New to producing / info about mpc 2000

I am interested in getting into producing. I purchased an ion Profile Pro usb turntable with input to convert old records to mp3 or wav files on my laptop. I am looking into purchasing an mpc 2000 (mainly because used ones are around $400 and Kanye used one) and was wondering what programs I would need (if any) to start producing / sampling.

I was mainly interested in the mpc 2000 because it seems to be around $400 used and Kanye used one. Be mindful of the fact that I am COMPLETELY new to this and just need some advice or uplift. Thanks.

best site for learning about production: also has info specific to the mpc.

http://www.tweakheadz.com

beach_break wrote:best site for learning about production: also has info specific to the mpc.

http://www.tweakheadz.com

+1, and here's another thread that might have some useful info as well.

viewtopic.php?f=18&t=141732

Hello..its glad to join this forum...

One thing to learn is that NONE of the MPC's utilize .MP3 files.

Look harder on Craigslist and you'll find a 2000XL for $400 pop up from time to time.
And before you ask whats the dif between a staight 2K and and XL:
http://www.mpc2000xl.com/summary.htm