MPC One is literally the best piece of equipment I’ve ever owned. To me, the price was a steal. The thing does EVERYTHING.

Such a conscientious, thoughtful approach for helping others, while sharing inspiring features, and recommending how to save others money. Plus your upbeat delivery; it’s no wonder your number of subscribers are skyrocketing!

I really, really wanted MPC Live II, but somehow ended up purchasing Koala Sampler app instead. Having an unbelievable amount of fun with it. And a grand.

I just bought an MPC live 2 and am now selling a bunch of old gear that it replaced. Your videos helped me decide. I love all my old gear but it’s a job to use it and keep it ruining. It’s nice have a new piece of gear that is fully supported vs having to buy and install new LCD backlights and usb floppy drives on old stuff too.

Honest and realistic presentation, I respect that the the presenter understands that many muso's are struggling

Your explanations of each device is a very different slant than the youtubers who show how to use them and I find it very useful to hear even more...

I really enjoyed this vid. I love my One& mc101! I actually just sold my key step pro on reverb yesterday. I got my MPC One in Dec and hadn’t touched my Keystep Pro since then. Tried to incorporate it with the one but I never got in to the flow of it.

Thank you! I love this series and hope you do continue with it!

"It's hard to look at these as spec sheets". Very True! I was about to buy the MPC live mk1 for $850 on sweetwater last year. I spoke to a salesman over the phone and he recommended the digitakt. The digitakt made me think differently on how I approach making music.

Hey Jorb, love your videos! I had a squid for 8 months. and i loved it! it is really powerful and once you wrapped your head around the possibilities of this gear, you can make a lot of great music. but in the end this was my problem with it--- it was too easy :D so i sold it and bought a very complex modular sequencer

The new MPCs are amazing and a great addition. Built in Synths alone are great. Hype, Poly, Electric, Odyssey..

Well i can tell you i bought the mpc one, as the only piece of gear that could centralise anything music making. I spend time with it, made some music, and figured yes this is for me the device, period. Now im even hooking up my electronic drumkit, and i can tell you "when you know what you are doing" it is even the best drum module that exists. Yes even a drum module, and it is not even sold as one. Its insane how much you can do with the Mpc lineup. Im not the guy with much money, so even owning a akai mpc is still a thing like pinch me am i dreaming. I know GAS is a thing, and i dont need tons of gear. (Had tons tho). I have the MPC One, and each time i could think what if.. well the answer is already on my desk. BOOM

Nothing offers better VALUE than mpc one or live. You just end up with four seperate boxes and loads of cables. Mpc and a case, hit the road

Good presentation bredren 👍🏾 Thanks for sharing

I have an MPC but I will never ditch the OG Circuit, a fantastic device with a great workflow, integrates well with other gear and my kids also love to use it standalone. Very cool indeed.

Great rundown of a lot of gear I’ve been pondering about lately. I got that itch that needs scratched!

Before I’d gotten my Live 1, I was looking into the old Alesis MMT-8 to sequence all my gear in my studio, as that was what I was mostly after. They’re so simple, yet flexible. Then I decided I wanted a sampler too, lol. Unfortunately the prices have risen quite a bit, but those new Retrokits mini versions look very promising! I’d suggest pairing one of those new units with maybe a PO-33 or Volca Sample and BAM! MPC mini on the cheap and portable.

Circuit Rhythm is a great choice for a sampler/groovebox. I just got one a month ago and it's pretty much all I really wanted in a sampler. I was considering an MPC, but it was too much of a workstation for me. Rhythm is simple and quick to sample, manipulate and get an idea happening.

First video of yours I’ve watched. I’m somewhat new to MPC, but have been making and recording music in bands and on my own for longer than I’m willing to commit to in a KZfaq comment. I was stuck between buying the Roland and the MPC One, probably because I have been using the iOS versions of both the Zenbeats and the MPC PRO2. As a drumming guitar player I have a need to reinvent the way I used to record in Pro Tools by integrating newer tones with contemporary technology that has exploded over the last 10 years or so. I know a lot more about some stuff I’ve been looking at and totally appreciate your attitude. Good stuff.

I picked up a used mpc one a few months ago. No regrets. It’s my go to daw and my most favorite instrument of all time.

I had an MPC 500 but could not get my head around the workflow, so i traded it for an Alesis SR-18 and got a Novation Circuit Tracks, which is a lot simpler to understand than the MPC. The Alesis will serve me when I get back to folk-rock from electronica.

Currently GAS'ing on new Benson Germanium boost .. don't even need a boost! (Digging the transistor's tone tho)

Another comment- my first midi sequencer in 1997 was the alesis MMT8, and while it’s a great machine- it has the flaw of using Panasonic style bubble buttons that require frequent cleaning that involves taking the entire unit apart every few months and scrubbing the contacts with a pencil eraser and isopropyl. After a year of doing this every few months, I bought a computer and cubase. Pro tip- eraser trick also works on many synths like the ob8 and polysix which also use Panasonic keyboard mechanisms.

Not at all a cheeper alternative, but worth mentioning is the Deluge. I've replaced my Circuit Rhythm and Tracks with the Deluge and gain a limitless existence (almost). Unlimited tracks, amazing synth and sampler/recording capabilities built in, literally a daw in a box.

On the note of the sp404, I got the mk2 after owning the mpc one for a year, ive had it for a month or 2 now and I have put days worth of hours on the 404,i absolutely love it, i still dont think it would replace the mpc by any means, but it is a unique device and it's got unique effects that are hard to replicate And the volca instruments i love! You're making me see my bad addiction to new gear lol "hey I have that, oh I got that too, oh.. Yeah I have that.. Hmm" definitely all out of money at this point

Love your channel! Watching from Australia

Cool video. Truly comes down to the person behind the machine and the desired workflow. I use the 2000xl, previously had the 2000, and enjoy the workflow of making it sound greater than it is less the effects and processors. Elektron Model Samples or SP404 MkII are on my list for a modern machine.

Honestly for pure MIDI sequencing the Yamaha QY700 is a beast of a machine. Of course the ROMpler voices are dated but *enough* are usable. But when it comes to being the center of a hardware setup that would have a tendency to grow it's certainly something that can keep up. Nice call-out to the Squid though. That thing is very intriguing.

Speaking about the SP404 the new version SP404 MK2 has very interesting new features that really improves the workflow! And just like you mentioned the Low-fi flava is the main reason why we buy this machine which sounds dope by the way 😉

I have a white MPC 1000 and Korg Volca Sample V.1. Even though I love them both, they are rarely played. However, my jet black Korg Electribe Sampler gets played a ton because the sound quality, sequencing options, effects and filters are all top tier. Plus it has a screen which for me is just essential with 16 tracks even when I am only using 8.

The One is amazing. It got me to the Live 2 and I have no regrets whatsoever. It’s a fantastic tool. I travel so the speaker battery etc made me spend the extra. NOW if the One lost that wall handicap 😂it’s the BEST bar none. Great video.

A cheap alternative is a Casio Xw-pd1. Very easy to use and has some good built in synth and drum sounds. It is limited on the number of samples that can be loaded at once.

I'll say: the Squid is fantastic. Also, I used an MMT-8 in the 80s when it was first released, and it *can* overdub (MIDI), since you can set it to loop, and hit record, and recording won't stop until you untoggle "record". BUT the MMT-8 has a notorious problem with buttons losing their conductivity, so a repair is almost a certainty after nearly 40 years.

There is also the Roland Verselab MV-1, which is a really great option and also has vocal processing and mastering.

I appreciate this video. Trying to decide on one, coming from someone who used a Maschine MK2 but not that much a fan of NI. I liked the controller, but I think I'd prefer something truly all in one. Thinking about the One.

I love the squid. Sequencing the tr8s and a bunch of synths. Amazing piece of gear.

Great video! a little bird told me that the Force is getting a lot of the features of the latest MPC update (more plugins, class compliance, etc) it’s just taking them longer to get the update out.

I LOVE this series, such a fresh look at getting what we need without the pain, disappointment and discomfort of G.A.S.! One Question: Where did you get those eyeglass frames? I LOVE that style, sorry, unrelated but dying to ask. Thank you for helping us navigate the way to smarter more affordable music making!

For DAWless MIDI only sequencing (and a touch of CV) I recommend the Squarp Pyramid. :)

I managed to get an MC707 for 600 euro and absolutely love it. Only issue is that the midi track will take up a synth track. You can use 4 tracks for midi and still have 4 tracks onboard. Bit of a trade off but it's super powerful.

Really like this series. Watching this for the second time and really missing timestamps!

This really isn't the exact same use case as an MPC, but a Keystep Pro + Volca Sample is what I use as my "brain". Keystep pro is an amazing piece of gear.

The recently announced Roland sp404 mkII is my ticket. I’ll be keeping my MPCs, but I’ll be selling the MC-101 to get it. Stoked!!! #GAS

Thanks for sharing. I have mpc one. I love it

Just subbed after watching this, hope it helps you hit 30k man!

Polyend tracker all day, it beats everything hand's down! Closely followed by the Roland MC101, and the Verse Lab.

The only thing missing on the Model:Samples (and all of their lower-level machines) a proper song mode/pattern chaining function. Yes, you can chain, but your “song” will be lost when when you power down or change projects.

Great video man! Subbed 👍🏿 I used to own the mpc ren, then the mpc studio. It's certainly not everyone's favourite, but I love the mpc 500, I can make music with it on my bed as it takes batteries. It takes a while to wrap your head around it but once you do, it's actually a beast. Albeit there's no waveforms, you're just dealing with text, but it forces you to use your ears and push through limitations. I've had it customised too, a fun little unit.

Great overview for 2022, do you think it's time to shoot an updated version of this? 👍

The new superior drummer expansion fields of rock is also a good buy if you like to play drums. I have strike multipad I use to trigger my drums with it

I was so close to buying a new MPC when I saw you control envelopes with a finger swipe. Then I hooked up a tablet to my MPC 1000 via midi. Sample edits and midi control via sysex.

I got the mpc1, but it had a bit of a learning curve. I also recommend the sp-404sx or a. The only sampler I'm wanting now is the 404 mk2 whenever it's released. I miss my sp-202, but I don't really need it.

Just bought an MPC Live almost a year ago, because my computer is buggy and 10 years old now, even if it is still a good PC. It was one of the best decisions. I can plug in my piano real quick and record samples, or plug in my vinyl player. Can create melodies and beats on the way. I am working on an album right now and collaborate with other people, some of them doesn't have recoding equipment. So I put the MPC Live II, my interface, a microphone and headphones in my bagpack and have a fully portable studio. We also used it while hanging out in the garden in summer and did some freestyle sessions. I really love that you can use the MPC an many different ways. Anyway, my new PC will arrive soon, since the MPC is limited in certain ways, that I can only do with VSTs and I need a new PC for video editing as well. At the beginning it is a bit difficult to learn to use the MPC if you come from a DAW like me. But now I don't want to miss my MPC live II. The MPC One is a great deal and can be used mobile by using an external battery and bluetooth speakers if need. Sometimes I am thinking about buying the MPC One and sell the Live II due to the form factor. But the built in speaker in the Live II and the battery are pretty useful. I wish there was an MPC Live II in shape of the MPC One.

Hadn't heard the term synthluencers, amazing :D EDIT: Really enjoying your stuff man, may the sub count continue to grow

Love my Squid. I seem to be the only person in the know universe to use one... The more I use it, the more I discover, 99% of things you want to do can be done without switching modes. It's a production tool and a magical performance sequencer too.

My wallet is going to love this series

I really enjoyed watching this a lot of info thanks 🎼

Great concept for a post and great detail. I also appreciate the perspective you bring and the honesty when you refer off to other content providers. I learned a bunch, thank you. You will hit 5000 in no time.

If you are looking for a retro style mpc workflow, screen, feeling, but you don't want to miss features like nondestructive choppimg and usb drive option, go for MPC 1000 or2500 with JJOS fullversion! I feel like JJOS gets overlooked and excluded in mpc discussions, glad that you mentioned it at least

I have the 3000 and the 1000. I’ve used both for years. I recently borrowed a friends One. It was a giant jump into the future and fun to use. I thought it was dope and can see why they’re so hot but as much as I thought I’d find myself having to run out and buy one…I didn’t. I can move through my 1000 so fast and get the same things done. As far as accrual beat making there wasn’t much my old 1000 couldn’t do. I can jump on reason or use my minilouge for synth and track out to my daw for mixing. I still have the money I was planning to spend on the One, But think I’m going to go with a new mixer (tascam 16) or that sp404. Great video dude.

Koala is my go to for sampling, i use it on my Android phone and iPad mini 4. Use have a PC with Ableton live and a push 1 but the unstable nature of that combo discourages me. I'm looking to buy a force now that disk streaming is in the new update

Thank you for this man! I’ve been looking for a good groovebox and this will work wonders for my wallet

I’ll throw the OP-Z in the ring as well, I got mine used pretty cheap and it is really fast to use once you figure it out. The killer feature is portability, you can take it basically anywhere.

The MPC One is the best music gear purchase I've ever made. I've never been more productive in one single box. I don't feel I need the DAW anymore. In my opinion, nothing offers better value today. The only thing I miss is true portability. I'm still eyeing the MC-101 for that reason because it's so small and can be powered by AA batteries or a USB powerbank. Plus, it has a really competent synth engine with 3000+ presets.

The original 404 can use a 1g flash card. The sx and a use sd cards which is what most people use in their mpc one.. The sp do have their limitations. I like that you use all the banks without loading. That makes it easier for live performance. By live performance I mean by myself at home or in the car waiting for appointments 🤣

Another sleeper: Korg Electribe Sampler 16 tracks MIDI output (sequencer and knobs) Immediate access of many sound-shaping parameters via physical controls Ability to chain multiple patterns together to form a pattern set Parameter lock means of inputting settings changes on a per-step basis Ability export a set or an entire pattern chain as audio stems, Ableton set or stereo mixdown Ability to load samples onto the memory card or sample directly into the unit via physical audio inputs The onboard fx are great, too. The only major downside is that the onboard sample memory is about 25mb max, so I convert samples to mono bfore loading onto the memory card, thereby doubling sample capacity. But the fx are so good, that the mono thing has never been an issue for me - especially if I finish mixing a track in a DAW on my laptop, with additional stereo fx processing.

I know this videos two years old but you get a lot more inputs and outputs on the MPC Live 2 You also have internal storage You can put a two terabyte hard drive in it The one doesn't allow that You can only use an SD card which are very slow. You also don't have a 6-hour battery or a speaker. Truthfully if you're going to go DAWless The MPC Live 2 is The only thing that makes sense, otherwise you might as well just use your computer and buy a cheap $100 controller to automate your VSTs. Why spend $700 to have something your computer can do 300 times better if you're stuck in the studio anyway? Live 2 or use your computer I say

I looove my Model:Samples, but I still picked up the MPC One because I neeeed that DAW in a box. I just can't sit down and track into Ableton. Just can not do it, and my 4 track was a bit limited hah.

Just watched your video again, and I had remembered it. I think a lot of what you say is right on but the title? Your video effectivley proves what a great value a used MPC One is (or Live OG)! All the other "alternatives" that you suggest are far older, far less capable, and many cost almost as much. You're adamant that you can't recommend the MPC 1000 instead - and I HIGHLY agree. You make a correct point few ppl know at the begining - that there isn't almost anything new under the sun as far as electronic music making in years; the same sounds, techniques, classes of electronic music instrument, etc have just been improving in value, quality, and versatility. So you get to this same conclusion at the end of the video - I agree, I suppose, if you're not someone who needs a MPC (probably the case for most beginers) a Circuit or SP-404 (for lofi especially) could be even easier and same result for half the price.

My main sampler is the PO-33, It is incrediblly lo-fi but with its four tracks and 40 second sample time I can make full tracks for its price of $89!

The Korg electribe sampler is a 16 part sequencer, with sampling and built in synth engine.

Lovely to hear others now talking sense regarding synth/sampler hype, GAS, and other forces which influence us but usually not helpefully. I love gear too. I make complete tracks on Roland's 2002 MC-909 (512mb RAM, 2GB memory card, USB file transfer, the only reason I need to replace it eventually is that it wastes too much time not having a mulitrack digital audio output and having to solo each part and import one at a time over S/PDIF. Even better, the Roland MV8000 / MV8800 aren't considered easy to learn but they are known as the beasts of 2007, that was a weaker time for Akai. You can plug in a mouse and VGA monitor! Really enjoyed the video

I had a 2000XL for many years but got rid of most of my hardware in the end as repairers were becoming harder and harder to find. I feel since moving to software that my music is better. Always found hardware so limiting. I guess they are a bit different now though and more like controllers.

I'm loving my electribe 2s which you didn't mention . One thing about the volca sample2 is the usb connectivity which seems to be a problem ( why i put mine up for sale )

I own a squid and I like it. There are a few annoying things in the firmware that could be addressed, but overall it is nice so far. I am only making basic use of the squid right now though, not using a lot of the fancy performance features. I record midi tracks, make pattern sets and of course track mute a lot as well. I also use another Toraiz you missed, the SP-16 sampler, which seems to have a lot more "MPC envy" than the squid. However as it is much more expensive than the MPC, it makes sense that it's not in your video. Still, the workflow is pretty nice and it's a fun little machine to play. I use both the squid and the sp-16 together, with the squid sequencing all my synths and the sp-16 running samples and driving my other drum machines. I don't have enough physical instruments to need more than 16 tracks, but samples eat tracks like candy. having 16 tracks for sampler+drums and separate 16 for synths means I can have everything assigned in my "standing setup" and never re-route midi per project. the AS-1 is cool too - it's much less 303-related than your video implies. You mentioned both the 303 and the prophet and it is much more a specialized 1-voice prophet, where all the knobs are dedicated to performance parameters. Hence you need to use menu-diving (or an app) to do sound design. The thing sounds amazing and everything you want to grab when playing is there. Funny I love my AS-1 but hate my TB-3, which is the same "performance focused" concept. really the only dud in the toraiz line is the DJS-100 (which is an sp-16 in a CDJ body) and the reason it's a dud is pioneer chose to have differentiating software limitations in both machines. making good hardware and then intentionally crippling it with software is not a customer-friendly way to do business. these things would have sold better I think if they were just different body trims with otherwise identical features.

First beat machine I owned was a MPC 1k and i loved it but then went the mashine mk2, then mikro, than the studio, than teenage engineering op1 which i got for like 800.00 back in the day now those things are 2,000 now it's crazy lmao than roland with MC707 and SP404 NOW, i'm bouta get the MPC one plus. With all the gear i've owned ableton with a mouse and keyboard has always been there and I love the way the One plus is standalone but the link with ableton is looking pretty sick. Super stoked seeing how a newer MPC is going to work. Good video man, never sleep on the used section, hella deals and steals out there.

I have a Toraiz Squid. I think it's an incredibly slept on machine. It's not perfect. Wish it had a 'cntrl all' scenario, but if you have a few pieces of hardware...It's almost a must. It's also pretty nice with controlling software like Ableton and MPC Beats. I bought mine retail about a year ago. No regrets. $400 or less is no lose.

One recommendation I would make would probably be Korg's original electribe the "ES-1" I have the Mk 2 I'm still learning it but it's an interesting little piece of gear I got mine at a local Guitar Center for around $250

I JUST GOT THE MPC STUDIO 2 . I ALWAYS USE MY COMPUTER SCREEN SO THE MKII IS PERFECT FOR ME. AND I LOVE THE TOUCH STRIP. I KNOW YOU ARE TALKING ABOUT THE STAND ALONE VERSIONS THOUGH.

You should check out the Blackbox by 1010 music. Touch screen, plenty of i/o, expandable SD card slot and it can be battery powered and super portable

I just subbed because he recorded this video using a handheld dynamic mic…

this is a very thoughtful & helpful vid for gassy peeps young & old. ya gotta love this guy. let's get his ass a friggin' mic stand for christmas for crissakes!! ;-) tankyee, jorb!!

I can definitely get behind the Circuit Tracks. Not so much the rhythm. I have other samplers. But the circuit tracks just has such an all in one vibe to it.

The Electribe 2 Sampler could be a good under budget option as well. It would be nice to see a mk3 version!

Just got the mpc live 2 used, i decided on it mainly because its a true stand alone unit. It truly needs nothing to attach to. If you dont need the speakers and battery power, the Mpc one or live are the obvious next best options. Yes the workflow is complex and confusing at times. But so is everything related to daws or synths, they all have a learning curve. Once you start importing and cutting samples you will understand that these new Mpc's really have no limitations. The older ones really didnt have many but these new ones have literally none.

I don't know you, but with your invention of the quite ironic but on-point term SYNTHFLUENCERS ("...like the PROS use..."), I like you already. You have a new friend and Subscriber!!! Greetz from Germany. Chillwaker. EDIT: Finally a "Studiotutorial Channel that tells no sponsored bullshit. I by myself will upload a series of Videos about Musik-business und what not to believe, and how to save money in the studio (for example "The 2 $ Vocalbooth you also can order on amazon for 500 Bugs") I am doing this for almost 25 years and have a degree in Musicmarketing ;-). So. With Wyste, Florian, Estelle, Espen, the Composer Chrisses and a view other finally some people stand against all the Rachels, Andrews, Claudios and other Vendor Marketingtools on this Plattform ;-)

I have multiple samplers and only paid full price for my Ensoniq ASR10..Oter than that,the JamMan,the E-Mu E6400,got rid of the Yamaha A4000,and I have the Roland MV8800,all of which I got under $700 each...I do want the Tracker and the MPCX,simply because I want that ultimate brain,and I use samplers for more than making beats with records,sample packs,etc.Computers are nice and all,yet they are definitely apt to crash,glitch,or get into your pockets maintaining them.Also,instead of new software titles,you can make music with older versions,and they all make music.Point being,you do not NEED to spend a lot of money nor get something new to be successful,creative,and make great music.oH,and yes,I saw the mention of the Yamaha QY700,and yes,it's a MONSTER,and I look forward to using mine again soon..

I agree. I have Maschine+, got bored, bought mpcLive2, then realized i haven't even scratched the surface of the Maschine yet.

Dude. Do you do consultations!? lol you break stuff down really good. Where were you 10 years ago when I needed you! 😅

I have a Roland TR-6S and I can’t help but feel like people are sleeping on it a little. I got mine for 250 planetary credits from Amazon Warehouse and I loved it as soon as I switched it on. It does take some menu diving to get the most of it, spend some time on that classic 2 line of text Roland screen to tweak your kit and it really shines. Down sides are not having separate audio outs (left and right only), but that TR pattern sequencing is so natural you can thrown down beats in seconds flat. Actually good onboard effects (individual tracks and master), flanger is really handy for synthwave . Built in compressor has a ton of options to really make it sound good. SD slot for loading samples. USB powered. Full size MIDI in and out. Faders for each sample track, parameter locks for each step… I could go on and on, it’s so feature rich. Despite its tiny foot print, I never feel limited by it. Maybe I’m gushing a little bit, but it’s absolutely my baby and I feel like it’s the centrepiece of my set up that can move with me in whatever style of music I want to make at any given time and with the 16 steps, 8 pattern, fill pattern and options as to when the fill is triggered, you can easily make a full song of drums on it. Don’t let the small size deceive you!

mpc200xl, su700, and a few pocket operators is a pretty dope setup for me. I didnt know electron had a cheap sampler out, i might have to cope one of them!

I would add the Polyend Tracker to the list. Its features seem to be rather limited (which was kind of a deliberate design decision by Polyend -> 8 monophonic tracks, but you can swap samples / MIDI events on a per-step basis, quite limited working memory) and the Excel-like tracker workflow is not something for everyone. Having said that, after having had an MPC 1000, which I never really got used to, with the Tracker I found a (for me) perfect sequencer / groove box / production studio, which absolutely matches the way I like to compose, arrange, edit and think. + In my opinion, with regards to sound design, it has a very streamlined and powerful workflow (ADSRs and LFOs for each sample/instrument routed to volume, pitch, cutoff freq, panning etc., it has two basic synth engines [wavetable and granular], delay, reverb and tons of automation FX [rolls, sample playback modes, probability, a random fill function etc.]). Furthermore I think it has one of the best song modes. It is more geared towards introverted studio work instead of live performances, yet it has a powerful Perform mode which lets you mangle and kind of remix your finished loops / tracks on the fly.

I haven't bought any gear for a long time. Until recently. I bought a Novation LPPro MK3 for its portability and its usability. I may consider a Keystep pro or similar and some sort of hardware sampler with pads. Too much choice.

Just in case you miss that advertisement moment ^ Best Sampling Drum Machine you can see exactly to the right on video addv field from Reverb )

Never met someone have so much fun talking to himself besides me lol... Cheers!

Of all gear, it seems odd to me to redirect GAS away from an MPC One. Because it's one of the best value pieces of music equipment I own, it does so much for me, for really quite little money. And probably the thing I would pick as my desert island item (with headphones and sample library). It so good in front of a modular too and allowed me to sell a bunch of modules. The timing is great. The pads are ace, much better than the competitors. I've added a cheap behringer audio interface to expand it with tons of I/O. Honestly, an MPC and a great flexible synth like a Peak, and I'm all set. If I want to add a better reverb, I can just setup a pretty cheap great sounding GFI Skylar on a send return. With more I/O added, there so much you can do with MPC as master, with pedals, tape machines.

ive also seen alchemist use the mpc 1000. the vibe of those are cool.

Gabe Miller brought me here :D Subbed!

The Yamaha RS-7000 if u can find it cheap, but it sequencer is closer to the Akai Force.

Great content!