Best Sampler 2026

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Last Updated - 03.02.2026

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Akai Professional

Akai Professional MPC One+ Standalone Drum Machine, Beat Maker and MIDI Controller with WiFi, Bluetooth, Drum Pads, Synth Plug-Ins, Touchscreen and Native Instruments Integration

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15% Off
9.6

Exceptional

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Welcome MPC3 - For fast, intuitive operation, MPC3 accelerates the legendary MPC workflow with new features - Enhanced Main Mode, Linear Song Arranger, Studio Mixer, Native Instruments Integration and more
One place for all your music - Update functions, sounds and samples thanks to WiFi and instant notifications; access splice libraries, Ableton control, loops or MPC plugin instruments
On-demand sounds - Tailored sample and loop library; 128 MIDI and 8 audio tracks per project; exclusive standalone synth engines; Premium AIR FX for mixing and mastering; network access for Splice and Ableton Link 3
No computer required - Standalone music production synthesizer, sampler, beat maker, drum machine and desktop controller with powerful multi-core processor and 16 velocity-dynamic RGB pads
MPC stems for standalone and MPC2 desktop - Producers and beatmakers can isolate drums, bass, music and vocals from any recording or sample - a creative new way to make music
Get two months of splice - unlock the ultimate sample library now included with purchase of an MPK or MPC; Register your product and redeem 60 days access to the Splice Creator Plan
Get an additional powerful premium instrument - Receive a voucher for an MPC Plugin Instrument from the MPC Store for a limited time when you buy new - Registration required
Essential for producers and beat makers - Classic MPC functions (16 levels, note repeat, time correct); built-in USB audio interface; 2GB RAM; 16GB memory with 2GB of exclusive content for Mac/PC; elegant desktop format
Efficient standalone workflow – with WLAN and Bluetooth MIDI, 16 touch-sensitive RGB MPC pads, 7 inch multi-test display, touch-capacitive Q Link controller, dedicated encoder and transport control
Connections - MIDI input and output, (2) 6.3 mm TRS audio inputs, (2) 6.3 mm TRS main outputs, (4) TRS CV/gate ports, (1) headphone output; SD card slot, USB-A for MIDI controller, audio interfaces or USB drives and USB-B for PC/Mac

635,00 € 749,99 €(15% Off off)
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Akai Professional

Akai Professional MPC One+ Standalone Drum Machine, Beat Maker and MIDI Controller with WiFi, Bluetooth, Drum Pads, Synth Plug-Ins, Touchscreen and Native Instruments Integration

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9.3

Excellent

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Welcome MPC3 - For fast, intuitive operation, MPC3 accelerates the legendary MPC workflow with new features - Enhanced Main Mode, Linear Song Arranger, Studio Mixer, Native Instruments Integration and more
One place for all your music - Update functions, sounds and samples thanks to WiFi and instant notifications; access splice libraries, Ableton control, loops or MPC plugin instruments
On-demand sounds - Tailored sample and loop library; 128 MIDI and 8 audio tracks per project; exclusive standalone synth engines; Premium AIR FX for mixing and mastering; network access for Splice and Ableton Link 3
No computer required - Standalone music production synthesizer, sampler, beat maker, drum machine and desktop controller with powerful multi-core processor and 16 velocity-dynamic RGB pads
MPC stems for standalone and MPC2 desktop - Producers and beatmakers can isolate drums, bass, music and vocals from any recording or sample - a creative new way to make music
Get two months of splice - unlock the ultimate sample library now included with purchase of an MPK or MPC; Register your product and redeem 60 days access to the Splice Creator Plan
Get an additional powerful premium instrument - Receive a voucher for an MPC Plugin Instrument from the MPC Store for a limited time when you buy new - Registration required
Essential for producers and beat makers - Classic MPC functions (16 levels, note repeat, time correct); built-in USB audio interface; 2GB RAM; 16GB memory with 2GB of exclusive content for Mac/PC; elegant desktop format
Efficient standalone workflow – with WLAN and Bluetooth MIDI, 16 touch-sensitive RGB MPC pads, 7 inch multi-test display, touch-capacitive Q Link controller, dedicated encoder and transport control
Connections - MIDI input and output, (2) 6.3 mm TRS audio inputs, (2) 6.3 mm TRS main outputs, (4) TRS CV/gate ports, (1) headphone output; SD card slot, USB-A for MIDI controller, audio interfaces or USB drives and USB-B for PC/Mac

555,65 €
03

Teenage Engineering

Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II 64MB Sampler, Drum Machine and Sequencer with Built-in Microphone and Effects

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13% Off
9.2

Excellent

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The next evolution of the best-selling sampler in the world - based on the legendary PO-33 K.O.! The new EP-133 K.O.II offers more power, more sampling capabilities, a completely redesigned sequencer and brand new punch-in 2.0 effects.
64MB Sampler

305,00 € 349,00 €(13% Off off)
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KORG

Korg ESX2-RD Electribe Sampler Music Production Station (Red)

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19% Off
9.1

Excellent

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The step sequencer of the electribe sampler allows the extremely intuitive creation of patterns. The 16 trigger pads and touchpad with XY control offer different modes that instantly reproduce the phrases you create, allowing you to enter rhythms and phrases without prior musical knowledge.
The electribe sampler contains a variety of sampled audio sources for every music style, including 179 drum/percussion samples such as kick and snare sounds, 33 loop samples, 31 voice samples, 37 sound effect samples and 123 other instrumental samples with stops, tones. or Phrases of piano, organ, brass or guitar. Alternatively, you can load your own samples or re-sample already edited sounds.
The Korg Electribe Sampler Production Station is a sample-based production machine that allows you to create beats at top speed. Edit and resample waveforms you've loaded, or use preset samples. Modulation and effects can be conveniently controlled via the controls on the top. Various input interfaces, optimised for rhythm, bass or melody, also allow you to create sequences smoothly in no time.
Includes Ableton Live software that allows you to download and edit your Electribe projects to create a finished product.
Choose from 72 modulation types and then adjust speed and depth to apply the desired modulation. In addition, 32 insert effects are available, including compressor, overdrive and EQ.

405,00 € 499,00 €(19% Off off)
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Akai Professional

AKAI Pro Professional MPX8 Portable Sample Pad Controller with 8 Performance Ready Pads & On Board SD Card Slot

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8.9

Very Good

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Sample playback from standard SD or SDHC cards (sold separately)
Editor converts samples into compatible .WAV files
Built-in sound library; includes download "Akai Pro Loop Library"
8 velocity and pressure-dynamic pads; USB MIDI and standard MIDI in/out
(2) Balanced 6.3 mm jack outputs (6.35 mm)

96,00 €
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Akai Professional

AKAI Pro Professional MPX8 Portable Sample Pad Controller with 8 Performance Ready Pads & On Board SD Card Slot

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8.7

Very Good

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Sample playback from standard SD or SDHC cards (sold separately)
Editor converts samples into compatible .WAV files
Built-in sound library; includes download "Akai Pro Loop Library"
8 velocity and pressure-dynamic pads; USB MIDI and standard MIDI in/out
(2) Balanced 6.3 mm jack outputs (6.35 mm)

78,07 €
07

Teenage Engineering

Teenage Engineering po-Arcade Pocket Operator Synthesizer

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8.5

Good

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Synchronisation of multiple units – use the 5 sync modes to connect to other pocket operators or external devices and other music equipment.
Plays your samples chromatically or as one shots – 8 melody slots let you play your own samples chromatically while 8 drum sound banks play your sample as a one-shot
PATTERN CONNECTATIONS Create up to 16 patterns and connect them to create complex songs.
JAM-SYNC - All models of the Pocket Operator complement each other perfectly. The various elements - from the drum computer to the bass and lead synthesizer to noise percussion let you start with your own "pocket band". All building blocks can be used separately or together with the Jam Sync function. The choice is yours!
High audio quality – thanks to a Silicon Labs EFM32 Gecko MCU and a Cirrus Logic digital-to-analogue converter chip (DAC), excellent sound quality is achieved.
Expands your sounds – you can add sound loops ("loops") or stutters from the 16 built-in effects to create perfect samples.
Bring performance to your performance – the PO-33 is a 4-voice sampler with built-in drum computer in mini format. This allows you to put more drum sounds over the sample recordings.
40 seconds sampling storage capacity – The Teenage Engineering PO-33 has a built-in microphone that allows you to record samples of up to 40 seconds.

94,00 €
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Teenage Engineering

Teenage Engineering po-Arcade Pocket Operator Synthesizer

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8.3

Good

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Synchronisation of multiple units – use the 5 sync modes to connect to other pocket operators or external devices and other music equipment.
Plays your samples chromatically or as one shots – 8 melody slots let you play your own samples chromatically while 8 drum sound banks play your sample as a one-shot
PATTERN CONNECTATIONS Create up to 16 patterns and connect them to create complex songs.
JAM-SYNC - All models of the Pocket Operator complement each other perfectly. The various elements - from the drum computer to the bass and lead synthesizer to noise percussion let you start with your own "pocket band". All building blocks can be used separately or together with the Jam Sync function. The choice is yours!
High audio quality – thanks to a Silicon Labs EFM32 Gecko MCU and a Cirrus Logic digital-to-analogue converter chip (DAC), excellent sound quality is achieved.
Expands your sounds – you can add sound loops ("loops") or stutters from the 16 built-in effects to create perfect samples.
Bring performance to your performance – the PO-33 is a 4-voice sampler with built-in drum computer in mini format. This allows you to put more drum sounds over the sample recordings.
40 seconds sampling storage capacity – The Teenage Engineering PO-33 has a built-in microphone that allows you to record samples of up to 40 seconds.

85,16 €
09

KORG

KORG VOLCA-SAMPLE2 - Sample Sequencer

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8.2

Good

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The new generation version maintains the same layout as the old model and has twice the memory, additional features such as pattern chain and start delay, as well as more connectivity, including USB to further drive beat making.
By itself, the Volca Sample is an advanced sample machine that offers eight-voice polyphony, digital reverb, a rich double filter and many controls for sample manipulation.
A new generation model of the popular and ideally sold Volca, the Korg Volca Sample

137,00 €
10

Akai Professional

AKAI Professional MPD218 | Ultra-Portable USB Bus-Powered 16-Pad USB/MIDI Pad Controller

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8.1

Good

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Includes MPC Beats software, packed with the finest features and essential production tools from the Akai Professional MPC Series
Game technique - The pads of the MPD are sensitive enough to detect a very low input pressure. It is not necessary to hit the pad very vigorously to produce a MIDI note at high speed. Users can press the "Full Level" button to reach the highest speed with minimal pressure
Easily accessible controls for three pad banks provide a total of 48 assignable pads; MPC Note Repeat and Full Level Controls for expressive performances
Control your iOS apps and open up a world of pad control with the Camera Connection Kit (sold separately)
Comprehensive software package included - Ableton Live Lite, Akai Pro MPC Beats, Drum Synth 500 by AIR Music Tech
Beat making anywhere - portable, feature-rich USB pad controller with 16 pressure-dynamic MPC pads for triggering drums, melodic samples, effects and layers; recording drum sequences
18 fully assignable 360 degree potentiometers accessible via three banks to control DAW, virtual effects and virtual instrument parameters

85,90 €