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AKAI MPC Key 61 Standalone Synthesizer Keyboard
MPC KEY 61 - THE POWER OF SOUND
The Akai MPC Key 61 is a MIDI keyboard controller that is designed to work in conjunction with the Akai MPC software. It features 61 semi-weighted keys with aftertouch, as well as 16 RGB MPC pads that are backlit for easy visibility in low-light environments. The MPC Key 61 also includes eight assignable knobs, eight assignable faders, and four pad banks for a total of 64 assignable pads.
The MPC Key 61 can be used to control a variety of software, including virtual instruments, DAWs, and the Akai MPC software. It also includes VIP 3.0 software, which provides access to a variety of virtual instruments and effects from a single interface.
The MPC Key 61 is designed to be a versatile and powerful MIDI controller for musicians, producers, and DJs who want to take their music production to the next level. With its responsive keys, intuitive controls, and extensive software integration, the MPC Key 61 is a great choice for anyone looking for a high-quality MIDI controller.
KEYS TO EXPRESSION
with aftertouch to drive its world-class sounds with dynamic responsive control.
With players and producers in mind, technology and artisanship were combined to breathe
inspiration into every performance. The MPC Key 61’s keybed is designed to deliver the
highest performance experience possible connecting the dots between sound and feel.
PLUGIN TO A WORLD OF EFFECTS
productions for mixing and mastering.
Insert lush and spacious Reverb and Delay effects to your tracks, add bounce and punch
to your drums and mix using modern or vintage style compressors and limiters.
Experience plugin FX like never before only inside MPC Key 61.
PERFECT TUNE AND HARMONY
plugins which can also be used for the most creative sound design.
Fully record and mix the perfect vocals directly inside MPC Key 61’s standalone environment
with 2 onboard high-end preamps. From modern-day vocal tuning FX, to doubling,
to adding 4-part harmonies to your vocals—the AIR Vocal Suite delivers.
TOUCH STRIP FOR HANDS-ON CONTROL
and interact with your own signature sounds.
Bend, warp and manipulate sounds in real-time in ways no other synthesizer can.
Touch capacitive assignable real-time Q-Link controls also allow for endless
artistic ingenuity opening worlds of new creative energy for production and performance.
DYNAMIC EXPRESSION
expression to elevate your compositions.
Bend the notes of your synth and lead sounds in Fabric XL, add gentle vibrato to your
stringed instruments in Session Strings, or dial in the speed of the Organ’s rotary
Leslie cabinet and hear your parts swell with a wide chorused tremolo.
The Mod and Pitch wheels bring depth and dimension to any MPC Key 61 keyboard part.
- Expressive Keybed with aftertouch
- Vibrant 7” Color Touch Screen with Multi Touch & Gestures
- Sounds Button for Fast Browsing
- 25 Cutting-edge Instrument Plugins
- Powerful 128 Track Midi Sequencer
- Assignable Touch Strip Controller
- 16 RGB Velocity-Sensitive MPC Drum Pads with Note Repeat
- 2 Mic/Line Inputs with high-end preamps
- Audio Interface with high-quality AD/DA converters
- Accepts Class Compliant Audio Interfaces and MIDI devices
- Onboard Wi-Fi/Bluetooth
- 4 Assignable Q Link Controller knobs
- 4GB Ram / Quad Core ARM Processor
- Pitch Bend/Modulation Wheels
- Dedicated Transport Section
- 4 Discrete Line Outputs
- 8 Audio Tracks
- 8 CV/Gate Output Jacks for modular integration
KEYS
- 61 semi-weighted, full-size keys with aftertouch
PADS
- (16) velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads, RGB-backlit
- (8) banks accessible via Pad Bank buttons
KNOBS + PERFORMANCE CONTROLS
- (4) 360° touch-sensitive Q-Link knobs for parameter adjustment
- (1) Touch Strip multi-function 5.5" (140 mm) touch-capacitive controller with LED indicators
- 360° encoder for display navigation and selection via push
- (2) Pitchbend and Mod Wheel
- (3) 270° knobs for gain, mix & level adjustment
BUTTONS
- (44) dedicated-function buttons
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
MEMORY
- RAM 4 GB
- Storage 32 GB (user storage, 13 GB pre-installed content), 4 GB (MPC operating system), 15+ GB free-space for user storage
- expandable via SATA connections
POWER
- Via IEC (Included)
- Auto Switching Internal Power Supply (100-240v)
CONNECTIONS
- (2) XLR+1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS inputs (Input 1/2)
- (4) 1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS outputs (2 stereo pairs)
- 1/4” (6.35 mm) stereo headphone output
- (1) 5-pin MIDI input
- (1) 5-pin MIDI output
- (1) 5-pin MIDI thru
- (8) 1/8” (3.5 mm) CV/Gate outputs
- Ethernet Network port
- USB Type-A ports
- (1) USB Type-B port
OTHER CONTROLS
- (2) Line | Instrument switches
- +48v Phantom Power switch
- 1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS Footswitch jacks (Sustain + FS2)(Variable and switch compatible)
- 1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS Expression Pedal input