Akai MPC One G2

Akai MPC One G2 – standalone MPC with 8-core processor and MPC3 OS

Akai MPC One G2 is a next-generation standalone music production center that builds on the classic MPC workflow in a compact and powerful format. With a new G2 8-core processor, built-in MPC3 OS and the iconic MPC pad feel, it is designed for producers who want to create beats, arrange tracks, record audio and work without a computer.

The upgraded processor delivers faster project loading, support for larger sessions and smoother production directly in the hardware. MPC One G2 can handle up to 32 plugin instances, 16 stereo audio tracks, Pro Stems, Super Timestretch and extensive USB-C integration for DAW streaming, sampling and external devices.

Overview and features

Standalone production with MPC3 OS

MPC One G2 can be used completely standalone without a computer and comes with built-in MPC3 OS. It gives you a modern MPC workflow for sampling, sequencing, beatmaking, arranging and production directly from the unit, with quick access to pads, plugins, audio tracks and project functions.

G2 8-core processor for larger projects

The new G2 Multicore processor delivers significantly more power than the first-generation MPC One. This enables faster loading, support for up to 32 plugin instances and 16 stereo audio tracks, giving you more headroom for complex arrangements and larger productions.

USB-C, DAW streaming and modern integration

Via USB-C, MPC One G2 can stream 24 channels of audio and 32 channels of MIDI to and from your DAW of choice in standalone mode. It can also sample from USB-C compatible Android and iOS devices, as well as support USB-C flash drives, class-compliant audio devices and MIDI devices.

Specifications

• Product: Akai MPC One G2
• Type: Standalone music production center / sampler / sequencer
• Operating system: Built-in MPC3 OS
• Processor: G2 8-core processor
• Performance: 4 x the power compared to the first-generation MPC One
• Operation: Standalone, no computer required
• Pads: Legendary MPC pads
• Plugin support: Up to 32 plugin instances
• Audio tracks: 16 stereo audio tracks
• RAM: 4 GB
• Internal storage: 64 GB
• Connection: USB-C
• DAW streaming: 24 channels of audio and 32 channels of MIDI via USB-C in standalone mode
• Sampling: Can sample from USB-C compatible Android and iOS devices
• USB storage: Support for USB-C flash drives
• USB devices: Support for class-compliant audio and MIDI devices
• Pro Stems: Supports Pro Stems desktop algorithm, Stems license required
• Super Timestretch: Real-time Super Timestretch / Re-Pitch, Pro Pack required
• Clip Launching: Supports Clip Launching, Pro Pack required
• USB audio: Expanded USB audio functionality
• Ableton integration: Easy import and export of Ableton projects
• Workflow: Faster project loading and expanded production possibilities
• Use: Beatmaking, sampling, sequencing, production, live use, DAW integration, standalone work and electronic music production

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