The akai professional mpc studio midi controller is the ultimate music production hub for your computer fitted with 16 ultra responsive mpc pads with a built in colour lcd display for instant visual feedback at every step. Bridging the gap between hardware and software the mpc studio provides seamless integration with your selected daw or with the included mpc2 software. Capture your creativity when it strikes using the wide range of onboard tools at your disposal. Slice samples chop up drum breaks and play melodies the mpc studio can do it all. It comes complete with a variety of premium quality loops plugins and effects to get you started as soon as it is out of the box! With the mpc studio you are presented with a range of tools for added expression such as the touch strip controller which can be freely assigned. The touch strip can be used to bend the pitch of an instrument as you play or even for automation. Lightweight and portable the mpc studio is the perfect companion for any serious music producer. Its also powered via usb so no need for a bulky power supply just plug it in and youre ready to go! Included with the mpc studio is the mpc2 software which is a powerful daw which you can use to edit and arrange your creations into full songs. If thats not enough there is exclusive loop content from iconic producers such as rawcutz snipe young f9 audio decap and more.