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Hardware · Updated 29 Oct, 03:04 am IST

Akai opens MPC Sample Key firmware to modders, shows community-made synths

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Why it matters for readers: This means more user-made sounds and custom software could be available for Akai's new keyboard and Sample products.

  • Akai is giving early access to developers and seeding devices to the modding community to encourage custom firmware development.1
  • The unreleased MPC Sample Key will ship with open-source firmware and appears to run similar software to the MPC Sample with adjustments for keyboard controls.1
  • Video clips show multiple community-created 'vibe-coded' mods, including synths like Native Instruments Massive, virtual analog and FM synths, and a custom OS running several synths.1
  • Akai plans to bring the same community features and possibly broader open-sourcing to the regular MPC Sample platform.1
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