Akai MPC LIVE III Leak

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Another leak about the Akai MPC Live III – this time we’ve got a retailer from Canada showing the specs.

The new MPC Live III is a flexible and expressive standalone music production center designed for beatmakers, producers, and live performers to bring their creative ideas to life. The system’s intuitive and comprehensive sampling, sequencing, and effects make it an indispensable tool for modern music creation with no DAW or computer required.

Features

  • Standalone hardware with MPC3 OS (No computer required)
  • 8 Core processor (Gen 2) – 4 x the power of MPC Live II
  • 8 GB onboard RAM / 128 GB storage
  • 16 full-size RGB MPCe expressive pads with new 3D sensing technology  
  • Onboard stereo studio monitors  
  • Built-in high-quality studio mic for field recording, vocal takes, and quick sampling
  • Internal rechargeable lithium-ion battery
  • 2 x combo inputs with mic preamps
  • 16 RGB performance buttons for step sequencing / automation / effects control
  • Assignable touch strip controller
  • Vibrant 7” touch display
  • USB-C port for computer connectivity (ISO and Android apps, seamless smart device audio sampling, and high-speed transfer of up to 24 audio channels in/out of your DAW)
  • 8 CV / Gate outputs
  • WiFi / Bluetooth (Ableton Link)

Specifications

  • Power: External PSU (adapter), center positive, 19.0 V 3.42A, input voltage: 100-240V (switching adapter) VAC
  • Product Size (HxWxD): 2.64” x 17.16” x 10.08”/ 6.71cm x 43.59cm x 25.60cm
  • Product Weight: 8.6lbs / 3.9kg

This meme might explain a few things?

There’s some more information here: https://apps.fcc.gov/oetcf/eas/reports/ViewExhibitReport.cfm?mode=Exhibits&RequestTimeout=500&calledFromFrame=Y&application_id=waq4mHoSCkbFnxzLnPrDGw%3D%3D&fcc_id=Y4O-ACVG

I’ve done some screen grabs:

here’s the rear panel

Last week we showed a pic of a box:

I’m thinking this might be close to being released to the public!

Thoughts and comments below: