Akai’s iMPC comes to Android… but only on Samsung’s Galaxy devices

Akai Pro’s iMPC, a pad-based music production app, was originally developed for iOS, but now it’s coming to Android, too. That said, it’ll only work on Samsung’s Galaxy devices at this stage, and inside Samsung’s Soundcamp DAW.

Taking inspiration from the ckassic MPC workflow, iMPC enables you to make sequences, add effects and make use of the built-in sampling features. Projects can be exported as WAV files or for use in the desktop MPC software where they can be worked on further.

“With the iMPC, users can create and manipulate beats and sequences with amazing precision and creativity,” said Dan Gill, Product Manager for Akai Professional. “It’s simple to use, and has all the flexibility and options anyone could ever want - and then some.”

iMPC is available now as an in-app purchase for Soundcamp. It costs £5.99. Find out more on the Akai Pro website. 

 Akai Pro MPC features

  • More than 1,200 samples, 50 editable programs and 80 editable sequences
  • Exclusive iMPC sound set and classic Akai Professional sound library
  • Sample from Android mic, line in or music library using multi-touch turntable interface
  • 16 Levels mode: 16 levels of attack, velocity, length and tuning
  • Note Variation slider: adjust attack, velocity, length and tuning as you play
  • Trim and categorise samples, undo takes and erase samples
  • Built-in effects: delay, bit crusher, master compressor/limiter
  • Export your projects for use in the desktop MPC Software or in .wav format
Ben Rogerson

I’m the Deputy Editor of MusicRadar, having worked on the site since its launch in 2007. I previously spent eight years working on our sister magazine, Computer Music. I’ve been playing the piano, gigging in bands and failing to finish tracks at home for more than 30 years, 24 of which I’ve also spent writing about music and the ever-changing technology used to make it. 

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