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Akai Professional MPC XL
Akai Professional

MPC XL

The flagship of all standalone MPCs: a full studio centerpiece, no computer needed.

About this item

  • Gen 2 8-core processor with 16GB RAM: 4x the power of previous MPCs
  • 256GB internal SSD for projects, plugins, samples and presets
  • 10.1" HD multi-gesture touchscreen that tilts
  • MPCe 3D-sensing pads with 4 quadrants per pad, touch strip and 16-step RGB sequencer
  • 16 Q-Link knobs with OLED displays and dedicated XL Channel Command section
  • 2 XLR/TRS combo mic inputs with phantom power, 2 instrument inputs and 8 separate line outputs

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Speakers that work with the MPC XL

The MPC XL 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 XL 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 XL
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 XL
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 XL
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 XL
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 XL
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 XL
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 XL
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 XL
Cable you need: 2 × TRS to XLR cables
❤ Why people love it

The XL is for the producer who wants everything at their fingertips: record vocals and guitars, sequence every synth in the room and finish albums on one machine.

★ What's new

Akai's newest flagship (2025), running MPC3 OS.

Complete your MPC XL 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

Build your home studio

The gear every home studio needs around your MPC XL: speakers, speaker cables, foam for the walls, a desk and a mic.

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