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Akai MPC on the Fly


Following on from yesterdays posts about the first two of three new units coming from AKAI we have the third and certainly most interesting piece… The AKAI MPC Fly.

Designed as a “on the fly” tool for your iPad, the MPC Akai Fly means you can take the classic MPC controllability with you in an easy to carry package.

 

The Akai Fly

The Akai Fly

 

MPC Akai Fly  Product Features
MPC Akai Fly Hardware

The first MPC designed specifically for iPad 2
Fitted compartment for iPad 2 provides fully integrated portable MPC solution
16 backlit genuine MPC pads with MPC Note Repeat & MPC Swing
Works seamlessly with the MPC App: sequence & sample editing, effects, EQ and more
Create beats on the go and transfer to a Mac or PC for further mastering
Double-hinged case sits upright, lies flat or closes for transport
Compatible with virtually any Core MIDI app
Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Charges iPad when plugged into wall power

MPC Akai Fly Technical Specifications
General

Pads: 16 velocity sensitive with aftertouch. backlit by velocity
UI Buttons: Ideal performance controls available, including:
Note Repeat
Transport Controls
Mute / Solo
Track Select
Erase
Timing Correct

Height: 1.2 inches (30.5mm)
Width: 9.7 inches (246mm)
Depth: 8.0 inches (203mm)
Weight: 2.02 pounds (0.92kg)
Power: Internal Li-ion battery, 6VDC/3A AC adaptor for charging MPC Fly and iPad2
MPC App works with iPad & iPad 2 (Hardware works with iPad 2 only)

http://youtu.be/A_hoP_o0nT4

The Akai Fly Homepage