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This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
10-year warranty & 180-day money-back guarantee included
If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 30 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered."
Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions.
Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
- Mouth and Lip-Care Products
- CDs, DVDs and Software
We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
The product price includes 5 years' warranty and 30 day money back guarantee.
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For customers in outlying areas of the country, the price of the Extended Warranty may be marginally higher, due to the potential for higher collection and redelivery transport costs.
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Key Features
The Akai MPC Live III is built for producers, beatmakers and performers who want a fully standalone music-making experience without relying on a computer. With an upgraded 8-core processor and 8GB of RAM, it runs MPC3 OS to handle complex projects, advanced plugins and powerful features like Pro Stems Separation and Super Timestretch.
Product Ref: 398660
The MPC Live III runs entirely without a computer, letting you create, record and perform anywhere. With everything built in, from sequencing to mixing and sound design, there’s no need for external gear to get started. The MPC3 OS is at the heart of the unit, offering an upgraded user interface with new tools such as clip launching, expanded effect suites, and improved project organisation.
Four touch-capacitive control knobs and a 7-inch multi-touch screen make navigation quick and tactile, keeping you focused on the music instead of menus.This self-contained setup means you can develop full tracks from scratch, perform live sets, or sketch out ideas on the move without sacrificing flexibility or depth.
New MPCe pads on the Live III bring a deeper level of expression. They use 3D-sensing technology that goes beyond aftertouch, unlocking detailed control over sample playback and modulation using X and Y movement. These pads let you shape sounds in real-time, blending layers or triggering articulations with ease.
Alongside this, the performance touch-strip gives you quick access to pitch bending, filter sweeps, and parameter tweaks during a set. The layout encourages hands-on play and opens up creative possibilities that respond naturally to your touch.
With 16 RGB-lit step sequencer buttons, the MPC Live III supports fast, electronic-style sequencing. These buttons offer instant access to note input, automation and editing, removing the need to dive into menus. It’s a smooth fit for anyone creating drum patterns, synth lines or evolving textures.
The new Clip Matrix lets you trigger and arrange loops or patterns in real time. You can mix audio and MIDI clips of varying lengths without interrupting your workflow. Combined with the touchscreen and tactile controls, it gives you a fast, responsive way to build up full song structures during a session or live performance.
The MPC Live III is designed to go wherever your creativity takes you. A built-in condenser microphone allows quick capture of vocals, instrument ideas, or found sounds, while stereo speakers provide clear monitoring with surprising low-end. The internal rechargeable battery lasts around four hours, making it suitable for mobile sessions or on-stage use without needing constant power.
With 2 combo XLR/TRS inputs, 6 audio outputs, and advanced CV/Gate and MIDI connectivity, it integrates with studio setups, synths, and modular rigs. USB-C support allows fast transfer of up to 24 audio channels and 32 MIDI channels, and direct sampling from iPhone or computers adds even more flexibility.
The upgraded 37-key mini keybed gives you a three-octave range for playing melodies, basslines, and chords without constantly changing octaves. Its compact layout is particularly useful when desk space is limited or you're producing away from your usual setup.
Dedicated pitch bend and modulation wheels provide additional expression, letting you shape notes as you perform. There's also a sustain pedal input for more natural keyboard playing. Despite its extended range, the MPK Mini Plus II remains portable, weighing just 1.46kg. You can comfortably incorporate it into a home studio or take it along when inspiration strikes elsewhere.
Need some inspiration for your next track? The MPK Mini Plus II includes several tools to help you explore different musical directions. Its expanded arpeggiator generates repeating note patterns, with adjustable settings for creating rhythmic variations. Chord Mode lets you trigger complete chords using individual keys, while Scales Mode keeps your playing within a selected musical scale.
You can even combine these modes to experiment with harmonies more easily. Additional functions including Glitch, Mutate, and Strum introduce rhythmic changes and expressive movement. Note Repeat is particularly handy for programming consistent drum patterns and experimenting with different rhythmic subdivisions.
Spend less time reaching for your mouse and more time making music. The MPK Mini Plus II integrates with popular DAWs including Ableton Live, FL Studio, Logic Pro, Cubase, and Bitwig Studio. Eight assignable endless knobs give you physical control over software parameters, while dedicated transport buttons make recording and playback more convenient.
Its 160 x 80 colour LCD displays useful information, helping you follow adjustments as you work. The eight RGB MPC pads also support different functions depending on your software, including drum triggering, clip launching, and track control. Dedicated MPC integration provides further access to presets, navigation, and mixing functions.
The MPK Mini Plus II can sit at the centre of a setup combining software instruments and external hardware. USB-C handles computer connectivity and power, while a five-pin MIDI output lets you control compatible external instruments. Three CV/Gate outputs provide additional options for incorporating modular synthesisers and other compatible equipment.
You can also power the keyboard using a suitable USB power adapter or power bank, both sold separately. To get you started, the included Studio Instrument Collection offers over 1,000 sounds from AIR Music Tech, Moog Music, and Akai Professional. Native Instruments Komplete Select (Akai Edition) and MPC Beats provide further options for building tracks.