At the heart of Force is an intuitive clip-centric workflow that forms the creative core of your performance. Combine multiple Modes with Plugin Tracks, MPC-Style Drum tracks, Audio tracks, Keygroup tracks, MIDI tracks and CV tracks to define clip types, then sculpt clips via step sequencing, drum pad performances and note data. Think of it as hybrid MPC/APC/DJ hardware that is 100% standalone and not only utilises its own unique onboard operating system, but it will also function as a controller for Ableton Live. This has been many years in the making and it is a landmark release from Akai - the MPC reimagined. Browse the expansive factory kit library or create your own with samples loaded from USB thumb drives or SD cards. With full MPC Sample Editing functionality fused with 16-Pad or Step-Sequencing performance Modes, it’s simple to create your perfect groove. Key Features: Standalone – no computer required 8x8 clip launch matrix with RGB LEDs 7" full color capacitive multitouch display Mic / instrument / line inputs, 4 outputs MIDI In / Out / Thru 4 configurable CV/Gate outputs Remix, mash-Up, DJ and produce with 6 Track types for complete audio / MIDI / CV sequencing and performance capability Performance Modes including 16-Pad Drums, Notes, Smart Scales, Chords & Progressions MPC Sample Editing Automatic BPM detection, real-time time-stretching and pitch-shifting 8 touch-sensitive knobs with graphical OLED displays 4 powerful, fully-editable synth engines 16GB of on-board storage (over 10 gigs of sound content included) Full-Size SD card Slot & 2 USB 3.0 slots for thumb drives or MIDI controllers User-expandable 2.5" SATA drive connector (SSD or HDD)
