Gold Dust

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The Heatmakerz defined the early 2000s NYC sound and shaped a whole new generation of hip-hop production with their gritty, original soul-chop beats. Best known for producing anthems like The Diplomats’ “Dipset Anthem” and “I’m Ready,” their signature style blends soul and rock with complex chopping and drum programming. With credits across artists like Cam’ron, Juelz Santana, Lil Wayne, and J. Cole, The Heatmakerz name is synonymous with hard-hitting, high-energy beats—from street-certified raps to mainstream hits.    “The Heatmakerz Vol 1” MPC expansion pack now brings this iconic soul-sample style straight to your pads.   Packed with pitched-up soul chops, gritty boom-bap drums, and explosive MPC sequencing, this sound hits with cinematic urgency and raw street emotion. The Heatmakerz fuse gospel samples, crackling snares, and haunting vocal loops into a signature style that defined their impact on the music industry. Whether you're building an anthem for the block or a slow-burning street sermon, this is that unapologetic East Coast fire—anthemic, unfiltered, and drenched in soul.     Expansion Pack Contents:   Expansion Pack Contents:   1GB MPC Expansion   21 x MPC-Ready Drum Kits   21 x Full MPC Projects   21 x MPC Sequences   21 x Audio Previews   500 Samples  

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Establishing himself as a leading force in the music industry, Chopsquad DJ is recognized for his innovative production style and seamless blending of musical elements. With a track record of creating chart-topping hits, including a Grammy nomination for his work with 21 Savage, his productions resonate across both hip-hop and pop genres. Known for his vibrant rhythms and polished sonic textures, Chopsquad DJ crafts dynamic masterpieces that elevate contemporary music. His unique approach solidifies his reputation as a true creative powerhouse in today's musical landscape.   With over 2GBs of exclusive content, “Melodies From the Streets” features 24 full MPC projects, 24 melodic and drum kits, over 500 samples and 200+ melodic loops. This expansion is packed with mesmerizing synth loops, transcendent pianos, and drums that will rattle speakers and truly capture the essence of the streets.   Take your productions to the next level with the melodic insight of a master, Chopsquad DJ presents “Melodies From the Streets” with Akai Pro.    

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SOUL PROVIDER Akai Professional proudly presents SOUL PROVIDER, the newest expansion pack for your MPC. Warm, punchy and delivering a truckload of classic vibe, this impeccably mixed collection of sounds delivers vinyl-drenched electric bass, chopped soul vocal stabs, gospel-tinged R&B keys, lush pads and much more to your MPC. Immensely versatile, SOUL PROVIDER is going to be a constant go-to for producers covering everything from Dilla-inspired boom bap to the Future R&B sounds of Flying Lotus, and everything in between. Also available as an iMPC Pro Pack. Pack Contents 25 MPC Drum Kits | 24 Sequences/Patterns | 384 Samples

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Snipe Young Presents Vol.1 AKAI Pro & Multi-Platinum Producer, Grammy Winning Engineer “Snipe Young” returns with a sensational instalment to his Akai MPC and iMPC catalogue. As a follow up to the highly acclaimed two-part DARK PARALLAX Expansion series this piece “Snipe Young Presents Vol.1 “doesn’t shy from its excellence. Snipe Young whose produced or designed sounds for many of the top artists delivers a brand-new collection of Hard-Hitting Kits and Hypnotic Melodic Loops and much more processed to the highest quality. Snipe Young Vol.1 includes a beastly collection of Drum Hits, Bass, Keys, Melodics, and vocal loops transforming your ideas into the sound off chart-topping production. Inspiration starts here yet again!!! Snipe Young Presents Vol.1 “Sound Development Process List” Gear Used: • HydraSynth • Moog One • Prophet X • 500 series • SSL EQ611 (E series) • SSL DYN611 (E series) • Neve 1073 LBEQ • API 527 • SPL TDX Transient Designer • Focusrite Red 1 500 • SMPRO Tube Box • SMPRO MBC 502 • SMPRO PEQ 505 • DBX 160 • SSL Six • UA 6176 • Focusrite ISA One • API 2500 Stereo Bus Compressor “Like all of my pieces, I wanted to use the same analogue approach with digital thoughts. The inbox processing was done with the McDsp’s amazing plugins to keep the vibe in the same realm. McDsp plugins allowed me to keep the textures that I created outside the box and lastly, I had to give the sounds a second pass of analogue through the SSL. As an MPC user, you will once again gain a ton of well ready to go samples that will give you that authentic MPC feel, chunky snares, big kicks, glassy live hats, thick live toms, and plenty of loops to get your next track going!” Fully Compatible with All MPC Standalone models, MPC BEATS , AKAI FORCE and MPC 2 Software.