Newbie - Looking for help from the ghe-toe

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Newbie - Looking for help from the ghe-toe

By gqmovement Sun Dec 07, 2014 11:43 pm
Hey guys,

I've looked a bit, but wondering if I can get some collective details on which mpc I should get.

I'm super fresh to this, and I really want to get into beat making on the side, but not sure which mpc to obtain. More looking for a used model so i can learn and tinker off that before purchasing a new and moving on up.

I've read a few smaller, portable ones to use, but again not sure which model to venture.

If you guys can please provide some info as to which model i should start with, which models you've started with, it would be much appreciated.

Thanks guys

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By manman Mon Dec 08, 2014 12:25 am
I'm in your same boat and ended up going with the mpc1000 after looking around online and also asking advice from a friend of mine that has been playing/mixing/revising for a long time. For my budget, being able to get that and a turntable/some other equipment used, I've been really happy with my decision. I did also spend the money to get jjosxl on top of that, and it's been more than worth it.

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By gqmovement Mon Dec 08, 2014 12:48 am
dope dope.

Thanks for the info, will look into it.

Again, generally all I'm looking for is just a portable mpc to mess about and play with. Don't need a massive setup and such.

Please advise & thanks guys
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Re: Newbie - Looking for help from the ghe-toe

By kneebone77 Mon Dec 08, 2014 2:47 am
I think Manman said it best. If your unsure of which MPC you want you cannot go wrong with an MPC 1000 with the JJ O.S.
Generally most MPC's are fairly close operationally and workflow wise But for the older ones you have to be willing to deal with antiquated storage options and far less computer compatibility.
The MPC 1000 with the JJ O.S. will get you going with the basics yet provide you with tons of room for growth...

Re: Newbie - Looking for help from the ghe-toe

By gqmovement Mon Dec 08, 2014 3:02 am
How does the 500 compare to the 1000?

Figure just some minor upgrades (shortage and such)

Not looking for anything crazy just to get started.

ALso, what other equip would i require? I've seen a few of the 1000s that have a "midi adapter" to plug your mpc into, and the midi into your laptop. Would I require anything extra outside of that?

What is a typical basic setup?

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By pituchez Mon Dec 08, 2014 3:45 am
dont listen to those guys.

key thing here is he wnats something "portable" if you want that..then just get mpc studio..its **** small and has software so it gets updated and gets better.

also you just use usb to plug it in. like like the other mpc's wher eyou gota get an interface and all this other shit to use it.

of course if you did want something a bit bigger id go for mpc ren.

also i mean..you do have some sort of monitor right?

making music with just headfones sucks..specially if you are sapling.
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Re: Newbie - Looking for help from the ghe-toe

By kneebone77 Mon Dec 08, 2014 3:52 am
pituchez wrote:dont listen to those guys..
:hmmm:

It's one thing if your OPINION differs from ours but why start the post off like that?
:?

Re: Newbie - Looking for help from the ghe-toe

By gqmovement Mon Dec 08, 2014 2:37 pm
pituchez wrote:dont listen to those guys.

key thing here is he wnats something "portable" if you want that..then just get mpc studio..its **** small and has software so it gets updated and gets better.

also you just use usb to plug it in. like like the other mpc's wher eyou gota get an interface and all this other **** to use it.

of course if you did want something a bit bigger id go for mpc ren.

also i mean..you do have some sort of monitor right?

making music with just headfones sucks..specially if you are sapling.


woah, a bit harsh with the intro mayne.
I would like everyone's opinion.

Yes i'd like a smaller portable, but again not to restricted and i want an amateur machine to work and learn on.

what's an mpc ren?

In terms of monitor, you mean just hooking up a laptop/monitor? Again i'm fresh as fcuk.

What is your current, or what is a basic "setup"

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By gqmovement Mon Dec 08, 2014 3:08 pm
So I've been looking around, and not sure if anyone has any of these or have played on them, and would they be an ok starting bench?

MPD26
http://www.playderecord.com/Akai-MPD26- ... oller.html

MPD32
http://www.playderecord.com/Akai-MPD32- ... oller.html

M-Audio-AXIOM PRO 25 Keyboard
http://www.playderecord.com/M-Audio-AXI ... oller.html

MPC Studio
http://www.playderecord.com/Akai-MPC-St ... oller.html

MPC Element
http://www.playderecord.com/MPC-Element.html

Re: Newbie - Looking for help from the ghe-toe

By pituchez Mon Dec 08, 2014 3:33 pm
mos def shon mos def.

yea i was just being an ass and trolling.

anyways.

have you heard of google?
google mpc ren.
anyways mpc ren is just a big version of mpc studio nawm saying?!

the reason i would suggest going for an mpc studio/mpc ren is because its newer and like i said it gets updates and shit. and you can find videos for older mpc's and apply them to the new ones since they have added a lot of the same features of the old mpc to the new ones.

also a monitor is a studio speaker. i would recommend atleast getting one. or some really good headfones. trust. i did not have monitors for a while and had to use shitty headphones to sample and apply filters. like if i wanted to take the bass line of a song. and you cant hear shit with shitty headphones. monitors will help you hear everything so you can apply filters and stuff correctly.

i got a keyboard that i dont really use.

anyways basic set up if you go with the new mpc's which use computer is

computer/monitors/mpc and tahts it. :D

and like i said..i would recomend mpc studio..since its a smaller version of mpc renaissance. i havent used mpc element..but it looks super basic.

Re: Newbie - Looking for help from the ghe-toe

By gqmovement Mon Dec 08, 2014 3:56 pm
pituchez wrote:mos def shon mos def.

yea i was just being an ass and trolling.

anyways.

have you heard of google?
google mpc ren.
anyways mpc ren is just a big version of mpc studio nawm saying?!

the reason i would suggest going for an mpc studio/mpc ren is because its newer and like i said it gets updates and ****. and you can find videos for older mpc's and apply them to the new ones since they have added a lot of the same features of the old mpc to the new ones.

also a monitor is a studio speaker. i would recommend atleast getting one. or some really good headfones. trust. i did not have monitors for a while and had to use **** headphones to sample and apply filters. like if i wanted to take the bass line of a song. and you cant hear **** with **** headphones. monitors will help you hear everything so you can apply filters and stuff correctly.

i got a keyboard that i dont really use.

anyways basic set up if you go with the new mpc's which use computer is

computer/monitors/mpc and tahts it. :D

and like i said..i would recomend mpc studio..since its a smaller version of mpc renaissance. i havent used mpc element..but it looks super basic.


no biggy and cheers for the honesty.

Will defo look it up. As for the MPC Ren, wanted some clarification before i start searching and reading, with the off chance of obtaining the wrong info and reading something else that's "ren"

But makes sense to go towards the newer set as I can apply the older features to it. dope.

I wasn't sure about the keyboard setup. I've seen a few that have the pad to record your play.

Dude, cheers for the info, it'll help me do better research.

thanks a ton guys. If y'all got anything else, please advise.
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Re: Newbie - Looking for help from the ghe-toe

By Lampdog Mon Dec 08, 2014 4:41 pm
pituchez wrote:yea i was just being an ass and trolling.


So I can delete that one then?!

... and all others associated with it.

Re: Newbie - Looking for help from the ghe-toe

By mastasteez Mon Dec 08, 2014 7:02 pm
Those links you posted are to bits of kit which all require a computer or additional modules.

If you have a laptop and don't mind being tethered to it then the Studio is a sensible option as not too expensive and I hear the software is getting better and better.

If you're happy with hardware, then the 500 or 1000 are your best options. The main differences, I think (as not actually owned a 1000 but have a 500), are: the 1000 has a bigger LCD screen (500 has 3 lines :shock: ), 16 instead of 12 pads, you can use JJOS with it (alternative OS which makes life - sample chopping, note editing and a lot more - easier. It also has more outputs, onboard FX and a more advanced step edit feature. That being said, I did own a 500 for a year and half and loved it. Love it even more now I've sold it and need another one. I ultimately got a Maschine though as I wanted more sounds at my fingerprints without buying more hardware or synths.

You won't know which is best for you though until you've taken the plunge and actially messed with a unit/set up for a wee while.

If I could go back and start again, I'd probably have got the 1000 over the 500 as I did feel limited at times and I liked the look of the advanced 12 levels it offered.
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