Akai embraces vibe-coded mods with open-source MPC Sample Key firmware
AIAkai is giving developers early access to the unannounced MPC Sample Key, which will have open-source firmware, according to The Verge. Instagram Reels show vibe-coded mods adding synths, including Native Instruments Massive, virtual analog and FM synths, and a custom OS. CEO Jack O'Donnell says inMusic brands will seed early devices to developers and open-source some software and provide an SDK.
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The Verge · AI · Terrence O’Brien · theverge.comPublished · added here
Original title: Akai is embracing vibe-coded mods with an open-source MPC