Yeah the Live 2 is really dope becuase of the battery and speaker. I love working in music on the go or while travelling and with the MPC3 update that’s gonna be sick! Only thing with the live is that I wish there were more buttons and I’m not in love with soft buttons.
@@trackfammusic2979I feel you. The best hardware for 3.0 will be the new line released this year. Then the current line up will go down in price which will help some get an X or whatever they can’t afford now.
@@RalphLBaer I think we can all agree that people these days need, and many of us want to get away from phones and computer screens.. that’s one reason. But most importantly many of us come from using vintage MPC and actual instruments. it’s a different feel.. which is very important in music creation. Same thing as if you tried to convince a guitarist to start using a guitar midi controller with a touch screen without real strings. I don’t see the point of paying for an expensive mpc if it’s just a music dedicated tablet. Eventually I think even the “new” mpc users would feel the same and just stick with a regular tablet, beatmaker3 and midi controller, where they could do other things like paying bills, watching movies, checking emails etc. Who knows maybe that’s AKAIs next move for the MPC 😂 I think it’s smart of akai to keep at least one MPC that has some resemblance to the vintage MPCs.
You don't use a stand for the One? Makes a big difference, ergonomically. Have a few, I like the inexpensive foldable laptop stands. Because they have like 8 angle settings, don't take space on the desk and can be folded super small. Just don't get the cheap plastic ones, metal is much more stable.
@@trackfammusic2979 I have the OG X ... really like the SE but the extra £ of won't make my music better tbh ... just love the look of the SE 👍🏽😂.. rumour has it something new is comming ... so I'm gonna wait to see what they come through with👍🏽
@@VigoBeatz ok dope. So you are comfortable arranging, mixing and actually finishing a beat in the MPC? I just haven’t been able to do that on a regular basis in my MPCs throughout the years. It’s just too annoying and tedious.. which leads to a lot of unfinished music for me.
@@trackfammusic2979 I did the same thing in FL Studio. The trick is to find the workflow that makes you the most productive with the least headache. Sometimes a little computer action is all that's needed to finish up the track. You should try the MPC Live or Live II, I found that being out in the open making beats solved a lot of beat block for me. Wishing you the best bro. Thanks for the video.
I waited a while to jump back into the Akai workflow until I decided to go with the mpc key 61. I feel like it was the best value for the money so far between the instrument library the ram and the option for the internal storage. For me it was the best choice for a standalone workstation. I’ve had it for about a week now and I’m sure the 3.0 software once the kinks get ironed out should make it an even more pleasant experience. Hardware itself is a happy medium in my opinion not as many buttons as maybe the mpc X but you have less touches on the screen than the live.
Yeah. I really do think we will all be “ok”. Everybody can’t be a 100% happy all the time but to me the update looks great overall. And yeah the key 61 seems amazing and you litterally get ALL MPC sound banks right? Especially if you pick up a used one in good condition now, it’s a complete STEAL!
I got a MPC Studio Black used for $100 that looks like it had never been touched. I’d rather have a One+ for sure, but for $100 that with my PC is a pretty slick setup.
Nice! I have the MPC studio black too for when I’m travelling, but most of the time I just use my laptop when on “the go”. I’ve had it for a long time. May get rid of it though becuase I think eventually Akai won’t support it so if you update your computer OS it may not work anymore.
I use my MPC X as a control control surface for my MPC VST software in FL Studio. My IPad using Beatmaker 3 is the closest I get to using a standalone MPC type workflow.
Ok interesting. How exactly do you incorporate beat maker on your iPad on your workflow? Do you think the X works smooth as a plug in in FL? I made a video about that a few years ago, but it felt “clunky” to me so I haven’t used it like that in a long time. Do you know if it got better the last 1-2 years?
@@trackfammusic2979 unfortunately there’s something wrong with the mpc software working correctly in FL and it freezes. The workaround is using the mpc beats as a VST instead. It’s the same plugin but you can only use 8 tracks in mpc beats vs what mpc 2.0 VST. I don’t know why mpc if I cook up a beat on the iPad using Beatmaker 3 I export the stems or midi to FL studio or to a folder to import to the MPC for that MPC swing and any additional chopping. Sometimes BM3 does the the heavy lifting and I mix the stems in my Daw without any additional production. My workflow if I don’t start on my I pad fist is done in FL studio and MPC as a VST. I track vocals and mix in Luna. I mix the beat in FL studio with everything bussed to either an Instrument bus, drum bus, and bass bus. I have my affects bussed also but I don’t export them as stems. The instrument, drum, and bass bus I sum in Luna and mix with the vocals. Luna has an amazing analog sound and to my ears give the digital plugins what they’re missing from their analog counterparts with minimal tweaking. I don’t ever see myself using Luna to produce although it has that capability, its strength is acting more like a console emulating an analogue workflow or summing desk. X works pretty smooth as a plugin when mpc beats is used instead of its big brother. I think it’s some sort of conspiracy of why the mpc software is so buggy in DAWs. At least with FL studio.
MPC Live 2 Retro Standalone. I need that MPC X SE, but I feel like another MPC is around the corner. Hopefully it has a powerful processor that can process stems and timestretching a lot better and faster. A larger screen. And some additional modularity which allows us to upgrade the memory And somebody else suggested a flip screen on the Live ..3.. which would be awesome! Personally, I hope they add more buttons to the Live 3.
Yeah I agree. They may drop the next MPC before Xmas. And better time stretching would be great. Would be nice if the sound quality was better in warp mode too. I think the screen on the X is huge but you’re probably talking about the screen on the live? And yeah a flip screen and more buttons on the new live would be a dream.
I just got the MPCX and I am learning how to use it and now the MPC 3 software just dropped. I will really like to get deep into this and I will appreciate any help you can give. Secondly, I won't advice you to get rid of any of these machines. They both have their own use...
Congrats bro. That’s exciting! Yeah I’ll def help. I also have an MPC studio that is ideal for traveling so that’s why I don’t think I will keep both. Thanks for the input!
@@trackfammusic2979 Is it the new MPC Studio you have or the old one? I have the old silver MPC Studio and an MPC Touch but I struggled with them but now I want to dive deep into the MPCX. If you got some tips on that I will be grateful.
@@ReckyDI have the old studio black. Also had the touch and the silver studio but never liked them. Yeah man I can definitely help you. What’s kind of music do you make?
@@trackfammusic2979 I need to be schooled on this with the old blue screen interface. I don't fully understand that workflow. Is it something you can assist with? We can arrange a zoom time...
@@mojoswifty360 for now it’s just gonna be an update for the hardware but obviously the computer software is next. Wouldn’t surprise me if they introduce that and a new line of MPCs before Xmas. I don’t have the MPC 3 beta version yet, but I’ve signed up on AKAIs website be able to download the public beta before it’s officially released. Once I get it I will start posting videos using it. Can’t wait!! Subscribe and stay posted if you’re interested in that!
Im your #1000 subscriber cheers! about to sell my mpcX. If you find a good workflow for using mpcX as a audio interface with Ableton, have good results with stand alone vocal isolation using stems lmk asap haha. Also I hear yuh, I work on computers have back problems makin me not wanna hunch over. Would also like things more imitate. Using the mpcX feels like an inefficient daw rather than an instrument
Yoooo!! I was wondering who this “mysterious Mr. 1000” was 😂 I really appreciate the sub! Small step for mankind but a huge step for me lol. And sure, I’m gonna fiddle around a little today and see if there is a way to use it as an interface without having to run the MPC software, or at least without it going to sleep mode. Man.. this back/neck thing is serious. I was actually sitting here booking an appointment just before reading this message haha.
At this point its just better to use a n actual DAW. Bigger screen, less clutter, more memory and no cpu restictions. The MPCs àre no longer MPCs. The menu diving is insane. Back to ableton.
I hear you bro. I’m actually still very excited for the update mainly for the arrange and mix capabilities. I just hope you don’t have to use the touch screen for everything. I’m thinking about getting an MPC 1000 or 2500 with JJOS to go along with my newer MPCs.
@trackfammusic2979 Be ready for alot of pinch and zoom on the screen and more menu diving. The next wave of MPCs will have HDMI ports like the MV8800 had VGA
Bro.. I think you’re right! This release makes me feel like a little kid 😂.. I usually don’t really care that much about updates. I just feel like I’m gonna have so much fun with this and it will make me finish a lot more music in standalone. I’m trying to get away from my computer/phone and although this has a screen it’s different. It doesn’t have notifications, it’s not stressing you to check emails, texts, social media, TINDER!!! 😂
"More Stand alone now"??? the mpc 3 is officially a watered down daw, and the different akai devices a watered down computers with a midi controller instead of a keyboard
@@Fecho33 agree 1000%. what I meant was that I think many will be able to work more in the MPC in standalone mode now and not having to finish every beat in the DAW. personally I wish they would make a new MPC that was like the MPC 1000 or 2500 (with functionality like jjos), that could be connected to the computer software if needed, and with great converters. I think that would be the sweet spot for me.
Haha. What would be you main “selling point” to keep the X over the One? At the end of the day, for me I think it comes down to something as simple as the flip screen on the X. Of course the extra knobs are nice, but I actually like the button layout better on the ONE and the fact that it doesn’t take up so much space on my desk.
Nice! I was so hype when they announced the MPC 61 key but now I actually gravitate more towards the 37. I just felt the 61 was a little TOO big And I prefer the buttons and button layout on the 37. However I think both of them will be INSANE with the new software.
@@trackfammusic2979 *No doubt! Had I held out for the Key 37, I probably would regretted it--Yeah, t's portable indeed, but I need the storage space and memory that it doesn't have. The Key 61 allowed me to pop in a 480GB SATA so I can save libraries of sounds and sessions. Now, if AKAI wanted to donate a Key 37 to me, I'm not opposed* 😁
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I have an MPC Live and have loved it since day 1. Ready for an X but waiting to see what Akai drops this year to go with 3.0. Can’t wait!
Yeah the Live 2 is really dope becuase of the battery and speaker. I love working in music on the go or while travelling and with the MPC3 update that’s gonna be sick! Only thing with the live is that I wish there were more buttons and I’m not in love with soft buttons.
@@trackfammusic2979I feel you. The best hardware for 3.0 will be the new line released this year. Then the current line up will go down in price which will help some get an X or whatever they can’t afford now.
@@trackfammusic2979explain to me the more buttons theory? Like imagine I were akai, tell me why you need more buttons.
@@RalphLBaer I think we can all agree that people these days need, and many of us want to get away from phones and computer screens.. that’s one reason.
But most importantly many of us come from using vintage MPC and actual instruments. it’s a different feel.. which is very important in music creation. Same thing as if you tried to convince a guitarist to start using a guitar midi controller with a touch screen without real strings.
I don’t see the point of paying for an expensive mpc if it’s just a music dedicated tablet. Eventually I think even the “new” mpc users would feel the same and just stick with a regular tablet, beatmaker3 and midi controller, where they could do other things like paying bills, watching movies, checking emails etc. Who knows maybe that’s AKAIs next move for the MPC 😂
I think it’s smart of akai to keep at least one MPC that has some resemblance to the vintage MPCs.
You don't use a stand for the One? Makes a big difference, ergonomically. Have a few, I like the inexpensive foldable laptop stands. Because they have like 8 angle settings, don't take space on the desk and can be folded super small. Just don't get the cheap plastic ones, metal is much more stable.
Thanks man. I actually do have a great foldable aluminum laptop stand, but for some reason I still lean over too much when I use the MPC ONE.
X is always the Boss 💪🏼👌🏽
Do you have the OG or SE? I’ve been trying to decide if I should sell my X or One. Lately im gravitating towards keeping the X.
@@trackfammusic2979 I have the OG X ... really like the SE but the extra £ of won't make my music better tbh ... just love the look of the SE 👍🏽😂.. rumour has it something new is comming ... so I'm gonna wait to see what they come through with👍🏽
I use the X standalone for 95% of the time and sometimes I use the X with the MPC Software in controller mode.
@@VigoBeatz ok dope. So you are comfortable arranging, mixing and actually finishing a beat in the MPC? I just haven’t been able to do that on a regular basis in my MPCs throughout the years. It’s just too annoying and tedious.. which leads to a lot of unfinished music for me.
@@trackfammusic2979 I did the same thing in FL Studio. The trick is to find the workflow that makes you the most productive with the least headache. Sometimes a little computer action is all that's needed to finish up the track. You should try the MPC Live or Live II, I found that being out in the open making beats solved a lot of beat block for me. Wishing you the best bro. Thanks for the video.
I waited a while to jump back into the Akai workflow until I decided to go with the mpc key 61. I feel like it was the best value for the money so far between the instrument library the ram and the option for the internal storage. For me it was the best choice for a standalone workstation. I’ve had it for about a week now and I’m sure the 3.0 software once the kinks get ironed out should make it an even more pleasant experience. Hardware itself is a happy medium in my opinion not as many buttons as maybe the mpc X but you have less touches on the screen than the live.
Yeah. I really do think we will all be “ok”. Everybody can’t be a 100% happy all the time but to me the update looks great overall.
And yeah the key 61 seems amazing and you litterally get ALL MPC sound banks right? Especially if you pick up a used one in good condition now, it’s a complete STEAL!
An MPC Live with a flip screen would be ideal
Yeah on all of them would be sick! Maybe they are not doing that on purpose to make it more tempting to by the X which is more expensive.
I got a MPC Studio Black used for $100 that looks like it had never been touched.
I’d rather have a One+ for sure, but for $100 that with my PC is a pretty slick setup.
Nice! I have the MPC studio black too for when I’m travelling, but most of the time I just use my laptop when on “the go”. I’ve had it for a long time. May get rid of it though becuase I think eventually Akai won’t support it so if you update your computer OS it may not work anymore.
I don’t like how you have to look down over the mpc live 2 & mpc 1 so Iam going with the mic x
Yeah right? That’s my biggest issue and the reason why I may stick with the X and not the One.
I use my MPC X as a control control surface for my MPC VST software in FL Studio. My IPad using Beatmaker 3 is the closest I get to using a standalone MPC type workflow.
Ok interesting. How exactly do you incorporate beat maker on your iPad on your workflow? Do you think the X works smooth as a plug in in FL? I made a video about that a few years ago, but it felt “clunky” to me so I haven’t used it like that in a long time. Do you know if it got better the last 1-2 years?
@@trackfammusic2979 unfortunately there’s something wrong with the mpc software working correctly in FL and it freezes. The workaround is using the mpc beats as a VST instead. It’s the same plugin but you can only use 8 tracks in mpc beats vs what mpc 2.0 VST. I don’t know why mpc if I cook up a beat on the iPad using Beatmaker 3 I export the stems or midi to FL studio or to a folder to import to the MPC for that MPC swing and any additional chopping. Sometimes BM3 does the the heavy lifting and I mix the stems in my Daw without any additional production. My workflow if I don’t start on my I pad fist is done in FL studio and MPC as a VST. I track vocals and mix in Luna. I mix the beat in FL studio with everything bussed to either an Instrument bus, drum bus, and bass bus. I have my affects bussed also but I don’t export them as stems. The instrument, drum, and bass bus I sum in Luna and mix with the vocals. Luna has an amazing analog sound and to my ears give the digital plugins what they’re missing from their analog counterparts with minimal tweaking. I don’t ever see myself using Luna to produce although it has that capability, its strength is acting more like a console emulating an analogue workflow or summing desk.
X works pretty smooth as a plugin when mpc beats is used instead of its big brother. I think it’s some sort of conspiracy of why the mpc software is so buggy in DAWs. At least with FL studio.
MPC Live 2 Retro Standalone. I need that MPC X SE, but I feel like another MPC is around the corner.
Hopefully it has a powerful processor that can process stems and timestretching a lot better and faster.
A larger screen. And some additional modularity which allows us to upgrade the memory
And somebody else suggested a flip screen on the Live ..3.. which would be awesome!
Personally, I hope they add more buttons to the Live 3.
Yeah I agree. They may drop the next MPC before Xmas. And better time stretching would be great. Would be nice if the sound quality was better in warp mode too. I think the screen on the X is huge but you’re probably talking about the screen on the live? And yeah a flip screen and more buttons on the new live would be a dream.
I just got the MPCX and I am learning how to use it and now the MPC 3 software just dropped. I will really like to get deep into this and I will appreciate any help you can give. Secondly, I won't advice you to get rid of any of these machines. They both have their own use...
Congrats bro. That’s exciting! Yeah I’ll def help. I also have an MPC studio that is ideal for traveling so that’s why I don’t think I will keep both. Thanks for the input!
@@trackfammusic2979 Is it the new MPC Studio you have or the old one? I have the old silver MPC Studio and an MPC Touch but I struggled with them but now I want to dive deep into the MPCX. If you got some tips on that I will be grateful.
@@ReckyDI have the old studio black. Also had the touch and the silver studio but never liked them. Yeah man I can definitely help you. What’s kind of music do you make?
@@trackfammusic2979 I need to be schooled on this with the old blue screen interface. I don't fully understand that workflow. Is it something you can assist with? We can arrange a zoom time...
@@ReckyD sure. email me, and we can take it from there. TrackfamMusic@gmail.com
So there is an update also for the MPC computer software. Is this the Beta? Did you get to update the MPC X and the MPC software both with the beta?
@@mojoswifty360 for now it’s just gonna be an update for the hardware but obviously the computer software is next. Wouldn’t surprise me if they introduce that and a new line of MPCs before Xmas. I don’t have the MPC 3 beta version yet, but I’ve signed up on AKAIs website be able to download the public beta before it’s officially released. Once I get it I will start posting videos using it. Can’t wait!! Subscribe and stay posted if you’re interested in that!
Im your #1000 subscriber cheers! about to sell my mpcX. If you find a good workflow for using mpcX as a audio interface with Ableton, have good results with stand alone vocal isolation using stems lmk asap haha. Also I hear yuh, I work on computers have back problems makin me not wanna hunch over. Would also like things more imitate. Using the mpcX feels like an inefficient daw rather than an instrument
Yoooo!! I was wondering who this “mysterious Mr. 1000” was 😂
I really appreciate the sub!
Small step for mankind but a huge step for me lol.
And sure, I’m gonna fiddle around a little today and see if there is a way to use it as an interface without having to run the MPC software, or at least without it going to sleep mode.
Man.. this back/neck thing is serious. I was actually sitting here booking an appointment just before reading this message haha.
At this point its just better to use a n actual DAW. Bigger screen, less clutter, more memory and no cpu restictions. The MPCs àre no longer MPCs. The menu diving is insane. Back to ableton.
I hear you bro. I’m actually still very excited for the update mainly for the arrange and mix capabilities. I just hope you don’t have to use the touch screen for everything. I’m thinking about getting an MPC 1000 or 2500 with JJOS to go along with my newer MPCs.
@trackfammusic2979 Be ready for alot of pinch and zoom on the screen and more menu diving. The next wave of MPCs will have HDMI ports like the MV8800 had VGA
@@bangmateo7481 😩😩😩 i really hope they still make sure most of the creative process can be done with the knobs and buttons.
Is it going to be perfect
Bro.. I think you’re right! This release makes me feel like a little kid 😂.. I usually don’t really care that much about updates. I just feel like I’m gonna have so much fun with this and it will make me finish a lot more music in standalone. I’m trying to get away from my computer/phone and although this has a screen it’s different. It doesn’t have notifications, it’s not stressing you to check emails, texts, social media, TINDER!!! 😂
X SE
I hear you bro! The fact that it has 4gb ram may be a deal breaker a few years down the line.
"More Stand alone now"??? the mpc 3 is officially a watered down daw, and the different akai devices a watered down computers with a midi controller instead of a keyboard
@@Fecho33 agree 1000%. what I meant was that I think many will be able to work more in the MPC in standalone mode now and not having to finish every beat in the DAW.
personally I wish they would make a new MPC that was like the MPC 1000 or 2500 (with functionality like jjos), that could be connected to the computer software if needed, and with great converters. I think that would be the sweet spot for me.
keep the X…duh!
Haha. What would be you main “selling point” to keep the X over the One? At the end of the day, for me I think it comes down to something as simple as the flip screen on the X. Of course the extra knobs are nice, but I actually like the button layout better on the ONE and the fact that it doesn’t take up so much space on my desk.
🎹 *My MPC Key 61 Stand-alone Mode ALL DAY. I make Beats faster & When MPC 3 Drop It’s Gonna Change GAME The Up* #SALUTE
Nice! I was so hype when they announced the MPC 61 key but now I actually gravitate more towards the 37. I just felt the 61 was a little TOO big And I prefer the buttons and button layout on the 37. However I think both of them will be INSANE with the new software.
@@trackfammusic2979 *No doubt! Had I held out for the Key 37, I probably would regretted it--Yeah, t's portable indeed, but I need the storage space and memory that it doesn't have. The Key 61 allowed me to pop in a 480GB SATA so I can save libraries of sounds and sessions. Now, if AKAI wanted to donate a Key 37 to me, I'm not opposed* 😁
@@JONESOUNDS haha i hear you. Dope, I think this new update will be dope regardless of which MPC you own, but the extra ram will definitely be a plus
X
You mean the original X or the SE? The SE has more ram which I think may be valuable the next few years.