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Akai Professional MPC Live III Retro
Akai Professional

MPC Live III Retro

MPC Live III power inside the classic cream colorway of the original MPCs.

About this item

  • Same flagship hardware as MPC Live III: 8-core processor, 8GB RAM, MPC3 OS
  • Retro cream finish inspired by the late-80s MPCs that built hip-hop
  • 16 MPCe 3D-sensing pads, 16-step sequencer and clip launching
  • Battery, speakers and built-in mic for making beats anywhere
  • USB-C audio/MIDI interface, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and CV/MIDI control

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Speakers that work with the MPC Live III Retro

The MPC Live III Retro has 1/4" line outputs (Main L/R). Use 2 × TRS to XLR cables for speakers with XLR inputs, or 2 × 1/4" TRS cables for speakers with TRS inputs. These are powered (active) studio monitors with balanced line inputs (about 10–20 kΩ), so the MPC Live III Retro drives them directly. No separate amplifier needed. Never plug a line output into passive (unpowered) speakers. 🔊 New to speakers? Read the Speaker Guide →

Yamaha HS5 Powered Studio Monitor
Yamaha HS5 Powered Studio Monitor5" woofer · 70W bi-amp · inputs XLR + 1/4" TRS · small rooms, desks Bi-amped: 2 built-in amps (45W woofer + 25W tweeter)✓ Works with the MPC Live III Retro
Cable you need: 2 × TRS to XLR cables
JBL 305P MkII Powered Studio Monitor
JBL 305P MkII Powered Studio Monitor5" woofer · 82W bi-amp · inputs XLR + 1/4" TRS · small rooms, desks Bi-amped: 2 built-in Class D amps (41W + 41W)✓ Works with the MPC Live III Retro
Cable you need: 2 × TRS to XLR cables
PreSonus Eris E5 Studio Monitor
PreSonus Eris E5 Studio Monitor5.25" woofer · 80W bi-amp · inputs XLR + 1/4" TRS + RCA · small to medium rooms Bi-amped: 2 built-in Class AB amps (45W + 35W)✓ Works with the MPC Live III Retro
Cable you need: 2 × TRS to XLR cables
KRK Rokit 5 G5 Studio Monitor
KRK Rokit 5 G5 Studio Monitor5" woofer · bi-amp · inputs XLR / TRS combo · small to medium rooms Bi-amped: built-in Class D amps✓ Works with the MPC Live III Retro
Cable you need: 2 × TRS to XLR cables
M-Audio BX5 D3 Studio Monitor
M-Audio BX5 D3 Studio Monitor5" woofer · 100W · inputs XLR + 1/4" TRS · small to medium rooms Bi-amped: built-in amps (100W total)✓ Works with the MPC Live III Retro
Cable you need: 2 × TRS to XLR cables
Yamaha HS8 Powered Studio Monitor
Yamaha HS8 Powered Studio Monitor8" woofer · 120W bi-amp · inputs XLR + 1/4" TRS · bigger rooms, more bass Bi-amped: 2 built-in amps (75W woofer + 45W tweeter)✓ Works with the MPC Live III Retro
Cable you need: 2 × TRS to XLR cables
JBL 308P MkII Powered Studio Monitor
JBL 308P MkII Powered Studio Monitor8" woofer · 112W bi-amp · inputs XLR + 1/4" TRS · bigger rooms, more bass Bi-amped: 2 built-in Class D amps (56W + 56W)✓ Works with the MPC Live III Retro
Cable you need: 2 × TRS to XLR cables
PreSonus Eris E8 XT Studio Monitor
PreSonus Eris E8 XT Studio Monitor8" woofer · 140W bi-amp · inputs XLR + 1/4" TRS + RCA · bigger rooms, more bass Bi-amped: 2 built-in amps (75W + 65W)✓ Works with the MPC Live III Retro
Cable you need: 2 × TRS to XLR cables
❤ Why people love it

For producers who want today's most powerful portable MPC with the look of the machines that started it all. It's a centerpiece that looks as good on your desk as it sounds.

★ What's new

Limited retro edition of the MPC Live III.

Complete your MPC Live III Retro setup

Everything you'll need to plug it in, power it, play it and protect it. Click any item to see it on Amazon. Connections are from the maker's specs; check your manual for your exact model. Questions? Call or text Doc: (718) 715-4652

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