CUMBERLAND, R.I. (March 24, 2026) — Akai Professional® today introduced MPC Sample™, its most accessible standalone sampler yet, bringing the iconic MPC workflow to a portable, battery-powered device designed for creators of any skill level. Inspired by classic MPC systems like the MPC60, MPC Sample allows producers to sample, chop, and build beats anywhere. No computer required.
For nearly four decades, MPCs have shaped the sound of modern music production from the golden era of hip-hop to today’s global hits. MPC Sample continues that legacy by delivering the hands-on MPC workflow in a battery-powered device designed for spontaneous creativity, whether at home, on the road, or in the studio.
PORTABLE BEATMAKING, ANYWHERE
MPC Sample is built for creativity wherever inspiration strikes. The compact device fits easily into a backpack, making it ideal for beatmaking on the couch, backstage, or on the move. A rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides up to five hours of continuous use, while a built-in speaker and internal microphone allow producers to capture ideas without additional gear.
A 2.4-inch full-color display provides waveform editing for precise sample manipulation, while 2 GB RAM, 8 GB internal storage, and microSD expansion provide ample space for projects and sounds.
HANDS-ON MPC WORKFLOW
At the heart of MPC Sample are 16 RGB-backlit velocity-sensitive MPC pads with poly aftertouch, delivering the expressive feel producers expect from classic MPC systems.
Three real-time control knobs and a legacy MPC parameter fader provide immediate tactile control, while advanced built-in features and effects enable deep sample manipulation and sound shaping. Instant Sample Chop Mode automatically divides samples into playable sections, real-time Timestretch and Repitch adjustment give users total creative flexibility, and internal resampling with built-in effects makes it easy to flip samples and build beats in minutes.
A simplified control layout ensures key functions are always within reach, keeping the creative flow uninterrupted.
BUILT-IN SOUNDS AND EFFECTS
MPC Sample includes 60 effect types spread across 4 engines, including:
- Pad FX
- Knob FX
- FlexBeat
- Color-Compressor
More than 100 factory kits provide inspiration across genres including hip-hop, house, drum & bass, and lo-fi.
DESIGNED FOR MODERN PRODUCTION
Despite its compact design, MPC Sample integrates easily into larger setups. Stereo inputs and outputs, MIDI connectivity, and USB-C support allow the device to connect with hardware rigs, DAWs, and smart devices.
“MPC Sample represents a new chapter for the MPC legacy,” said Andy Mac, Brand Director at Akai Professional. “For decades, MPCs have been the foundation of modern music production, and now we’re opening the door wider than ever. MPC Sample gives anyone, whether they’ve never made a beat or they’ve been producing and sampling for years, the same iconic workflow that shaped entire genres, in a format they can take anywhere.”
KEY FEATURES:
Performance & Sound
- 16 RGB velocity-sensitive MPC pads with poly aftertouch
- 32 stereo voices of polyphony with disk streaming
- MPC Sequencer with Real-Time Swing (960 PPQN)
- Instant Sample Chop Mode
- Real-time Timestretch and Repitch
- Internal resampling with FX
- Over 100 factory kits included
Effects
- 4 effects engines with 60 effect types
- Pad FX
- Knob FX
- FlexBeat
- Color-Compressor
Interface
- 2.4" full-color LCD with waveform editing
- 3 real-time control knobs
- Legacy MPC parameter fader
- MPC Note Repeat, Sequence Recall, and Sample Recall
Portability
- Rechargeable lithium-ion battery (up to 5 hours)
- Built-in 3-watt speaker
- Internal microphone
- Compact footprint: 23.6 × 19.4 × 5.0 cm
Connectivity
- 2 × 1/4" TRS inputs
- 2 × 1/4" TRS outputs
- 1/8" headphone output
- MIDI In/Out
- Sync Out
- USB-C power, MIDI, audio I/O, and file transfer
Storage
- 2 GB RAM
- 8 GB internal storage
- microSD card expansion
Software Compatibility
- Standalone operation, no computer required
- MPC Sample projects load directly into MPC3
- Supports WAV, MP3, AIFF, FLAC, OGG, and more
AVAILABILITY AND PRICING
The Akai Professional MPC Sample is available now for £349, €399, and $399 USD through authorized dealers and select music retailers worldwide.
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ABOUT AKAI PROFESSIONAL
For over four decades, Akai Professional has been at the forefront of modern music production, delivering iconic tools that have shaped entire genres. From its early innovations in sampling and sequencing to today's cutting-edge standalone systems, Akai Professional continues to redefine how music is created, performed, and produced. Trusted by the world's leading artists, producers, and creators, Akai Professional remains a driving force in the evolution of sound.
MEDIA CONTACT
JESSUP PR, inmusic@jessuppr.com
Akai Professional® and MPC® and MPC Sample™ are trademarks of inMusic Brands, Inc.
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