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Akai - MPCLIVE2RETRO
Description
Akai MPC Live 2 Retro Edition, Standalone Battery Powered Music Production Sytem with Touchscreen & Built-In Monitors
Introducing the new MPC Live II Retro. Enjoy the same standalone, rechargeable battery powered MPC workflow with this limited-edition classic colour layout and bring a familiar aesthetic to your music production arsenal. MPC Live II Retro features the same built-in stereo monitoring system as the original MPC Live II. Designed from the ground up, this dual tweeter-woofer system delivers impeccable clarity to keep your ideas flowing through the creative process. Hear every detail of your production - rumbling 808s, the unmistakable punch of kick drums, thunderous bass lines, and a crisp, silky high-end. Need a second perspective? Turn off the built-in monitors, hook up your studio speakers and you're set.
Take compete command of your production with Akai Professional's iconic 16-pad format. Sequence, edit and chop samples on the bright 7-inch touch screen colour display. Shape your ideas with four capacitive-touch knobs and dive into all critical functions with an arsenal of dedicated buttons meticulously arranged for the ultimate production workflow. Backed by a super-intuitive UI, and packed with everything you demand for professional production, MPC Live II Retro is laser-focused on your creativity.
MPC Live II Retro integrates into your creative space with all the ports, jacks and connectivity you need. USB 3.0, 2x2 MIDI, CV/Gate, 3 stereo outs and more. WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity make for a completely wireless workflow. No matter the device, MPC Live II Retro is ready to get connected!
MPC Software 2
Akai Professional's reimagined MPC 2 Software drives MPC Live II Retro in both standalone and controller modes. This is a cutting-edge production suite combining real-time time stretching, clip-launch functionality, on-board synth engines, VST compatibility in controller mode, operation as a standalone application on Mac & PC, seamless DAW integration and much more. Whether you're seeking freedom from computer-based music production or searching for the perfect controller for DAW-centric creative exploration, MPC 2 Software delivers the ultimate in adaptive creative versatility.
MPC Live II will super charge you production. With MIDI performance to tap in to as many devices as you need, an intuitive and streamlined layout not to mention the MPC workflow features you need; 16 Levels, Note Repeat, Auto Sample, Chords & Notes and so much more. Get ready to level up to the MPC Live II.
Features
* Standalone MPC no computer required
* Built-in monitors
* 7-inch high-resolution multi-touch display
* 16 velocity sensitive RGB pads
* Internal, rechargeable lithium-ion battery
* Also acts as a control surface for MPC 2 software
* Phono and line level inputs
* (3) Stereo outputs (6 Mono)
* (2) 5-pin MIDI In, (2) 5-pin MIDI Out
* 2GB RAM
* 16GB onboard storage
* Full-size SD card slot
* User-expandable 2.5-inch SATA drive connector (SSD or HDD)
* (2) USB-A 3.0 slots for thumb drives or MIDI controllers
* 4 TRS CV/Gate jacks, 8 outputs total
* Wi-Fi & Bluetooth enabled
* Ableton Link for cross-platform collaboration
* Includes 3-Months Free Access to Splice*
* Includes 8 all-new synth engines powering 9 incredible DrumSynth plugins
*Offer available to new Splice customers only
Technical Specifications
Pads:
(16) velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads, RGB-backlit
(8) banks accessible via Pad Bank buttons
Knobs:
(4) 360 degree touch-sensitive Q-Link Knobs
(4) Q-Link Knob columns accessible via Q-Link button
(1) 360 degree encoder for display navigation and selection via push
Buttons: (27) dedicated function buttons; red-, amber-, or green-backlit
Display:
6.9" / 176mm (diagonal)
5.9" x 3.7" / 150 x 93mm (width x height)
Full-colour LED-backlit display with touch interface
CPU Processor: Quad-core ARM® processor
RAM: 2GB
Storage: 16GB, expandable via SATA connections
Connections:
(2) 1/4" (6.35mm) TRS inputs (1 stereo pair)
(6) 1/4" (6.35mm) TRS outputs (3 stereo pairs)
(1) 1/4" (6.35mm) stereo headphone output
(2) RCA inputs (1 stereo pair)
(2) 5-pin MIDI inputs
(2) 5-pin MIDI outputs
(4) Stereo CV/Gate outputs
(1) Ethernet link port
(2) USB Type-A ports
(1) USB Type-B port
(1) SD card slot
(1) power adapter input
Power
via power adapter: 19 V, 3.42 A, center-positive, included
via battery: lithium-ion, rechargeable, up to 5 hours of battery life
Dimensions: 411.5 x 243.8 x 45.7mm / 16.2" x 9.6" x 1.8"
Weight: 3.38kg / 7.45 lbs
