Akai Professional MPC One Plus Standalone Music Production Centre

Full Description

Why choose the MPC One Plus?

The MPC One Plus is the next evolution in music production, designed to provide unparalleled flexibility and creative control. Akai has enhanced the original MPC One with expanded internal storage, a sleek new colourway, and advanced connectivity options, making this a perfect choice for both aspiring and professional music producers. With 16GB of internal storage and 7.2GB available for user content, you can seamlessly integrate and manage your favourite instruments and sound packs directly on the MPC One Plus.

One of the most exciting new features is the introduction of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity. You can use these two connections to wirelessly sync your favourite gear from MIDI keyboards and controllers to sequencers. You can use your external gear to input notes, craft melodies, and create rhythms - perfect for the studio or the stage.

MPC Software 2.10 update – new plugins, deeper integration and much more

This huge new update for the MPC software includes 19 new plugins, new effects, USB audio interface support, drum and keygroup engine updates and a variety of workflow enhancements. Further cementing its place as a production powerhouse, the new MPC update unlocks premium-quality virtual instruments, versatile editing possibilities, vocal processing and much more.

The new AIR Vocal Insert Effects Suite gives you the power to record and mix industry-grade vocals directly to the MPC. This collection of modern vocal production tools includes pitch correction effects perfect for RnB, Rap and Pop music. Pioneered by legends such as Dr. Dre, J-Dilla, DJ Premier, Mike Shinoda and many more; the MPC has become one of the most legendary production tools of all time. The AIR effects library has also been expanded with seven new additions including AIR Stutter and Granulator.

Expand your sound library with four new instrument plugins, complete with stunning presets that will inspire. The new instrument plugins include AIR Hype AIR Mellotron, AIR Solina and WayOutWare Odyssey. The plugins span everything from cutting-edge synthesis to classic emulations of legendary synths. The instruments feature powerful interactive sound engines complete with built-in processing and in-depth controls.

Music production has never been so streamlined thanks to the new workflow enhancements and engine updates. The new refined “Recursive Search” goes in-depth when it comes to searching for your samples. With Key Detection technology, the MPC will detect the key of your sample automatically. You can also search through your MPC Plugin Instruments presets directly from File, Media and TUI browsers. You can also create and save custom effects chains, providing quick access to your favourite processing tools.

Complete standalone unit

The Akai MPC One Plus offers a huge range of production tools in a standalone unit. Packing a range of Akai’s acclaimed features including beat programming, editing, mixing FX, instruments and so much more. The MPC One Plus can turn your musical ideas into professional productions.

The MPC One Plus utilises the same multi-core processor as the popular MPC X, creating a compact standalone desktop unit that easily handles demanding production tasks. The MPC One Plus experience is enhanced further by allowing you to get hands-on with audio editing. Chop and edit samples with hand gestures with the interactive 7-inch touch screen. A range of dedicated knobs and touch keys also help prevent endless searches through menus, allowing you to concentrate on the fun stuff.

MPC mainstays

The MPC One Plus features all the functionality we’ve come to expect from MPC products. Every control is thoroughly designed to enhance your workflow, helping you to be more creative than ever before. Four touch-sensitive controls and a large data encoder map directly to critical parameters. Combined with sixteen velocity and pressure sense pads that deliver the perfect response to every touch. Akai has also included mainstays found across the MPC range including Note Repeat, Full Level, 16 Levels and dedicated Transport Controls to complete the MPC One Plus’s expressive feature set.

Studio connectivity

The MPC One Plus is ready to integrate into your current studio setup. Whether you are just starting out or have a fully-fledged studio setup, the MPC One Plus is ready to become the centrepiece of your studio. USB controllers can be connected via USB whilst 1/4 line level inputs can be used to connect instruments.

Integrate with Splice

Splice Sounds is used by both professionals and hobbyists alike, offering millions of high-quality, royalty-free samples, sounds and presets for every musical style. The MPC One Plus integrates with Splice, making it easy to browse and audition the range of samples available.

Plenty of onboard storage

The MPC One Plus offers a huge 4GB of internal memory to save your samples and sounds for easy access when required. Need more space? No problem. The built-in SD card slot and USB input allow immediate access to your own sample libraries.

Packed with production tools

Akai production tools have gained notoriety within the music industry, and the MPC One Plus puts a range of these at your fingertips. The MPC One Plus comes with a new drum sample and loop library that covers a range of musical styles. These provide a great platform to build your next project on. Audio samples are curated from leading sound designers including RawCutz, SampleTools by CR2, F9, Decap, MSX Sound Design and MVP Loop. The MPC One Plus also features a range of Akai’s professional synth engines, ensuring you’ll never run out of creative tools for your musical ideas. These include Electric, Tubesynth and Bassline, as well as the premium AIR FX for mixing & mastering.

Features

• Expanded internal storage (was 4GB - Now 16GB with 7.2GB of user storage)
• Built-in Wi-Fi/Bluetooth connectivity for syncing wireless MIDI controllers and more
• New eye-catching red colourway
• Standalone MPC – no computer required
• Powerful Multicore System from the MPC Live and MPC X
• 16 velocity-sensitive RGB Pads
• 7-inch high-resolution multi-touch display
• 2GB RAM with Quad-ARM processor for speedy perormance
• Mac & PC Controller for MPC Software (Included)
• Stereo Line-Level Inputs
• MIDI In and MIDI Out
• (8) CV/Gate Outputs using 1⁄8-inch (3.5mm) TRS cables (mono TS cable compatible)
• (2) USB-A 3.0 Slots for thumb drives or MIDI Controllers
• SD card slot

Specifications

• Pads:
  • (16) velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads, RGB-backlit
  • (8) banks accessible via Pad Bank buttons
• Knobs:
  • (4) 360° touch-sensitive Q-Link Knobs
  • (1) data encoder for value adjustment and selection via push
• Buttons: (31) dedicated function buttons; red-, amber-, or green-backlit
• Display:
  • 7.0” / 177mm (diagonal)
  • 5.9” x 3.7” / 151 x 94mm (width x height)
  • Full-colour LED-backlit display with touch interface
• CPU:
  • Processor: Quad-core ARM® processor
  • RAM: 2GB
  • Storage: 16 GB (over 7.8 GB available for user storage)
• Connections:
  • (2) ¼” (6.35mm) TRS inputs (1 stereo pair)
  • (2) ¼” (6.35mm) TRS outputs (1 stereo pair)
  • (1) 1⁄8” (3.5mm) stereo headphone output
  • (1) 5-pin MIDI inputs
  • (1) 5-pin MIDI outputs
  • (4) 4 TRS CV/Gate Jacks, 8 Outputs Total
  • (1) USB Type-A port
  • (1) USB Type-B port
  • (1) SD card slot
  • (1) power adapter input
• Power via power adapter: 19V, 3.42A, centre-positive, included
• Dimensions (width x depth x height): 272 x 272 x 53 mm
• Weight: 2.1 kg
• Product code: MPCONEMK2