Name: Akai Professional – MPC Key 37 G2
Brand: Akaï
SKU: MPCKEY37GEN2XUS
Price: 1399.0 CAD
Availability: InStock

MPC Key 37 G2 is a next-generation standalone MPC keyboard synthesizer built for producers and beatmakers who write on keys but rely on the speed and precision of the MPC workflow. Visually inspired by the iconic cream colorway of original MPCs from the late '80s, it combines a 37‑key synth‑action keybed with pitch and mod wheels, legendary MPC pads, and a powerful standalone production engine to bring melody, harmony, rhythm, and sampling into a single instrument.

Powered by MPC3 OS and a new G2 8‑core processor delivering four times the performance of the previous generation, MPC Key 37 G2 enables larger sessions, 16 audio tracks for recording vocals to external synths, and 32 plugin instances for deeper instrument capability. Increased RAM and internal storage allow projects to load faster and run smoothly, no matter how complex.

At the center of the workflow is a 7‑inch multitouch display running MPC3’s modern track‑based environment and Linear Arranger, designed to help producers move beyond loops and build complete songs entirely in hardware. Sampling from phones, tablets, and external gear via USB‑C makes it easy to capture ideas and instantly turn them into playable instruments.

With one‑cable USB‑C connectivity for audio, MIDI, and data, MPC Key 37 G2 integrates effortlessly into hybrid studios while remaining fully standalone for distraction‑free creation. Combining expressive playability, modern standalone power, and processing performance, MPC Key 37 G2 is the MPC made for keys players ready to take on full productions.

Key Features/Benefits

Standalone Production: Empowers users to create, arrange, and finish full tracks without a computer

Modern Workflow: Includes MPC3 OS with a modern, track‑based workflow and Linear Arranger for DAW‑style song building in standalone

Keys + Pads Integration: Combines a 37‑key synth‑action keybed with legendary MPC pads for complete musical input

G2 Processing Power: Four times the processing performance enables larger, more complex standalone sessions

Expanded Audio Tracks: Supports up to 16 stereo audio tracks for full song production on hardware

Advanced Plugin Capacity: Runs up to 32 plugin instruments for richer, more layered productions

One‑Cable Studio Connectivity: USB‑C provides 24×24 audio streaming and expanded MIDI, and host and support over a single connection

Hybrid DAW Integration: Includes Ableton Live Control Mode plus Ableton project import/export

Fast Sampling Workflows: Sample directly from phones, tablets, and external devices via USB‑C

Expanded Factory Content: Ships with an upgraded sound library and bundled instrument plugins for immediate creativity

Technical Specifications

Digital Audio System

ADCs: 24-bit

DACs: 24-bit

Digital Signal Processing: 32-bit floating point

Line Inputs (1–2)

(2) balanced 1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS or unbalanced 1/4” (6.35 mm) TS

Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0.2/−0.5 dB)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 107 dB (1 kHz, +6 dBV, A-weighted)

THD+N: 0.004% (1 kHz, +6 dBV, 0 dBFS)

Max Input Level: +12 dBV

Sensitivity: −10 dBV

Gain Range: 27 dB

Line Outputs (1–2)

(2) impedance-balanced 1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS

Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0.2/−0.5 dB)

Dynamic Range: 112 dB (A-weighted)

THD+N: 0.004% (1 kHz, 0 dBFS)

Maximum Output Level: +6 dBV

Output Impedance: 100 Ω

Headphone Output

(1) 1/8” (3.5 mm) stereo headphone output

Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0.2/−0.5 dB)

Dynamic Range: 112 dB (A-weighted)

THD+N: 0.006% (1 kHz, 10 mW per channel into 32 Ω)

Maximum Output Level: 40 mW RMS (per channel into 32 Ω)

Mechanical

Keys: 37 synth-action keys with aftertouch

Wheels: Pitch bend and modulation wheel

Pads:

(16) velocity- and pressure-sensitive RGB-backlit pads

(8) banks accessible via Pad Bank buttons

Knobs:

(4) 360° touch-sensitive Q-Link knobs

(4) Q-Link knob columns accessible via Q-Link button

(1) 360° data encoder with push function

Buttons: (38) dedicated function buttons, white/red/green backlit

Display:

7” (177 mm diagonal) full-color LED-backlit touchscreen

CPU

Processor: Eight-core ARM® processor

RAM: 4 GB

Internal Storage: 64 GB

File System Compatibility

File Systems:

exFAT (read/write, recommended)

FAT32 (read/write)

NTFS (read/write)

EXT4 (read/write)

HFS+ (read only)

Audio Formats: AIF/AIFF, FLAC, MP3, OGG, WAV

Wireless

Wi‑Fi Frequency: 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz

Wi‑Fi Standard: 802.11a/b/g/n/ac

Wi‑Fi Max Power:

2.4 GHz: +17 dBm

5 GHz: +17 dBm

Bluetooth Version: 5

Bluetooth Profile: HID

Bluetooth Max Power: +10 dBm

Connections

(2) 1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS inputs (1 stereo pair)

(1) 1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS sustain pedal input (TS compatible)

(1) 1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS footswitch pedal input (TS compatible)

(1) 1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS expression pedal input (TS compatible)

(2) 1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS outputs (1 stereo pair)

(1) 1/4” (6.35 mm) stereo headphone output

(4) 1/8” (3.5 mm) TRS CV/Gate jacks (8 outputs total)

(1) USB 3.0 Type‑A host port

(1) USB 3.0 Type‑C host/device port

(1) 5‑pin MIDI input

(1) 5‑pin MIDI output

(1) Power adapter input

Power

12 V, 3 A, center‑positive (via included power adapter)

Dimensions & Weight

Dimensions (W × D × H):

22.9” × 12.4” × 3.3”

58.2 × 31.5 × 8.5 cm

Weight:

9.61 lbs

4.36 kg

Akai Professional – MPC Key 37 G2