Description
Akai Professional MPC Key 61 is a revolutionary standalone production synthesizer keyboard powering the next chapter of the MPC legacy. Building on the history of powerful sequencing and revolutionary sampling, MPC Key 61 adds the most advanced next-generation virtual instruments and effects to MPC, bolstering its arsenal of industry-leading music production tools. And now, with the addition of a 61-key semi-weighted keybed with aftertouch, the MPC experience ascends to an unprecedented level of creative interaction and expression, delivering the world’s most powerful and complete standalone workflow.
- 25 cutting-edge instrument plug-ins
- Expressive 61-key semi-weighted keybed with aftertouch
- Powerful quad-core ARM processor with 4GB RAM – no need for a computer
- 16 RGB velocity-sensitive MPC drum pads with Note Repeat
- Assignable touch strip controller
- 2 mic/line inputs with high-end preamps
- Vibrant 7″ color touchscreen with multitouch and gestures
- Audio interface with high-quality AD/DA converters
- Accepts class-compliant audio interfaces and MIDI devices
- Sounds button for fast browsing
- Powerful 128-track MIDI sequencer
- Onboard wi-fi and Bluetooth
- 4 assignable Q-Link controller knobs
- Pitch bend and modulation wheels
- Dedicated transport control section
- 4 discrete line outputs
- 8 audio tracks
- 8 CV/gate output jacks for modular integration
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | AKAI-MPCKEY61 |
| Vendor | Akai Professional |
| Aftertouch | Yes |
| Analog Digital | Digital |
| Bluetooth | App Connectivity |
| Built In Speakers | No |
| Included From Manufacturer | USB cable Power supply |
| Keys Weighted | Semi-Weighted |
| Number of Keys | 61 |
| Key Size | Full Size Keys |
| Midi | In, Out, Thru, and USB |
| MPN | MPCKEY61 |
| Product Unique Features | Onboard audio interface with high-quality AD/DA converters Vibrant 7″ color touchscreen with multitouch and gestures 25 cutting-edge instrument plug-ins |
| Control Connections | 8 × assignable 1/8″ CV/gate outputs 1/4″ sustain footswitch input 1/4″ expression pedal input 1/4″ assignable pedal input |
| Onboard Controllers | Pitch bend wheel Modulation wheel Assignable touch strip 16 velocity- and pressure-sensitive RGB backlit pads 4 touch-capacitive Q-Link control knobs |
| Effects | AIR TubeSynth, AIR Bassline, AIR Electric AIR FX Bundle of 28 additional effects All assignable as insert or send/return effects All assignable to individual pads |
| Expansion Options | SATA drive bay for SSD storage expansion |
| Audio Inputs | 2 × XLR / 1/4″ TRS combo sampling/recording inputs with individual gain control knobs and +48V phantom power |
| Audio Outputs | Dual balanced 1/4″ stereo main output Dual balanced 1/4″ stereo sub output 1/4″ stereo headphone output |
| Internal Storage Capacity | 32GB SATA drive bay for SSD storage expansion |
| Key Action | Semi-weighted keybed with aftertouch |
| Product Weight | 17.88 lb |
| Programs/Presets | 6,000+ |
| Sequencer | 128-track sequencer with control over internal tracks/instruments, external MIDI instruments and CV/gate outputs |
| USB Flash Drive Port (to Device) | Program/Preset Storage;Sample Import |
| USB Port (to Host) | MIDI;Audio;System Updates;File Transfer;Editor/Librarian/Patch Manager |
| Width | 38.76″ |
| Depth | 12.36″ |
| Height | 3.84″ |






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