MIDI Studio Controller AKAI MPC Studio MK2 with 16 Pads, LCD, RGB Backlight, USB-MIDI, 305 mm Width

The Akai MPC Studio MK2 is a compact MIDI production controller that pairs responsive hardware with the MPC 2 Desktop software to provide a complete beat‑making workflow. It features velocity-sensitive RGB pads, a color LCD for visual feedback, an assignable touch strip, and bundled instrument and effects plugins—making it suitable for composing, sampling, arranging and performing in studio or mobile environments.

Advantages

MPC Studio MK2 offers low-latency pad performance and expressive velocity-sensitive RGB pads for accurate timing and clear visual feedback. The integrated color screen lets you edit waveforms, browse presets and adjust parameters without leaving the controller. Included MPC 2 Desktop software and a large collection of AIR Music Tech plugins and samples expand sound-design and mixing options. The compact footprint and DC power support make the unit easy to integrate into both desktop and portable setups.

Suitable for

• Beat making and sample chopping
• Sketching musical ideas and arranging tracks
• Home studio production and mobile sessions
• Live performance control and MIDI integration

Key specifications

• Model: Akai MPC Studio MK2 (MPCSTUDIOII)
• Type: MIDI controller with bundled MPC 2 Desktop software
• Pads: Velocity-sensitive RGB pads with Note and Chord modes
• Display: Color LCD for on-device visual feedback
• Controls: Assignable touch strip, knobs and sliders
• Power: DC power support
• Dimensions (W×D×H): 305 mm × 171 mm × 37 mm
• Brand/EAN: AKAI / 694318024898

How to use

Connect the MPC Studio MK2 to your computer via USB, or use DC power if preferred. Install and launch the bundled MPC 2 Desktop software to access the included instruments, samples and effects. Load or record audio into the software, chop loops into samples, assign sounds to the pads and switch between Note and Chord modes to perform melodies. Use the color LCD to navigate libraries and edit parameters, and map knobs or the touch strip to control plugins and effect parameters in real time.

Recommendations

For best responsiveness, use the controller with the latest MPC 2 Desktop drivers and keep firmware updated. When performing live, save preferred pad groups and screen layouts beforehand. In mobile setups, use the DC power option or a powered USB hub to ensure stable power delivery.