Standalone Music Production Center for Beatmaking and Live Performance
The Akai MPC Live III is a powerful and portable music production workstation designed for producers, beatmakers, and live performers seeking complete creative freedom without the need for a computer or DAW. With a 7-inch multi-touch display, expressive MPCe pads, built-in monitors, microphone, and a rechargeable battery, this unit offers professional-grade features in a compact form factor for music creation anytime, anywhere.
Akai MPC Live III Competitive Differences
- Standalone operation with no computer required, powered by the latest MPC3 OS
- New MPCe 3D-sensing pads for ultra-responsive performance and expressive control
- 16-step RGB sequencer buttons for instant electronic workflow
- Built-in condenser microphone and stereo speakers for on-the-go music creation
- Performance touch-strip for dynamic real-time manipulation
- Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for wireless connectivity and collaboration
- USB-C connectivity with 24-channel audio and 32-channel MIDI I/O
- 128GB internal storage with SD card and SSD expansion options
- CV/Gate outputs for modular synth and hardware integration
- Upgraded internal processing with 8-core CPU and 8GB of RAM
Akai MPC Live III Description
The Akai MPC Live III redefines standalone music production with a robust set of tools for both studio and stage. It builds upon the MPC Live II’s layout with revolutionary features like new MPCe pads featuring 3D touch sensitivity, a touch-strip for real-time modulation, and a 16-step sequencer layout with RGB function buttons. Powered by the MPC3 OS, the MPC Live III delivers unmatched workflow enhancements such as Pro Reverb, EQ, Super TS, Pro Stems Separation, and more.
Its connectivity suite includes USB-C with multi-device MIDI and audio I/O, CV/Gate outputs for modular synths, and iPhone sampling capabilities. The built-in audio interface offers high-resolution 24-bit / 96kHz conversion and supports XLR/TRS combo inputs, RCA phono inputs, and 6 TRS outputs. All of this is housed in a rugged chassis with internal speakers, a mic, and a lithium-ion battery offering up to 4 hours of mobile operation.
Whether you’re arranging complex sequences, triggering clips live, or recording vocals directly on the unit, the MPC Live III is engineered to meet the demands of modern music producers without compromise.
MPC Live III Features
- Next-generation standalone MPC hardware
- Powered by MPC3 OS with new features: Pro Reverb, EQ, Clip Matrix, Pro Stems Separation, etc.
- 16 velocity- and pressure-sensitive MPCe pads with 3D-sensing
- 16 RGB step sequencer buttons
- Performance touch strip for dynamic control
- 7" full-color LED-backlit multi-touch screen
- 4 touch-capacitive Q-Link knobs + 360° encoder
- Built-in condenser microphone
- Internal stereo studio monitors
- 8 GB internal RAM with 8-core processor
- 128 GB internal storage, expandable via SATA SSD or SD card
- Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity
- Class-compliant USB-C support
- 2 XLR/TRS combo inputs, RCA phono inputs, 6 TRS outputs
- USB-C: 24 audio and 32 MIDI channels
- CV/Gate: 8 outputs
- Rechargeable lithium-ion battery (up to 4 hours)
MPC Live III Specifications
- AD/DA Conversion: 24-bit at 44.1/48/96kHz
- DSP: 32-bit floating point
- Mic Inputs: 2 balanced XLR/TRS (6.35 mm), +13 dBu max input
- Line Inputs: 2 balanced XLR/TRS, +16 dBu max input
- Phono Inputs: 2 unbalanced RCA, 2.1 mVrms sensitivity
- Line Outputs: 6 balanced TRS, +12 dBu max output
- Headphone Output: 1/4" stereo, 111.2 dB dynamic range
- Processor: Quad-core ARM
- RAM: 8 GB
- Storage: 128 GB, expandable via SATA or SD card
- MIDI: 2x in, 2x out (5-pin DIN); 32 MIDI channels over USB-C
- CV/Gate Outputs: 8 (4 stereo pairs, 1/8")
- USB Ports: 2x USB-A, 1x USB-C
- Display: 7" (176mm) full-color LED, 5.9" x 3.7" touch interface
- Battery: Rechargeable lithium-ion (up to 4 hours)
- Dimensions: 17.2" x 10.1" x 2.6" (435.9 x 256.0 x 67.1 mm)
- Weight: 8.6 lbs (3.9 kg)
AKAI MPCLIVE3
(Akai MPC Live 3)
