AKAI Professional MPC500 Portable Music Production Center

AKAI Professional MPC500 Portable Music Production Center

The AKAI Professional MPC500 Portable Music Production Center is a compact, battery‑powered groovebox designed for beatmakers, producers, and performing musicians who want classic MPC workflow in a highly portable form. Combining pressure‑sensitive pads, sequencing power, sampling capabilities, and hands‑on control, the MPC500 lets you create, arrange, and perform beats and tracks anywhere — without needing a computer.

Key Features:

Authentic MPC Workflow:
True to the legendary MPC lineage, the MPC500 offers sequencing, sampling, and performance tools with the tactile feel and responsive pads producers love.

Portable Design:
Battery‑powered operation and compact size make this unit ideal for mobile music production, live performance, and on‑the‑go creativity.

16 Velocity‑Sensitive Pads:
Responsive pads provide expressive input for finger drumming, triggering samples, and creating rhythms with dynamic feel.

Onboard Sequencer & Sampling:
Record and edit sequences, sample external audio sources through the inputs, and manipulate samples with classic MPC functions like trimming, looping, and editing.

Expandable Storage:
Uses removable media (SmartMedia/CompactFlash depending on version) to store patterns, samples, and projects — letting you build and recall your work easily.

Hands‑On Controls:
Dedicated knobs and transport controls give you immediate tactile access to key parameters for workflow‑focused production and performance.

Versatile Connectivity:
Inputs and outputs let you integrate the MPC500 with other gear, interfaces, or PA systems — perfect for studio setups and live rigs.

Additional Information:
Location: Located at our HWY 544 location.
Condition: Previously owned.