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Sampling is what made the MPC famous, and the Akai MPC One has two line-level inputs that let you capture or record directly to tracks. You can even plug in a network cable for instant access with the Splice integration, great for pulling samples on the fly. It works just as well in a studio environment too, with plenty of connectivity to hook up external synthesizers, MIDI controllers, and studio monitors. For the producer who travels a lot, the tactile feel of an Akai MPC One could be a much better option than the laptop and midi controller combo.

A 7-inch multi-touch display gives you all the information you need to view and edit your productions and gives you an idea of just how compact this unit is. The core of the Akai MPC One lies in its 16 velocity-sensitive RGB beat pads, with which you can trigger anything from drum samples to full-on synthesizers.
