Posts with tag akai

Review | Oct 05, 2018 by Rishabh Rajan

Image Line's FL Studio finally gets its own dedicated hardware controller, and from no less a partner than AKAI Pro. Rishabh Rajan found out how fruity it really is...

Tutorial | Oct 01, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Slicing audio into regions so it can be played like an instrument is at the heart of how the MPC software works. This video shows you how it's done.

News | Sep 27, 2018 by Hollin Jones

The latest update to FL Studio for Mac and PC adds support for this new, dedicated FL Studio hardware controller - FIRE from AKAI Professional.

News | Aug 28, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Slice and dice your way to better tracks, create custom MIDI setups, arrange songs and export stems. Learn how to do it all with this course on AKAI's MPC 2 software.

News | Jul 05, 2018 by Hollin Jones

This completely free MPC expansion pack adds more sounds to your AKAI setup and is compatible with both the hardware and software. Grab it now!

News | Jun 14, 2018 by Rounik Sethi

Akai MPC owners around the world rejoice. For absolutely nothing... you can download a very well sampled MPC expansion pack called Dark Mood. Yes, you read that right. It's 100% completely free.

News | May 13, 2018 by Rounik Sethi

This video demos the latest machine Gotharman's Musical Instruments has been working on. The XXX7 appears to be a sampler with touch screen, high-quality tactile controls and a 16-step sequencer.

News | Sep 02, 2017 by Rounik Sethi

AKAI's latest MPC powerhouse is designed to work in a fully standalone capacity. In this video we see Scott Storch using AKAI gear to produce a beat in realtime.

Review | Aug 30, 2017 by Rishabh Rajan

AKAI's MPC X promises to let you make music entirely without a computer - but can it really replace your DAW? Rishabh Rajan put it to the test to find out.

News | Jul 28, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Great news for iPad users with a big, free update to iMPC Pro. And substantial discounts on iMPC for all platforms as well as expansion packs, and even some free content!

News | Jun 06, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Take advantage of this free live streamed masterclass on AKAI's MPC Live system to get a hands-on introduction to its tools and workflow.

Review | May 12, 2017 by Rishabh Rajan

The MPC family from AKAI is a legendary name, but how did Rishabh Rajan get along with the newest model, the MPC Live? Read on to find out.

Tutorial | May 09, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Hooking up computers, audio feeds and even turntables to your MPC Live requires some familiarity with the rear panel. Booker Edwards Jr is here to help you out.

Review | Jan 20, 2017 by G.W. Childs IV

What could be better than a portable controller with genuine Akai pads? A wireless option, of course!

News | Jan 20, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Hands on with the newest members of Akai's legendary MPC family at NAMM 2017.