FINALLY!!!! Something for FL Studio!!!! Also amazing...That you already did a tutorial! Thank you this is exactly what I needed to see what the fire is capable of. Can't wait for more vids.
My son bought me this present for Christmas as he's seen me using FL Studio. Its a brilliant little device and its really come in handy. Thanks for doing the videos they really come in handy.
ALRIGHT I BOUGHT ONE GEE. thanks though i have watched this video like 5 - 10 times by now, so much good information packed into one video. thank you again.
This is great man. I was gifted this and an fl studio license a year ago and was completely clueless. I'm in a much better place now and have been able to crank out beats daily (they vary in quality lol but I've definitely got the workflow nailed) and your channel has helped so much.
Wow this is actually a really great device. Well done. I imagine once you really get into this and know your way around it your work flow would be super fast.
I would just like to say thanks for saving me a lot of time noodling and figuring out stuff by myself on this controller and also for providing a great overview on how it works. Very excited to put some more time using it as it provides a complete new perspective on creation process in FL studio.
i've watched a few of your videos, and everytime i learn something i go and try it for myself, it helps a lot. you're awesome dude, keep up the good work
Thank you for this guide. I just picked one up and I am determined to make it a significant helper in my workflow, and without this guide that process would have taken a lot longer and been more painful. So thank you!
i was in guitar center staring broken hearted at a wall of novation launchkeys again when out of nowhere i see this thing. fastest purchase i ever made.
I have six years of experience with FL Studio. I love what I see in the Akai Fire and can't wait to get one. This is the best review I have seen on the Akai Fire so far.
First reviewer Ive watched so far who has actually read the manual. When you understand how the device is meant to work, you are better prepared to make an assesment of the product. I saw a dude bashing this controller and he hadn't even figured out how to switch between pattern and song mode without the mouse. Got dudes reviewing a product they dont even know how to use. Thank you for the detailed information! Respect.
doesnt come with a manual only 1 piece of paper that goes over the basic button combos. They have some new marketing thing where they force you to watch videos sponsored through this guy if you want to learn instead of the usual manual that explains everything.
I was choosing between this and an arturia keylab, and went with this because it was like almost $100 cheaper. And honestly surprised of how great this device is for the price. And the function it has with fl studio just makes it super helpful with your workflow. And the build quality is pretty solid.
@@DEARZISMO pretty great. It feels very durable which was one of my concerns just because its hard to tell that kind of stuff without actually having the device in your hands. But it is actually pretty great for fl studio, just because you almost dont need a mouse, you can just navigate with the knobs, and its easier to adjust individual notes on the fly very quick. Would definitely recommend if you have fl studio and are looking for a relatively cheap midi
some of this stuff is way easier using the mouse or keyboard like scrolling through mixer tracks or browser seems a bit obtuse, I know some people wanted this to work with the mobile version but it doesnt. It is still great for a sequence / drum / piano roll inserter as the price is so great
Finding it a great setup for impromptu coffee table/loungeroom use, think being able to switch between step seq/pad/keyboard modes (jack of all, master of none) in such a compact package actually makes it very capable. It's not going to replace a proper pad controller or midi keyboard, but it gets the job done for a quick setup if your someone who needs a little physical hardware control. (Clicking mouse on a piano roll has never felt natural to me.)
I bought it today! It felt like i was playing Final Fantasy for the first time!! So mysterical! UwU Much love to you. Your instructions always make me happy!
I think i might buy this and a laptop as an portable studio thing, you can fit both in a laptop case and be on your way, great stuff. Also excited to see what the future holds now that the gate has been opened for an fls controller... Great video, subbed.
This is really badass not gonna lie like yea you can just do it all using keyboard and mouse but this still makes it seem like making a track has a more unique and fun feeling to it I’m definitely gonna save to buy this looks worth the money to me 🙌🏾
This is perfect for FL Studio! My only concern in velocity sensitive pads for finger drumming. Is this included, or will it be included in the Akai Fire 2?
Push has more features and with push 1 (akai build) the custon scripts allow more usability with other daws 🤫but these two 2gether with rewire/vst = infinity gauntlet
I got one last night and I am PLEASED. No it's not Push 2 or Maschine Mk3 but it's a start. For $200 U get the controller and software, U cannot beat that. This a steal!!!
UPDATE: After my initial excitement and just being honest with myself and the FL community, in my opinion it's not all that. My Maschine Jam can basically do everything the Fire does. Also I wasn't aware that the software is only a trial version. Being able to use the step sequencer on the hardware is cool. Unless U are a gear junky like me I wouldn't recommend anyone buying it. I'd wait to see if an update is coming down the line
Just a quick heads-up, It won't work with versions of FL Studio below 20.5, so make sure you have this or a later version. Not everyone will use the version of FL that is packaged with the Fire controller.
Is there anyway to duplicate a pattern to be twice as long ? (The equivalent of doing ctrl + B) Also is there any way to access features of the piano roll? For example, can you access the arpeggiator function (ctrl + a)? This looks really interesting but those are two key features to my workflow.
Hi Michael and anyone who might be able to help... I've started using the fire and it's been such a fun device to play around with. I've unfortunately come across a problem though and it's not limited to the Fire: when I open a sample in a new channel, it shows me the preview window of the sample automatically I have now been searching for hours on how to disable this pop-up... It's extremely annoying and would just like to avoid getting my screen cluttered up whenever I load a new sample. Desperately need help with this.
Amazing demonstration of the Akai Fire. Thanks so much! This looks like to would be a great controller for NI Battery. Just curious if the pad colors would correspond to the colors assigned for the pads in Battery?
I watched one of your videos about 20 times and could not figure out how to do recording bass. You have shown that in the video but really fast - how to use NOTE mode to record bass and I was not able to figure that out... Let's say - I create a pattern and then as you suggested I would like to play and record a bass. I tried and jumped around and no success. The pattern was stopping and recording was after the pattern stopped etc. This is the first controller of this kind in my life. Can you help with any short instruction considering newbies?
Cool little Gadget , but seems it will slow my work ethic down when FL STUDIO is already so simple to use with the click of a mouse... but i still wouldnt mind getting it just because i like music gear just to have
@@slimdunkin117 ya but then you have to program the shortcuts yourself. Plus there are some things that couldn't reasonably be done with shortcuts. You could also do both and have even more workflow.
Are you getting issues with Fire in FL Studio 21? The browser on the Fire’s OLED display no longer shows you what you have highlighted! You have to look at the Computer screen. Have you got the same issue?
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Nice work Michael! ;)
When will rewire be available? I'd love to have this alongside my push 1 and ableton live🔥
FL STUDIO by Image-Line Software imagine line this is what we always wanted 😢🤣
Just ordered mine 🔥thanks for the reviews
Drkk I ordered my a yesterday...it comes at 1030am...so fedex says lol
@@b3at2 I'm excited for u, bruh lol
FINALLY!!!! Something for FL Studio!!!! Also amazing...That you already did a tutorial! Thank you this is exactly what I needed to see what the fire is capable of. Can't wait for more vids.
My son bought me this present for Christmas as he's seen me using FL Studio. Its a brilliant little device and its really come in handy.
Thanks for doing the videos they really come in handy.
ALRIGHT I BOUGHT ONE GEE. thanks though i have watched this video like 5 - 10 times by now, so much good information packed into one video. thank you again.
This is great man. I was gifted this and an fl studio license a year ago and was completely clueless. I'm in a much better place now and have been able to crank out beats daily (they vary in quality lol but I've definitely got the workflow nailed) and your channel has helped so much.
Wow this is actually a really great device. Well done. I imagine once you really get into this and know your way around it your work flow would be super fast.
*Ableton wants to know your location*
🤣🤣🤣🤣
@DJ SwatZs but piano roll sucks
ABLETON GANG
@DJ SwatZs Yeah ik, I'm saying in comparison with fl
@DJ SwatZs no it;s not, It's what u like, that's all
I would just like to say thanks for saving me a lot of time noodling and figuring out stuff by myself on this controller and also for providing a great overview on how it works. Very excited to put some more time using it as it provides a complete new perspective on creation process in FL studio.
i've watched a few of your videos, and everytime i learn something i go and try it for myself, it helps a lot. you're awesome dude, keep up the good work
Cool. I would like to see a 16x16 version with assign scale for the piano roll.
@Kirin Blevins 256 pad is actually too much, it is equal to 4 launchpad 😂😂😂
Thank you for this guide. I just picked one up and I am determined to make it a significant helper in my workflow, and without this guide that process would have taken a lot longer and been more painful. So thank you!
this was probably the only genuinely helpful tutorial I've ever watched THANK YOU
Just watched the imagine line video on utube, super happy for this great achivement of yours man
I connect 4 of them together and nothing beats them for FL control. Love the 🔥
Just watched you on Official Image Line Channel, Keeping it 💯
Thank you Mike :)
@@inthemix Can this be used along side the FLS SHORTCUT KEYBOARD?
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TIME STAMPS -
Overview - 0:50
Step Mode - 6:00
Note Mode - 8:45
Drum Mode - 10:10
Performance Mode - 11:40
10:50 sounds so nice!
i was in guitar center staring broken hearted at a wall of novation launchkeys again
when out of nowhere i see this thing. fastest purchase i ever made.
I have six years of experience with FL Studio. I love what I see in the Akai Fire and can't wait to get one. This is the best review I have seen on the Akai Fire so far.
I just watched this without sound and still found it to be informative! :D
You are my "go-to" for stuff I don't know. Just got an AKAI Fire, and of course, here you are with a video. Thank You.
This little piece of gear is a game changer.. also, great tutorial!
First reviewer Ive watched so far who has actually read the manual. When you understand how the device is meant to work, you are better prepared to make an assesment of the product. I saw a dude bashing this controller and he hadn't even figured out how to switch between pattern and song mode without the mouse. Got dudes reviewing a product they dont even know how to use. Thank you for the detailed information! Respect.
doesnt come with a manual only 1 piece of paper that goes over the basic button combos. They have some new marketing thing where they force you to watch videos sponsored through this guy if you want to learn instead of the usual manual that explains everything.
@@justiningram8573 THANKS
JUST UNBOXED MINE, AMAZING AND CONFUSING SO THANK YOU FOR THE INFORMATION AS ALWAYS MIKE.
Game Changer!!! FL Just won me back with the help of AKAI...
just bought me one cant wait to get it!
Thanks Micheal for doing the tutorial this is wht I really wanted coz I myself was not able to figure out how to use this efficiently
You're welcome :)
Such a huge eye opener. I always feel so creative just by watching your videos. Thanks a lot.
I was choosing between this and an arturia keylab, and went with this because it was like almost $100 cheaper. And honestly surprised of how great this device is for the price. And the function it has with fl studio just makes it super helpful with your workflow. And the build quality is pretty solid.
How is Akai Fire works since you bought it?
@@DEARZISMO pretty great. It feels very durable which was one of my concerns just because its hard to tell that kind of stuff without actually having the device in your hands. But it is actually pretty great for fl studio, just because you almost dont need a mouse, you can just navigate with the knobs, and its easier to adjust individual notes on the fly very quick. Would definitely recommend if you have fl studio and are looking for a relatively cheap midi
Excellent tutorial. I don;t even use FL but you explained this very clearly. Now I understand that this device is for use with that DAW
some of this stuff is way easier using the mouse or keyboard like scrolling through mixer tracks or browser seems a bit obtuse, I know some people wanted this to work with the mobile version but it doesnt. It is still great for a sequence / drum / piano roll inserter as the price is so great
This is what we need!! More buttons, less clutter!!!!
Your video is perfect. Clear, concise, thorough, yet to the point. Well done. This definitely helped me.
I saw this on ig didn’t think it was real tho
WOW I came to know so many wonderful things...btw 6:44 it sounded like a short rap like it synchronised with the beat😂😂😂 Well done sir!!!!
Finding it a great setup for impromptu coffee table/loungeroom use, think being able to switch between step seq/pad/keyboard modes (jack of all, master of none) in such a compact package actually makes it very capable. It's not going to replace a proper pad controller or midi keyboard, but it gets the job done for a quick setup if your someone who needs a little physical hardware control. (Clicking mouse on a piano roll has never felt natural to me.)
Great demo. In the Mix has become my go to channel... Please do StudioOne
Well done Michael very good insight to the device. Always worth watching your videos
Bro you honestly make the most helpful fl studio videos thank you so much x
Well done yet again!
Brilliant video! Gives all the insight one needs to know. Keep it up! :)
This was such a Helpful video! I will be coming back to this video for reference! Just got my Akai Fire!
Akai Fire is awesome 👍
Another great video. You make it so easy to learn quickly. Thank You Michael.
Very impressive demo. I bought one from Sweetwater.
I bought it today! It felt like i was playing Final Fantasy for the first time!! So mysterical! UwU
Much love to you. Your instructions always make me happy!
Wow.. I'm sold.
Thanks for this very useful indeed! You have a new sub. Keep up the great work! Regards from London.
This controller makes me want to start using FL again 🤔
Great demonstration
I think i might buy this and a laptop as an portable studio thing, you can fit both in a laptop case and be on your way, great stuff.
Also excited to see what the future holds now that the gate has been opened for an fls controller...
Great video, subbed.
I gotta say this looks....fire.
This is really badass not gonna lie like yea you can just do it all using keyboard and mouse but this still makes it seem like making a track has a more unique and fun feeling to it I’m definitely gonna save to buy this looks worth the money to me 🙌🏾
Thank you :)
This is perfect for FL Studio! My only concern in velocity sensitive pads for finger drumming. Is this included, or will it be included in the Akai Fire 2?
Where is the setup for performance mode video ?
I think I've really got to get myself one of those, it looks great. Been thinking about it for a while.
Hi Michael! Hope I wrote your name right! Your videos helped me so much! Thanks and love from India!
this tutorial was bang on mate thanks very much! :)
Got one on its way thanks for video
Good work 🙅🏽♂️
You are a great teacher
Finally a good tut
THANK YOU, MAN! You sure are a great teacher. SUBSCRIBED!
Thank you so much for this intro. I think you might have convinced me to purchase
This device is more cooler than Ableton's push.🔥🔥🔥💯
Really?
Nick B Yeah.
Push has more features and with push 1 (akai build) the custon scripts allow more usability with other daws 🤫but these two 2gether with rewire/vst = infinity gauntlet
@Luke Drinking from Alien Titty the thing basically does everything
Works great in Bitwig too
I need it. It's awesome for fl studio producers
Awesome video, thank you. That beat at the end of the video is incredible man, do you have a tutorial on how to make dance beats like that?
You are very good at explaining thinks...thank you so much!
came out on the same day and you already mastered using it. you really know your stuff, huh?
Dope video Learned a lot can’t wait to try it when I’m back in the studio
Absolutely incredible!!!
Awesome video very helpful ❤️
Dude saw video on the other channel for this amazing this looks like the coolest controller!
Thanks for the information! I love my fire and your channel
I got one last night and I am PLEASED. No it's not Push 2 or Maschine Mk3 but it's a start. For $200 U get the controller and software, U cannot beat that. This a steal!!!
UPDATE: After my initial excitement and just being honest with myself and the FL community, in my opinion it's not all that. My Maschine Jam can basically do everything the Fire does. Also I wasn't aware that the software is only a trial version. Being able to use the step sequencer on the hardware is cool. Unless U are a gear junky like me I wouldn't recommend anyone buying it. I'd wait to see if an update is coming down the line
Have you tried note mode? If so how do you like, is it as easy to play melodies & chords as it looks in this video?
@@yamzthebeast It is easy to play chords and notes on it. But if U have a midi controller already just wait until they come with something better
Just a quick heads-up, It won't work with versions of FL Studio below 20.5, so make sure you have this or a later version. Not everyone will use the version of FL that is packaged with the Fire controller.
returning my launchpad and getting this asap
Very Good overview. Thanks!
Good stuff, Michael!
these videos help a lot. cheers
It's a nice MIDI Keyboard or Drum Machine or Hybrid or whatever they call it. Its flexible.
great overview!
Is there anyway to duplicate a pattern to be twice as long ? (The equivalent of doing ctrl + B)
Also is there any way to access features of the piano roll? For example, can you access the arpeggiator function (ctrl + a)? This looks really interesting but those are two key features to my workflow.
song at then end coulda been a banger
Awssssssssommmmmme i buyied just today.oh yeaaaaaahhhhhh
Wow awesome tutorial, thanks!
Seems mouse and keyboard are still the best way to use fl studio.
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Hi Michael and anyone who might be able to help... I've started using the fire and it's been such a fun device to play around with. I've unfortunately come across a problem though and it's not limited to the Fire: when I open a sample in a new channel, it shows me the preview window of the sample automatically I have now been searching for hours on how to disable this pop-up... It's extremely annoying and would just like to avoid getting my screen cluttered up whenever I load a new sample. Desperately need help with this.
Amazing demonstration of the Akai Fire. Thanks so much! This looks like to would be a great controller for NI Battery. Just curious if the pad colors would correspond to the colors assigned for the pads in Battery?
Looks pretty cool. I may pick up one of these. As soon as they're released in America that is :(
They should be available at akai.com
JUst bought one at Guitar Center in Seattle area about an hour after seeing this video today. Lol. Will be taking it for a spin this eve.
Sean What was the price?
@@1972OGTony 200$
I watched one of your videos about 20 times and could not figure out how to do recording bass. You have shown that in the video but really fast - how to use NOTE mode to record bass and I was not able to figure that out... Let's say - I create a pattern and then as you suggested I would like to play and record a bass. I tried and jumped around and no success. The pattern was stopping and recording was after the pattern stopped etc. This is the first controller of this kind in my life. Can you help with any short instruction considering newbies?
Cool little Gadget , but seems it will slow my work ethic down when FL STUDIO is already so simple to use with the click of a mouse... but i still wouldnt mind getting it just because i like music gear just to have
this is a useless piece of crap...you can shortcut everything on a pc keyboard
@@slimdunkin117 ya but then you have to program the shortcuts yourself. Plus there are some things that couldn't reasonably be done with shortcuts. You could also do both and have even more workflow.
For word "awesome" in hindi we say "lapak" and after seeing this video I just said LAPAK. I REALLY WANT THIS PRODUCT.
Are you getting issues with Fire in FL Studio 21? The browser on the Fire’s OLED display no longer shows you what you have highlighted! You have to look at the Computer screen. Have you got the same issue?
I don't know about this thing since I watched this tutorial. It's a beast tho.'
Can you do a video on how to use akai fire making 808's
Got mine on the way
You say for more information regarding performance mode please check the video in the description...where's the video?
Great vid,though mentions vids that aren’t in description?