All user reviews for the Akai Professional MPC2500

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USE

From dune computer configuration (Abletin Live / Reason / plugins), it is a good time to understand the phylosophy of the machine (sequences, programs, sounds). We must also understand the relationship between bright and backup memory, or risk losing his first recordings. Limportant is not to reason no analogy with computer music quon knows, you just simprgner the Akai logic and everything works!
The manual is essential to use the machine in detail. Not very educational but clear enough to understand what this is about.


SONORITS

The dorigines sounds provided by Akai are despicable but allow davoir sound the first time quon slap on the pads Then this is what you put into it that will make a ringing or not !dropoff window The acquisition audio via RecOd In is very easily and without breath. on the other hand do not expect that this step adds anything your sound (like heat, momentum, etc). The process is neutral fact. Jinsiste this because we racontre anything and everything on this part.
The expression of the pads is really good. I can not compare with other models because I've never utiliss. on the other hand I can tell you that they are 100 times better than the MPD Controller 32 (of the same manufacturer): it is possible, with a little workout, measure his shot to get the vlocit DSIRE which was totally impossible with the MPD 32! So, there is almost nothing ny edit in edit mode and acest top.


NOTICE GLOBAL

Notice after twenty dheure of use: ultra happy and reassured! Let me explain: made a dozen dannes I do computer music, mainly in the box with Ableton Live (v5). I started with an Amiga tracker, then PC with Acid and Reason, Cubase slightly and Live, VST plugins, then return Reason I think I test everything that is done in sequencer and synth s virtual. Jai also test combinations of hardware / software, Lately with MPD 32, Fx Pansion Guru and Live. All these tools are powerful functions bourrs of possibilities, dupgrades quen But is it cratif their potential? While on paper it seems Superior all that exists in hardware, the reality is diffrente !! After spending hours and hours in front of my screen align synths, turn virtual buttons, stack galore effects of dautomation edit curves in the lower Dtail for r poor result and lifeless, jen got tired, I have sold everything and I have bought a MPC. I'll make it simple: this is the best thing I have done in my life!
The MBM is limited by memory, storage in edition in effect Compared with config dordinateur, a is not a nail. on the other hand, in terms of making music, this is something else: a groove, this is instinctive, this is alive, sometimes wobbly but full of charm. We must be careful in each his chosen rflchir the organization of its sequences, sometimes back to ldition in Grid Edit mode (necessarily less practical Live clip quun), sometimes resample or review its program, but all this requires making the most of each element and the results are. A lot of artists prnent that creativity is rooted in coercion, I am 100% okay.
Nothing in the world I would come back in rear. Notice all those who are tired of linfinie computer power.

Edit the 14/04/10: after two months of use, I bought the JJ XL2 bones, and it goes squarely in the 4th dimension !!

Most of the famous hip hop producers consider the AKAI MPC as a main tool in the process of creating music. It is a drum machine, which isn’t created for hip hop, but has shaped the genre in the form you can see today. Numerous drum machines have been released, but the products from AKAI have always been outstanding. The AKAI MPC 2500 is technically an upgrade from the MPC 2000 and the various characteristics will prove that. Multiple analogue outs, digi in/out and the additional filters are some of the new features, which can’t be found in the previous AKAI drum machines. Experience the new effects, the ability to use more memory and the opportunity to connect to other MIDI instrument as a master, or a slave. 16MB RAM is offered in this version and you can sample about 136 seconds of mono sound. A laptop can be connected to the drum machine, but there is a CDR-W drive, which can be convenient if you are interested in recording everything on CD. A compact flash card is something a user must have when it comes to MPC 2500 because the sounds should be saved there.

UTILIZATION

The operations on the AKAI OS are almost the same as the MPC 2000. Of course, there are certain changes because the OS should also be upgraded. Due to the new effects, filters and programs, the OS offers many more options and you will have to spend a little bit more time to adjust. Most of the MPC users will easily get familiar with the details of this device because the functions are almost the same. The core sequencing, main window and mode button are the same since they are essential for the AKAI drum machines and there is no need to complicate them. Maybe the sequencing features will disappoint the fans because it is still characterized with 64 tracks per sequence, the polyphony is at 32 voices and be careful if you are interested to transfer everything from the old AKAI MPC because you can only take the seq, pgm, wav or snd files from the AKAI OS. I wasn’t satisfied from the MPC 2000 pads because they weren’t responsive enough. It is great that there are positive changes in the 2500 version since you will feel an excellent responsive level. Also, you can adjust it on each pad individually, which is a great feature that wasn’t available in the past.

SOUNDS

Real-time control has suffered some positive changes and you will love them. The two faders on the left side of the drum machine, are known as ‘Q-links’ and the users will be able to assign a filter to a specific pad. The filter can be controlled by the faders because it is much more convenient. They will change the workflow and make your music even better. It is crucial to use the faders to your advantage, but they are easy to be implemented, too. It is a surprise that the AKAI developers have provided new additions to the OS, which are the Grid editor and Mixer automation. You might figure out right away that the Grid editor is an upgrade from the step editor, which a few new adjustments. But, you will understand its work right away. The Mixer automation is great because you can easily record volume and pan changes with the Q-Links. But, keep in mind that you won’t be able to automate effects sends and sometimes it is a crucial characteristic in the workflow. The effects are EQ, compression, delay, reverb, modulation and bit grunger, and they are a standard feature in the new AKAI MPC and you will be able to add effects to either FX1 or FX2.

OVERALL OPINION

One of the characteristic features of the AKAI drum machines, is the crunchy sound, which isn’t available in the other drum machines. It is probably the best feature in the AKAI MPC 2000 and the users loved it. The MPC 2500 is recorded at 16-bit 44.1 kHz, which is different because the previous version is recording the samples at 12-bit. Of course, there is a good thing from the 16-bit since the sound has a lot more quality and it is easier for the final mixing of the record. Many people are wondering if it is a good thing to purchase the AKAI MPC 2500 and put the MPC 2000 in the other room. My opinion, is that is it a better option, but don’t forget the drum machine that taught you how to create your music. There are a lot of benefits from the MPC 2500 and you will learn them easily. Features such as chop shop, more RAM, direct recording and mix automation, aren’t available in other drum machines, so you will make a smart choice if you upgrade your studio equipment.

Pros:
- More RAM memory
- Mixer Automation
- Better Pad sensitivity
- OS upgrade
- Direct recording
- 16-bit 44.1 kHz recording samples
- Q-links

Cons:
- No 12-bit crunchy sound
- No upgrade from 64 tracks per sequencer
- No automate effects send
- Huge price

What connections (audio, MIDI ...)?

See specifications sheet.

In summary:
- 4 midi out / midi in 2
- Stereo input / stereo output
- "8 assignable outputs" that are useless!


He has an effects section?

Yes equa, delay, reverb not bad at all.


How sounds, styles available? Are they edited? Through a utility Mac / PC?

The sounds are those that he comes in, the very basis of the MPC sample! We can export / import the MPC to the PC / Mac.


What caractériques sequencer?

The sequencer is perfect, no complaints.

UTILIZATION

The general configuration is it simple?

Not very complicated once you have taken the time to read the manual (which was my case at first).


The manual is clear and sufficient?

Sufficiently clear, he said "almost" everything to tame the beast. You can also go to be even a little tampering all menus but in general everything is logical.


The usual functions are they easily accessible?

Everything is clearly marked and easy to reach. on the other hand which is rather annoying is that one key = 300 possibilities combined with another key.

SOUNDS

The sounds they suit your style of music? Are they realistic?

I sample from vinyl, CD and K7.

The sounds are those we choose to give him one sample is cut, is deposited on the pads and go! It accurately reproduces what hits him, even just a little so that the sound is cold. It was nice to return to him with an air of jazz trumpet and the bass sound is not heat. It has no grain compared to some Akai samplers legacy!


The effects are they effective and responsive?

They do what we ask them but do not expect the luxury either.


The expression is good? (Reaction velocity, aftertouch)?

Great, the pads are accurate (ideal for drums). The top is to stick to a midi keyboard bass lines.


What are the sounds you prefer, you hate?

I hate the lack of grain, but otherwise the sound is faithful to the source and precise.


My little rant go for 8 assignable outputs. For a moment I wondered if it was those that messing my sampler or if it was really how the sound came out but unfortunately it is the quality of the 8 outputs is to vomit. No potatoes, no grain = nothingness when I compare to my S-950 and MPC 60 and 3000!

OVERALL OPINION

How long have you use it?

I used it in 2008 when I bought new until 2010 and then I took the sounds from early 2013.


Have you tried many other models before buying it?

I had a MPC500 I kept for 5 months because too gadget and headache after 1 hour of use, but really to discover the world of MPC.


What is the particular feature you like best and least?

+ The grip nickel
+ The ease and speed for cutting sounds, remove the pads, play ...
+ The sequencer
+ The effects you can have it, it does not hurt troubleshoots
+ The look: she has a wild look still
The 4 + midi out

- The quality of matèriaux
- The sound quality of the 8 assignable outputs!
- The sound too cold


How would you rate the quality / price? With experience, you do again this choice?

The price / quality ratio is top today when I see the price of a used MPC2500. I bought new in November 2008 for the sum of € 1,300! I must say it is however is that the materials are really poor quality, I feel that the control wheel begins to weaken, the keys sink more easily (for those most commonly used), etc. .. . It seems that the time is not in his favor, shame on paper it is described as good to all.

I began to search for almost 1 year Hip-Hop that was found in 90 (Jeru The Damaja - The Sun Rises In The East, Onyx - Bacdafucup, Group Home - Livin 'Proof, etc ...) and I realize that it is not she who will give me what I want. It is made to what is today ...

The top is to stick him in twelve one ASR10-R and a S5000 and it is a weapon of war in 2013!

Everything is there!
The MPC 2500 is a complete production station.
Eight separate audio outputs.
2 MIDI IN, OUT 4.
You can control your entire home studio with this bike.
Much more pleasant to use than a computer (well, well, here it is only my opinion).

The MPC sequencer proven.
I, on mine, the JJOS XL, and frankly, it's just perfect!

I also strongly advise the purchase of additional memory and why not, an internal hard drive.

UTILIZATION

The use of MPC is never easy.
It can do so many things that is quickly lost in all the options.
The value of 2500 is that it is more pleasant to use than 1000 or, worse, a 500.

So there are several levels of use of MPC.
To make a beat is just perfect!
The pads are damn good.
And to production, it will try different working methods before finding the right workflow.

The thing is that the MPC will fit your way of working. You will spend more time to know how you want to work.

SOUNDS

Sounds are those that are returned.
Management sampling is excellent. Do not forget that the basic GPA is mostly a sampler.
On one branch external source, we will record, cut, assigning the pads, and hop on cheek.

It's very fun, very nice.
Have fun!
But once you start to put it all sample and play with.
It quickly becomes acros!

OVERALL OPINION

I use my MPC for a little over a year.
I had read and seen many tutorial before I buy it.
So I quickly understood the philosophy of the stupid. In addition, my experience in software Tracker helped me to understand many things.

My MPC is the brain of my home studio.
It controls my 2 MIDI synthesizers (a Ultranova and NORDWAVE). If necessary, I resample sounds directly into the machine (without loss of quality).
It also controls my Analog Four freshly arrived in my set.
It is on this that I finalize my mix (using the seq and the next track mute).

Anyway, I never regret my purchase.

The only fault that can find him is the short length of component life.
I had to change my pad sensor. Me and some buttons are more lacking.
She is very strong in her dress of black metal, but I have a feeling that time is still against it, and especially against its electronic component.

2 midi in, midi out 4, 8 mono + 1 stereo output motivated my purchase
the sequencer is accurate quantization can be used in eighth (1/8), double (1/16) demisemiquaver, binary or ternary or without quantization (96 for 1 division time) which can be very accurate.
Possibility of sending Control Change to connected devices noon.
the effect section is passable and only works on the stereo output so I do not use it (I emissions separate outputs)
Some practical function of the sampler as the reverse, time stretch.
A lot of possibility to assign one to four sample to a pad with trimming envelope, 2 filter (lpf hpf bpf), trimming Velocity, LFO ...
usb conection to a PC for backup and import / export samples, midi files ...

UTILIZATION

The grip of the machine is simple if you read the manual, after a few hours or a few days, it was soon made to know by heart all the functions (yes I swear).
ergonomics is correct, but it saves time if you can do some things on a pc as decoupage and editing sample example.
I mainly use the sequencer to function composed of beat, fly via midi synth and rock samples.

for mixing, sound processing and various other I do not ave the MPC is too limited (section effect passable example)
The separate outputs allow me to mix the sounds of MPC and synths and instruments that external midi driver via a console and record my final mix on PC

SOUNDS

the MPC faithfully what he returned in memory (échantilonnage 16bits/44.1). you have to find / create samples that ou want to hear with the MPC or anything else
some drum kits are supplied with, it helps to start (Oberheim DX tr808/909, acoustic drum kit, various perceived ...)
You can do anything with my MPC for me KIFS are reggea dub digital and its west coast "gangsta funk"
good musicie can really play what he wants to house the bagpipes!

OVERALL OPINION

For use in sequencer, this is perfect. The black dot: very limited memory that does not store long samples. But it should not be too bad if you made the hip hop beat with only two or three loops.
to put melodic line recorded with a microphone it quickly becomes just
128 MB memory expansion is indispesable.;
I have no hard drive or cd player, JJ and bones
the screen is not very big.

what I like most is being able to dial without using a PC (stability, no glare screen ...) integrated in a home studio console, synths, fx unit, ... I have trouble doing without now that I'm used to

See the features

UTILIZATION

Simple little we've used a sampler.
All functions are fairly easy, just dig a little all menus.
Everything is easily accessible, clear, logical.
The manual is clear, but like most books it describes only some of the possibilities of the machine.
In short, it's almost like everything, it takes some getting used to the setup, search, search the net and is taken in hand rather quickly.

SOUNDS

Its level is Akai is an MPC, therefore, is necessarily good.

It sounds very clean, very good dynamics, nothing to add on that side.
I usually prepare my songs on the computer, then I decompose the whole and I export everything to go back into the machine, and the difference is just incredible: the sounds eat up much less of them, it really sounds differently from the computer is usually pretty surprising.
Short, but good on that side.

OVERALL OPINION

I use it for a year and I'm pretty satisfied.

I had tried other samplers before, the 2000, 1000, as well as other makes and models.
What I love most: sound, ease of use, ergonomics, MIDI capabilities and aesthetics (as it still has to face!).

What I like least: fragility, because unfortunately this is his biggest weakness.
I am far from being a nag, but still, most of the buttons are very fragile.
Those used most often weaken rapidly (Main, Windows, Mode ...) and when you remove the hood to see what it is, you quickly understand: like many brand Akai scratching on components, and we are left with a machine components with € 1000 at 20 cents ...

It's a bit of foutage of mouth, but the advantage is that at least there are easily enough to replace what is broken in any electronics store.

Same for the pads, which let go very quickly (even if you are not a fan of drumming) and there on the other hand, this is not the same price to replace ...

The other downside (if you can really talk about negative), the can of RAM you have on the beast.
It is true that for some, the 128 of ram (after extension), are quite sufficient, but in my case, it is not nearly enough, so you have to think constantly scratching.
After that, it also learns to operate differently, but still I would feel much more comfortable with the double!
I think it's certainly an element of stability, but it would be really nice qu'Akaï think one day to develop them on that side, because when compared to what exists today (admittedly, in the middle of computer, so not really the same thing), 128MB, it does not really much!

Value for money still very good (well, except on the quality of the smallest components of course).

I would do this choice, because I see no real equivalent, but that's about it, do not expect perfection, although traditionally, the MPC series, Akai n 'is not far at all!

What connections (audio, MIDI ...)?

Well I'll say like everyone else: look at the manufacturer. It is well stocked.


He has an effects section? Yes, correct: EQ, reverb, delay, enough work.


How many sounds, styles available? Are they edited? Through a utility for Mac / PC?

Any style is the sample. editable, importable and exportable via Mac / PC.

What caractériques the sequencer?

A killing! That's what made the reputation of MPC's.

UTILIZATION

The general configuration is simple?

Childish.

The manual is clear and sufficient? ...

Ample see useless except for some clarifications and details.

Common functions are they easily accessible?

Everything is at hand.

SOUNDS

The sounds they are suitable to your style of music?

Yes, I carry around my Mac to samples of MPC 2500/5000 and vice versa.

Are they realistic? As far as can be a sample. It is neutral so we do what we want. Do not tell me grain, I see no difference between the new and the previous generation, and its dynamics are the same (I'm not talking about the 60 and 3000 I never had in hand)

The expression is good? (Reaction to velocity, aftertouch to)?

Yes, very good. The pad is good for playing drums.

Are they realistic? Sample!

The effects are they effective and responsive?

Yes to what I did. EQ a lil here and a delay there. This is not phenomenal but that's enough.

OVERALL OPINION

How long you use it?

2 days.

Did you tried many other models before buying it?

Yes: Akai MPC: 2000/xl, 500, 5000. Otherwise also Roland W30, S950, S3000xl, s2000.

What is so special that you love the most, least?

Pros: The size of the machine, easily transportable. The speed of work, a component every 30 min for the bitter full of inspiration. This is the workflow that best suits what I do and the sequencer is a killer of simplicity that allows me to play Reason live and forgetting the mouse (mouse I was pissed). The input thru (not in my previous MPC 2000XL). The eternal groove MPC and the dynamics that is quickly forgotten my favorite software: Reason that I no longer use at all to my beat's.

The -: .... it's slow, I prefer the 5000 on this issue (on others as well), the screen too small (the 5000 live yet)

Price / quality ratio?? Ba I are not paid expensive so I find it excellent. Seriously if you look in the Cygnus: € 500 minimum is good. New: more than € 1000 to the lowest, one can abuse (at that price I buy a Mac if I do nothing to Tafer).

Finally I would much rather work on 5000 but was not too portable I found a 2500 order to work around. Hop in your backpack! Otherwise fluidity level work when I went from 5000 to 2500 I felt I was finding my 2000XL, a flashback. Ok the 5000 costs more expensive but comparing with the 2500 I do not regret it. Long live 5000!!

Oh yes I can not find the JJ OS super awesome. I'm used to the Akai OS even if certain features are longer to access.

I use the base config for 1 month (16MB, no CD, no internal hard disk) and that is enough for now. I think buying more RAM in the short term for the price, Akai could make an effort to 128MB base. One point less.
I do not have internal drive because I connect the MPC directly to my iBook to store data and it suits me.
I do not need to drive / CD-ROM because I sample my CDs and DVDs from my iBook to the analog input of the MPC. Grain A / D converters is just great!

Update: I have the MPC for several months now. I boosted the RAM to 128 (256MB PC133 SODIMM barette standard 47 euros which works perfectly). This is clearly more enjoyable for the same sampler and ressampler loops with and without effects. I also added a 80GB Hitachi hard drive. It's more convenient to have an internal hard drive (100 euros) to store the samples and projects.

UTILIZATION

I have always used the software (Ableton Live on iBook) and the passage of MPC was smooth. This is the first time I use an MPC and I likened its use very quickly, the interface is exemplary and we understand very quickly how to use it. The manual is very clear and well written (in English). I was a bit scared at the start before finding how to use the quantization of the legendary beast but once the quantization set correctly (I use mainly the quantization 1 / 16 Swing 50%) everything is back to the order. The new firmware 1.2 has resolved some bugs that I identified with the functions and Trim Chop.
Which is great fun, the whole: it's heavy, it's tough, it's enjoyable to use, it does not tire of typing on the pads! The wheel is the only thing that is cheap with his iPod but rattle style plastic. One point less for the dial.

SOUNDS

As the saying goes "Garbage in, garbage out! ". It all depends on what you put into it. But from the moment you sample the good sound, big sound is guaranteed to exit! I'm sure we can get the equivalent with a good sound card and a computer but this is live, it's native did not mince words, it rocks serious!
Cool sound effects (Bit cruncher, Tremolo, etc ...) but the Reverb is unfortunately too small. We can not have a 100% wet signal and create atmosphere and good old tablecloths disturbing ... It will probably add an external reverb to top it off. One point less for the Reverb.

Update: I fell for a FireworX, history to have an impact worthy of the name. I do not serve as the equalizer of the last MPC.

OVERALL OPINION

With the features and functionality, be careful if you have to choose between the MPC 2500 and MPC 1000. Akai just update the firmware of the MPC 1000 which now has the functions Time-stretching, and Reverse Chop. The 1000 and 2500 are a functionally almost identical: the major distinction between the two is how the Grid 2500, which allows you to program in a simple MIDI can be a sequencer software.
The differences between the 1000 and 2500 are primarily technical (see data corresponding MIDI ports, the number of exits, etc ...). In short, this is the best purchase I made long ago. In fact, my musical style is hip-hop and the MPC is ideal.

See the manufacturer's website ...

UTILIZATION

- The configuration gnrale Is it easy?
yes APRS reading the manual I MPC1000 is in french on the internet
because the manual that came with was only in English.
- The usual functions are they easily accessible?
yes all pars is the pads and the wheel.
- The manual is clear and sufficient? ...
yes I had no problem reading the APRS

SOUNDS

- The sound should it your style of music?
yes I made the perfect hip hop then c o)
- The effects are they effective and responsive?
I use them
- The expression is good? (Raction the VLOC)?
so we can resolve almost all

OVERALL OPINION

- How long have you use it?
for about 1year
- What is the particular feature you like best and least?
I love all my BBO c)
- Have you tried many other models before acqurir?
no I did not have the chance to try prdceseur c
- How do you report qualitprix?
say anything
- With the exprience, you do again this choice? ...
ho yes, o)

USB super convenient for transportation of deals!
The factory sounds are on average good, but the effects of indoor are very practical for me every time I use the compressor needed to ring a beat!

UTILIZATION

Gnrale configuration simple, the manual supplied with trs is clear to avoid the problem and unnecessary questions, I type the entire book with the front bcanne! No problem since ...

SOUNDS

Apprciable sounds, it's still even a good GPA
The pads are nickel plated, which basically is nothing Exceeds, no unpleasant surprises dballage machine!

OVERALL OPINION

I use it for the past six months is a BCAN you the blow if we do not touch his ancestors before. Hear by the 3000 and 2000XL.
The new range of such effects, USB is very practical
I would do the same choices in the same situation, but if I had known before 3000, I would not point to something else.

Comprehensive, the mpc 2500 is a true workstation.
twelve o'clock the connections are very active and very useful, the effects section is nice but nothing beats a good external effects rack output ...
the sequencer is very powerful and very easy to use, who can we recalled the sequencer of the most popular softwares ...

UTILIZATION

Extremely easy to use, I had no manual for 2 months after purchase .. and except for backup, I could only get by tt.
To access the different section of the mpc, simply press the corresponding pad mode + .. a breeze!

SOUNDS

In terms of sounds, a sampler, it's strange how tjs question.
sample is what we want to sample!
Personally, I find that the record is exceptional.
obviously I sincerely believe that it is rather centered hip hop, groove, electro .. rather than metal or punk but again I think it's playable!

OVERALL OPINION

Purchased in October 2007 ..
sound, groove and the ease with which we manage to have a big sound!
I had a electribe before, ES1, no comparison, and I had to fiddle a OCCAZ ESX1,
bcp more button for live and other real-time motion .. but without hesitation I would do the same choice!

- What connections (audio, MIDI ...)?
- Refer to the manufacturer's data sheet, everything is precisely detailed. if not two words that give the lazy, 2 analog inputs from 6.35 to 2 analog outputs from 6.35 to 1 input and 1 stereo digital SPDIF - 8 analog outputs from 6.35 to 2 MIDI IN, OUT 4 midi. just look at the picture above if bonus, a USB port.

- How many sounds and styles available? Are they edited? Through a utility Mac / PC?
- Zero, since it is a sampler. we ignore the sounds contained in the card that came with the machine saw the incongruity of using such sounds in 2009 ... If the internal party sampler (USB for importing / exporting the audio from a Mac computer / PC and then edit them in advance if needed ... and so, we'll see ...), is worthy of an MPC, that is stuck in 1993 ... or almost completely obsolete section for use worthy of the name now, the display of wave forms are imprecise, treatment options limited post-sampling (and long ... what is it long ...) and not always of good quality. short, I will not dwell on that, my Ensoniq ASR-10, 1993 by increasing, far better, even today. So fortunately, the USB port is there any utility.

- Has he an effects section?
- Same comments as before, can we call the poor section filter, EQ, reverb and delay, a real effects section? Again, compared to a board in ASR-10, we laugh and we get bored ...

- What are the characteristics of the sequencer? ...
- Fortunately, you do not buy (well, I hope!) An MPC sampler for her, but for the sequencer. and its ability to store, read and play the samples as well as sequence of sounds from sound modules or external synths (virtual or hardware). the sequencer is damn convenient, simple and intuitive. the step mode, even if the screen is shockingly small, is very useful. editing is done quickly, accurately, briefly taking a little time to learn to master it, it is easy to separate from a sequencer "virtual" computer on and never come to terms with that of the MPC.

UTILIZATION

- The general configuration is it simple?
- You can not (too many) problems come to a simple song in less than twenty minutes (import sounds, patching sounds and sequences) barely unpack the box without having to open the manual. even without knowledge of other models in the range. the machine is pretty well thought, everything falls readily to hand, you do not spend three hours in the menus and submenus to find what you're looking (at the same time there are so few features finally ... it seems logical!).

- The usual functions are they easily accessible?
- I just said ...

- The manual is clear and sufficient? ...
- I still took the time to read it, and actually it is also damn good, well translated and full of tricks.

SOUNDS

- The sounds they are suitable to your style of music? Are they realistic?
- Having once again that this is a sampler (ahem), so I'm not crooked enough to make sounds inappropriate to the music I play ...

- The effects are they effective and responsive?
- They are useless for most, so I do not use it. apart from time to time delay (a delay hard to miss anyway ...). the only thing positive, but that has nothing to do with the end section effect ... is possible to automate the internal table mix.

- The expression is good? (Response to velocity, aftertouch to)?
- The pads respond well to the touch regardless of the strike, the velocity of this game can really expressive as well as for all that is rhythmic and melodic. I forgot to specify that the primary interest of an MPC finally, despite its excellent (coughed simple practice because I have already mentioned) sequencer, it's still his pads!

OVERALL OPINION

- How long have you use it?
- Almost since its release.

- What is so special that you like most and least?
- I like his sequencer, his pads, the size of the machine, the separate outputs of origin, its ease of use.
- I regret not having a real sampler board (I do not speak the "grain" that is a debate here has no place) and a true range of effects used other than for the hip- hop for example.

- Have you tried many other models before buying it?
- If one dwells on the samplers, yes, a bunch (ASR-10, ASR-X EPS EPS16, Mirage, SCI Prophet 2000, SCI Studio 440, Emu III, K2000).
if we speak of sequencers, Digital Performer Also I continue to use primarily for audio, can be traced to just about everything that has happened since Notator on Atari ...

- How would you rate the quality / price?
- Overpriced! the equivalent of a MacBook and a motu ultralite sound card type, for example ... it hurts, for the few things it can do ...

- With experience, you do again this choice? ...
- Paradoxically so, because I like the machines that are full of faults, it gives them a certain personality ... and the MPC is out of date to 80% ... I feel like (re) work with my old machine late 80 early 90 but with a USB port and pads ... the machine can be completely autonomous work I love the headphone on the couch, feet on the table to build my rhythm and bits of melodies.

if I have this machine at home is by now tired of having to work at a computer screen all day as well for recording / mixer that dial. is a luxury of around 1500 euro, it may not be worth it for many, an absolute who already have a computer, a sequencer / sampler software and a sound card, the MBM is not used much. if not use it ...

See more advice or visit the manufacturer!

UTILIZATION

I offered this machine for the Fall 2008 Fast Fashion a soundtrack for a dance. I used up Submitted Ableton Live on a Macbook, but I needed a good ragissent orders on hand for a real live job. So I quickly replaced trs Live Controller hardware and a "all-in-one", easy transport, set up, use: MBM!

I had no trouble using the sounds of my old projects (WAV), import them, assign the 2500. No bad either steal the sampler (Input Through gnial really!) And tweaking the sound flies with filters and effects included in the machine. Some of my sounds are in earlier Live passs Wave Editor or history of particular benefit from VST. But overall the machine is fiercely independent and allows a max of DLIR.

SOUNDS

So very easy to use, the possibility to sample sounds or use widely available - for free on the web, also paid on the web (I treated myself to a part of the catalog gnial Modern Beats , a killer!), MPC has become my time to this project the heart of my studio. I made a crazy place in my mini studio to compose: MBM, a pair of speakers!

OVERALL OPINION

This machine is not exclusively dedicates to hip hop, the proof of the soundtrack of Fast Fashion dance show I could do with intgralement! It's perfect all types of music. Grid Editor allows the function to work fawn prcise trs. The pads are flexible and well ragissent trs. I do not fault this excellent machine, though this may be the lack of certain FX, which I desire more. A machine must really work for an entire album without the need for much else ct: squenceur multitrack audio and MIDI Sampler, Controller noon, many inputs and outputs, sound quality irr prochable short, I am delighted!

Malhreusement now I need money to work on another project and I have no way to advance money to m'quiper. So I must make a choice in this case, sell the MPC :-(

level connectivity is fairly complete audio 2in 2 in 24:10 noon 4 out audio out, plus digital and USB.
You can import sounds work on pc to mpc
the sequencer is top, either correct or in free time ...
effects is not his strong two types of effects and not very flexible ...
Fortunately there are separate outputs for external effects to

UTILIZATION

the configuration is not easy is what has the former.
on the other hand we loop quickly and effectively no latency, tricks surprise clikte style map.
not too need the manual for the beginning ...


SOUNDS

Me it's rather industrial experience, so cold side and square is not bad, and the samples are retransmitted (no aliasing)
the expression is pretty well broadcast and I appreciate it;


OVERALL OPINION

I use it for 1 1 / 2 years before I was pretty pc and an old sequencer yamaha SU200.
the thing that will not effect the section is not very powerful, but done with, and it would have been nice to have a graphical interface leads or progressive style editor on pc or VGA
fortunately dd os3.10 is there.
I hump more than that (and I play too) after I save and presto, the game is played.
minimum: mix section, done more to make levels and effects section
most: sequencer sampler and feel good about

The best MPC yet! CHOP SHOP is truly amazing and the grid edit it cool.

Price paid

$1,700

UTILIZATION

If you already own an MPC you'll be okay but it's def. not for a newbie of anysort. They'll be LOST. I haven't encountered any bugs with the OS--I took the day off from work to just sit and fool around with it.

SOUNDS

Good sound quality--I love the effects and real time capabilities with the q-link faders and knobs. 4 midi outs! Got my JV 2080, Motif, and Ion all connected! Comes standard with BALANCED 8 outs.

OVERALL OPINION

Built Ford tough! It's not going out of my studio.

I'll give my unborn child for one of these! The features are AMAZING--the 8 outs a effects are standard and I don't have a SINGLE COMPLAINT.

Originally posted on FutureProducers.com
Posted by: bhardman ( 9-, 2005)