Frisbi wrote:For me it's more mind blowing to compose and mix all inside a standalone Mpc. That's the future, standalone boxes which actually are tablets+controllers and avoid the need of a computer. I wish that was the roadmap for Mpc.
Not sure how long you've used an MPC. But we've been using the MPC to mix external hardware via MIDI. Also, the MPC is computer. From the MPC 60 to MPC X.
Frisbi wrote:Then of course I understand that having a full compatibility with daws could capture a good audience of customers but we also have a good audience of customers who want to get rid of computers- especially Apple which is going completely unkind and crazy with OS updates that actually are a nightmare for all studios who rely on Mac..
Professional Studio's don't update to the latest OS or software update. When you make money from doing music, you don't put your livelihood at risk for an update. Also, the way Apple updates is nothing new, it's been this way for 20 years plus.
Frisbi wrote:I understand it's not easy for Akai to satisfy all different customers, and Mpc is flexible enough to be used in many different ways and workflows. I just wish this Ableton integration BIG effort will not make Mpc heavier and with less Ram to work with in Standalone.
That's hard to say, unless we can see the source code. As long as they optimize their code. These small functions should not take up much space at all.
Fre$hBreath wrote:The very idea of our MPCs controlling FL Studio, Reason, Logic, Studio One, Bit Wig, and Cubase is mindblowing to say the least, All I could envision from there are massive movement of lifetime MPC/Force users...
If Akai Pro, implemented MACKIE/HUI control with in the MPC. This could be easily down. It should've been down with MPC X because it's has enough knobs. This is also why I wish, they rethink the next MPC FLAGSHIP and add a panel of faders, more inputs and outputs. Then it could be centerpiece.
