AKAI | MPC KEY 37 | Standalone Production Keyboard Synthesizer
Introducing the Akai Professional MPC Key 37, a standalone keyboard workstation that merges the iconic MPC production workflow with a synth-action 37-note keybed. This advanced production platform integrates sampling, sequencing, and synthesis into a streamlined, lightning-fast workflow, perfect for music creators. Featuring the familiar 16-pad layout, legendary MPC sounds and instruments, and versatile connectivity, MPC Key 37 allows seamless integration with outboard gear and computers. It ships with a rich collection of sounds, including 8 plug-in instruments like Hype and Odyssey, over 8GB of production-ready samples, and more than 1,000 presets. With 32GB internal storage, plus expandable options, your creative possibilities are limitless.
Designed with producers in mind, the MPC Key 37 boasts a responsive synth-action keybed with aftertouch, velocity-sensitive RGB pads, and the award-winning MPC Time Correct and Swing features. Its 7” multi-touch display and 4 Q Link knobs provide intuitive control, while the built-in 2 In/2 Out USB audio/MIDI interface ensures smooth recording and playback. Onboard Wi-Fi/Bluetooth supports wireless synchronization, and integration with modular setups is effortless via MIDI and CV/Gate connectivity. Paired with the included MPC2 software, which functions as a standalone DAW or VST/AU plugin, MPC Key 37 offers an all-in-one solution for modern music production.
- Iconic MPC standalone production centre in a new 37 note keyboard form
- Beat making workflow, sampling engine, sequencer, plug-in synths and onboard plug-in effects
- Includes over 8GB of sounds and instruments from Akai’s worldclass MPC plug-ins and expansion library
- Over 100 onboard high-quality studio quality effects and processors for creative production and mixing
- 37 note synth-action keybed with aftertouch, and separate pitch and modulation wheels
- 16 RGB Velocity/Pressure Sensitive MPC Drum Pads with poly aftertouch and 16 Levels
- 7” Colour touch screen with multi-touch & gestures plus 4 assignable
- Q Link knobs for Real-Time editing and performance
- Control your studio outboard with 2 x MIDI I/O and 8x CV/Gate outputs (via 4 TRS jacks)
- Sample and capture audio using the onboard line-level Inputs
- Download, plug-in and connect directly to Splice using the onboard Wi-Fi for wireless data transfer and updates
- Import large files and expand your disk space with the SD Card Reader
- Expand MPC KEY 37 with the Desktop MPC software, or use as a plug-in within your existing DAW
- MPC KEY 37 can be connected to your computer as a 2 In 2 Out USB audio interface with MIDI I/O