Akai Professional MPX8

Compact MIDI sample player and controller with 8 sensitive pads

• Standalone sample player with loading from SD/SDHC card
• 8 backlit pads sensitive to velocity and pressure
• Full MIDI control via USB and traditional MIDI connections
• Ready-to-use sound library included
• Software editor for sample management and assignment
• Balanced stereo audio output and dedicated headphone output
• Compact, lightweight design ideal for live and studio use
• Perfect for performance, DJ sets, theater and broadcasting

Akai Professional MPX8: versatile sample player and MIDI controller

Akai Professional MPX8 is a compact and intuitive standalone sample player designed to offer maximum flexibility in live and studio settings. With the ability to load samples directly from SD card, it is an immediate solution for triggering sounds, effects and loops without the need for a computer.

Sensitive MPC pads for dynamic performances

Equipped with 8 backlit velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads, MPX8 allows expressive and precise control. Each pad can be assigned to a different sample, allowing dynamic and customized performances.

Instant sample triggering

Samples can be loaded and played instantly, making the device ideal for live sets, DJs, theatrical sound effects and broadcast use.

Ease of use and instant workflow

MPX8 is designed to be quick and easy to use. The learning curve is extremely low, allowing even inexperienced users to start working with audio samples right away.

Software editor included

With the dedicated software editor, you can easily organize and assign samples to pads, optimizing workflow and sound management.

Full studio and live connectivity

Despite its compact size, Akai MPX8 offers full connectivity, including USB, traditional MIDI and professional audio outputs. This makes it perfect for integrating into any setup.

Integration with professional setups

It can be used both as a standalone unit and as a MIDI controller, adapting to recording studios, live performances and professional audio installations.

Specifications.

• Pads: 8 backlit pads sensitive to velocity and pressure
• Storage support: SD/SDHC cards (not included)
• Connections: USB, MIDI In/Out
• Audio outputs: stereo balanced 1/4" TRS
• Headphone output: 1/8"
• Software: editor for sample management
• Library: sounds included
• Dimensions: 294 x 102 x 33 mm
• Weight: 0.45 kg