60 vs 2000 classic

I want to make beats and stuff but I don't want a bunch of features I'm not gonna use to get in the way. I've narrowed it down to 60 & 2k classic because the only big differences the xl has is flippy screen and time stretch which I hear 99% of xl users rarely use. so I have some questions.

1. Is the 60 that good or is it all hype?

2. Is there a real reason people don't prefer the 2k classic? (not just because its the first one without Roger Linn's name on it)

3. Is the 2k screen issue something to worry about?

4. Does chopping samples on the 60 take alot longer than the 2k?

5. Is it worth clearing off the extra desk space for the 60?

6. Anyone use both? which is more fun to use?


I want to make the switch to a mpc because using the demo fl studio and audacity is really time consuming/boring

1. Yes. Because the 60 has awesome sound and the best sequencer

4. A little bit.The 60 doesn't have waveform

5. Off course YES> If you like the 12 bit sound.

The work flow will be a lot slower on the older MPCs compared to the newer ones but once you become familiar with it everything will be easier.

The main hype about the MPC 60 is the sound. If you like 12 bit grit on your samples then you will like it.

Actual theres no real reason why people don't prefer the 2000xl. IN fact it was the most popular MPC during its time.

The issue with older MPCs is finding replacement parts for it if it was to get broken. So yes the screen is an issue along with the floppy drive of the 60.

Have you tried looking at the newer MPC like the 1000 and 2500?

there are many more differences between 2000 and 2000xl

if were buying today I wold choose 2000xl if I could find for @$400(us)

you pay a lot for a 60
but either of the 2000's will give you a better time.

rebel_lion wrote:The issue with older MPCs is finding replacement parts for it if it was to get broken. So yes the screen is an issue along with the floppy drive of the 60.

There is no problem finding replacement parts like displays or floopy drives. Look at mpc stuff or vst service.

The only problem is the 2000/xl display

But no problem with the 60 or 3000

rebel_lion wrote:The work flow will be a lot slower on the older MPCs compared to the newer ones but once you become familiar with it everything will be easier.

Well, I have never used any so I will probably adapt to what I get

rebel_lion wrote:Actual theres no real reason why people don't prefer the 2000xl. IN fact it was the most popular MPC during its time.

I wrote:2. Is there a real reason people don't prefer the 2k classic?

rebel_lion wrote:Have you tried looking at the newer MPC like the 1000 and 2500?

I wrote: I don't want a bunch of features I'm not gonna use to get in the way.

main reason to get the 2000xl is that you can get a (reasonable cheap) cardreader for it.
To find one for the 2000, can cost you a lot of stress.
Got a 60 and 2000 (and others) and must say that the sequencer's are pretty much the same
same swing, same tightness.
the main diffirence is that on the 60 you have to chop by ear and on the 2000 you have the waveform view which you will use.

^^^ I disagree. The 60 has the slowest CPU and its sequencer is known for being a bit sloppy "In a good Way" Ive use almost all of the MPCs at one point and always come back to using the 60. Its the best sounding MPC by far, has 4 MIDI outs in back, tilt screen, stock assignable audio outs, 12 bit grit, and a dope effects return system. Just make sure you get one with 3.10 OS.

The only reasons I can see someone picking up a 2000 over a 60 is. 1) they want more sample time 2) They want to edit with wav instead of by numbers. 3) they want a internal filter.

I use both the MPC60 and the MPC2000. I've had my MPC60 since 1990. I bought my MPC2000 in 2001 because I was having problems finding parts for my MPC60. The 60 has a dirtier fat sound (in a good way), and a looser sequencer (in a good way). The MPC2000 a a very synthetic, harsh sound (in a bad way), and a tighter sequencer (like a computer). What i found is I can user the samples from the 60 in the 2000 to get that fat sound. I actually like the tight sequencer. I have recently done some repairs to my 60 (replacing the screen and tact switches) and have started using it again. Having 4 midi outs vs 2 midi outs, is a real advantage when running multiple keyboards, and the loose feel makes my sequences sound more humanized. I didn't know how much I missed that. I guess it's all in what your lookin for.

MPC60: loose feel, fat sound, 4 midi outs
MPC2000: tight feel, synthetic sound, 2 midi outs

If you get an MPC2000, find someone with an MPC60 and use their sounds.

there's nothing classic about a 2000:p

If you have the money for a 60 get the 2kxl.

but then again, why not just get an mpc1k with jj os?

the 2k doesnt' sound that great. neither do the newer models but they have loads of useful features that the 2k lacks.

2k's the same price as a used 1k, no?

60 = The best sounding MPC with the nicest groove.

I'd rather take a 1000/2500/5000 over a 2000XL any day.