Akai MPC Key 37 Gen 2 Music Production Center Keyboard
Overview
Akai's MPC Key 37 G2 is a next-generation standalone MPC keyboard synthesizer built for producers and beatmakers who write on keys but rely on the speed and precision of the MPC workflow. Visually inspired by the iconic cream colorway of original MPCs from the late '80s, it combines a 37 key synth action keybed with pitch and mod wheels, legendary MPC pads, and a powerful standalone production engine to bring melody, harmony, rhythm, and sampling into a single instrument.
MPC Key 37 G2 with Zaytoven - Akai Professional:
Powered by MPC3 OS and a new G2 8 core processor delivering four times the performance of the previous generation, MPC Key 37 G2 enables larger sessions, 16 audio tracks for recording vocals to external synths, and 32 plugin instances for deeper instrument capability. Increased RAM and internal storage allow projects to load faster and run smoothly, no matter how complex.
At the center of the workflow is a 7 inch multitouch display running MPC3's modern track based environment and Linear Arranger, designed to help producers move beyond loops and build complete songs entirely in hardware. Sampling from phones, tablets, and external gear via USB C makes it easy to capture ideas and instantly turn them into playable instruments.
With one cable USB C connectivity for audio, MIDI, and data, MPC Key 37 G2 integrates effortlessly into hybrid studios while remaining fully standalone for distraction free creation. Combining expressive playability, modern standalone… read more power, and processing performance, MPC Key 37 G2 is the MPC made for keys players ready to take on full productions.
- Modern Workflow: Includes MPC3 OS with a modern, track based workflow and Linear Arranger for DAW style song building in standalone
- Keys + Pads Integration: Combines a 37 key synth action keybed with legendary MPC pads for complete musical input
- G2 Processing Power: Four times the processing performance enables larger, more complex standalone sessions
- Expanded Audio Tracks: Supports up to 16 stereo audio tracks for full song production on hardware
- Advanced Plugin Capacity: Runs up to 32 plugin instruments for richer, more layered productions
- One Cable Studio Connectivity: USB C provides 24x24 audio streaming and expanded MIDI, and host and support over a single connection
- Hybrid DAW Integration: Includes Ableton Live Control Mode plus Ableton project import/export
- Fast Sampling Workflows: Sample directly from phones, tablets, and external devices via USB C
- Expanded Factory Content: Ships with an upgraded sound library and bundled instrument plugins for immediate creativity
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MPC Key 37 G2 with Zaytoven - Akai Professional:
Powered by MPC3 OS and a new G2 8 core processor delivering four times the performance of the previous generation, MPC Key 37 G2 enables larger sessions, 16 audio tracks for recording vocals to external synths, and 32 plugin instances for deeper instrument capability. Increased RAM and internal storage allow projects to load faster and run smoothly, no matter how complex.
At the center of the workflow is a 7 inch multitouch display running MPC3's modern track based environment and Linear Arranger, designed to help producers move beyond loops and build complete songs entirely in hardware. Sampling from phones, tablets, and external gear via USB C makes it easy to capture ideas and instantly turn them into playable instruments.
With one cable USB C connectivity for audio, MIDI, and data, MPC Key 37 G2 integrates effortlessly into hybrid studios while remaining fully standalone for distraction free creation. Combining expressive playability, modern standalone… read more power, and processing performance, MPC Key 37 G2 is the MPC made for keys players ready to take on full productions.
Features:
- Standalone Production: Empowers users to create, arrange, and finish full tracks without a computer- Modern Workflow: Includes MPC3 OS with a modern, track based workflow and Linear Arranger for DAW style song building in standalone
- Keys + Pads Integration: Combines a 37 key synth action keybed with legendary MPC pads for complete musical input
- G2 Processing Power: Four times the processing performance enables larger, more complex standalone sessions
- Expanded Audio Tracks: Supports up to 16 stereo audio tracks for full song production on hardware
- Advanced Plugin Capacity: Runs up to 32 plugin instruments for richer, more layered productions
- One Cable Studio Connectivity: USB C provides 24x24 audio streaming and expanded MIDI, and host and support over a single connection
- Hybrid DAW Integration: Includes Ableton Live Control Mode plus Ableton project import/export
- Fast Sampling Workflows: Sample directly from phones, tablets, and external devices via USB C
- Expanded Factory Content: Ships with an upgraded sound library and bundled instrument plugins for immediate creativity
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Specs
- Digital Audio System
- ADCs: 24-bit
- DACs: 24-bit
- Digital Signal Processing: 32-bit floating point
- Line Inputs (1-2)
- Connectors: (2) balanced 1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS or unbalanced 1/4" (6.35 mm) TS
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (+0.2/0.5 dB)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 107 dB (1 kHz, +6 dBV, A-weighted)
- THD+N: 0.004% (1 kHz, +6 dBV, 0 dBFS)
- Max Input Level: +12 dBV
- Sensitivity: 10 dBV
- Gain Range: 27 dB
- Line Outputs (1-2)
- Connectors: (2) impedance-balanced 1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (+0.2/0.5 dB)
- Dynamic Range: 112 dB (A-weighted)
- THD+N: 0.004% (1 kHz, 0 dBFS)
- Maximum Output Level: +6 dBV
- Output Impedance: 100 ohms
- Headphone Output
- Connection: (1) 1/8" (3.5 mm) stereo headphone output
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (+0.2/0.5 dB)
- Dynamic Range: 112 dB (A-weighted)
- THD+N: 0.006% (1 kHz, 10 mW per channel into 32 ohms)
- Maximum Output Level: 40 mW RMS (per channel into 32 ohms)
- Mechanical
- Keys: 37 synth-action keys with aftertouch
- Wheels: Pitch bend and modulation wheel
- Pads:
(16) velocity- and pressure-sensitive RGB-backlit pads
(8) banks accessible via Pad Bank buttons
- Knobs:
(4) 360 degrees touch-sensitive Q-Link knobs
(4) Q-Link knob columns accessible via Q-Link button
360 degrees data encoder with push function
- Buttons: (38) dedicated function buttons, white/red/green backlit
- Display: 7" (177 mm diagonal) full-color LED-backlit touchscreen
- CPU
- Processor: Eight-core ARM processor
- RAM: 4 GB
- Internal Storage: 64 GB
- File System Compatibility
- File Systems:
exFAT (read/write, recommended)
FAT32 (read/write)
NTFS (read/write)
EXT4 (read/write)
HFS+ (read only)
- Audio Formats: AIF/AIFF, FLAC, MP3, OGG, WAV
- Wireless
- Wi Fi Frequency: 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
- Wi Fi Standard: 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
- Wi Fi Max Power:
- 2.4 GHz: +17 dBm
- 5 GHz: +17 dBm
- Bluetooth Version: 5
- Bluetooth Profile: HID
- Bluetooth Max Power: +10 dBm
- Connections
(2) 1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS inputs (1 stereo pair)
1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS sustain pedal input (TS compatible)
1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS footswitch pedal input (TS compatible)
1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS expression pedal input (TS compatible)
1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS outputs (1 stereo pair)
1/4" (6.35 mm) stereo headphone output
1/8" (3.5 mm) TRS CV/Gate jacks (8 outputs total)
USB 3.0 Type A host port
USB 3.0 Type C host/device port
5 pin MIDI input
5 pin MIDI output
Power adapter input
- Utility
- Power: 12 V, 3 A, center positive (via included power adapter)
- Dimensions (WxDxH):
- Imperial: 22.9" x 12.4" x 3.3"
- Metric: 58.2 x 31.5 x 8.5 cm
- Weight:
- Imperial: 9.61 lbs
- Metric: 4.36 kg
- ADCs: 24-bit
- DACs: 24-bit
- Digital Signal Processing: 32-bit floating point
- Line Inputs (1-2)
- Connectors: (2) balanced 1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS or unbalanced 1/4" (6.35 mm) TS
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (+0.2/0.5 dB)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 107 dB (1 kHz, +6 dBV, A-weighted)
- THD+N: 0.004% (1 kHz, +6 dBV, 0 dBFS)
- Max Input Level: +12 dBV
- Sensitivity: 10 dBV
- Gain Range: 27 dB
- Line Outputs (1-2)
- Connectors: (2) impedance-balanced 1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (+0.2/0.5 dB)
- Dynamic Range: 112 dB (A-weighted)
- THD+N: 0.004% (1 kHz, 0 dBFS)
- Maximum Output Level: +6 dBV
- Output Impedance: 100 ohms
- Headphone Output
- Connection: (1) 1/8" (3.5 mm) stereo headphone output
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (+0.2/0.5 dB)
- Dynamic Range: 112 dB (A-weighted)
- THD+N: 0.006% (1 kHz, 10 mW per channel into 32 ohms)
- Maximum Output Level: 40 mW RMS (per channel into 32 ohms)
- Mechanical
- Keys: 37 synth-action keys with aftertouch
- Wheels: Pitch bend and modulation wheel
- Pads:
(16) velocity- and pressure-sensitive RGB-backlit pads
(8) banks accessible via Pad Bank buttons
- Knobs:
(4) 360 degrees touch-sensitive Q-Link knobs
(4) Q-Link knob columns accessible via Q-Link button
360 degrees data encoder with push function
- Buttons: (38) dedicated function buttons, white/red/green backlit
- Display: 7" (177 mm diagonal) full-color LED-backlit touchscreen
- CPU
- Processor: Eight-core ARM processor
- RAM: 4 GB
- Internal Storage: 64 GB
- File System Compatibility
- File Systems:
exFAT (read/write, recommended)
FAT32 (read/write)
NTFS (read/write)
EXT4 (read/write)
HFS+ (read only)
- Audio Formats: AIF/AIFF, FLAC, MP3, OGG, WAV
- Wireless
- Wi Fi Frequency: 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
- Wi Fi Standard: 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
- Wi Fi Max Power:
- 2.4 GHz: +17 dBm
- 5 GHz: +17 dBm
- Bluetooth Version: 5
- Bluetooth Profile: HID
- Bluetooth Max Power: +10 dBm
- Connections
(2) 1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS inputs (1 stereo pair)
1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS sustain pedal input (TS compatible)
1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS footswitch pedal input (TS compatible)
1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS expression pedal input (TS compatible)
1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS outputs (1 stereo pair)
1/4" (6.35 mm) stereo headphone output
1/8" (3.5 mm) TRS CV/Gate jacks (8 outputs total)
USB 3.0 Type A host port
USB 3.0 Type C host/device port
5 pin MIDI input
5 pin MIDI output
Power adapter input
- Utility
- Power: 12 V, 3 A, center positive (via included power adapter)
- Dimensions (WxDxH):
- Imperial: 22.9" x 12.4" x 3.3"
- Metric: 58.2 x 31.5 x 8.5 cm
- Weight:
- Imperial: 9.61 lbs
- Metric: 4.36 kg
Dimensions and Weight in Packaging
Base Item
- Shipping Weight: 13.01 lbs
- Shipping Dimensions: 30 x 18 x 7 in
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): MPCKEY37GEN2XUS
Documents and Manuals
For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 401-658-4032
Web: http://www.akaipro.com/support
Phone: 401-658-4032
Web: http://www.akaipro.com/support
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