Akai MPC Sample Compact Music Production Controller

For nearly 40 years, MPCs have shaped the sound and culture of modern music production. We made MPC Sample to carry this legacy forward, bringing the art of sampling to a whole new generation of creatives. Compact and intuitive, this innovative instrument—equal parts idea generator and production station—invites you to experience the iconic MPC workflow in a format unlike any other.

Legendary Sampling, Simplified

Inspired by the classic MPC60 design, this portable sampler, sequencer, and effects processor puts the iconic workflow of vintage MPCs into a compact, modern format with features that empower limitless creativity.

Legendary MPC pads, a full-color display, and simple creative controls encourage hands-on sampling, looping, and beatmaking right out of the box. For immediate idea generation, this standalone hardware comes with over 100 kits, inspiring pad and knobs effects, and an intuitive chopping workflow.

MPC Sample is equipped with all the storage and connectivity options you need. A rechargeable lithium-ion battery, microSD card storage, an onboard sequencer, an internal microphone, a built-in speaker, and USB-C connection make it easy and convenient to record, edit, and play back audio on the go—no computer or DAW required.

YOUR GATEWAY TO THE WORLD OF MPC

This compact, all-in-one sampler opens the door to the iconic MPC workflow for a new generation of creatives. Powerful yet approachable, it gives you all the essential beatmaking, sampling, and sequencing tools in a format that fits any setup and creative environment. Whether you're sketching ideas on the fly or producing full tracks, MPC Sample delivers the hands-on control and legendary feel of a vintage MPC—simplified.

Made for On-the-Go Use

MPC Sample’s battery-powered design with built-in speaker and microphone empowers users to create and record anytime, anywhere.

Sleek, Hands-On Workflow

Responsive MPC pads, intuitive controls, and a full-color display make producing and beatmaking fast and fun for all skill levels.

Loaded with Onboard Effects

Access four onboard FX engines for real-time sample flips and resampling with 60 creative FX types, including Flex Beat, Color Compressor, Vinyl Emulations, and Tape Emulations.

Instant Inspiration at Your Fingertips

This compact creative tool comes loaded with over 100 artist and producer drum kits, four creative effect engines, and an intuitive chopping workflow to spark ideas immediately.

Fully Standalone Operation

MPC Sample is a complete standalone solution for recording, sequencing, producing, and performing—with the option to connect external gear easily via USB-C and MIDI.

Compact and Connected

Powerful I/O, plenty of storage, USB-C providing audio/MIDI connectivity, and smart device sampling in one handheld unit allows for a full production experience without complexity.

Versatile for Any Genre or Style

MPC Sample is designed for beatmakers, sample-based producers, singer-songwriters, live performers, DAWless jammers, indie creators, and beginner/hobbyist musicians seeking a new form of inspiration and expression.

MPC sample WITH DIBIA$E

We linked up with producer, Dibia$e in Los Angeles to explore his roots in the city through MPC Sample, telling stories and capturing real sounds from the record store to the skate park and turning them into beats.

Technical Specifications

• Product Type Standalone sampler, sequencer & effects processor
• Pads 16 RGB velocity-sensitive pads with poly aftertouch
• Display 2.4" full-color screen
• Controls 3 rotary encoders + MPC-style fader
• Sound Engine Disk-streaming sample engine
• Polyphony Up to 8 banks × 16 pads (varies by project)
• Sampling Built-in mic + line input + USB sampling
• Sample Editing Chop, trim, time-stretch, pitch shift
• Effects ~60 effects, 4 FX processors
• Sequencer Onboard step sequencer + song mode
• Internal Storage 8 GB
• RAM 2 GB
• Expandable Storage microSD card support
• Audio Inputs 1 × Stereo TRS input
• Audio Outputs 1 × Stereo TRS output
• Headphones 1 × 3.5 mm output
• MIDI MIDI In/Out (via adapter)
• USB USB-C (audio + MIDI over USB)
• Sync Clock sync output
• Speaker Built-in mono speaker
• Microphone Built-in sampling mic
• Battery Rechargeable lithium-ion (~5 hours)
• Power USB-C / internal battery
• Dimensions Compact tabletop design
• Weight Lightweight portable unit
• Included Content 100+ drum kits & samples

  What is the MPC Sample?
A: The MPC Sample is a compact, standalone music production device made by Akai that lets you create beats using samples—without needing a computer.

  Is Akai MPC Sample good for beginners?
A: The MPC Sample is perfect for beginners because it’s simple, portable, and focused on creativity—not complexity.

• Easy to learn
• Fun to use
• Great entry into MPC workflow

  Can MPC Sample work without a computer?
A: Yes — it works completely without a computer.

  What kind of music can you make with MPC Sample?
A: You can make almost any genre that uses samples and beats — especially rhythm-driven music.

  Can you perform live with the MPC Sample?
A: Yes — you can absolutely perform live with it.

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