AKAI Professional MPC Key 37
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AKAI Professional
MPC Key 37
Product Info
Article Number:
584578
Brand:
AKAI Professional
Model:
MPC Key 37
Category:
General Synthesizers
Price:
$845.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The MPC Key 37 is a seriously powerful, portable MPC workstation. It’s ideal for producers and beatmakers wanting a standalone sequencing and synthesis experience, especially those already familiar with the MPC workflow. The keys are a bit shallow, but the feature set and integration are remarkable for its size.
Product Description
- AKAI Professional MPC Key 37
- Standalone MPC synthesiser keyboard
- 37 Lightly weight keys
- velocity sensitive and with aftertouch
- Pitch- and Modulation wheels
- 16 Velocity-sensitive RGB pads (8 pad banks) with polyphonic aftertouch
- More than 1000 preset sounds and 8 plug-in instruments (more than 10GB content)
- 32 GB internal memory
- 100 Multi-effect algorithms
- 7" Colour multi-touch display with gesture control
- 4 Q-Link encoders
- Quad Core processor with 2GB RAM
- MPC DAW with MIDI and audio recording
- WLAN and Bluetooth-capable
- 8 CV/gate outputs for 3.5 mm TRS cables (compatible with mono TS cables)
- 2 USB 3.0 inputs for USB mass storage devices or MIDI controllers (1 x type A
- 1 x type B)
- DMX input and output: 5-pin XLR
- 2 x Line inputs: 6.3 mm jack
- 2 x Line outputs: 6.3 mm jack
- Headphone output: 6.3 mm TRS jack
- 3 Inputs for pedals and footswitches: 6.3 mm jack
- SD-Card Slot
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 582 x 314 x 104 mm
- Weight: 4.0 kg
- Includes power supply unit (12 V DC
- 3.0 A)
- Quickstart Guide and MPC2 Desktop DAW for Mac and PC (download)
PROS
- • Excellent standalone sequencing capabilities, a true MPC experience.
- • Velocity-sensitive keys with aftertouch offer expressive performance.
- • Integrated synth engine and effects provide deep sound design options.
- • The 7” touchscreen simplifies navigation and workflow.
CONS
- • The 37-key action, while playable, isn’t a full-sized piano feel.
- • Limited RAM compared to desktop MPC units can restrict large projects.
- • Workflow, while powerful, has a steeper learning curve than simpler synths.
Product Video
Key Features
Keys
37
Key Type
Velocity-sensitive with aftertouch
Synthesis Type
Hybrid (Sample-based & Virtual Analog)
Polyphony
Variable, dependent on project complexity (estimated 128 voices max)
Effects
100 Multi-effect algorithms (reverb, delay, distortion, etc.)
Connections
2 x Line Inputs/Outputs, 8 CV/Gate, USB 3.0 (Type A & B), DMX, Bluetooth, WLAN
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs (3.9 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 37-key action is lighter and shallower, more akin to a synth action than a weighted piano. It's playable, but lacks the depth for serious piano playing.
No, the MPC Key 37 uses its internal instruments and effects; it doesn't directly support external VST plugins.
While 32GB is generous, extremely large sample libraries and complex arrangements can still push the limits. Careful project management is recommended.
