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Free Akai MPC Live Production Workflows Masterclass Tomorrow

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: Akai Pro MPC Live

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.

This Video Explores Akai MPC Live's Connectivity Options & Rear Panel

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: Akai LPD8 Wireless MIDI Controller

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

NAMM 2017: Watch Akai Demo New MPC Live And MPC X Hardware

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

New Standalone Akai MPC Live Details Leaked By US Government

When a US government organisation leak photos of an upcoming Akai MPC unit, you know the world is topsy turvy. Here's details & photos on the Akai MPC Live standalone and computer MPC controller.

Five for Live: The Best Controllers for Ableton Users

Since 2009 there have been a wide range of Ableton Live specific MIDI controllers released. In this roundup, Noah Pred explores five of the best controllers available for studio and live use.

Review: M-Audio CTRL49 MIDI Controller Keyboard

M-Audio brings control of your VST collection to its latest multi-talented USB MIDI controller keyboard, CTRL 49'¦

Decksaver Announces New Synthesizer Covers for Moog, Akai, Elektron, and Teenage Engineering

If you've been using sheets or zip bags to protect your precious hardware synthesizers but miss being able to see them, Decksaver's new range of moulded covers are likely to appeal.

DJing with Ableton Live: Setting Up Your Controller

DJ Kiva shows how to get your MIDI Controller to communicate properly with Ableton Live so you can get hands-on in the studio or when performing live.

Review: Akai Professional BT500

Whether you like it or not, vinyl is back. And turntables are too. The new BT500 from Akai Pro allows you to play your old (or new) vinyl records and plug-in to your computer's audio interface & HiFi.

Akai Pro MPC Beat Design Tips & Tricks With Booker Edwards in FREE Live Masterclass and Q&A

In today's Live MasterClass at AskAudio you can join MPC expert Booker Edwards exploring beat design and sharing his tips and tricks using Akai's MPC.

Review: AKAI Pro MPC Touch

Akai Professional's MPC Touch looks to combine the best of tactile controls and touch-screen worlds in one music making machine. Hollin Jones finds out whether this MPC has the golden touch.

Akai Pro BT-500 Is A High-Performance Turntable For Audiophiles

Akai tell us BT-500 is a one-of-a-kind belt-drive turntable combines no-compromise audiophile performance with modern features such as A-to-D LP conversion capability and wireless Bluetooth streaming.

Most Popular MIDI Controller Brands of 2015 (As Voted For By You)

Using a mouse or trackpad to control your music software is limiting. We asked YOU the brand of your primary MIDI Controller, and with almost 25,000 answers... Here's the results!