Will the MPC Studio be for me? (Coming from the 3000)

BoyOfVirtue wrote:I have zero experience with the Ren or the MPC Studio, but it seems like the biggest selling point is the ability to sync these models with the DAW. However, this means that you cannot use either model away from your computer...not sure if that would be a dealbreaker or not for you.

My suggestion would be a MPC1000 with JJOS. It's very powerful and offers many features not available on the 3000, all in a compact package. Editing with a waveform, nondestructive chopping, grid editing, onboard effects, filters/LFO, and the ability to connect with your computer are the big ones I can think of, but there's plenty more.

You can find a good condition 1000 on craigslist for less than $400 and it's small enough to take places....no computer needed

Thanks, but my final decision is to keep and still use the 3000. It’s too much of a sentimental piece to not use. Syncing has never been a problem for me, whether it’s tracking out Midi Time Code, or to another external device like Midi Beat Clock. I’m going to intrigue the virtual world of instruments, side by side with my 3000 like I have in the past.

huh? wrote:Thanks, but my final decision is to keep and still use the 3000. It’s too much of a sentimental piece to not use. Syncing has never been a problem for me, whether it’s tracking out Midi Time Code, or to another external device like Midi Beat Clock. I’m going to intrigue the virtual world of instruments, side by side with my 3000 like I have in the past.

As someone who has recently acquired a 3000, I understand completely. I was previously using a 2500--larger version of the 1000--and I haven't touched it since getting my 3000.

I'm tempted to sell the 2500, but it has sentimental value to me, being the first MPC I ever bought.