About Akai

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Akai is a Japanese company best known for its influential role in the development of music production equipment, particularly in the realms of sampling and beat-making. Founded in 1929, Akai entered the world of electronic musical instruments in the 1980s with its S-series of digital samplers, which became industry standards. However, Akai truly made its mark with the launch of the MPC (Music Production Center) series, designed in collaboration with Roger Linn. The MPC series revolutionized the music industry by providing a powerful, standalone hardware sampler and sequencer, allowing artists to sample, chop, and arrange beats in a tactile and intuitive way. The MPC’s pads, swing, and workflow played a major role in shaping genres like hip-hop, electronic, and pop music.

Over the years, Akai has expanded its product line to include MIDI controllers like the popular MPK series, performance-oriented tools like the APC (Ableton Performance Controller) series, and standalone units like the MPC Live and MPC X, which integrate modern features such as touchscreen control and DAW-like functionality. The company’s focus on innovation and adaptability has kept Akai at the forefront of music production technology, making its equipment a go-to choice for producers, DJs, and performers worldwide. Akai remains synonymous with sampling and beat-making, continuing to release products that cater to both traditional beatmakers and modern producers alike.

AKAI Professional MPK Mini Plus – 37 mini Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller with 8 MPC Pads, Sequencer, MIDI/CV/Gate I/O, and Music Production Software

£139.99 £125.00

Full Creative Control – A dynamic 37-Key MPK Mini keybed for 3 full octaves of melodic and harmonic performance. Easily connect to your DAW or your studio equipment with the USB-powered MIDI Controller Advanced Connectivity – Connect to different sou… read more

AKAI Professional MPK Mini MK3 – 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller with 8 Backlit Drum Pads, 8 Knobs and Music Production Software Included

£84.99 £75.00

Music Production and Beat Maker Essential – USB powered MIDI controller with 25 mini MIDI keyboard velocity-sensitive keys for studio production, virtual synthesiser control and beat production Total Control of your Production – Innovative 4-way thum… read more

AKAI Professional MPC Key 37 Standalone Production Workstation, Drum Machine, MIDI Keyboard, Synthesizer with WiFi, Bluetooth, Touchscreen, Plug-ins

£759.99 £699.00

No Computer Needed – Music Production Center, Sampler, Beat Maker, Drum Machine, Synth, and Desktop Controller with powerful multi-core processor and 37-note synth-action keybed with aftertouch Standalone Supercharged – Featuring Wi-Fi & Bluetooth MI… read more

Beat Maker Bundle – AKAI Professional LPK25 and LPD8-25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard with Responsive Synth Keys, and MIDI Controller with 8 RGB MPC Drum Pads, Music Production Software Included

£89.98 £78.14

Mini Keys, Major Performance – 25-key MIDI controller keyboard with responsive keys to play with feel and dynamics. Enjoy expressive songwriting, composing, jamming, playing melodies, bass lines, and more Full Range Experience – Play every note with … read more

AKAI Professional MPK Mini MK3 – 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller with 8 Backlit Drum Pads, 8 Knobs and Music Production Software Included (Black)

£84.99 £75.00

Music Production and Beat Maker Essential – USB powered MIDI controller with 25 mini MIDI keyboard velocity-sensitive keys for studio production, virtual synthesiser control and beat production Total Control of your Production – Innovative 4-way thum… read more

61 Keys

This synthesiser features a 61-key keyboard, providing an ideal balance between portability and playability. With a full range of keys, it’s perfect for performing musicians and producers who need enough range for complex compositions and solos. The keys are designed for a responsive touch, making it suitable for a variety of playing styles, from classical to contemporary music.

Keyboard

A music keyboard is a versatile musical instrument consisting of a set of keys or buttons that produce different pitches when pressed. Keyboards come in various forms, including acoustic pianos, electric pianos, synthesizers, and MIDI controllers. They allow musicians to play melodies, harmonies, and chords with ease, making them fundamental tools in a wide range of musical genres and settings. Keyboards often feature additional controls such as knobs, sliders, and buttons for manipulating sound parameters, and they can be connected to other devices like computers or sound modules for expanded functionality. Whether used for classical, pop, jazz, or electronic music, the keyboard’s intuitive layout and expressive capabilities make it an essential component of modern music production and performance.

Music Production Controller – MPC

A Music Production Controller (MPC) is a versatile piece of hardware designed to help musicians and producers create, arrange, and manipulate sounds in music production. While the term “MPC” often specifically refers to Akai’s line of Music Production Controllers, in general, an MPC can refer to any device combining the functionalities of a sampler, sequencer, and performance interface. These devices usually feature a grid of velocity-sensitive pads that allow users to trigger samples, play drums, and create melodies with a tactile feel. They are ideal for producing beats, building song arrangements, and integrating live performance elements.

Music production controllers typically come with built-in capabilities to record, chop, and edit audio samples, layer sounds, apply effects, and sequence patterns to build entire tracks. The flexibility of MPCs has made them popular tools in various music genres like hip-hop, electronic music, and pop, where beat-making and creative sampling are crucial. Many modern MPCs can operate as standalone devices or be integrated into a digital audio workstation (DAW) via USB or MIDI, providing producers with both hardware-based and computer-based workflows. They’re prized for their intuitive, hands-on approach to making music, allowing for a more organic and creative experience than using software alone.

New

This product is brand new, unused, and in its original packaging. It has never been opened or used, ensuring you receive it in pristine, factory-sealed condition, just as originally manufactured.

It is ideal for those who want the assurance of a fresh start with their gear.

Synthesizer

A synthesizer, often abbreviated as synth, is an electronic musical instrument that generates and manipulates sound electronically. Synthesizers create sound through various methods, including subtractive synthesis, additive synthesis, frequency modulation synthesis, and wavetable synthesis, among others. They typically feature oscillators to produce raw waveforms, filters to sculpt the timbre, envelopes to shape the sound’s amplitude, and modulation sources to add movement and complexity.

Synthesizers offer a vast range of sounds, from classic analog tones to futuristic digital textures, and are used in a wide array of musical genres, from electronic and pop to rock and film scoring. With their versatility and expressive capabilities, synthesizers are essential tools for musicians, producers, and sound designers seeking to explore and create innovative sonic landscapes.