Akai Professional MPC Live III Retro Portable Standalone Music Production Center with Speakers

Product Information MPC Live III Retro is a powerful standalone music production center designed for beatmakers, producers, and live performers who want total creative freedom without a computer. It takes everything users love about MPC Live III and adds the classic Akai retro look and feel inspired by the iconic original MPCs from the late 1980s. Powered by MPC3 OS and a vibrant 7” multitouch display, MPC Live III Retro combines intuitive sampling, sequencing, and performance tools in a portable, all-in-one MPC workflow. This standalone workhorse features a next-generation Gen 2 8-core processor that delivers four times the processing power of MPC Live II. With 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, users can load larger projects, run more plugins, and work faster with a responsive, modern production experience built for today’s music creation. Designed for both studio and stage, MPC Live III Retro includes full-size expressive RGB MPCe pads with new 3D sensing technology, onboard stereo studio monitors, and a built-in high-quality microphone for instant sampling anywhere inspiration strikes. An internal rechargeable battery makes it easy to create, rehearse, and perform on the go, while comprehensive connectivity supports integration with modular gear, external instruments, and DAWs when needed. Key Features/Benefits Standalone Music Production Center—no computer required 7-inch multi-touch display with intuitive and easy navigation New MPCe pad technology for expressive beatmaking and performance 16-step sequencer with function buttons for instant electronic-style workflow Built-in microphone, stereo monitors, rechargeable battery for portability Performance touch-strip for dynamic real-time control MPC3 OS with powerful workflow with enhanced features New clip launch workflow for enhanced song arranging and performance Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity to enable wireless collaboration and file transfer Specifications Digital Audio System ADCs : 24-bit @ 44.1, 48, or 96 kHz DACs : 24-bit @ 44.1, 48, or 96 kHz Digital Signal Processing : 32-bit floating point Mic Inputs 1–2 Inputs : (2) balanced XLR+1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS Frequency Response : 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0.2 / -1.2 dB) Dynamic Range : 110.0 dB (A-weighted) SNR : 101.8 dB (1 kHz, +4 dBu, A-weighted) THD+N : 0.002% (1 kHz, +4 dBu, -1 dBFS) Preamp EIN : -131 dBu (max gain, 40 Ω source, A-weighted) Preamp EIN : -127 dBu (max gain, 150 Ω source, unweighted) Maximum Input Level : +13 dBu (XLR-Pad ON), -1 dBu (XLR-Pad OFF) Sensitivity : -46 dBu (XLR-Pad ON), -60 dBu (XLR-Pad OFF) Gain Range : 59 dB Line Inputs 1–2 Inputs : (2) balanced XLR+1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS Frequency Response : 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0.2 / -1.1 dB) Dynamic Range : 110.6 dB (A-weighted) SNR : 98.6 dB (1 kHz, +4 dBu, A-weighted) THD+N : 0.002% (1 kHz, +3 dBu, -1 dBFS) Maximum Input Level : +16 dBu Sensitivity : -20 dBu Gain Range : 36 dB Phono Inputs Inputs : (2) unbalanced RCA Dynamic Range : 92 dB (A-weighted, 135 mVrms @ 1 kHz, -1 dBFS, 20 Ω source) SNR : 79 dB (A-weighted, 4 mVrms @ 1 kHz, 20 Ω source) THD+N : 0.1% (1 kHz, -46 dBu, -1 dBFS) Maximum Input Level : 135 mVrms (1kHz) Sensitivity : 2.1 mVrms (1 kHz) Line Outputs 1–6 Outputs : (6) impedance-balanced 1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS Frequency Response : 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0.03 / -0.18 dB) Dynamic Range : 113.8 dB (A-weighted) THD+N : 0.003% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS) Maximum Output Level : +12 dBu Output Impedance : 100 Ω Headphone Output Output : (1) 1/4” (6.35 mm) stereo headphone Dynamic Range : 111.2 dB (A-weighted) THD+N : 0.006% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, 10 mW/channel into 32 Ω headphones) Frequency Response : 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0.03 / -0.19 dB) Maximum Power Delivered : +50 mW (<1% THD, 32 Ω headphones) Maximum Output Level : +11 dBu Output Impedance : 32 Ω Pads Pads : (16) velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads with 3D-sensing technology Banks : (8) banks accessible via Pad Bank buttons Knobs Q-Link Knobs : (4) 360° touch-sensitive Q-Link Knobs Q-Link Columns : (4) accessible via Q-Link button Encoder : (1) 360° encoder for display navigation and selection via push Volume Control : (1) 270° volume control Buttons Buttons : (60) dedicated function buttons; red-, amber-, or green-backlit Display Size (Diagonal) : 6.9” / 176 mm Display Area : 5.9” x 3.7” / 150 x 93 mm (width x height) Type : Full-color LED-backlit display with touch interface CPU Processor : Quad-core ARM® processor RAM : 8 GB Storage : 128 GB, expandable via SATA connections Connections Inputs : (2) 1/4” (6.35 mm) Combo XLR/TRS inputs (1 stereo pair) Outputs : (6) 1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS outputs (3 stereo pairs) Headphone : (1) 1/4” (6.35 mm) stereo headphone output RCA Inputs : (2) RCA inputs (1 stereo pair) MIDI : (2) 5-pin MIDI inputs MIDI : (2) 5-pin MIDI outputs CV/Gate : (4) Stereo 1/8” (3.5 mm) CV/Gate outputs USB : (2) USB Type-A ports USB : (1) USB Type-C® port Storage : (1) SD card slot Power : (1) power adapter input Drive Bay : (1) drive bay for 2.5” (635 mm) SATA drive Power Power Adapter : 19 V, 3.42 A, center-positive, included Battery : Lithium-ion, rechargeable, up to 3 hours of battery life with typical use Dimensions Dimensions (Inches) : 17.2” x 10.1” x 2.6” Dimensions (mm) : 435.9 x 256.0 x 67.1 mm Weight Weight : 8.6 lbs. Weight : 3.9 kg