Akai MPC STUDIO 2 Sampling & Touch Slider Workflow Video

[@enricoSFK]

Nice Job man, but...how did you record KZbin directly to the Sampler?

[@malobeats]

Yes so i am using the Apollo Quad interface so i am not sure how it works with other interfaces but this is the way i am doing it. 1.) I am using 2 available input (31&32) 2.) on the Apollo console app settings i go to I/O MATRIX and set the inputs of 31&32 to Monitor L ch31 and Monitor R ch32 so now i am able to go on my mpc and when i sample i just choose input 31 and 32 so anything that my computer plays it will be receiving signal from those channels. Sorry this was a bit long but i hope it makes sense.

[@enricoSFK]

@@malobeats Thanks Man!! Keep Groovin !!

[@nunopinheiro75]

Afobo, you can also use Voicemeeter to record from youtube, that's what i use

[@bryanwestmoreland9628]

@@nunopinheiro75 where do you find the voice mentee I just bought a mpc studio so I’m still learning

[@ms.jecksmusiclab4007]

@@malobeats can you also sample from KZbin using a Scarlett 2i2 from Focusrite?

[@prodbydipii2453]

Possibly the most underrated MPC out there, and at a wayyy better price than most others. I get why other MPCs are 5x the price, that’s because they are basically computers of their own, but nowadays every producer has a laptop/pc and a DAW so this is probably the best bang for your buck out there

[@ken2.0]

Agreed. Even if you’re standalone you’re gonna need a computer eventually.

[@craigpurdie3528]

I learned MORE from you in 20 minutes than all the other (several) websites I visited! Thank you. I subscribed.

[@malobeats]

@@craigpurdie3528 hey man, this means a lot. Thank so much 🙏🙏

[@Superb_Owl80]

HELL YEAH! This is so awesome! I just got my MPC Studio, and I'm trying to learn the art of beat making. I've wanted to do this for like 15-20 years, so I finally decided to take the plunge.

[@Eva_official1]

Thank you ❤

[@malobeats]

@@Eva_official1 your welcome 🙏

[@keith3229]

Thanks, that's just opened up a whole new massive slider tunnel to explore.

[@IsshmanGarcia]

People dont know (or aren't saying)that with this release..Our MPC Live 2, X and One's also got a software(computer)and firmware(hardware) update- v2.10.1....for 1 item though. We may not have the TouchStrip, but they gave us the Touch FX insert effect for touch screen. Its just fine on the Live 2 screen!

[@malobeats]

Yes honestly the touch affects plug in itself is one of my favorite effects as of right now on my MPC one there’s so much creativity within that plug-in itself I’m glad we were able to get it on our mpcone

[@georgemapp2855]

Wow, you are something else on the MpC Studio I bought the MPC Studio didn’t understand it so I bought the MPCX studying that now you make me wanna jump back to the studio

[@georgemapp2855]

From what my friend tells me the studio and the X is the same thing the size of the screen is the only difference

[@Reggi_Sample]

@@georgemapp2855and q links and the interface part of it

[@skizzraw3034]

I already had you subbed, but I didn’t know you had a video about sampling on the MK2. I just got mine 2 weeks ago, and a “windows” 11 tablet. I have to learn both at the same time. Your video showed me what the other ones didn’t ,and it was so simple!!! I am going to see if I can get the user manual and highlight what you said, and watch your video again.

[@malobeats]

Yo!!! Dude congratulations on your new set up. Right now with the updates akai have been releasing. It has really made the software highly effective which I’ve been using more and more as of lately. With that being said, I feel like the studio mk2 is even more valuable now with all these new updates.

[@joegonzalez8027]

I like how clear and detailed you are. Thx

[@IsshmanGarcia]

@MALO BEATS I'm sure you most likely figured this out, but there is a more efficient way to put that "Tape Stop" effect on via hardware. Instead of using the Q Link method..Just press the Touch Strip button and either keep pressing it until the Touch FX comes up on OLED screen/or use jog wheel to get there. Once you are on the Touch FX screen, hold shift button and hit Config button(it is the Touch Strip button's secondary function). That will open up a menu of Touch FX you can choose from. Use jog wheel and go to "Turntable" effect- which IS the tape stop...tweak some settings (if you want), hit MAIN button to remove settings from screen (if you want) and use strip as usual. The visual on screen isn't as cool looking as actual plugin, but who cares. Hope this helps someone. Hardware for the win!

[@in70x]

How do I actually record the effects I play? Like I can hear them but it never has the FX when i play it back

[@CarlosVargasSpiralyal]

Great Tips. Best regards from Lisboa , Portugal

[@DvidFilms]

Your tut is better then most thank you for the details in teaching

[@TheCliffzone]

I have to say this is extremely inspiring and how to use the studio 2 hardware. I just bought mine used and I'm already loving it! Thanks so much for sharing this wonderful tutorial!

[@malobeats]

Hey brother, thank you so much for taking the time and sharing your feedback. I’m glad this was helpful.

[@slowheaven]

liked, saved, subscribed. you da man

[@malobeats]

Yo!!! Thank you, this means a lot

[@billyfreeze1893]

This was GREAT ! thanks Malo , really ,the best I have seen , I'm 99% convince this is the one I want as a newbie .

[@Lonaonthebeat]

First beat giving Jesus Walks vibes

[@DJJUSTO267]

Thanks just got mine 2 days ago 🙌🏽

[@malobeats]

@@DJJUSTO267 man that’s awesome, congrats. How are you liking it so far?

[@DJJUSTO267]

@@malobeats thanks bro to be honest i havnt had enough time to get a flow happening but i will sit down once i finish work

[@XKLOSANGELES]

That sample go CRAZYYY 🔥

[@malobeats]

Thank you brother, I appreciate you dropping by and taking the time to watch the video

[@GrayGhostDog1]

Tight vid! Thanks for putting out an actual workflow demonstration...

[@malobeats]

Thank you jay, yes I had to do this one since I really have been enjoying the mpc studio mkii workflow it’s been really intuitive in my workflow

[@Ezzrraahh]

Thank you for putting together these awesome videos!!

[@Streets2323]

Great video my brother very informative thks lcan wait to see what's next

[@normski262]

Thanks, I am just starting out. Did not know, you can pull stuff off the net into the system and pull it down into the the MPC softwear .. Thanks!!

[@malobeats]

Hey brother, thank you so much for taking the time watching a video and also sharing your feedback I’m glad this was helpful. Blessings to you

[@deziperado]

Bro I just got one of these yesterday...This video is super good and you helped me a lot!! thanks bro!

[@malobeats]

Hey brother, congrats on your new MPC I’m sure you’re gonna really enjoy this new journey. I really been enjoying mine and my set up. I’ll be posting more videos with his machine since I’ve been using it a lot lately.

[@BILLYWALKER618]

just bought one with your link.. thanks for the informative video :)

[@BILLYWALKER618]

also subbed & liked :)

[@user-kb5os9sl9y]

subscribing!!!!!! dope dope dope!

[@malobeats]

Thank you brother appreciate the support. Blessings to you

[@skizzraw3034]

The part of hitting LEARN . You have to switch your Q link mode to Project, then learn will be available. Took me a while to figure it out.

[@Darthimpakk]

MALO, just went into your library and sampled some HARD! So glad I found your channel. SUBSCRIBED!

[@malobeats]

Hey Darth, Man that means a lot I appreciate your support and your feedback thank you for taking your time to check out the video. Blessings to you

[@skinskibeats9974]

Dope tutorial, You showed me the way very clearly 👌😎

[@flingstress]

Good to see you again Fam and what a nice sett up you have there. Offcourse i have to show love and support and i wish you and the Fam also health and safety. Much love Always

[@JimGray65]

Man, this is an incredible video! Thanks for sharing!

[@malobeats]

My pleasure! Thank you for taking the time to stop by. Blessings to you🙏🏼

[@papermoon668]

How can I record sample from KZbin without audio interface?

[@CarolinahBlu]

dope bro

[@malobeats]

Thank you Carolinah Blue, I appreciate you taking the time

[@IsshmanGarcia]

@MALO BEATS After you make your chops in Sample edit page, you can hit the tune button(while still in sample edit)on the hardware to pitch the whole sample( your chops ) using the data wheel 0-24 semitones., then you can convert it to program pitched. Plus you can still pitch individual pads as normal.

[@malobeats]

That’s interesting I’ve actually seen that pitch knob on the sample editor but never gave it a shot I’m gonna try this out next time I’m slicing up my samples. Thank you so much for this

[@leoopokat8235]

checking out your sample selection added to my playlist ty dope vid btw

[@malobeats]

I’m glad the playlist was helpful and inspirational. I always go back to that playlist and resample some tracks with a whole different sound to it

[@relsrantsreloaded383]

Great info, I needed this

[@dassolosyndikat5113]

Good work 👌🏼🔥

[@malobeats]

Thank you so much for taking the time and watching a video I’m glad you enjoyed it. Blessings to you

[@C5ICK]

Dope video. Both beats were sick!

[@iguantz]

Very interesting. How do you record from KZbin? Also do you use an audio interface?

[@skizzraw3034]

Thank you for this video,!!! 🙏 I will ask you though, do you know how to map the MPC STUDIO 2 to BEATMAKER 3? if you do, please let me know!! That is my DAW of choice, but I’m still gonna practice using this as well!! Thanks for giving me a video to reference!!! ✌🏾✌🏾✌🏾

[@DopamineOverload]

Dope, brotha.

[@malobeats]

Thank you so much Chris that really means a lot. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@thefeedingmodel]

Fam this video is UNDERRATED! I just got back into producing beats, new to the MPC Beats DAW, the MPC world in general (former Reason user). I've been using the letters in my keyboard for drum pads and I'm having a blast. I currently have the Studio2 in my cart, and now I'm geeked and cant wait to get my hands on this controller. Great video, fire beat, salute for the playlist. Subbed!

[@howardturner9080]

Dope ass video you sold me. But you yeah you dope and I sub to your channel. And trust me I've seen other video and you sold it

[@malobeats]

Hey Howard, thank you so much brother appreciate your support it really means a lot and I’m glad you enjoyed the video. Blessings to you

[@howardturner9080]

@@malobeats Thank you. Yo malo 1 question how do you get your lead pluck arp to sit right in the mix.what fx do you put on them.i have a problem with the bass sounds lk it has a mussel on it.

[@glyndwr15]

It sucks that you have to use the mouse to choose chop or program in sample edit mode. On the 4K, you would just use the arrow keys to move the cursor around on a screen like that or you would use the f keys. On the MPC One or X, I'm assuming that this is where you would use the touch screen. All Akai would have to do is update the software so that the user could use a qwerty keyboard's f keys or the arrow keys and the problem would be fixed. Hopefully they'll do that in the future because it's the only thing I don't like about the Studio. Otherwise it's pefect for my needs.

[@juwonminor8454]

bro...thank you...im from the 90s and miss that mpc feel...to know that the hardwear is the work..just takes me back to that era...where can i get the controller at...i have the software...need that exact piece

[@nunopinheiro75]

It would be awesome if we could toggle the shift button

[@XKLOSANGELES]

@14:04 is a HIT. Please tell me you gonna drop that bro...

[@malobeats]

Oh man, thank you so much for bringing this section up on the video. There’s been so many tracks that I’ve put out through these videos and some of them I skip them and ignore them but you just brought this one back up to memory for me. I’m working on an instrumental EP as we speak so I definitely want to dig some of these beats up and put them out.

[@XKLOSANGELES]

@@malobeats hell yeah bro this that one in particular is too hot not to release. Cant wait to hear the finished product. Keep it up bro!

[@forsale313]

Hold on. That thing might work really well with a Convertable tough screen laptop because you can fold it backward and sit it right in front of the MPC for the time you would use the mouse. I would actually look like what the screen looks like on your stream. Yup I gotta have one. Thanks

[@malobeats]

I really appreciate you dropping by ensuring is valuable input and no doubt about it, this is awesome for anybody that wants to work with a hybrid set up.

[@derricksmith4710]

🔥

[@bigfuzzztv787]

Yooooo,... can you continue this content?

[@legend1143]

very interesting thing but you have to have good ear for music

[@quanytv7120]

Hi Malo, how did you sample from you tube directly into the software? Is Software and KZbin on the same computer? Where was the output/input source?

[@BestKeptSecreization]

How did you record KZbin directly to the Sampler ? Great video 👑

[@malobeats]

Yes so i am using the Apollo Quad interface so i am not sure how it works with other interfaces but this is the way i am doing it. 1.) I am using 2 available input (31&32) 2.) on the Apollo console app settings i go to I/O MATRIX and set the inputs of 31&32 to Monitor L ch31 and Monitor R ch32 so now i am able to go on my mpc and when i sample i just choose input 31 and 32 so anything that my computer plays it will be receiving signal from those channels. Sorry this was a bit long but i hope it makes sense.

[@FathomBeatz]

I wanted to know if you can use your own drum kit collections inside of Mpc beats?

[@taoisimdrunkard]

i just bought one of these because of that zero snap button, im not even joking.

[@malobeats]

Yea zero snap is amazing I use it on the Mpc studio mkii and on my mpc one

[@wutsnew2]

that was cold…. i can’t find you on Spotify

[@powderedtoastman3093]

I’m curious to know what rollerball mouse that is you use please ? Thanks

[@davidscott2095]

Thank you for taking the time and putting together this video, Malo. As usual, it was very informative. That device is a pretty cool entry level MPC for newbies to the MPC workflow and software integration. Quick question: For those who have the MPC One, X, or Live 2, couldn't you achieve the same result by using your device in controller mode? If so, I guess it's not any advantage for those that already own the newer MPC's to purchase the new MPC Studio Mk2. Is that correct? Thank you again for your dedication and work. Bendiciones!

[@malobeats]

Hey David, thank you for always taking the time and supporting the channel. As for the studio mkii it will not be replacing or doing anything different from what our MPC one does there’s no need to purchase the mkii if you already own an MPC in my personal opinion but it is a great machine for people who are just using a keyboard controller and want to upgrade to something a little more durable for beat creation with a laptop. It’s also great for people that like the hybrid of working now with the software and the hardware but that’s something that we can also do on her and Mpc one

[@davidscott2095]

@@malobeats ❤

[@davidscott2095]

@@malobeats ❤

[@JCorrea813]

I have a silly question, Can you record the effects of the slider into your final beat or is this strictly for performance?

[@nicolasa.5179]

I have same question

[@powderedtoastman3093]

@@nicolasa.5179 Yes you can record the real time effect of the touch strip using automation

[@_animatrixx9210]

Im still struggling with that automation😂😂 i did everything akai said im not sure what im doing wrong.

[@maxwhistlound]

Start of the next chop is impacting the end of previous chop. Is there any way to omit that problem? I wish I could load let's say full song to mpc and select several portions of that song and add them to pads

[@abuwabu]

The touch slider fx look like fun. Can you use those in combination with track mutes to jam out a track in realtime (and have it recorded somehow)?

[@malobeats]

Hi Adam, absolutely as long as you assign that slide bar to which ever parameter of your choice no matter what page you’re in it should follow that parameter even if you’re on track mute page. That’s an awesome observation though I haven’t tried that myself.

[@guccilouiisprada]

Can you show how to slice with the studio 2?

[@langcoo7976]

Hi bro i thought of buying one but i wonder if the system will work smooth on my windows 10 i3 5th gen laptop?Thanks

[@malobeats]

Great question and I’m not sure since I haven’t used a Windows computer so I would not be able to give you a solid answer but I would hope it does work fine. I will still look into it just to make sure though

[@josedejesus4854]

New to Beat making & bought the Studio 2with a USB turntable. Is there a way to record directly into the software from the record, or do I save it on my desktop to access the sample?

[@malobeats]

Hey brother, congratulations on your new set up and it sounds like you got an awesome set up. I’ve not used the turntable. You’re speaking of, but there should be a way where you could go to your preferences on the MPC software and select the input of the turntable once it’s connected via USB to the computer once you have that selected it should pop up when you go to your sampler page.

[@Chrisledel015]

Can you sample from from the scarlet 2i2 directly into the sampler ?

[@malobeats]

Absolutely, that is actually the only way you’ll be able to sample when you’re using an external interface with your MPC

[@charliecheize7068]

can you please make a video showing us how to sample from youtube directly into the sampler? ive been trying for days! i am using a audio box 96 please!

[@boutstaxx]

if u dont have already get 3.5 to rca cables and rca to ts adapters plug 3.5 into headphone jack of phone or laptop and plug the rca cables with the tips into line input of interface and record audio that way or you can find add on in firefox that downloads audio from youtube or same with android phone hope that helps

[@neotv4K]

Can you use any laptop or just Apple laptop or both thanks ijnm my

[@welshsidebeats.917]

Hey man great video, do you know how to record what you do on the touch slider on to the track permanently i only seem to be able to do it live while the track is playing?

[@Ivancilloerre]

ey Malo! habrá una forma de conectar el Mpc Studio al Mpc One para poder usarlo como controlador y aprovechar el touch slider?

[@JAHMAN20000]

is there any latency when your hearing the sound and pressing the pads on the MPC through your PC?

[@AmazinMusicNYC]

Should I get this or should I buy the Mpc one. As my first mpc drum machine??

[@malobeats]

They’re both amazing machines but if you enjoy the hybrid of a computer and your hardware I would go for this one but if you like to work unplugged without having to Stare at a computer all day long I would definitely go for the MPC one. Overall, just go for the MPC one if you have the extra bucks to spare in my personal opinion

[@matthewgaines10]

Nobody can tell you what you should do with zero information on how you intend to use it. Different needs and preferences dictate what is best for you. If you have a reasonably powerful computer with good speakers, audio inputs, and plenty of available storage space, the Studio Mk2 may be a good starter set. It and MPC 2 software can cover what the MPC One hardware covers, just somewhat differently. Which one to buy is largely dependent on what you want to do. I use my MPC One with external synths and keyboards. Something you can do with the Studio Mk2 but not as convenient for to me. The mixed hardware/computer GUI is not an an advantage of the Studio Mk2. I use both the MPC One and the Studio Mk2. The One for standalone and the Studio Mk2 for tethering. The more you need from the device, the more it makes sense to get the MPC One. If you just want it for casual use, go Studio Mk2.

[@viktoradam6101]

Can somebody help me? Even if I go to sample mode and set the slice, it won't pop up in the window where I can select the youtube option. None really.🙄

[@arkameedeez3683]

I'm having issues trying to sample everytime I press play for sample nothing comes through any ideas

[@Noldy__]

Ok, I already have a sample in MPC and I wanted to know how I can live chop it. In this video, you're chopping while sampling. Do you have a video for the other scenario? Edit: You've answered at 7:42

[@doxdos4424]

Dope video bro! Is the 2.10.1 update exclusively for the computer?

[@malobeats]

Hey brother, it’s actually also for the mpc one on stand-alone we get the new touch Fx plugin which is really nice.

[@rvsandhotdogs]

mine only lets me sample for 20seconds how did u do it for like 50 seconds?

[@bigboi71]

Just what I needed! Subbed! How do you connect your KZbin for your samples?

[@malobeats]

Thanks for the sub! and thank you for taking the time to watch the video. 🙏🏼

[@avancerartgroup1614]

What are the specs of your apple computer? Which mac are you using? Thank you for taking the time to answer?

[@malobeats]

Hey brother, yes my specs on my Mac are: 2017 27in / processor 4.2 GHz quad-cor intel i7 / Memory 24gb DDR4 /

[@avancerartgroup1614]

@@malobeats thank you so much for the reply.

[@shillientemplar6539]

hello fellas, plz tell me, can i use akai warp function with mpc studo 2 software ?

[@FlatWHDF]

Can you touch on the latency aspect?

[@bboynoddy8104]

why samples not working on my mpc studio ? i cant record that from youtube

[@iThinkWeGotIt]

This looks like a downgrade honestly. The studio black is a better pick up in my opinion. Dope video and cook up tho brudda

[@malobeats]

Thank you brother I appreciate your input and feedback really means a lot and yeah this is definitely not gonna be for everybody I have not use the studio black myself but this MKii has been pretty fun and I’ll definitely be using this a lot for my music just very convenient and my set up.

[@ReligionAndMaterialismDebunked]

brudda.* The touch is great, different colored pads, very nice knob wheel, etc. It's not supposed to be standalone. Lol.

[@Jaxplode]

Nice Video. I work with MPC X. I do my sample beats there. What I am thinking, if I buy MPC Software additionally. Is it possible to record rap audio tracks in MPC Software? Because I am writing my own lyrics and it would be great if this would be possible to have an interface between the MPC X and the Rap Parts...

[@billyfreeze1893]

Came up with a question for you :, Can I use my interface to record my real instrument (I play ) into the software as a track ? peace

[@malobeats]

Hey Billy, absolutely you’re able to select your interface as your audio source and track or sample any instrument of your choice as long as it’s hooked up to your interface

[@billyfreeze1893]

@@malobeats Thank you Malo , I'm checking the compatibility of it with my macOS Monterey 12, it looks like they're still working on that , bummer . However , thank you for your quick reply.

[@andrewcanlon396]

Is it possible to load an entire mp3 or wave track onto one pad and play with the fx/filters in real time?

[@malobeats]

Absolutely, I’ve never thought of doing this but this is possible.

[@C5ICK]

Do you have a link to the finished beat at the end?

[@Chrisledel015]

How do you record the tape stop once you figure out what you want to do ?

[@olivierpataut7015]

Where do you get the second screen linked to the mpc studio 2

[@JCorrea813]

Still have the MPC Studio? If so, how do you feel about it now? Would you recommend it?

[@malobeats]

Yes I still have it but does not get much used in my studio since I’m usually working in standalone mode with my MPC live. By all means the MPC studio does not lack potential and it is as powerful if not even more powerful than my MPC live if you are someone that enjoys having the flexibility of your computer at your fingertips since it could do so much more than the MPC and standalone mode. I guess it which is boils down to how you want to make music, are you more of a standalone music creator or do you prefer to have the hybrid of a drum machine with your computer.

[@JCorrea813]

@@malobeats I have no issue with working in a hybrid situation. I guess my concern is whether or not the workflow itself is hindered. Like buttons, knobs, q-links etc.. thank you for your time and reply.

[@malobeats]

@@JCorrea813 Great questions, I feel like the MPC studio was built for a 50-50 percent workflow meaning 50% of the times you will be clicking around in the other 50% of the times you’ll be using the hardware, a good thing is that when you are using the hardware it’s going to be strictly while you’re performing and the only times you will be clicking around is when you’re doing the technical work like adding plug-ins, nudging over different midi notes etc. etc. The good news is that when it comes down to chopping up your samples you could do that strictly from the hardware which is very crucial for me at least.

[@72catw39]

Hello man, I know it's an old video but I've just bought the mpc studio and I cannot understand how to record what I am doing with the touchstrip, an automation or sth.

[@JGW-im3nf]

Can you confirm if there’s a midi controller mode? Basically use it as a MPD controller without the MPC software

[@malobeats]

Hey J.G yea as of Ableton I am able to use it as a midi controller I have not used any other software Only Ableton

[@Alteregobrand]

Can a MacBook Pro work with the mpc studio???

[@malobeats]

Absolutely, I have a MacBook Pro myself and that’s how I use it.

[@Alteregobrand]

@@malobeats perfect. Yes I just invested in one I got to excited and didn’t see that info. Thanks love the video content ✊🏽

[@jordibuch]

Hi, can I use Touch Slider to record controller data into my DAW? (i.e. record expresion data to control dynamics of String sounds?) Thx

[@BigHomieCrush]

I just got one today... and its stuck on the Akai Professional screen ... HELP ME PLEASE 🟢🟢🟢

[@campar1043]

how do you get to the program edit window so you can envelope?

[@prodbysouthern3605]

How did you record the audio from youtube into the software when sampling?

[@gorillabeats8040]

do you think the machine mikro mk3 is easier to use?

[@LogWak.]

what do you have for the application?

[@cashinfluenced3650]

Every time i start recording i'm receiving any audio?

[@paulbadoo9326]

It's weird that you can't stop sampling from the hardware, and have to actually click the red stop button.