AKAI / MPC Key 37 G2

The MPC Key 37 G2 is a next-generation standalone MPC keyboard synthesizer designed for producers and beatmakers who want to create music on a keyboard while still achieving the speed and precision unique to the MPC workflow.

Product Overview
The MPC Key 37 G2 is a next-generation standalone MPC keyboard synthesizer designed for producers and beatmakers who want to create music using a keyboard while still achieving the speed and precision unique to the MPC workflow. Inspired by the iconic MPC of the late 1980s, it features a cream-colored finish and combines a 37-key synth-action keyboard, pitch bend and modulation wheels, traditional MPC pads, and a powerful standalone production engine. It integrates melody, harmony, rhythm, and sampling into a single unit.
With the MPC3 OS and a newly integrated second-generation (G2) 8-core processor, it delivers four times the processing power of the previous generation. The MPC Key 37 G2 supports larger sessions, 16 audio tracks for recording everything from vocals to external synths, and 32 plugin instances for advanced sound design. Enhanced RAM and built-in storage enable faster project loading and ensure smooth operation even with complex setups.
At the heart of the workflow is a 7-inch multi-touch display. Featuring the MPC3’s modern track-based workflow and a linear arrangement view, it is designed to go beyond loop creation and allow you to build entire songs using only the hardware. Furthermore, it allows for direct sampling from smartphones, tablets, and external devices via USB-C, enabling you to quickly capture inspiration and convert it into playable sounds on the spot.
The MPC Key 37 G2 uses a USB-C connection to handle audio, MIDI, and data with a single cable, allowing for seamless integration into hybrid studio environments. At the same time, it supports full standalone operation, allowing you to focus on your production without any distractions. Combining high musical expressiveness, modern standalone capabilities, and superior processing power, the MPC Key 37 G2 is the MPC that enables keyboard players to take their first steps into professional-level music production.
Key Features
Standalone Production: Create, arrange, and finalize tracks entirely on the device—no computer required
Modern Workflow: Powered by MPC3 OS, it features a modern track-based workflow and a linear arrangement screen, enabling DAW-like track creation in standalone mode
Keyboard + Pad Integration: Combines a 37-key synth-action keyboard with traditional MPC pads to provide a comprehensive music production environment
Second-Generation (G2) Processing Power: With four times the processing power of the previous generation, it handles larger and more complex sessions
Expanded Audio Tracks: Supports up to 16 stereo audio tracks, enabling full-scale music production using hardware alone
Advanced Plugin Support: Can run up to 32 plugin instruments simultaneously, enabling richer and more layered music production
Connect to your studio with a single USB cable: USB-C supports 24×24 audio streaming, MIDI expansion, and host connectivity—all via a single cable
Integration with hybrid DAWs: In addition to Ableton Live Control Mode, it supports importing and exporting Ableton projects
Fast sampling workflow: Sample directly from smartphones, tablets, and external devices via USB-C
Expanded built-in content: Includes an upgraded sound library and plugin instruments, so you can start creating right away