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7 articles tagged Akai.

Akai MPC 3.9 oscillator synth engine update on a standalone MPC
Production

Akai MPC 3.9: The Update That Turns Your MPC Into a Synth

Akai MPC 3.9 adds a built-in oscillator synth engine, hybrid keygroups, new Arrange tools, and flexible time signatures. Here's what's new and if it matters.

Dubspot TeamJun 23, 20263 min read
Akai MPC One G2 and MPC Key 37 G2 standalone grooveboxes
Hardware

Akai MPC One G2 and MPC Key 37 G2: What's New and Is It Worth It?

Akai's MPC One G2 and MPC Key 37 G2 add an 8-core CPU, 64GB storage, and the MPC 3.9 OS synthesis engine. What's new, the price, and who should upgrade.

Dubspot TeamJun 22, 20263 min read
Best Drum Machines — and Grooveboxes in 2026
Hardware

Best Drum Machines and Grooveboxes in 2026: A Buyer's Guide

Our 2026 guide to the best drum machines and grooveboxes, comparing the Roland TR-8S, Elektron Digitakt II, Akai MPC One+ and more by sound, use, and price.

Dubspot TeamJun 12, 20268 min read
Best MIDI Keyboards in 2026 — Picks for Every Studio
Hardware

Best MIDI Keyboards in 2026: Top Picks for Every Studio and Budget

An honest 2026 guide to the best MIDI keyboards, comparing Akai, Arturia, Novation and Native Instruments on keybed feel, pads, DAW control and MPE.

Dubspot TeamJun 12, 20267 min read
Akai MPC 3.8 firmware update on MPC standalone hardware and MPC Sample
Hardware

Akai MPC 3.8 Firmware: The MPC Sample Joins the Family

Akai's free MPC 3.8 firmware connects the new MPC Sample to the standalone lineup, ports five effects across, and tightens the studio-to-couch workflow.

Dubspot TeamMay 1, 20263 min read
Akai MPC Sample — portable battery-powered standalone hardware sampler from Akai Professional
Hardware

Akai MPC Sample Review: A Portable, Battery-Powered Standalone Sampler That Channels the MPC60

The Akai MPC Sample brings 16 RGB pads, 60 effects, a 5-hour battery, built-in mic and speaker, and classic MPC workflow to a $399 portable standalone.

Dubspot TeamApr 28, 20265 min read
Leaked image of Akai MPC XL flagship standalone workstation with 10-inch touchscreen and MPCe pads
Hardware

Akai MPC XL Leaked: Flagship Standalone Workstation Coming in January?

Leaked images reveal Akai's rumored MPC XL flagship workstation featuring a 10-inch display, MPCe pads, and CV/Gate connectivity. Expected January 2026.

Dubspot TeamDec 22, 20254 min read

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