mpc60

sorry im amateur at all this, but am getting into creating music for fun using programmes on my pc like ableton, soundforge etc and wanted to expand and buy a drum machine, sampler etc. Someone recommended me the mpc60, and im wondering where i can get one as ive searched the internet and not found anywhere that sells them. for all i know they dont sell it anymore because its old, so sorry for my lack of knowledge but cheers for any help!

There are several on eBay now.

Dont take this the wrong way but if you are under the impression that the MPC60 is a new machine or you are just looking into purchasing it because someone told you to, it may not be the right choice for you. The 60 has some years on it. Any one that you find will be old and have several years of pads being hit. A good amount of them will need repairs whether the seller tells you or not. Not sure if thats how you want to begin your MPC journey. I would look into a new MPC if I were you...just 2 pennies.

I agree. The MPC60 and MPC3000 are collectors pieces and not for folks who just need a drum module (no offense). If I were you, I'd look at the Yamaha RS7000, which has a lot of the beat box features and is a great deal for the money, plus it has that awesome Motif soundset.

Just a couple more pennies.

ah right i was aware it was an old machine, just didnt realise the only place to get it was ebay, dont really want a secnd hand one. sorry to turn this into a thread irrelevant from the mpc60, but would anyone have other suggests of a kit to get? im mainly looking to make hiphop/dance beats. i looked into the Yamaha RS7000 but most reviews seem to say it has a difficult learning curve which kinda puts me off as im new to actually using the kits, ive just made beats on computer programmes. cheers for any help

If it is just for drums I would recommend a mpc1000.

^^ Your avatar is hypnotizing. And who is that guy?

I like the small guy that you just "half" see

scsiforsamplers.com wrote:^^ Your avatar is hypnotizing. And who is that guy?

I am very glad to say I do not have a fvckin clue It is from a hardcore houseparty as they call them over in the Netherlands, most people there will be similair to this guy lol

oh and I feel the guy going for his smooth headmove is hilarious

bakingsoda wrote:ah right i was aware it was an old machine, just didnt realise the only place to get it was ebay, dont really want a secnd hand one. sorry to turn this into a thread irrelevant from the mpc60, but would anyone have other suggests of a kit to get? im mainly looking to make hiphop/dance beats. i looked into the Yamaha RS7000 but most reviews seem to say it has a difficult learning curve which kinda puts me off as im new to actually using the kits, ive just made beats on computer programmes. cheers for any help

It all depends on the money you have to spend? Rule out the 60 just by the fact that it is 20 years old and the parts are expensive and becoming harder to find. If I were you I would look at the mpc1000 or 2500. You can stick a good size hard drive in them both and also drag and drop files onto them, which is a convenient way of handling files. They can also both run a near identical os with the JJ system, but the 2500 has a bigger working surface and the same pads as the classic mpc's, with a really useful tilt screen if that's something you need.

bakingsoda wrote:ah right i was aware it was an old machine, just didnt realise the only place to get it was ebay, dont really want a secnd hand one. sorry to turn this into a thread irrelevant from the mpc60, but would anyone have other suggests of a kit to get? im mainly looking to make hiphop/dance beats. i looked into the Yamaha RS7000 but most reviews seem to say it has a difficult learning curve which kinda puts me off as im new to actually using the kits, ive just made beats on computer programmes. cheers for any help

I think youre better off getting an MPC2500 maxed out...

Even if you cant afford it right now, if you save money and get it you wont regret it.
Nice clean sound, MPC sequencer, HD, CF, USB, 4 midi outs and lots of memory.

I think you would feel way more comfortable working on the 2500 than the 1000.

Peace!

DJ ALX wrote:
I think you would feel way more comfortable working on the 2500 than the 1000.

Finally got my hands on the 1000 for a few hours today, and while it is a great little machine, I personally believe the 2500 is in a different league when it comes to feel and overall quality.

been reading up on the 2500 and it sounds like a great machine, but for the price im not sure if its too expensive to start off with as i am basically a beginner with this equipment. also does anyone know a good uk site to purchase from, or a shop near london you can try the equipment? cheers

bakingsoda wrote:been reading up on the 2500 and it sounds like a great machine, but for the price im not sure if its too expensive to start off with as i am basically a beginner with this equipment. also does anyone know a good uk site to purchase from, or a shop near london you can try the equipment? cheers

Try Turnkey in London or a Digital Village store.

Dude Turnkey went ages ago...down the pan, no more shop only a web-site they went into admin with a few other shops aout a year or two back.
Now Turnkey doesn't have low low prices no one bothers competing with them cos they ain't that good no more lol
I always used to get DV price match Turnkey cos Turnkey were a bunch or retards