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product_id: 487034392
title: "MPC Key 61 - Standalone Music Production Synthesizer Keyboard with Touch Screen, 16 Drum Pads, 20+ Sound Engines, Semi Weighted Keys"
brand: "akai professional"
price: "16874 Lei"
currency: RON
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reviews_count: 5
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# 61 semi-weighted keys for expressive play 7-inch multi-touch display for intuitive control 16 velocity-sensitive MPC pads on 8 banks MPC Key 61 - Standalone Music Production Synthesizer Keyboard with Touch Screen, 16 Drum Pads, 20+ Sound Engines, Semi Weighted Keys

**Brand:** akai professional
**Price:** 16874 Lei
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Your all-in-one portable studio for next-level music creation

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** MPC Key 61 - Standalone Music Production Synthesizer Keyboard with Touch Screen, 16 Drum Pads, 20+ Sound Engines, Semi Weighted Keys by akai professional
- **How much does it cost?** 16874 Lei with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ro](https://www.desertcart.ro/products/487034392-mpc-key-61-standalone-music-production-synthesizer-keyboard-with-touch)

## Best For

- akai professional enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted akai professional brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Standalone Powerhouse:** Produce and perform anywhere—no computer needed.
- • **Future-Proof & Portable:** WiFi, Bluetooth, Ableton Link + 32GB storage with SSD bay for endless creativity.
- • **Limitless Sound Palette:** Access 20+ sound engines & 6000+ customizable sounds.
- • **Studio-Grade Connectivity:** Plug in guitars, mics, MIDI devices, and expand storage via SSD.
- • **Pro Workflow at Your Fingertips:** MPC3 software with enhanced modes and seamless plugin control.

## Overview

The AKAI Professional MPC Key 61 is a cutting-edge standalone music production keyboard featuring 61 semi-weighted keys, a 7-inch multi-touch display, and 16 velocity-sensitive MPC pads. It integrates over 20 sound engines with 6000+ customizable sounds, advanced MPC3 software workflow, and extensive connectivity options including USB, MIDI, XLR, WiFi, and Bluetooth. Designed for professional musicians and producers, it offers a portable DAW experience with expandable SSD storage, making it the ultimate tool for composing, performing, and producing music anywhere.

## Description

AKAI PROFESSIONAL MPC Key 61, the first standalone MPC keyboard - The full sound power for innovative and futuristic sound generation.

Review: salve conosco molto bene i prodotti akai ma la key 61 e fantastica sono stato fortunato con usato desertcart a prenderla con parecchi euro di meno mi ripeto non e cosi difficile da usare basta un po di pazienza e qualche tutorial ben fatto poi non ti fermi piu , straconsiglio per acquisto , chi piu spende meno spande , questo e tutto.
Review: I have tried and owned most name-brand keyboard workstation on the market today. All have their own positive and negative aspects. Whether it be subpar sounds, menus, sequencing or a combination of them… or something as simple as being overpriced for what is on offer. Regardless, it’s very rare for any company to go through and take the advice of their consumers. especially to the extreme of giving them 95% of everything they want in a keyboard. That is exactly what Akai has done with the MPC Pro Key 61. Every gripe I had about the MPC X was seemingly covered by their invention of this keyboard. some of the problems I had with the MPC X we’re simply based around their shortsidedness on who may actually use it and limited scope as far as genres were concerned… seemingly based around house/dance/rap music. When, had they just included a much more rounded sound pack, they could’ve sold so many more units. Because it was essentially a portable DAW, that could’ve been used by any musician for any type of music. but, for whatever reason, they seemingly hobbled it by what seemed like, focusing on limited genres of music. on top of that, the menus were contrived and not well thought out and I wish they would’ve included eight small faders instead of the rotary knobs they did. So, when I saw that they were working on a new keyboard/workstation that essentially included what they had done in the MPC X with some keys… And were asking for advice from the fanbase, I sent them my thoughts on the products they had and what I thought they should do with a keyboard. They followed up with an email and eventually I talked to one of the techs on the phone and we had an hour or more conversation on my wants and needs and even the downfalls of their current products. I explained exactly what I was looking for. Essentially an all in one device that replicates the DAW experience on the road. Something that includes a ton of world-class sounds that cover all genres, that will essentially make every other keyboard manufacturer jealous. because let’s face it, almost every keyboard out there has sounds that are great… which are generally minimal compared to what they give you… And then they have sounds that you would never use for anything, especially if you’re using that keyboard to sequence and write songs… On top of that, something that may be able to use third-party plug-ins from other manufacturers in order to add even more sounds from all types of genres. Mentioning East/West as one of my favorite sound manufacturers, as everything they do is from real instruments recorded at Abbey Road Studios and I don’t think anything else in the market even comes close to touching what they produce. it also needed easy to access menus, if not buttons that lead you straight to where you need to go. Obviously, good mic preamp‘s and a variety of input an output. with my focus being on an easy to use, yet insanely proficient portable DAW. Something I’ve always wanted, but every other manufacture always fell short on. Why? Because I wanted something to be able to take to the beach or anywhere I go and be able to sit and write with. Something that I can plug into one of my portable power station and run for at least 8 to 12 hours or more. Something that would allow me to use the inspiration around me to write music. The MPC Pro Key 61 is everything I could’ve wanted and more. Essentially, it seems like they took every one of the ideas I had and put it in this keyboard. Not only are the menu systems the best on the market, the 6000+ sounds are all pretty incredible. The guitars and basses are the best I’ve ever heard in a keyboard. I doubt, with many of the sounds, that somebody who’s been playing guitar for 30 years could pick out of a mix. they are that good... then, add in the best pianos, strings and drums I’ve ever heard come out of a keyboard and you’ve got something that any musician from any genre of music can use to quickly create their masterpieces. The buttons on the keyboard allow you to quickly jump anywhere you would want to be, whether that be sounds, favorites, effects, sequencing, mixing, etc… you could easily forgo using the touchscreen thanks to the awesome placement of these buttons… leading to pretty much all of the features of the unit. You can also customize some buttons and features. I also love the fact that you can use midi controllers via USB. I have a 32 track digital studio mixer that I love using for mixing my music before mastering, which you can also do in this unit. Did I mention the plug-ins for vocals and other instruments like guitar? There is a whole suite of vocal plug-ins that range from pitch control to harmonizers and pretty much everything else you can think of. Guitar-wise, they have a plug-in that is pretty much an emulation unit that emulates cabinets, speakers and microphones. Not to mention effects, etc… I love the fact that there’s a SATA port, put any size SSD you want in it, which you will need something… as there’s only a little bit of internal storage left for recording anything. especially if you plan on recording audio. Truly, Akai has thought of everything. I think they nailed every wish I had, which I truly appreciate. as this is the keyboard I’ve been dreaming of and have wanted for many years and for whatever reason no other manufacturer ever thought of making anything like it… as it is a portable DAW. Then adding such incredible sounds and plug-ins that allows you to write, record and master songs without ever leaving the unit. it is that intuitive and easy to use. Once you learn how to master it, I can’t imagine there isn’t anything you couldn’t accomplish within it… and it’s only going to get better over time. These guys are notorious for continuously updating their products and adding more free features and sounds. seemingly no matter how old the products are. Great product support and again, a company who listens to its patrons. Trying to create the products they want, for good prices. At $1899, this thing is a steal. any other manufacturer would be charging $3000 or more for the features and sounds that this keyboard has. As far as I’m concerned, after using a lot of the keyboards on the market, this is the best out there. If there’s anything I would change, I’m not a fan of the keybed. though I generally am not on any manufacturers. Other than that, there isn’t much of anything I would. it’s that good and that quick to get your ideas down. with some of the best sounds I’ve ever heard. There isn’t anything close to this price range that even comes close, not even for thousands of dollars more. Do not hesitate in buying and trying the Akai Pro Key 61. Definitely a great addition to the Akai library of instruments and your own studio. A portable, full fledged recording studio with the keys and sounds you need to track your next masterpiece.

## Features

- Create, compose and perform without a computer - MPC Key 61 is a keyboard for professional music production and performance with an intuitive MPC workflow and first-class plugins
- Creative control - Control plug-in instruments and effects via 7 inch multi-touch display, 16 MPC pads on 8 banks, buttons with aftertouch, assignable touch strip, data knob and Q-Link control
- Welcome MPC3 - For fast, intuitive operation, MPC3 accelerates the legendary MPC workflow with new features - Enhanced Main Mode, Linear Song Arranger, Studio Mixer, Native Instruments Integration and more
- The heart of your recording studio - Connect all your MIDI controllers, electric guitars, CV/gate-enabled synthesizers, XLR microphones, USB memory and more
- MPC stems for standalone and MPC2 desktop - Producers and beatmakers can isolate drums, bass, music and vocals from any recording or sample - a creative new way to make music
- Break through sound barriers with 20+ instruments and 6000+ customizable sounds - thousands of piano, electric keyboard, synthesizer, orchestral and drum sounds to choose from
- State-of-the-art technology - MPC Key 61 offers lightning-fast data transfer via USB and network as well as wireless software integration via WiFi, Bluetooth and Ableton Link
- 32 GB internal storage space and 4 GB RAM included; for additional storage space, MPC Key 61 offers an internal bay for SSD expansion (SSD not included)
- Get a full month of splice - Unlock the ultimate sample library now included with purchase of an MPK or MPC; Register your product and redeem 30 days access to the Splice Creator Plan

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0B3ZNGJM9 |
| Color Name | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Laptop, PC, Tablet (Mac) |
| Connector Type | USB |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (100) |
| Date First Available | 24 June 2022 |
| Hardware Interface | USB |
| Hardware Platform | PC/Mac |
| Instrument Key | Any |
| Item Weight | 13 Kilograms |
| Item model number | MPC Key 61 |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Musical Style | Electronic |
| Number of Keyboard Keys | 61 |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Product Dimensions | 31.5 x 98.7 x 8.99 cm; 13 kg |
| Proficiency Level | Professional |
| Size | MPC Key 61 |
| Supported Software | MPC2 Desktop DAW |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Akai Professional
- **Connectivity technology:** USB
- **Model name:** MPC Key 61
- **Number of keys:** 61
- **Special features:** Touch Screen

## Images

![MPC Key 61 - Standalone Music Production Synthesizer Keyboard with Touch Screen, 16 Drum Pads, 20+ Sound Engines, Semi Weighted Keys - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71le7WILJcL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: I am looking for a looper and this one pops out. Having 2 inputs and the versatile ways of producing music in itself, is this better than a looper?**
A: Hi, Akai Pro support here! Absolutely! MPC Key 61's inbuilt Looper will allow you to record and overdub audio in real time - a fantastic tool for live performance as well as spontaneous studio moments. To get started, connect your external audio instruments to the combo XLR+1/4" inputs, press the Menu button, and tap 'Looper'.

**Q: i have a external hard drive can i upload my loops and samples into this from that?**
A: Hi, Akai Pro support here! Absolutely! MPC Key 61 is compatible with virtually any external USB hard drive! We recommend using exFAT, FAT32, or NTFS format file systems.

**Q: Whats the difference between this and mpcx?  is it just the keyboard?**
A: Hi, Akai Pro support here! MPC Key 61 features a 61-key semi-weighted keybed with aftertouch, an assignable touch strip controller, pitch bend and modulation wheels, inputs for expression, FS2, and sustain pedals, and upgraded internals with 4GB Ram, Quad Core ARM Processor, and 32 GB Internal Storage: double that of any other MPC product.

**Q: Is the MPC software for the computer included or can be downloaded for free?**
A: Hi, Akai Pro support here! The MPC desktop software is included! We provide you with a lifetime activation code, which can be found directly within your Akai Pro account after registering the MPC Key 61.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***. on 11 June 2023*

salve conosco molto bene i prodotti akai ma la key 61 e fantastica sono stato fortunato con usato amazon a prenderla con parecchi euro di meno mi ripeto non e cosi difficile da usare basta un po di pazienza e qualche tutorial ben fatto poi non ti fermi piu , straconsiglio per acquisto , chi piu spende meno spande , questo e tutto.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by T***Y on 19 August 2022*

I have tried and owned most name-brand keyboard workstation on the market today. All have their own positive and negative aspects. Whether it be subpar sounds, menus, sequencing or a combination of them… or something as simple as being overpriced for what is on offer. Regardless, it’s very rare for any company to go through and take the advice of their consumers. especially to the extreme of giving them 95% of everything they want in a keyboard. That is exactly what Akai has done with the MPC Pro Key 61. Every gripe I had about the MPC X was seemingly covered by their invention of this keyboard. some of the problems I had with the MPC X we’re simply based around their shortsidedness on who may actually use it and limited scope as far as genres were concerned… seemingly based around house/dance/rap music. When, had they just included a much more rounded sound pack, they could’ve sold so many more units. Because it was essentially a portable DAW, that could’ve been used by any musician for any type of music. but, for whatever reason, they seemingly hobbled it by what seemed like, focusing on limited genres of music. on top of that, the menus were contrived and not well thought out and I wish they would’ve included eight small faders instead of the rotary knobs they did. So, when I saw that they were working on a new keyboard/workstation that essentially included what they had done in the MPC X with some keys… And were asking for advice from the fanbase, I sent them my thoughts on the products they had and what I thought they should do with a keyboard. They followed up with an email and eventually I talked to one of the techs on the phone and we had an hour or more conversation on my wants and needs and even the downfalls of their current products. I explained exactly what I was looking for. Essentially an all in one device that replicates the DAW experience on the road. Something that includes a ton of world-class sounds that cover all genres, that will essentially make every other keyboard manufacturer jealous. because let’s face it, almost every keyboard out there has sounds that are great… which are generally minimal compared to what they give you… And then they have sounds that you would never use for anything, especially if you’re using that keyboard to sequence and write songs… On top of that, something that may be able to use third-party plug-ins from other manufacturers in order to add even more sounds from all types of genres. Mentioning East/West as one of my favorite sound manufacturers, as everything they do is from real instruments recorded at Abbey Road Studios and I don’t think anything else in the market even comes close to touching what they produce. it also needed easy to access menus, if not buttons that lead you straight to where you need to go. Obviously, good mic preamp‘s and a variety of input an output. with my focus being on an easy to use, yet insanely proficient portable DAW. Something I’ve always wanted, but every other manufacture always fell short on. Why? Because I wanted something to be able to take to the beach or anywhere I go and be able to sit and write with. Something that I can plug into one of my portable power station and run for at least 8 to 12 hours or more. Something that would allow me to use the inspiration around me to write music. The MPC Pro Key 61 is everything I could’ve wanted and more. Essentially, it seems like they took every one of the ideas I had and put it in this keyboard. Not only are the menu systems the best on the market, the 6000+ sounds are all pretty incredible. The guitars and basses are the best I’ve ever heard in a keyboard. I doubt, with many of the sounds, that somebody who’s been playing guitar for 30 years could pick out of a mix. they are that good... then, add in the best pianos, strings and drums I’ve ever heard come out of a keyboard and you’ve got something that any musician from any genre of music can use to quickly create their masterpieces. The buttons on the keyboard allow you to quickly jump anywhere you would want to be, whether that be sounds, favorites, effects, sequencing, mixing, etc… you could easily forgo using the touchscreen thanks to the awesome placement of these buttons… leading to pretty much all of the features of the unit. You can also customize some buttons and features. I also love the fact that you can use midi controllers via USB. I have a 32 track digital studio mixer that I love using for mixing my music before mastering, which you can also do in this unit. Did I mention the plug-ins for vocals and other instruments like guitar? There is a whole suite of vocal plug-ins that range from pitch control to harmonizers and pretty much everything else you can think of. Guitar-wise, they have a plug-in that is pretty much an emulation unit that emulates cabinets, speakers and microphones. Not to mention effects, etc… I love the fact that there’s a SATA port, put any size SSD you want in it, which you will need something… as there’s only a little bit of internal storage left for recording anything. especially if you plan on recording audio. Truly, Akai has thought of everything. I think they nailed every wish I had, which I truly appreciate. as this is the keyboard I’ve been dreaming of and have wanted for many years and for whatever reason no other manufacturer ever thought of making anything like it… as it is a portable DAW. Then adding such incredible sounds and plug-ins that allows you to write, record and master songs without ever leaving the unit. it is that intuitive and easy to use. Once you learn how to master it, I can’t imagine there isn’t anything you couldn’t accomplish within it… and it’s only going to get better over time. These guys are notorious for continuously updating their products and adding more free features and sounds. seemingly no matter how old the products are. Great product support and again, a company who listens to its patrons. Trying to create the products they want, for good prices. At $1899, this thing is a steal. any other manufacturer would be charging $3000 or more for the features and sounds that this keyboard has. As far as I’m concerned, after using a lot of the keyboards on the market, this is the best out there. If there’s anything I would change, I’m not a fan of the keybed. though I generally am not on any manufacturers. Other than that, there isn’t much of anything I would. it’s that good and that quick to get your ideas down. with some of the best sounds I’ve ever heard. There isn’t anything close to this price range that even comes close, not even for thousands of dollars more. Do not hesitate in buying and trying the Akai Pro Key 61. Definitely a great addition to the Akai library of instruments and your own studio. A portable, full fledged recording studio with the keys and sounds you need to track your next masterpiece.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***S on 6 December 2023*

The MPC Key 61 is by far the best keyboard for composing, editing and fine-tuning your play. AKAI has really succeeded with this product. Expensive but effective... well worth the money! 9.9999/10 The only thing that made me think about what could have been done differently to make this incredible toy even more desirable was mainly the feel of the keys... the semi-weighted piano keys are somehow far too noisy and during a performance, it gets a bit annoying in the long run. For the price, I would have preferred more comfortable keys. Ouch... maybe it's just me... and a whim!

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