AKAI Professional MPC KEY 37 - Autonomous Production Center

AKAI Professional MPC KEY 37 - Standalone Production Center with 37-Note Keyboard

The AKAI Professional MPC KEY 37 is a standalone music production center that combines the legendary MPC experience with a 37-key keyboard with aftertouch. It features an advanced sampling engine, step sequencer, built-in synths and effects, all in a tactile workflow thanks to its 7" color display and 16 RGB pads with polyphonic aftertouch. With MIDI, CV/Gate, audio connectivity, and built-in Wi-Fi for Splice, the MPC KEY 37 offers maximum versatility in the studio and on the go, without the need for a computer.

Main features

• Keyboard: 37 keys with aftertouch and pitch and modulation wheels
• Pads: 16 velocity- and pressure-sensitive RGB MPC pads with 16-level polyphonic aftertouch
• Display: 7″ color touch screen for direct editing of samples, sequences and settings
• Q Links: 4 assignable knobs for real-time control of instrument and effects parameters
• Sampling: MPC engine for recording, trimming, and mapping samples from line inputs or SD card
• Sequencer: 128-track sequencing, step and clip editing, with scene launching
• Synthesis: 4 internal engines (VA, wavetable, sample, FM) fully editable
• Effects: Over 100 built-in processors for mixing, mastering and creative sound
• Sounds: 10 GB onboard library and direct access to Xpansion Packs on SD card
• MIDI Connectivity: 2 × MIDI In/Out DIN and USB-MIDI class-compliant
• CV/Gate: 8 configurable outputs via 4 TRS jacks for modulation and classic synthesizers
• Audio: 2 line inputs and 2 balanced audio outputs via USB-Audio 2 in/2 out
• Storage: 16GB internal + SD slot for samples and large projects
• Built-in Wi-Fi: Wireless transfer with Splice and OTA updates
• Standalone / DAW: Works independently or as a plug-in/interface in your favorite DAW

Product benefits

• Complete production without the need for a computer, with a native MPC engine
• Streamline creative flow with touchscreen and polyphonic aftertouch pads
• Deep integration with modular hardware and synthesizers via CV/Gate
• Extensive and expandable sound library with direct download from Splice
• Hybrid mode: standalone live or as a controller/interface in the studio

Use cases

• Composing and recording complex beats and tracks in a studio without a PC
• Live performances with clip launching, improvisation and synth control
• Workshops and classes on tactile and intuitive music production
• Integration into modular setups for CV/Gate control of vintage equipment
• Remote and mobile production taking advantage of autonomy and Wi-Fi for transfers

Frequently Asked Questions

• Does it work without a computer? Yes, the MPC KEY 37 is completely standalone, but it can also be used as a controller/interface in your DAW.
• How do I install new sounds? Insert an SD card with Xpansion Packs or use Wi-Fi to download and load libraries from Splice.
• Can I integrate modular synthesizers? Yes; the eight TRS CV/Gate outputs provide note and gate control for analog gear.
• Can the firmware be updated? Via Wi-Fi or by connecting via USB to the AKAI update app.

Description for projects

Standalone production center with 37-note keyboard, 16 RGB pads with aftertouch, 7″ touchscreen, 8 CV/Gate, MIDI In/Out, MPC engine, 10 GB onboard storage, and Splice Wi-Fi.