Alongside these, there are four inputs, two pairs of MIDI in/out, and two USB-A and one USB-B ports, plus a full-size headphone jack, a speaker on/off switch, and an ethernet port for Ableton Link. Round the back, there are eight outputs, including four TRS CV/gate jacks, essential for users of boutique and modular synths. The master volume knob is now more accessible too, now sitting on the top panel. The Live II now boasts a step sequencer, mix, timing correct, mute, and next sequence controls, making fine use of its available space without feeling crampedĪs well as being significantly lighter, the revamped button layout of the MPC Live II includes new buttons for step-sequencer access (probably the most-used button), mixer, timing correction, mute, and next-sequence selection. If you have a dedicated bag, stand or Decksaver-style cover for the original Live, you’ll need to get out the measuring tape. This smaller second iteration comes in at 411.5 x 45.7 x 243.8mm, with the new in-built speakers adding 19.8mm to unit’s depth.
The now discontinued original MPC Live was portable but certainly not what you’d call compact or lightweight at 424 x 69 x 224mm. What you may have forgotten, though, is the size of the thing. These interface elements were combined in various ways to manage drum kits, software instruments, pattern and song creation, sampling, and audio and MIDI inputs and outputs. Two virtual synthesizers are available, Hybrid 3 by AIR Music Tech and SONiVOX Twist.It also features a large data knob and four smaller multifunctional Q-Link knobs. MPC Essentials can run standalone and extends the functionality of the controller by adding up to eight pad banks and four samples and insert effects per pad. The music production suite of software includes Ableton Live Lite and MPC Essentials for out-of-the-box music creation. An arpeggiator, with adjustable resolution, range, and patterns, enables users to explore complex melodic ideas, effortlessly.
Genuine MPC functionality includes Classic MPC Swing, MPC Note Repeat, MPC Full Level, and 16 Levels. Onboard octave up and down controls allows players to access the entire melodic range. Three banks expand the number of knobs and switches (up to twenty-four and twelve respectively). The controller features twenty-five semi-weighted, velocity-sensitive keys with aftertouch, eight assignable knobs, four backlit buttons, eight MPC-style pads with RGB feedback, and onboard transport buttons. The keyboard is optimized to interface directly with a Mac or PC computer with USB power and plug-and-play connectivity. The MPK 225 from Akai Professional is a compact performance pad and keyboard controller that combines software integration, enhanced workflow and core technologies from the MPC workstations, with a comprehensive interface for manipulating virtual instruments, effect plug-ins, DAWs, and more.
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