Hardware
7-inch multi-touch display 8×8 RGB velocity-sensitive clip launch matrix (64 pads) Quad-core ARM processor 2GB RAM 16GB onboard storage (eMMC) Internal 2.5" SATA drive bay for SSD/HDD expansion Full-size SD card slot
I/O
2× 1/4" TRS main outputs 2× 1/4" TRS assignable outputs 2× 1/4" TRS inputs (line/instrument switchable) XLR/TRS combo mic input with phantom power Headphone out MIDI in/out (1/8" TRS, adapters included) 2× USB-A ports (for controllers, drives, Wi-Fi) USB-B for class-compliant audio/MIDI to a computer Gigabit Ethernet CV/Gate outputs (4 each, 1/8" TRS) for modular gear
Audio
24-bit / 96 kHz audio Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth (for Ableton Link, Splice integration, MIDI)
Software/workflow
Linear and clip-based hybrid sequencing Up to 8 tracks per project (drum, keygroup, plugin, audio, CV) Built-in synths (Hype, TubeSynth, Bassline, Electric, Solina, Mellotron, etc.) and effects Ableton Link, Splice, and Loopcloud integration Standalone or controller mode for Ableton Live (limited)
A few caveats worth flagging: Akai has shipped firmware updates that have added synths and features over time, so the software side moves. I’m also not 100% sure whether there’s been a hardware revision (e.g. a “Force MK2”) since my knowledge cutoff — if you want to confirm current shipping specs and the latest firmware features, the Akai Pro product page would be the source of truth. Want me to dig further on any particular aspect (CV routing, plugin list, comparison to MPC Live II)?
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