powered design with built-in speaker and microphone empowers users to create and record anytime, anywhere.

Sleek, Hands-On Workflow
Responsive MPC pads, intuitive controls, and a full-color display make producing and beatmaking fast and fun for all skill levels.

Loaded with Onboard Effects
Access four onboard FX engines for real-time sample flips and resampling with 60 creative FX types, including Flex Beat, Color Compressor, Vinyl Emulations, and Tape Emulations.

Instant Inspiration at Your Fingertips
This compact creative tool comes loaded with over 100 artist and producer drum kits, four creative effect engines, and an intuitive chopping workflow to spark ideas immediately.

Fully Standalone Operation
MPC Sample is a complete standalone solution for recording, sequencing, producing, and performing—with the option to connect external gear easily via USB-C and MIDI.

Compact and Connected
Powerful I/O, plenty of storage, USB-C providing audio/MIDI connectivity, and smart device sampling in one handheld unit allows for a full production experience without complexity.

Versatile for Any Genre or Style
MPC Sample is designed for beatmakers, sample-based producers, singer-songwriters, live performers, DAWless jammers, indie creators, and beginner/hobbyist musicians seeking a new form of inspiration and expression.

MPC Sample Academy
Step inside the MPC Sample Academy, a 30 video training series designed to level up your workflow, beatmaking, and sampling skills, unlocking the full creative power of MPC Sample. In this video series, Andy Mac will guide you through the creative potential of MPC Sample from the ground up—from navigating around the hardware to making your first beats or sampling your first break!

SPECIFICATIONS

Hardware and I/O

Storage Capacity: 8GB internal (*Including ~2GB factory data), microSD expansion
RAM: 2GB
Pads: 16 RGB-lit velocity-sensitive MPC Pads with aftertouch
Display: Full-color LCD with high-resolution waveform editing

I/O:

• INPUT: 2x 1/4-inch TRS (AUDIO IN) mic/line

• OUTPUT: 2x 1/4-inch TRS (AUDIO OUT), +9dBu/2.2Vrms, 1x 1/8-inch TRS (HEADPHONES)

• MIDI: 1/8-inch TRS In/Out (with 'midi-through' capability)

• SYNC OUT: 1/8-inch TRS CV (with configurable sync rates)

• USB Type C (power and data)

Mic/Speaker: Built-in mic and 3-watt speaker for portable standalone recording and monitoring
USB Capablities: Power, Audio In/Out Device, Midi In/Out Device, SD Card Access (file transfer to/from computer)
Supported Power Supply: USB-C
Battery: Lithium-Ion battery (USB rechargeable), ~5h of continuous playback
External Storage: microSD card
Dimensions: 23.6(L) x 19.4(W) x 5.0(H) cm

Format and Support

Polyphony: (2) balanced XLR+1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS
Disk Streaming: Fast onboard disk streaming (up to 32 voices)
Recordable Data: 128 samples/128 sequences (16 samples x 8 banks per project, 16 sequences x 8 banks per project), no project limit
Maximum Sampling Time: 20 minutes per sample
Recall Recording: 25 seconds audio, pad performance record to sequence
Import Format: .wav, .mp3, .aif/.aiff, .snd, .s1s, .s3s, .flac, .ogg
Processing Sampling Frequency: 44.1k / 32-bit float
Supported Sampling Frequencies: File import: 24-bit or 16-bit, 44.1k, 48k, 96k; Recording: 24-bit 44.1k

Key Software Features

• Sequencer: MPC Sequencer with Real-Time Swing, 960 pulses per quarter note

• Sampling: Fast sample-to-pad workflow from Mic, Audio In, USB (Mac/Win/iOS/Android), Resample; Threshold-controlled sampling; Fixed-length sampling for accurate loops

• Record: Classic MPC Note repeat, “Sequence Recall” (midi retrospective record), “Sample Recall”

• Effects: 60 different FX across Pad FX, Knob FX, FlexBeat, Color-Compressor

• Effects Routes: Main Output, Input, Per-Pad; Internal (Main Output, Knob FX per-pad); Real-time processing of External Inputs; Input record Knob FX

• Fast Workflow: Fast one-touch functionality for intuitive sampling, recording and performance

• Legacy Fader Control: Assignable fader for customizable controls over pad parameters

• Song Mode: Easy arrangement of songs and export

• MPC3 Support (Coming April 2026): MPC Sample projects can be opened in MPC 3.8 or later, so you can continue production in standalone mode or on MPC3 desktop software. Compatible with all MPC standalone hardware/software running version 3.8 and higher.

Other
Accessories: USB-C cable

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