Akai - Pack MPC One G2 + Cover

Music creation takes on a whole new dimension with the Akai MPC One G2, a desktop production station that puts sequencing, sampling and beatmaking at your fingertips. Running on MPC 3 OS, it operates 100 per cent independently, without a computer. Its eight-core G2 processor, four times more powerful than the previous generation, brings depth to complex projects. The 4 GB of RAM, 64 GB of internal storage, 24-bit converters and 32-bit floating-point signal processing form the foundation of its digital workflow.

Control is via an interface familiar to MPC enthusiasts. The 16 backlit pads, sensitive to pressure and velocity, translate the nuances of your playing into expressive triggers. The four 360° touch-sensitive Q-Link knobs provide direct access to parameters, whilst the 31 dedicated backlit function buttons minimise the need to navigate through menus. At the centre, the 7-inch (177 mm) LED colour touchscreen makes it easy to edit and monitor sequences.

Under the hood, the workstation handles up to 32 simultaneous plugin instances and 16 stereo audio tracks, with 32 MIDI channels and 24 audio channels. Its compatibility with Akai Pro and Native Instruments plugins, its library of projects, sounds, kits and plugins, as well as accelerated project loading, provide a solid foundation for compositions. Disk Streaming supports large sessions. Ableton Control integration, with import and export of native Ableton Live projects, facilitates workflow with that environment.

The connections include two 6.35 mm TRS line inputs, two 6.35 mm TRS main outputs, a 3.5 mm TRS mini-jack headphone output, two 5-pin DIN MIDI in/out sockets, four 3.5 mm TRS mini-jack CV/Gate outputs, as well as USB-A and USB-C ports and an SD card reader. Bluetooth 5.0 and 2.4 and 5 GHz Wi-Fi round off the wireless connectivity options. Measuring 272 x 272 x 53 mm and weighing 2.1 kg, the MPC remains easy to integrate into a production space.

The Decksaver MPC One Cover, made from transparent polycarbonate, takes over when the unit is being stored. Measuring 282 x 280 x 39 mm and weighing 760 g, it fits the unit perfectly; its shape moulds to the casing, protects against knocks and dust, and allows cables to remain connected. A welcome addition to ensure your workstation is ready to resume operation.