AKAI PRO MPC ONE G2 - Standalone Music Production Center

MPC One G2 gives you everything you need to produce music in a fully standalone workflow. Chop samples, build drum patterns, sequence external gear, and arrange full songs without opening a laptop. Its focused, hands-on layout keeps you connected to your music with loads of integrated sounds and without interruption.

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Iconic MPC Look 

Inspired by the striking blue colorways of the classic MPC4000 and MPC1000, this new creative tool blends vintage aesthetics with legendary MPC pads and a focused, hands-on layout for fast sampling, sequencing, and song creation without the need for a computer.

PERFORMANCE FROM ARAAB MUZIK

 

MPC One G2 features the iconic MPC pads that have defined modern beatmaking. Designed for precise finger drumming and expressive performance, these pads give you immediate control over samples, rhythms, and every sound.

Next-Generation Processing Power 

With four times the processing performance of MPC One+, MPC One G2 is made for speed with plenty of headroom to handle larger standalone sessions. It keeps your workflow tight, no matter how complex your beats become.

Built to Produce Full Songs

MPC One G2 supports up to 16 stereo audio tracks, giving you the flexibility to build complete tracks using just this one system. Layer sounds, record audio, and shape full arrangements without needing to leave the standalone environment.

More Plugins, More Possibilities 

Run up to 32 plugin instruments in a single project, allowing you to build richer, more detailed productions. From layered textures to detailed arrangements, you have the tools to expand and shift your sound without limitation.

One Cable, All the Connections 

USB-C connectivity provides multichannel audio, expanded MIDI, and device support over a single connection. It simplifies your setup while giving you the flexibility to connect to other gear and production environments.

Hybrid Workflow Capability

MPC One G2 integrates easily into a DAW-based studio when needed. With Ableton Live Control Mode and project import and export, you can move between standalone creation and computer-based production without breaking your workflow.

Sample Sounds from Anywhere

Capture sounds from phones, tablets, and external devices directly into your MPC One G2 using fast, flexible sampling workflows. Bring in new ideas instantly and turn them into playable, editable elements inside any session.

Explore the Next Generation with Yaahn Hunter Jr.

Join producer Yaahn Hunter Jr. for a deep dive on the power and performance possibilities of MPC One G2. Get inspired as he builds a beat that starts with a sample and moves through his creative process using the updated Arrange Mode editing tools.

Key Features

Standalone 
Production 

Create, arrange, and finish full tracks without a computer 

New G2 Processing Power 

Four times the processing performance for larger, more complex standalone sessions 

New

One‑Cable Studio Connectivity 

USB‑C provides 24×24 audio streaming, expanded MIDI, and host and device support over a single connection 

Modern Workflow 

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

New

Expanded Audio Tracks 

Supports up to 16 stereo audio tracks for full song production on hardware 

Hybrid DAW Integration 

Includes Ableton Live Control Mode plus Ableton project import/export 

Legendary MPC Pads 

Industry‑defining pads for precise finger drumming, expressive performance, and fast sample‑based workflows

New

Advanced Plugin Capacity 

Runs up to 32 plugin instruments for richer, more layered productions 

Fast Sampling Workflows 

Sample directly from phones, tablets, and external devices via USB‑C 

MPC ONE G2 ACADEMY

Everything you need to creatE

Included Software

More Sounds & Tools to Explore 

When you buy & register a new MPC One G2

Receive a voucher for one free plugin in the MPC store with a new purchase of MPC One G2. Choose from synthesizers like JURA or OPx4, acoustic instruments like Stage EP or Organ, to modern FX plugins like Flex Beat and FlavorPro.

Register your product to receive your free plugin voucher today.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Akai Pro MPC One G2?

Akai Pro MPC One G2 is a next-generation standalone music production center that combines classic MPC pads, modern sampling and sequencing tools, and advanced processing power in a compact desktop unit for beatmaking, arrangement, and performance.

How is MPC One G2 different from the original MPC One?

Does MPC One G2 require a computer to make music?

Can MPC One G2 be used with external hardware and modular gear?

Can MPC One G2 integrate with DAWs?

What are the main use cases for MPC One G2?

Can you make full songs without a computer using MPC One G2?

What is the difference between DAWless production and using a computer?

Can MPC One G2 be used in both standalone and computer-based studios?

Technical

Specifications

MPC One G2 defines a new generation of MPC, built to take you from idea to finished track with the speed, power, and workflow of true standalone production.

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 

Frequency Response 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0/-0.8 dB)

Dynamic Range 113 dB (A-weighted)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio 111 dB (1 kHz, +4 dBu, A-weighted)

THD+N 0.002% (1 kHz, +4 dBu, -1 dBFS)

Maximum Input Level +16 dBu

Sensitivity -13.5 dBu

Gain Range 29.5 dB

Line Outputs 1–2

(2) balanced 1/4” (6.35 mm) TRS 

Frequency Response 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0/-0.8 dB)

Dynamic Range 113 dB (A-weighted)

THD+N 0.003% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS)

Maximum Input Level +9 dBu

Output Impedance 100 Ω Headphone Output 

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

Frequency Response 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0/-0.8 dB)

Dynamic Range 112.5 dB (A-weighted, 32Ω)

THD+N 0.006% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, 32Ω)

Maximum Output Level  28.8 mW @ 32Ω

Pads

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

(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° encoder for display navigation and selection via push

Buttons

(31) dedicated function buttons; red-, amber-, or green-backlit

Display

7.0” / 177 mm (diagonal)

5.9” x 3.7” / 151 x 94 mm (width x height)

Full-color LED-backlit display with touch interface 

CP Processor: Eight-core ARM® processor

RAM: 4 GB

Storage: 64 GB internal storage

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: HD

Bluetooth Max Power:  +10 dBm

Connections

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

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

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

(1) 5-pin MIDI inputs 

(1) 5-pin MIDI outputs 

(4) TRS CV/Gate jacks (8 outputs total) 

(1) USB Type-A port 

(1) USB Type-C port 

(1) SD card slot 

(1) power adapter input 

Power

via included power adapter:

12 V, 3 A, center‑positive 

Dimensions (W × D × H)

10.7” x 10.7” x 2.1”

272 x 272 x 53 mm

Weight

4.7 lbs 

2.1 kg