Scared by the MPC

Hi all,

Bought an MPC2000XL with all boards and zip fitted and max memory yesterday.
I've used an S2000 with computer sequencer for years and have other synths, turntables, outboard and FX hooked up too. I work fast using this system and am pleased with the results.
Just had the chance of buying an MPC 'cos I always wanted one and had heard that it's quick and easy to make fat instrumentals (my beats are kinda like Ugly Duckling / Creators / Dilated)
Had a play around for a couple of hours last night and found it well tricky to make sequences (step edit's a nightmare!)...please reassure me that it's worth spending time learning to use it 'cos I nearly put it straight on ebay today!
I read the MPC vs. computer thing on www.mpc2000xl.com and sadly couldn't really agree with many of the advantages listed.
I really want to get into using it, but feel that I could be wasting my time!
The fact that Recycle doesn't talk to it just seems like the final straw

Why should I keep hold of it???

Cheers

piss off!


do what you feel

i'l buy it.

give it time before you do what you feel.
unless there is a time limit for returning it

Jacpot will gladly take it off your hands

*reaches in pocket and pulls out wallet*

Ok ok it's probably a case of going thru the manual but took me about an hour - and sh*t loads of undo button presses - to put 2 bars of drums and strings together. AND that I just tried to import samples from an S2000 zip which just confused me even more.
I suppose it's just a completely different way of working and I feel a bit 'blind' at the moment without my monitor

sorry to sound like a clampit to all those experienced folks, just thought I knew a bit about how this sh*t worked (and was spinning out 'cos I just spent wads of cash on something I might not use...)

Give it a little time, you'll have the basics down in about a week (in most cases).
Once you get used to Bangin' out beats with the pads, it'll be all good.
I just use step edit to do fine tweaks to the sequence(velocities, extra hits, etc.).
The MPC is not for everyone, but give it time.
Then if you're still not feeling it sell it.

Pe@Ce

Perhaps you should try sequencing in real time. Step edit is typically used for precise edits, corrections or arrangements not necessarily possible in real time..

fader-pro wrote:Perhaps you should try sequencing in real time. Step edit is typically used for precise edits, corrections or arrangements not necessarily possible in real time..

co-sign

give it some more time, if you dont take the time to learn the machine you would never know what the hype was all about and you wont be able to fully form your own oppinion on it. or sell it to me

Thanks for the replies. I've chickened out though.
I'm happy with the set up that I was using before and to be honest just bought it 'cos it's cool as f*ck and I'd always wanted one.
It's not gonna offer me anything over my current setup and just means spending frustrated hours learning to use it.
So for those interested...check the ads page!!!

otisthedog23 wrote:Ok ok it's probably a case of going thru the manual but took me about an hour - and sh*t loads of undo button presses - to put 2 bars of drums and strings together. AND that I just tried to import samples from an S2000 zip which just confused me even more.
I suppose it's just a completely different way of working and I feel a bit 'blind' at the moment without my monitor

sorry to sound like a clampit to all those experienced folks, just thought I knew a bit about how this sh*t worked (and was spinning out 'cos I just spent wads of cash on something I might not use...)

I can only reassure you that once you get good at it, it wont take an hour to make a simple beat . I guarantee its possible to make a beat super fast on an mpc.

That 'blind' feeling is good- it will teach you to understand your music based only on how it 'sounds' .

lame assssssss,

givin up already, booooooo......

instant gratification is for infants my friend.

Some people just can't handle the MPC, It's all good though.
I hope it goes to a good home.

WHy y'all b!tchin? You can cop his MPC for less than $600!!! Wish I had extra loot right now...