Yessir! Bout Damn time 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

I got my MPC One back in march and haven't looked back after using DAW's for the last 20 years. I love it!!!!

I have a MPC X SE and it revolutionized my sound. The MPCs are excellent for loops and chops

Try using it in controller mode with the mpc software. That way ypu can use whatever vst synth you like in the mpc workflow

Welcome to the darkside! We've been waiting for you. 😂😂😂

I think it is good to have an MPC just to get out of DAW mode some times. Getting out of your comfort zone is good for inspiration...I have a MPC LIVEII, Maschine + and Ableton Push also I used Logic for DAW. I know that is better to master 1 DAW or 1 device like the MPC but when you jump back and forth it will let you know that is not the equipment that makes you good at making music is you as a beat maker or producer that can handle any chalange. Ocean enjoy your new MPC and I hope to see more videos of you making music no matter what DAW or hardware you use in the future.

Welcome to the MPC fraternity. It works great in conjunction with Logic. Build your beat and arrange it in the MPC. Use the individual outputs to send the sounds and arrangement to Logic, and then finish the mix and master in Logic. Just don't go fall into the vintage MPC trap lol

Limitations help make it easier to not overthink the creation process.

Producers used MPC’s to make beats heavily since the late 80’s. MPC was over a decade old in the early 2000’s

That last sample chop you did was dope!

Learning a new device is always a challenge. When I got my Live 2 it took me about a year to realise how powerful this thing really is. The DAW vs MPC experience is different and both have their strengths and weaknesses. At the time of writing this I’m equally pro DAW as I am MPC (standalone). It’s all about what you want to accomplish and how you want to go about it. If I had to moan about the MPC… yes, at times you may come across some bugs. The other niggle is with the Live 2’s q-link knob limitation, a full 16 knob layout would’ve been appreciated. Otherwise, a fairly good machine capable of great results. Enjoyed the video, reminds me of when I first got started.

I slept on the MPC daw for almost 2 years. I was strictly standalone. Just wanted to chill from the computer after 2 and a half decades of using mostly that. After I finally said let me learn it. I like using my hardware with the daw a lot more than I thought I would. 3rd party vsts, simple downloading and transferring files, more I/O like audio interface, extra USB ports from PC, better pitching and warping. My outputs from my interface sound better like a blanket effect. Now I just turn everything to audio anyway all my hardware and 3rd party vsts. Keep all the midi data in the project. Also if you more of a standalone person and have it hooked up to the daw. Don't use any 3rd party vsts and just turn your computer screen off. Damn there same experience, but more options. Doesn't compare to the big daws, but it's definitely taylored for making a beat with the MPC. Also using it as a VST is not bad either...just have to understand MTC, master/slave and routing internally.

jae freshman 🎯

You don’t need to look at the screen, look at the pads, they are also lit up showing you what pads are in key with your chosen scale. After a while, you will barely use the screen as you will build the muscle memory and know where everything is and the short cuts.

You Definitley got the right dude by your side..Jae is a Beast on that MPC

This was kinda wholesome to watch. You guys working together all concentrated and ready to learn and having fun. Love it. I love my MPC and use it together with my DAW like an instrument and to come up with ideas fast.

I love it because it’s portable, you can jam on a sesh anywhere. Your video proves how sick and clean it looks and sounds with the device alone with no wires 🔥

amazing how things come full circle I'm happy to be an 80's baby

🔥🔥🔥 it’s going take Time to learn the MPC live 2 big shout out to u and Jae Freshmen ( he’s the 🐐 on the MPC )🙏🏾!! #MPCGANG

Glad to see you made the switch Ocean! Even if its just to try it out.. I think I speak for everyone in here who owns an MPC of ANY kind (or a Roland MV-8000 or 8800 for my Roland heads in here) when I say -- there is NOTHING like hands-on production using a stand alone box thats not tied into a computer!! You're gonna fall in love with it by the time you make your 2nd beat.. I promise you! I use an MPC 2500 by the way...

Yooo @Jae Freshman is an MPC GOD, That's a big link up right there!!!💯👊🏾

This MPC, like other software or hardware DAWs is just kind of «Method» to make beats/song; Some artist do/record their music in Garage Band on iPad, and get millions of streams. Some artist get shamed for using or not using any kind of DAW. Glad that Ocean make videos about this MPC!

Welcome, we've been waiting on you. 😁

@15:10 It's far from limited. A lot of classics have been made on the MPC platform. It comes to being accustomed to using the hardware and tricks of the trade.

Yes welcome. Current owner of the MPC One. Not the one plus. Love it. (Do not plan on upgrading) Previously used MV8800 & MC808 and Ill say it was a learning curve going from one eco system to another but now I really haven't looked back.

Lol I noticed bro took the plastic off the screen...Ive had mine for 3 years now and still haven't removed the plastic 🤣🤦🏾‍♂

J Dilla will change your mind about the "limitations"

I like the fact you're an intuitive producer. Very relatable 👏🏿

3:15 He said it was off time using an MPC No Quantize my guy Gotta let natural rhythm flow

bro these chops you did at your home studio were fucking ridiculous, really inspiring video and i love to see u on the mpc

I never expected this to come, chops some samples on this shit is so much fun. You have great teacher so you will be fine

My first MPC was the MPC X!!! I havent looked back since lol I'm thinking about getting the MPC Live II just for the portability and to make beats on the move.

Answer is: they aren't.

MPC Pad Loop function Main page Track 01>Transpose set to 1. Program 001>Warp samples> Global tab>note on. Samples tab>pad loop on. For different drum loops, include them in the same mute group to alternate back and forth.

My boy Jae Free !!!

Just got an mpc one+. Yeah it’s more limited but makes the process so much funner and more satisfying than a DAW. Also Jae freshman is a 🐐 his channel came in clutch for me learning the mpc.

Always love these learning type videos :' )

Use what works for you or brings you joy. I am using the Key61, Live II, and One. Not everything is for everyone.

I think the first beat was better. You learnt quickly how to use it the first time I ever used an MPC was at University someone in my class had it on the campus in their room and they was showing me how to use it it is a bit fiddly but yeah its fun to use the last time I used one was on a music course chopping up a track which I sampled and made a track in reason the music program

Excellent collaboration.

Ocean and Freshman is the killer combo!

Bro I got the first MPC live back in 2017 and it’s been a beautiful but worth it investment!!!!

Been using MPC’s since the early 90’s. I’m talking my first was the 60 and had every one since… This is no point and click, drag and drop. The real feel vibe. More artistic creativity is demanded when using it!! Not for the lazy, got to work to get results. Limited, I would say hell no, it challenges you to think and get out of the box.

once you learn the MPC completely ,its a beautiful thing,im still learning

Fye ocean 🌊 🌊

You're like 7 years late bro! Welcome to the Family! I've owned my MPC X since late 2017. I still use it all the time and it's always fun!

The sudden camera switches are irking my soul. I want to see the Akai MPC more and the camera keeps jumping to a different perspective suddenly or split perspective which doesn't aid in anything.

Just got on the standalone bandwagon myself with the MPC one plus I love the machine within a month. I’ve made many many beats. I’m coming from logic and started with FL studios. I don’t want the MPC most of my life, but I never did what invest the money in it, I’m an old head I’m so mad that I waited so long to get my hand on this equipment. There’s a great learning curve but once you start getting into it, you could teach it to a baby. I hope you enjoy yours

You can extend a chops tail length a few ways. Program edit, Sample Screen, play with Tail Length and Tail Start. Another option...Warp that specific chop and play with the BPM or Stretch percentage

the Jae Freshman collab was dope!!!

You could use third party plugins on it too but only in controller mode

You can use 3rd party plugins in controller mode…But it would be great to use 3rd party plugins in standalone.

MPC Live was one of the best investment I have ever made ❤

You mean KZfaq producers. Top producers have always used the MPC

Jae seems like a super nice guy

Good choice ocean I got my MPC in December ain't touched NFL since I had it and you got Jay freshman

That beat fire bro Jae you the man bro bro keep doin tutorials so I can learn with you bro

When has you seen Ocean smile, its a vibe 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

I own a few MPC’s.. the MPC3000, Live 2 and the Key 61.. the Key 61 is slowly becoming my favorite

Been on the MPC since 92 and still on it 2024!!!! Especially with other midi keyboards and drum machine!!!

Honeslty I did a lot of research when I was buying my sampler. It came down to the mpc vs the machine plus. The reason the mpc won was in particular because of the live 2. It's not like any other mpc. All other mpcs required being tethered to the sound system. This mpc can act as a field recorder for sampling. You could sample sounds from the world then cut them up right on the spot if you wanted. That kind of capability isn't average for samplers. The op1 and op1 field can kind of do that but nothing close to the mpc, the op1 is a childs toy in my opinion vs the live 2. Which I would call the live 2 a true studio in a box. You can create an entire song just from the live 2, complete with mastering and effects.

You got the Freshman on board. 🤴🏾

My boi jay freshman in the video 🎉

madtin!!! @Jaefreshmen seems like a cool dude to hang with and that was a mad beat yo!❤‍🔥❤‍🔥❤‍🔥

Incorporate the MPC with a DAW is the best choice

I’ve been thinking about going into the MPC world I’ve been wanting to use it as a plugin with LPX and AL!!! Keep working on it you’ll get through the learning curve!!!

That beat in the end tho. Samples were so nice✨

🎉🎉🎉it's fire love u ocean

Man are you kidding..!? that was Heat!!..

I switched from FL to MPC Keys 37 ❤ it was the best decision of my life. I spend time 8 hrs per day on work with Computer. Its to much to make Beats on Computer too…

More MPC videos man 🔥Gonna blow the dust of mine and dive into it now

I started in 2006 with a mpc I kept my 3000 hits the best out of them all but I haven't used it since 2015 I been on analog gear and fl

U can use third party vst in mpc software👍🏾

I prefer using daw when composing to video. I brought a Maschine + over a yr ago and MPC Key 61, a few months ago and haven’t used them yet, just been sitting on my desk . Maybe later this week I’ll turn it on and learn how to work them.

Jae Freshman is the best!

in this era The MPC is an incredibly creative and enjoyable sampler tool that many music producers and beat makers are not familiar with. It's amazing how its open your beat block and makes hit beats

Like someone else said, wait till you dig into the MPC software. I tend to start tracks where ever I am in the house, and finish them in controller mode with the DAW.

Finger drumming is definitely a skill I always wanted to acquire, definitely want to invest in one of these one day

Stand alone grooveboxes are by design more limited compared to DAWS, both in workflow and in features, as you have to work with a limited amount of hardware controls and screen estate. In return it will give you a more tactile experience where you don't have to stare at a computer screen. And if you become good enough on the MPC it basically becomes an instrument.

I use native instruments macshine plus. I love theworkflow. Things get done fast. The sounds are amazing. Use with my ultimate collectors edition 14 can’t go wrong.

Love your video fam! SALUTE King 💯

it is such a pain to get into the workflow. when i got mine i thought about returning it more than one time but in the end it paid off ^^ now i love it to death... just recognized that i a completly other workflow than in the video tho... but learned that qlink trick :) i guess learning will never stop

That 3rd beat is amazing... the best out of the lot 🔥🔥🔥

Its is a tool like a hammer some people know how to use it well and some dont

MPC gang for life we actually play our music not click a mouse

try controller mode you can use vst's with the mpc software

That last one was one was definitely a lupe Fiasco type beat i was excited then you stopped lol 😆

just switched myself to standalone! Live 2

Woah i actually learned a lot watching this thank you

A HOT TIP! If you are new to the latest MPC range. I highly recommend you buy the “mpc bible” which is a e-book that has in depth tutorials and walkthroughs, otherwise the mpc might frustrate you with the workflow but will make sense once you understand the concepts.

Chopping and adding character is unmatched on the mpc. But arrangement is still really a daws job. You can do it on the mpc via song mode but its convoluted at times. Adding variety/automation and transitional sections can be a tedious process.

Bro.. Stick with Logic.. DAWS are so much efficient at this point, plus you are gonna end up dumping everything in a DAW anyway when it comes time to mix, lol. Just my 2 cents anyway

Welcome to MPC gang Ocean. I always wondered when you were going to make the move, SumnSumnSumnHTK never lied. 😂

Well, you gained a subscriber and a fan today

@Ocean you can use the MPC in Controller Mode. That way you can integrate it with Logic. You can also use VSTs in that mode. Check out the MPC Bible... It will get you up to speed real quick.

You’d probably like using the mpc plugin inside logic and use it just for drums and logic for other stuff. Even that route is kinda complicated for arranging. Best integration of these ideas plus a daw is using ableton push. Let’s you finger drum and it is integrated into the daw so you don’t have to keep going back and forth between programs or use mpc in a daw, the drum rack in ableton is just in there. I understand why Timbaland uses it. MPC makes the best finger drumming pads though. I have both and don’t even really make hip hop anymore. Sometimes feels like wasted money honestly. Check out cookin soul, he does it old school and just nails what the mpc is best at: sample chop plus drum.

Bro, I know you said the beat sounds like from something like 2015 but I think it slaps regardless! Good music is good music!

After learning the mpc2500 that was it for me love the limitations.

MPC is the most fun I’ve had writing music. Inspiring every time.

Welcome to the "MPC Gang".