A loving tribute to Akai’s glory days that shows the competition how it’s done.
by Terrence O’BrienMar 24, 2026, 2:00 PM UTC
A loving tribute to Akai’s glory days that shows the competition how it’s done.
by Terrence O’BrienMar 24, 2026, 2:00 PM UTCTerrence O’Brien is the Verge’s weekend editor. He has over 18 years of experience, including 10 years as managing editor at Engadget.
Akai MPC is one of the most storied names in music history. But over the last decade, it’s strayed pretty far from its roots as a humble sampler.
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