Samplers / Sampling

The latest version of Flex Beat aims to provide a fast, inspirational and practical solution for enhancing beat-based music production.

Akai are celebrating 35 years of their MPC platform with the release of a new version of their flagship instrument that boasts a retro look along with increased processing power and storage. 

David Caulfield has launched a Kickstarter campaign to fund the production of a book detailing the development of the Akai Professional products that put sampling and sequencing into the reach of musicians. 

A new feature update for Akai's MPC units is on the way, bringing with it a new browser, plug-ins and MIDI capabilities. 

New version 3.1 firmware adds direct-from-disk streaming, compatibility with class compliant audio interfaces, and much more.

Available now, this hybrid hardware/software setup includes a pad-based controller designed to work with Akai's MPC2 desktop app.

Akai's new beat-creation system includes built-in speakers, a rechargeable battery, CV/gate outputs, and more.

Akai give MPC X /MPC Live owners and MPC Software 2 users three brand new synths to play with as well as user-requested features such as an arpeggiator, an autosampler and real-time crossfade looping for sample playback.

In recent years Akai's reigning champ of hardware sampling, the MPC, has become increasingly reliant...