By wzdm.85
Thu Jun 09, 2022 3:06 pm
Is there any way to remove the touch screen on the new MPCs? If I wanted a touch screen, I'd make beats on my iPad.
By MPC-Tutor
Thu Jun 09, 2022 4:57 pm
Get an MPC Studio Mk 2? MPC2500? MPC Renaissance? Lots of non-touchscreen MPC.
By Lampdog
Thu Jun 09, 2022 6:47 pm
Then stay with iPad.
Perfectly capable device.
Perfectly capable device.
Stop getting automatically offended when you see gold letters!
By Patientrichard
Thu Jun 09, 2022 7:23 pm
Simple enough mod, and really popular
It's literally a case of getting a flat head screwdriver, sticking it in the side of the screen, and keep tapping with a hammer until it pops up.
It's literally a case of getting a flat head screwdriver, sticking it in the side of the screen, and keep tapping with a hammer until it pops up.
By Monotremata
Thu Jun 09, 2022 8:36 pm
Patientrichard wrote:Simple enough mod, and really popular
It's literally a case of getting a flat head screwdriver, sticking it in the side of the screen, and keep tapping with a hammer until it pops up.
Its really popular?? Kinda funny considering removing the touch screen effectively renders the MPC useless. There are functions you HAVE to use the touch screen for, not even the X has enough buttons to get away with not using it. You cant even load a project without it.
Why even go through that trouble with a hammer? Just open the damn case up and pull it out from the inside.
By KaoticShock
Thu Jun 09, 2022 10:16 pm
Lampdog wrote:Then stay with iPad.
Perfectly capable device.
Right? An iPad with a USB hub for a MPD218 and Beatmaker 3/Garageband/Cubasis/Roland Zen Beats is actually more versatile than a standalone MPC, at least you get graphic EQ and liner arranger.
I just prefer the all in one integration of the MPC software over the multi-app style of the iPad. I feel like if I want to make music on an iPad I need at least 5 decent apps. (Garageband has no mix screen, BM3 has no built-in synths) At least on the MPC everything I need is right there on one device, and I don't even need a MIDI Keyboard if I use Pad perform. I also agree that if you don't want to see the screen, just use a MIDI controller with the software or cover it up if you're using standalone. The screen is there if you need it, but you don't have to use it if you don't. Trimming sample chops with the touchscreen is definitely a nice feature of the modern MPC's tho!
By KaoticShock
Thu Jun 09, 2022 10:18 pm
NearTao wrote:you could tape a piece of paper over it...
Best, easiest, and simplest solution. 100!
By Patientrichard
Fri Jun 10, 2022 9:35 am
Monotremata wrote:Patientrichard wrote:Simple enough mod, and really popular
It's literally a case of getting a flat head screwdriver, sticking it in the side of the screen, and keep tapping with a hammer until it pops up.
Its really popular?? Kinda funny considering removing the touch screen effectively renders the MPC useless. There are functions you HAVE to use the touch screen for, not even the X has enough buttons to get away with not using it. You cant even load a project without it.
Why even go through that trouble with a hammer? Just open the damn case up and pull it out from the inside.
Maybe I should have added /s....
By justineastwick
Fri Jun 10, 2022 10:03 am
Your iPad has a touch screen too. You could try using a Nokia 3310. No touch screen and is built like a tank!
By 40Beatz
Fri Jun 10, 2022 2:40 pm
Invest in an Older Model MPC! I suggest a 2500 or MPC4000. Thats your best move
I think like a MPC. A program is a tool. If the sculpture don't look right, Don't blame the chisel..
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By Monotremata
Fri Jun 10, 2022 2:41 pm
Patientrichard wrote:Maybe I should have added /s....
Was laughing about that last night thinking 'Man just wait until some noob runs across that post in a Google search and hammers out his display and starts crying' haha.
By jabberwalky
Fri Jun 10, 2022 4:54 pm
If you want no screens, sampling, and pads....you'd need:
1. A Roland CSQ-200 + rack sampler like the S2000 + midi pads
2. An Arturia Beatstep Pro maybe
3. Deluge
4. Novation Circuit
1. A Roland CSQ-200 + rack sampler like the S2000 + midi pads
2. An Arturia Beatstep Pro maybe
3. Deluge
4. Novation Circuit
By Patientrichard
Fri Jun 10, 2022 5:16 pm
Monotremata wrote:Patientrichard wrote:Maybe I should have added /s....
Was laughing about that last night thinking 'Man just wait until some noob runs across that post in a Google search and hammers out his display and starts crying' haha.
Gabe Miller posting on his YouTube a video about 'this insane user friendly mod' with the obligatory thumbnail of him looking shocked..
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By Lampdog
Fri Jun 10, 2022 7:10 pm
KaoticShock wrote:Right? An iPad with a USB hub for a MPD218 and Beatmaker 3/Garageband/Cubasis/Roland Zen Beats is actually more versatile than a standalone MPC, at least you get graphic EQ and liner arranger.
Stop getting automatically offended when you see gold letters!