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Power is one thing. Being able to use it, is another. If it’s hidden behind vast menus, it’s not that useful. That’s why the MPC Live II has added five more hardware controls, because ultimately twisting a knob and feeling the immediate impact, is more intuitive way to create. The commitment to tactile, high-quality hardware can be seen all over the MPC Live II.
From the satisfying RGB back-lit pads to reactive touch-sensitive screen. Akai Professional want your gear to be a creative extension of you. That extends to the built-in monitor speakers. Which Akai Professional have taken a long time to get right, so they can give you an accurate representation of how your kick, snares, and samples will fit into your creation.
All this instantaneous feedback (you might say analog in its feel), is powered by the processor you’d find on the MPC X. Which is a powerful engine, one that means the MPC Live II will be going strong for years, update after update.
Most incredibly, all of that is wrapped up in a portable, premium body. It easily fits in a backpack.
It’s an unfortunate truth. The kit you already know how to use is immediately useful. Whereas kit that might be ‘more advanced’ on paper, is essentially an obstacle without the hours of practice. Which is why Akai Professional made the MPC Live II so gloriously versatile.
The types of connections available to you are vast. We’re not kidding, with MPC Live II you give you three stereo ¼-inch TRS outputs (6 mono), phono/line level inputs, USB, MIDI, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth – and most interestingly four TRS CV/Gate outputs.
That means, a whole world of modular gear can now be combined with he MPC Live II. So in a studio setting, you can arrive and make your own setup the lynchpin of production. Hugely capable tools you know and love, right there when you need them. Less hiccups, less manuals, more music.
That production potential is backed up by practicality too. A long lasting Lithium Ion battery to keep you going on the road. Compatibility with USB drives, SD cards, and external hard drives (including SSDs), in addition to 16GB of on-board storage, means you never have to be caught without the space you need.
The MPC Live II comes pre-loaded with MPC 2.8 software. Which gives you even more outstanding tools. For example, your MPC Live II will always be recording a buffer. So if you play something you like but have no idea what it was. You press one button and that great lead you just played? It’s saved. No one likes losing ideas, with the MPC Live II, you won’t.
You’ll also be able to use MIDI multi. Essentially letting you attach up to 32 MIDI devices using a USB hub (sold separately). Even better you can send all that MIDI information into Tracks so you can organise and layer up your sound, on the MPC Live II interface.
Should you have the gear and inclination, these updates make the MPC Live II akin to a transportable studio brain. Or in standalone mode, a supremely capable creative tool that you can take anywhere.
V-Moda M-100 Crossfade are a pair of studio-quality headphones with an extended frequency response ideal for a range of musical applications from professional monitoring to live DJ sets and more. The highly immersive 3D soundstage makes you feel like you’re in the middle of a live performance, providing ultra-wide clarity with a vivid midrange and deep, punchy bass.
The 50mm dual-diaphragm driver features inner and out rings designed to separate the bass from blending into the mids and highs, ensuring you can differentiate between frequency bands. The drivers also delivers a consistent quality, with V-Moda testing the Crossfade’s sound quality across 6 frequencies for optimal audio performance.
The V-Moda M-100 Crossfade headphones were developed and designed alongside a range of musical experts. Ranging from audiophiles and editors to grammy-winning producers. Crowdsourcing for the development and design of the V-Moda M-100 Headphones helped to cater to a range of musical applications, making them ideal for everything from mixing and mastering studio session to live DJ sets and gaming use. The immersive 3D sound staging can make gamers feel like they’re right in the middle of the game, while mix engineers can use this to properly hear and affect the stereo field.
The headphones come complete with two detachable cables including a cable with a built-in microphone and another cable that allows you to share your music with a friend. The headphones also features dual inputs and V-Cork allowing you to mix two sources at the same time or daisy chain your headphones. The V-Cork helps to seal and protect the spare input when not in use.
The over-ear design of the V-Moda M-100 features a sleek design with a versatile construction that helps to accommodate the natural contours of your head and minimise any gaps, for minimal sound leakage. You can also customise the look of your headphones by 3D printing or laser engraving your logo, changing your shield material or the colour scheme. The comfortable yet virtually indestructible SteelFlex headband ensures the headphones will last for a long time, providing the ultimate durability.
The SteelFlex headband is ultra-flexible, making it ideal for DJ use and travelling. The headphones were also tested beyond military-level quality MIL-STD810G, being one of the most robust and durable headphones available on the market. The V-Moda M-100 Crossfade’s also includes Bliss Memory Foam ear cushions designed for supreme comfort and noise isolation. The headphones also come complete with an exoskeleton carry case for maximum protection on the move as well as a range of other accessories including cables and adapters.