MPC 3000 Pads - I have hit them really hard

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MPC 3000 Pads - I have hit them really hard

By schmitti74 Sun Jan 22, 2012 9:15 pm
Hi,

for sure the 3000 is old and used!

I have to hit the pads really hard, to get always a tone out of it. I don't know how much is normal, because I´m the only one with such a old maschine.

Would one of these pad-sensor-replacement-kit help, to make the pads more sensitive?

Thanks for your help,
schmitti

Re: MPC 3000 Pads - I have hit them really hard

By micb Sun Jan 22, 2012 9:19 pm
yes replacement pad sensors are the usual cause so you might aswell give them a go.

While you are at it give your pads a clean aswell, just to make sure there is no dirt under them.
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Re: MPC 3000 Pads - I have hit them really hard

By b.read Sun Jan 22, 2012 9:21 pm
I would think so, but before dropping the $70 on a new sensor, I'd take out the pads and give your current sensor a good cleaning...


edit: ahhhh shit- micb beat me to it... :lol:
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Re: MPC 3000 Pads - I have hit them really hard

By SEED78 Sun Jan 22, 2012 11:02 pm
stick 4 layers of electrical tape under each pad, is meant to make more sensitive.

I've got the same issue with my pads - so I'm gonna clean the sensors and add tape, then get new sensors if needed. at the mo I have to have FULL LEVEL button on all the time.

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By andrewh Sun Jan 22, 2012 11:30 pm
Might try the tape out on my pads this week. I have to really mash the front row to get them to make decent noise without full level on.

I've cleaned the sensors and pads (pretty gnarly) already. I've also got a bit of a stutter on my A1 pad that I hope the tape will help out with.
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Re: MPC 3000 Pads - I have hit them really hard

By b.read Tue Jan 24, 2012 2:55 pm
I have never heard of anyone using that before...I would use diluted rubbing alcohol, but that's just me.
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Re: MPC 3000 Pads - I have hit them really hard

By SEED78 Tue Jan 24, 2012 6:40 pm
thanks bro - will look into it - to got quoted £90 for sensors from UK company :? so would prob have to get imported from MPC-stuff - so would rather try somethign else first. £90 is double what I spend on food some months, so F that!!!
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Re: MPC 3000 Pads - I have hit them really hard

By b.read Tue Jan 24, 2012 6:44 pm
Damn...you can sometimes find sensors on ebay- any luck there?

Re: MPC 3000 Pads - I have hit them really hard

By schmitti74 Wed Jan 25, 2012 9:26 pm
Cleaning und Tape:
Now my 3k feels like new!

Now i will make the same with my 60.

Thank you guys!

Schmitti
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Re: MPC 3000 Pads - I have hit them really hard

By b.read Wed Jan 25, 2012 9:29 pm
Niiiiiiiiice...gotta love thinking you need a part, but then are able to fix it for free. :D
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Re: MPC 3000 Pads - I have hit them really hard

By SEED78 Thu Jan 26, 2012 7:11 pm
hey wow that is good news!!

Are you finding you can now hit full velocity without hammering the pads or having them at FULL LEVEL mode??

right - rubbing alcohol and electronic insulation tape are now on my pay day shopping list!!
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Re: MPC 3000 Pads - I have hit them really hard

By SEED78 Sun Feb 19, 2012 11:44 pm
update on the above - just cleaned my sensors with rubbing alcohol, and cleaned pads + put tape (5 layers) under the pads.

they are better (I think) - but still can't punch full velocity without FULL on.

noticed at the point the sensors clip to the board that there is a fair bit of discoloring to the plastic, guessing these are past their use by date - when I next have the cash I'll replace them I think.

Re: MPC 3000 Pads - I have hit them really hard

By JVC Mon Feb 20, 2012 3:42 am
I had exactly the same problem as OP had. I also used electrical tape on drum pads, and it fixed the problem. The idea is same as using MPC Stuff's pad sensitivity kit, but I think electrical tape works better for many cases, because the round cork might be too thick.

It is caused by a worn out rubber drum pad, there is too much gap between the sensor and drum pads, not making enough contact when it's hit.
I think the sensor itself is quite durable.
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