The update made it possible to use class compliant audio interface to expand the audio in and out, so you can take a portable audio interface with you on the go too. The speakers sound great, you can take it to anywhere from bed/sofa or even outdoor. And you can always export the project into Ableton live if you need more refinement. This can serve as a decent standalone machine to replace a DAWs. Not everyone has a powerful / decent modern computer to use DAWs.

If you don't want to work in front of a computer with mouse/keyboard, this is what you need. Includes power supply (19 V DC) and MPC 2 software (online access required for registration and possible downloads).

2 x USB-A 3.0 connections for USB sticks or MIDI controllers.

Supported audio formats: WAV, MP3, AIFF, REX and SND.

Optimised Q-Link operation and audio / MIDI drag and drop.

MPC 2 software including audio track recording, realtime time stretch and pitch shift.

MPC Note Repeat, MPC Swing and MPC Transport.

2.5' SATA connector for optional hard drive (SSD or HDD).

Can be used as a user interface for MPC 2 software (PC and Mac).

Integrated lithium-ion battery for mobile use with up to 5 hours of operation.

Retro mpc live 2