AKAI PROFESSIONAL DEBUTS XR20 BEAT PRODUCTION STATION
Portable Beat Machine Integrates Drums, Percussion, FX and Instrument Samples

Cumberland, R.I. (Sept. 29, 2008) – Akai Professional, the name synonymous with innovation in electronic musical instruments, announces a new tool for creating beats on-the-go – the XR20 Beat Production Station.




The eagerly awaited XR20 is a portable beat production station loaded with a dynamic sound set for producing serious Hip-Hop and R&B beats wherever and whenever inspiration strikes.

XR20 contains more than 700 pre-loaded sounds cover a range of drums, percussion, effects and instrument samples. An integrated effects engine includes reverb, EQ and compression, enabling users to make complete backing tracks. A microphone input is included for mixing vocals over patterns, and bright backlit pads provide visual cues for added beat precision.

XR20 features sounds of acoustic and electronic drums, single (one-shot) hits, bass and synth sounds to easily create the maximum mix in minimal time.

The key features of XR20 include:

More than 700 sounds produced by Chronic Music
Ninety-nine Preset Patterns and 99 User Patterns.
Backlit LCD Bright, glowing, backlit pads that follow the beat Microphone input and Headphone output Pattern Play mode permits different patterns to be triggered from individual pads
Drum roll/note repeat feature Powered by batteries or AC adapter

XR20 is now available for purchase at an MSRP of $499.00.

About Akai Professional
Since 1984, Akai Professional products have been a staple of modern music both in the studio and on stage. With intuitive design and cutting edge features, Akai Professional is one of the world’s most influential manufacturers of musical electronics. For more information, visit www.akaipro.com