MORE ARTICLE WITH Akai MPC Live III

10. February 2026

Gabe Miller Music Drops Techno Heat on the MPC Live III: A Streetwise Breakdown

Gabe Miller Music is back at it, flipping the MPC Live III into a melodic techno and progressive house machine. If you think these boxes are just for hip-hop heads, Gabe’s workflow will have you rethinking your whole setup. This video isn’t just a gear flex—it’s a couch-born, marathon-session journey through clips, plugins, and some cheeky production hacks. Whether you’re a bedroom producer or a seasoned beatmaker, Gabe’s laid-back, info-packed style makes the MPC Live III look like the ultimate street food cart for electronic grooves. Grab a cheap beer and dive in—this one’s got the sauce.

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21. January 2026

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MusicRadar Tech

MusicRadar Tech’s MPC XL Review: Studio Heavyweight or Overpriced Dinosaur?

MusicRadar Tech have dragged Akai’s new MPC XL into the bunker for a first look, and let’s just say, this thing isn’t here to play nice. With double the RAM, a heap of new controls, and those expressive MPCe pads, the XL is gunning for studio dominance. But is it a true upgrade, or just a big, expensive brick? We break down the key features, the workflow tweaks, and why you might still want to grab an MPC Live instead. If you’re after a portable groovebox, look away now – but if you want a centrepiece that could anchor your

Akai MPC Live III, Akai MPC X, Akai MPC XL

28. December 2025

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Andrew Huang

Andrew Huang’s 2025 Gear Picks: Grooveboxes, Glitch and Gearhead Gold

Andrew Huang is back with a vengeance, slinging his top music gear picks of 2025 like a DJ flinging glowsticks at a warehouse rave. No sponsors, no fluff—just pure, unfiltered hardware hype across grooveboxes, pedals, controllers, Eurorack modules and some wildcards you didn’t see coming. If you’re after honest opinions, deep dives into the weird corners of new tech, and a creator who can actually play what he reviews, this is your ticket. Expect surprises, a few controversial takes, and enough inspiration to make your wallet cry.

Akai MPC Live III, Bastl Citadel, Elektron Tonverk, Expressive E Osmose 61, Gamechanger Audio Motor Pedal, Intellijel MultiGrain, Kernom Elipse, Lightraft Monolit, Make Noise NUSS, Melbourne Instruments Roto-Control, Neuzeit Drop, Roland TR-1000, Sonicware CyDrums, Submarine Pickups SubSix, Telepathic Instruments Orchid

8. November 2025

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AudioPilz

AudioPilz Takes on the Akai MPC Live III: Ugly but Powerful

In the latest instalment of “Bad Gear,” AudioPilz tackles the Akai MPC Live III, a groovebox dripping with power despite its questionable aesthetics. With his signature blend of humour and technical savvy, he unfolds the myriad features that make this box both a blessing and a curse. Fans of finger drumming rejoice, but be warned: it’s ugly.

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5. October 2025

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Sanjay C

SanjayC Drops a Synth Bomb: Akai’s MPC Live III and More

SanjayC is hitting us with some serious synth action this week. From the mind-blowing Akai MPC Live III to sweet free plugins that every beatmaker should snag, this video is a must-watch. Whether you’re a gear-geek or just looking for some fresh sounds, there’s something for everyone with a groove here. Check out the deep dive into AI tools, Volts and more – it’s like unwrapping a sonic mixtape of possibilities. Dive in if you dare!

Akai MPC Live III, Eventide Temperance Light, IK Multimedia ReSing, Novation Play plugin, Roland TR-1000, Suno Studio AI DAW, UJAM Finisher Retro, Universal Audio Volt 876