Akai Pro MPC Studio MKII | Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What software comes with the MPC Studio MkII?
Where can I find the authorization code for the MPC Software?
How do I authorize the MPC Software on my computer?
Where can I find the firmware and driver for the MPC Studio MkII? How do I update the firmware?
How can I use the MPC Studio MKII on my DAW of choice?
What operating systems will the MPC Studio MKII be supported on?
Which MPC 2.0 version is the MPC Studio MKII compatible with?
Does the MPC Studio MKII require a computer?
Is the MPC Studio MKII USB 2.0 or USB 3.0?
Does the MPC Studio MKII use a Power Supply?
Will the MPC Studio MKII work as a standard audio interface?
Does the MPC Studio MKII include MIDI ports for external sequencers and hardware sound modules?
What do I use the touch strip on the MPC Studio MKII for?
Where can I learn more about the MPC Studio MKII?
Further Technical Support

What software comes with the MPC Studio MkII?

The MPC Studio MKII comes with the following software

The MPC 2.10.1 software
F9 Beats Instrumental Collection
Producer kits
Soulful drums expansion
Gold dust expansion
Essenti8al Instruments
Sounds of NITELIFE - MPC Beats Edition
Essential 808 - MPC Beatas Edition
Essential Synth Bass - MPC Beats Edition
Trap Soul & Rnb - MPC Beats edition

Note: Software offers are subject to change.

All included software will be made available for download in your Akai Professional Account after registering the MPC Studio MKII. For more information on how to register and download your included content, check out this guide:

Akai Pro MPC 2 Software | How to Download, Install, and Activate

Where can I find the authorization code for the MPC Software?

Once the MPC software is registered onto your inMusic Profile account, go to Your Registered Products, select the MPC Studio MKII, then click View Downloads

This will lead you to a drop-down menu, with software downloads for the MPC Studio MKII installer.

Click on the MPC 2.15.1 Desktop Software tab

From there, you will see Get MPC 2 Software Serial - click this to reveal a grey box for your serial number. This is the code you will need to authorize your MPC Software onto your computer

How do I authorize the MPC Software on my computer?

We have some fantastic resources on managing your brand new MPC Studio MKII's software onto your computer! The following guide will lead you into the authorization process for your MPC software

Akai Pro MPC 2 Software | Managing your MPC 2.0 License

Where can I find the firmware and driver for the MPC Studio MKII? How do I update the firmware?

To update the firmware or download the driver, download the inMusic Software Center. The inMusic Software Center is the centralized hub for all your MPC software downloads.

The download link can be found in your inMusic Profile account, go to Your Registered Products, select the MPC Studio MKII, then click View Downloads

You will see the MPC Studio - inMusic Software Center tab

Click the download link for your computer (Mac or PC)

Signing In

After you've download and installed the inMusic software center onto your computer, you'll need to sign in to your inMusic Profile. These are the same account credentials you used to register your product.

Click on Let's Go! and will then take you to a browser window to sign into your newly created inMusic Profile. Enter both your email address and password and click on "SIGN IN"

Once, you've signed in, head over to the My Hardware tab and click on your MPC Studio MKII.

Head over to the Hardware Support tab, you'll find the MPC Studio 2 Firmware Updater and MPC Studio 2 driver

To update the firmware Click Download and Install

Once done, click open to run the firmware installer application onto your computer! Make sure your MPC Studio MKII is connected to your computer throughout this process.

To install the driver, simply click Download and Install.

How can I use the MPC Studio MKII on my DAW of choice?

The MPC Studio MKII is a great tool for any software of your choice! You have the ability to use the MPC studio MKII & its software on any DAW. To do so, you must make sure you properly authorize and install the MPC software onto your computer. During the software installation process, you will also install plugin files for the MPC Software (AU, VST, & AAX) From there, all you need to do is relaunch your software of choice, and have your software scan the MPC software as an instrument plugin.

What operating systems will the MPC Studio MKII be supported on?

The MPC Studio MKII and MPC 2.10.1 software are supported for use on Windows 10 and Mac OS X 10.14 and up. This will only require the installation of a single driver to use the MPC One as a controller with MPC 2.10.1.

Which MPC 2.0 version is the MPC Studio MKII compatible with?

The MPC Studio MKII is compatible with MPC 2.10.1 and up.

Does the MPC Studio MKII require a computer for use?

Yes! The MPC Studio is a fully integrated USB MIDI controller for your computer. It is designed to work seamlessly with the included MPC Software. which provides all of the major workflow points of any standalone MPC's, while including lots of new enhancements!

Is the MPC Studio MKII USB 2.0 or USB 3.0?

The MPC Studio MKII supports USB 2.0 connections and ships with a USB 2.0 cable to connect to your computer.

Does the MPC Studio MKII use a Power Supply?

The MPC Studio MKII is powered through its USB connection and does not require any other connections for power.

Will the MPC Studio MKII work as a standard audio interface?

The MPC Studio MKII is a fully integrated controller for the MPC Software and will require audio input and output from your computer's sound card, or external audio interface. ASIO driver types are strongly recommended along with the latest updates for your sound card or audio interface's drivers.

Does the MPC Studio MKII include MIDI ports for external sequencers and hardware sound modules?

Yes! The MPC Studio MKII includes MIDI In and Out ports. Included with the MPC Studio are 2, 1/8" to 5-Pin MIDI conversion breakout cables. 1 for the MPC Studio's MIDI Input and Output ports.

What do I use the touch strip on the MPC Studio MKII for?

The touch strip is a brand new feature within the MPC series. The touch strip allows you to control parameters in real-time such as effects, pitch bend, modulation, sustain & pitch, and key project and mixing parameters! In order to change the setting for the touch strip, all you will need to do is turn the data wheel to adjust.

Where can I learn more about the MPC Studio MKII?

The MPC Beats academy is the perfect place to learn all the in's & out's of the wonderful MPC Studio MKII. Please check out this youtube playlist on everything you need to know on the MPC Studio MKII! You can also check out the masterclass series on the MPC Studio MKII here!

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