Why Producers Are Calling the Akai MPC Live III a Game-Changer

Akai has taken their legendary MPC Live series to a new level with the MPC Live III. In this zZounds-exclusive video, Justin sits down with Stuart from Akai to walk through all the ways this powerhouse has been reimagined for modern beatmakers, producers, and live performers. If you’ve been waiting to see how far Akai could push their standalone production center, this is the demo you won’t want to miss.

Pictured: Akai MPC Live III

The MPC Live III packs serious upgrades, including a blazing 8-core processor, 8GB of RAM, and 128GB of onboard storage — four times the power of its predecessor. With 16 full-size RGB pads featuring new 3D-sensing technology, a vibrant 7-inch touchscreen, built-in monitors, and even a studio-grade mic, this unit puts an entire creative ecosystem right under your fingertips.

Whether you’re in the studio or onstage, the MPC Live III is designed to inspire — no computer required.

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Since starting on classical guitar around 2000, Diego has become a multi-instrumentalist at heart, but specializes in keyboards and electronic instruments. A sometimes member of various At the Drive-in-adjacent El Paso-based bands, Diego fell out with the scene/sound and does his own things now. He's worked as a staff writer for the zZounds Blog and a product specialist at zZounds for well over 10 years. If you ask Diego's significant other, his true talent is cooking.

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