{"product_id":"akai-mpc-live-iii-retro-music-production-center-pre-order","title":"Akai MPC Live III Retro Music Production Center Pre Order","description":"\u003cp\u003eExpected in Canada july\/ August 2026. Exact eta to be announced by Akai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMPC Live III Retro is a powerful standalone music production center designed for beatmakers, producers, and live performers who want total creative freedom without a computer. It takes everything users love about MPC Live III and adds the classic Akai retro look and feel inspired by the iconic original MPCs from the late 1980s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowered by MPC3 OS and a vibrant 7\" multitouch display, MPC Live III Retro combines intuitive sampling, sequencing, and performance tools in a portable, all-in-one MPC workflow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis standalone workhorse features a next-generation Gen 2 8-core processor that delivers four times the processing power of MPC Live II. With 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, users can load larger projects, run more plugins, and work faster with a responsive, modern production experience built for today's music creation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for both studio and stage, MPC Live III Retro includes full-size expressive RGB MPCe pads with new 3D sensing technology, onboard stereo studio monitors, and a built-in high-quality microphone for instant sampling anywhere inspiration strikes. An internal rechargeable battery makes it easy to create, rehearse, and perform on the go, while comprehensive connectivity supports integration with modular gear, external instruments, and DAWs when needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Standalone Music Production Centerno computer required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• 7-inch multi-touch display with intuitive and easy navigation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• New MPCe pad technology for expressive beatmaking and performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• 16-step sequencer with function buttons for instant electronic-style workflow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Built-in microphone, stereo monitors, rechargeable battery for portability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Performance touch-strip for dynamic real-time control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• MPC3 OS with powerful workflow with enhanced features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• New clip launch workflow for enhanced song arranging and performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity to enable wireless collaboration and file transfer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDigital Audio System\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eADCs: 24-bit @ 44.1, 48, or 96 kHz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDACs: 24-bit @ 44.1, 48, or 96 kHz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDigital Signal Processing: 32-bit floating point\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMic Inputs 12\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(2) balanced XLR+1\/4 (6.35 mm) TRS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequency Response: 20 Hz 20 kHz (+0.2 \/ -1.2 dB)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDynamic Range: 110.0 dB (A-weighted)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSNR: 101.8 dB (1 kHz, +4 dBu, A-weighted)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTHD+N: 0.002% (1 kHz, +4 dBu, -1 dBFS)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreamp EIN: -131 dBu (max gain, 40 Ω source, A-weighted)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-127 dBu (max gain, 150 Ω source, unweighted)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum Input Level: +13 dBu (XLR-Pad ON), -1 dBu (XLR-Pad OFF)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSensitivity: -46 dBu (XLR-Pad ON), -60 dBu (XLR-Pad OFF)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGain Range: 59 dB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLine Inputs 12\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(2) balanced XLR+1\/4\" (6.35 mm) TRS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequency Response: 20 Hz 20 kHz (+0.2 \/ -1.1 dB)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDynamic Range: 110.6 dB (A-weighted)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSNR: 98.6 dB (1 kHz, +4 dBu, A-weighted)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTHD+N: 0.002% (1 kHz, +3 dBu, -1 dBFS)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum Input Level: +16 dBu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSensitivity: -20 dBu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGain Range: 36 dB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhono Inputs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(2) unbalanced RCA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDynamic Range: 92 dB (A-weighted, 135 mVrms @ 1 kHz, -1 dBFS, 20 Ω source)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSNR: 79 dB (A-weighted, 4 mVrms @ 1 kHz, 20 Ω source)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTHD+N: 0.1% (1 kHz, -46 dBu, -1 dBFS)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum Input Level: 135 mVrms (1kHz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSensitivity: 2.1 mVrms (1 kHz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLine Outputs 16\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(6) impedance-balanced 1\/4\" (6.35 mm) TRS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequency Response: 20 Hz 20 kHz (+0.03 \/ -0.18 dB)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDynamic Range: 113.8 dB (A-weighted)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTHD+N: 0.003% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum Output Level: +12 dBu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutput Impedance: 100 Ω\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeadphone Output\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(1) 1\/4\" (6.35 mm) stereo headphone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDynamic Range: 111.2 dB (A-weighted)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTHD+N: 0.006% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, 10 mW\/channel 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