State-of-the-art music production system

You might decide to ditch your laptop for good once you get your hands on the Akai Professional Force standalone sampler and sequencer. But combined with Ableton Live on your computer, Force becomes one of the most powerful music production systems available. On its own, you have command over powerful sampling features (with realtime stretching and pitch shifting), looping, four built-in synth engines, clip launch, step sequencing, and even DJ functionality. And Force is also ready to integrate with your favorite hardware, with CV/Gate and MIDI connectivity. Complete with over 10GB of sounds and the ability to import your own samples via USB, SD card or even a SATA drive, Akai Professional Force is one of the most comprehensive independent music production systems ever created.

True standalone sampling and sequencing

Force offers a comprehensive DAW-like experience, complete with the deep sampling and sequencing capabilities of the MPC series. Record your own samples and loops directly via the audio inputs or import them via USB or SD card. You can even expand the Force's capacity with its own SATA drive. Real-time stretching algorithms and automatic bpm detection make syncing samples and loops quick and easy. You can even import multiple stems and sync them to the same bpm for instant mashups. With its highly reproducible 8 x 8 matrix, vivid 7-in. and built-in synth engines, Akai Professional Force is a powerful tool whether you're producing in your studio or performing on stage.

Four built-in synth engines by AIR Music Technology

Inside Force are four impressive synth engines developed by AIR Music Technology. They offer deep editing capabilities, giving you access to everything from bass, leads and plucks to pads, soundscapes and effects. Play them in real-time via the velocity-sensitive pads or an external MIDI controller, if you prefer. Or sequence them with the piano roll. Either way, you can apply the built-in arpeggiator at any time, or switch to Note mode to access smart chord, progression, and scale options.

Coming soon: deep integration with Ableton Live

If you're already producing music with Ableton Live DAW software, Akai Professional Force is the perfect addition to your workflow. Everything you do with Force in standalone mode can be saved as an Ableton Live Set and exported to Live for further production. And because it's Ableton Link compatible, you can connect the Force to your wireless network and sync your project with any Ableton Link compatible software or hardware, including Akai Professional's MPC series. On top of all that, the Force is also a stellar controller for drums, instruments and clips in Ableton Live itself.

Characteristics

• Standalone sampler/sequencer with Ableton Link compatibility;
• 7-inch multi-touch display for starting clips, manipulating effects, and navigating projects;
• 8 x 8 velocity-sensitive pad array for playing instruments, starting clips, and more;
• Mixing and DJing features offer great performance potential;
• 360-degree rotary encoders feature OLED feedback;
• Integrate with other hardware and modular synths with CV/Gate and MIDI I/O;
• Comprehensive sampling capabilities with real-time stretching and pitch shifting;
• 4 built-in synth engines created by AIR Music Technology
• built-in arpeggiator;
• Note modes give you access to smart chord, progression, and scale options;
• Key Group tracks let you load multi-sampled instruments or create your own hardware synths;
• Built-in looper;
• Over 10GB of sounds included;
• Record your own samples directly or load them via USB, SD card or SATA drive;
• Deep mixing capabilities including internal aux sends, bus master processing and more.

Specifications

• Type: beat production workstation;
• Internal sound engine: 4 x synth engines;
• Screen: 6.9 inch color LED touch screen;
• Pads: 64 x velocity-sensitive and pressure-sensitive RGB pads;
• Sounds: 10GB power sounds; 248 kits, 2500+ loops, 500+ patterns, 16 demo projects;
• Sequencer: Audio/MIDI/CV Sequence;
• Repeater: Force Looper; Import Stems, Loops and One-shots;
• Sampling: audio capture, resampling, MPC sample editing;
• Analog Inputs: 2 x XLR-1/4 in. combo (microphone/line/instrument);
• Analog Outputs: 2 x 1/4 in. TRS (main output), 2 x 1/4 in. TRS;
• Headphones: 1 x 1/4 in.;
• MIDI I/O: 3 x 1/8 in. (In/Out/Thru);
• Other I/O: 4 x CV/Gate out, 1 x Ethernet (link);
• USB: 2 x Type A, 1 x Type B;
• Storage: Built-in 16GB storage, SD card slot, 2.5-inch SATA connector (User expandable SSD/HDD);
• Compatibility: Ableton Link;
• Power source: 19V DC 3.4A power supply (included);
• Dimensions: 389 x 350 x 72.5mm;
• Weight: 3.9kg.