Akai MPC KEY 37

The specialist's opinion

The AKAI Professional MPC Key 37 is a standalone workstation that has everything you need to produce music.

For more than three decades, the iconic MPC series has been at the heart of beatmakers and producers.

It has become a production platform that combines sampling, sequencing and synthesis in a lightning-fast workflow so you can focus on your music. MPC Key 37 combines the familiar 16-pad grid with a 37-key synthesizer-style keyboard, legendary MPC sounds and instruments, and all the connection possibilities you need to integrate external devices and computers - all in one in a compact format. Sounds The MPC Key 37 comes with a comprehensive library of sounds and samples of standard AKAI MPC plug-ins. The delivery includes 8 plug-in instruments, including Hype, Odyssey, Mellotron and many more, as well as over 10 GB of production-ready samples and drum kits. Together, they offer over 1000 production-ready presets, and going even further, each plug-in instrument offers advanced synthesis, in-depth parameter processing and effects to program exactly the sound you have need. With 32 GB of internal memory (plus removable media via SD card and USB), the device offers enough room to expand a library of samples and instruments in any desired direction. Effects The MPC Key 37 has over 100 studio-quality effects for creative production and mixing. Add reverb and delay effects to your tracks, give your drums some punch and mix them with modern or vintage compressors and limiters. The MPC Key 37 also comes with state-of-the-art vocal effects plug-ins, which can also be used for pure vocals or creative sound design. User interface The MPC Key 37 features a keyboard with a synth and aftertouch feel as well as separate pitch bend and modulation wheels. The synthesizer-style keyboard has been specially designed for musicians and producers, whether it's adding basslines to your productions or jamming synth leads on stage. The 16 velocity-sensitive RGB pads are the same award-winning pads found on the MPC One +, along with the acclaimed MPC Time Correct, Swing and Quantize features that continue to inspire industry-leading producers. Tweaking and editing is done on the 7 "multitouch screen and 5 Q-link encoders, giving you both fine control and quick access to the parameters you need. L connectivity 'MPC Key 37 can also serve as a hub for your outboard equipment: connect MIDI devices via USB or the MIDI-DIN ports and integrate them into modular rigs via the 8 CV / Gate outputs. The integrated Wi-Fi / Bluetooth allows Wireless synchronization with Ableton Link and MPC OS updates, and the SD card reader allows for expansion of sounds and tracks. INTEGRATION-DAW The MPC Key 37 features a USB audio / MIDI interface Built-in 2-in-2-out, which allows you to record audio and MIDI directly to and from your computer. The included MPC software is a standalone DAW on your Mac or PC, which allows you to use all hardware functions, with as many tracks as your computer can handle. MPC software is also available Available as a VST / AU plug-in, allowing you to open it in major DAWs like FL Studio, Logic, Ableton, Pro Tools, Studio One and others, and combine your favorite workflows. The main features - The iconic MPC production center in a new 37-key keyboard format - Workflow of beatmaking, sampling, sequencer, synths and effects integrated into plug-ins - Contains more than 10 GB of sounds and instruments from the Premium MPC plug-ins from AKAI and the Xpansion library - Over 100 onboard studio-grade effects and processors for creative production and mixing - 37-key synth-style touch keyboard with aftertouch and pitch wheels and Separate Modulation Pads - 16 RGB velocity / pressure sensitive MPC pads with Poly Aftertouch and 16 levels - 7 "color touchscreen with multi-touch, gesture as well as 4 assignable Q Link buttons for realtime editing and performance - Control of outboard devices with 2 MIDI I / O and 8 CV / Gate outputs (via 4 TRS connectors) - Sampling and recording of audio signals via the integrated line level inputs - Download, Plu g-in and direct connection to Splice via built-in Wi-Fi for wireless data transfer and updates - Importing large files and expanding storage space with SD card reader - Standalone operation - operation controller with MPC Desktop software and DAW plug-in integration - USB audio interface 2 inputs 2 outputs and MIDI I / O in computer controller mode