Akai MPC One G2 is a compact second-generation standalone music production center powered by a G2 8-core processor delivering four times the processing performance of its predecessor. Retaining the iconic MPC One form factor with a 7-inch touch screen and 16 pads, the G2 adds 4 GB of RAM, 64 GB of internal storage and the MPC3 operating system with a Linear Arranger, giving producers a complete environment for computer-free creation from beat-making to a finished track.
Four times the power in the same footprint
The previous MPC One was praised for its sound and layout but criticised for a processor that struggled under complex projects. The G2 addresses this at the foundation: the G2 8-core processor — the same platform as the MPC Live III and MPC XL — paired with 4 GB of RAM handles up to 32 simultaneous plugin instances and up to 16 stereo audio tracks in standalone. Project load times drop dramatically and navigating libraries and synthesizers becomes responsive. Disk Streaming lets you manage larger projects without saturating the operating memory.
MPC3 OS and flexible integration
The MPC3 system with Linear Arranger introduces a DAW-style arrangement view for building full song structures directly on the hardware. Ableton Live Control Mode and native Ableton project import and export integrate the MPC One G2 into a computer-based setup in one step. USB-C carries 24 channels of audio and 32 channels of MIDI simultaneously, and also enables sampling directly from a phone or tablet. Nine CV/Gate outputs serve modular rigs, and Wi-Fi and Bluetooth provide wireless connectivity. Included are 11 instrument plugins, 9 expansion packs and over 20 GB of production-ready sounds.
KEY FEATURES
- Second-generation standalone music production center
- G2 8-core processor, four times faster than the predecessor
- 4 GB RAM, 64 GB internal storage
- Up to 32 simultaneous plugin instances and 16 audio tracks in standalone
- MPC3 OS with Linear Arranger and Disk Streaming
- 7-inch multi-touch screen, 16 velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads
- USB-C: 24 audio channels and 32 MIDI channels over a single cable
- 9 CV/Gate outputs for modular integration
- Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, Ableton Live Control Mode
- Included: 11 plugins, 9 expansions, over 20 GB of sounds
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Manufacturer: Akai Professional
- Type: standalone music production center
- Processor: G2 8-core
- RAM: 4 GB
- Internal storage: 64 GB (expandable via SATA SSD and SD card)
- Display: 7-inch colour multitouch
- Pads: 16, velocity- and pressure-sensitive
- Project capacity: up to 32 plugins, up to 16 stereo audio tracks
- USB-C: 24 audio channels, 32 MIDI channels
- MIDI: In/Out/Thru (5-pin DIN)
- CV/Gate: 9 outputs
- Audio I/O: 2 combo XLR/TRS inputs, 4 TRS line outputs, headphone output
- Wireless: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
- OS: MPC3 (version 3.9)
- Included content: 11 instrument plugins, 9 expansions, over 20 GB of sounds
