Akai MPC 500 firmware

Akai discontinued Device launched 2006

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Discontinued · Latest firmware

1.31

released 1 Aug 2008

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Akai no longer makes the MPC 500. No firmware update since August 2008.

Updater: See the update steps below

What's new in 1.31

Bug Fixes 1. Fixed bug where Program filter settings not being loaded properly after save. 2. Fixed bug where the first step of a song was reset to Rep=0 when inserting a step.

Last checked 22 Oct 2026

Release notes on cdn.inmusicbrands.com ↗

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The Akai MPC 500 is no longer made, but Akai can still ship firmware for it and we keep checking the official download page. One message per release. No spam, no newsletter.

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Akai MPC 500 manual & official pages

Akai MPC 500 on akaipro.comopens in a new tab — akaipro.com
Download Akai MPC 500 firmware from Akaiopens in a new tab — akaipro.com

How to update the Akai MPC 500

Copy the OS .zip file to the root of a CompactFlash (CF) card. Insert the CF card into the MPC 500. Power on while holding the SHIFT button to enter update mode. Press REC when prompted to begin the update. Do not power off during the update. After completion, perform a factory re-initialization: power off, then power on while holding the Erase button. Warning: updating erases all user data — back up songs, patterns, and samples beforehand.

Just for reference. For complete and up-to-date instructions, always refer to the manufacturer's official firmware page.

Akai MPC 500 firmware update history

Changelogs summarised from the manufacturer's release notes.

1.311 Aug 2008

Release notes for this version are listed above.

Release notesopens in a new tab — cdn.inmusicbrands.com

Akai MPC 500 firmware FAQ

What is the latest firmware for the Akai MPC 500?

The latest firmware for the Akai MPC 500 is version 1.31, released on 1 Aug 2008. FW//RADAR last checked Akai's official page on 22 Oct 2026.

How do I update the Akai MPC 500?

Copy the OS .zip file to the root of a CompactFlash (CF) card. Insert the CF card into the MPC 500. Full instructions on Akai's official firmware page.

Where can I download Akai MPC 500 firmware and drivers?

Directly from Akai's official firmware page — FW//RADAR links to the source and never hosts firmware files. Official firmware page →

Is the Akai MPC 500 still receiving firmware updates?

The Akai MPC 500 is discontinued: Akai no longer makes it. The latest firmware we recorded is 1.31 from 1 Aug 2008. FW//RADAR keeps checking Akai's official page, so a new release would show up here.

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