Akai MPC XL Standalone Sampler and Sequencer

A COMPLETE STUDIO CENTERPIECEThe flagship of all standalone music production systems, MPC XL is an all-in-one studio hub. Produce your entire album, drive your external hardware, and command your setup from one powerful instrument—no computer required.

POWERFUL PROCESSINGPowered by a new Gen 2 8-core processor with 16GB of RAM, MPC XL delivers four times the performance of previous MPCs. Load multiple plugin instruments, run complex sessions, and navigate your projects without interruption.

EXPANDED CREATIVE EXPRESSIONMPCe pads with 3D-sensing technology brings a new level of expression to beatmaking and production. Each pad features four distinct quadrants, enabling advanced X/Y control, sound morphing, looping, layering, and modulation for the most dynamic playing experience.

PRECISION CONTROL FOR EVERY WORKFLOWEasily view and access every element of your production with this system's 10.1” HD multi-gesture touchscreen with tilt. MPC XL has 16 Q-Link knobs, each with its own OLED display, providing clear visual feedback for mixing, editing, and sound design. XL Channel Command offers instant access to levels, sends, outputs, and recording parameters with a dedicated OLED and encoder for fast, intuitive navigation. An assignable performance touch-strip adds tactile control over FX, note repeats, faders, and more.

ADVANCED SEQUENCING TOOLSBuild, edit, and perform ideas with the integrated 16-step RGB function button sequencer. Whether you're crafting complex beats, sequencing external synths, or arranging clips, this system gives you complete control over your entire workflow.

DEEP I/O CONNECTIVITY CAPABILITIESConnect your entire studio with professional-grade I/O: dual XLR/TRS combo inputs with mic preamps and phantom power, dedicated instrument inputs for guitars and keyboards, eight individual line outputs for routing and mixing, and eight stereo 1/8” CV/Gate outputs providing 16 total CV channels. USB-C delivers 24 channels of audio I/O, 32 channels of MIDI, and seamless sampling from smart devices.

STORAGE AND SETUP THAT SCALES WITH YOUA 256GB internal SSD gives you plenty of space for projects, samples, instruments, and presets. With no computer needed and instant one-to-one function buttons for every major MPC XL feature, you can stay focused on creating instead of menu diving.

LOADED WITH INSPIRATIONJump straight into production with an extensive library of premium plugin instruments, effects, and samples. MPC XL's included software package offers a deep toolbox of inspiration for beatmakers, producers, finger drummers, DAWless performers, synthesists, and songwriters alike.