Beatmaking on the go with Reason and AKAI controllers

[@georgekoukouris2347]

He said "Hope you enjoyed, and go make some music", that's right, didn't ask for likes or subscribes. Brilliant video.

[@idiomasentusiasticos7954]

George Koukouris - I hate the artists that ask for subscribers. This guy is genuine.

[@Lebowski69]

Guys... this is an advert or "infomercial". He doesnt care about subs, he is trying to make his product (Reason) look attractive to you. He says "go make some music" but what he means is "go a purchase my product and use it to make music"

[@idiomasentusiasticos7954]

Lebowski69 - That’s just basic business. You didn’t have to explain it. It was implied. What I was trying to say is, he isn’t one of those desperate people that tell you to either sub/spend your money. He does it properly.

[@Lebowski69]

I agree. Asking is just sad. Nobody is going to sub just because the video told them to. Show me something interesting/relevant to me and I will sub.

[@idiomasentusiasticos7954]

Lebowski69 - Exactly. When people beg it just kinda makes me feel bad for them in a way, but also just repels me. This dude knows how to advertise. I don’t really like the product, but it was interesting to watch.

[@monicaPerez6529]

i hate how he never made an actual song off this beat, no matter how old the video gets im always gonna come back to watch this to hear the beat ! such a great beat

[@KingGrio]

I can't believe how fast this dude puts something together. A song for me is a year long project.

[@VcalaID]

lol i know the feeling

[@goodfella1605]

Well the video is heavily edited, do not doubt the fact that he put time into that track and than he wasn't slower when he was a beginner. Keep making music

[@martinturyagyenda]

I have not made beats in 10 years but this has really motivated me to take it up again, am buying a mini in the morning

[@JamesBermingham]

Never give up making beats. It’s a form of therapy 😁 great videos will always inspire just like this one ✊

[@gusscharr]

I’ve been a Reason user for years. All the Propellerhead tutorials are awesome and all have a friendly “just do it” feel. THIS one however takes that to another level. This man is so inspiring and smooth with his skills that I literally jumped out of bed and started working on my next film score right after watching this! Beyond awesome!

[@TheJonathanJin]

One of the best videos I've seen advertising Reason. I love Reason!!

[@anwyllonmusic]

ad for reason, and ad for the controllers

[@JackLeeTheFirst]

Reason sucks Fl and Ableton are so much more capable

[@murph7421]

Redstone Jones you can use reason in FL and ableton.

[@PhilippeBlancR5]

@@JackLeeTheFirst I think the opposite is true.

[@MarcellsWorldJjr]

Right, makes me want to switch daws lol I just might, I've always like reason due to being able to turn the rack around but grew up on garageband and logic

[@riskromer9773]

At first I was put off a little when he said he's a "music producer" since everyone today call themselves that. Later on I realised this guy really knows his trade. Great video.

[@itsmyrealopinion1499]

Why would this video have any thumbs down??? 😐 It was a excellent lesson and demonstration, with a hot beat! 👏 Guess you can't please everybody.

[@Potencylogic]

facts

[@esadcazimovic3193]

made me eager to get into it idk what their problem was

[@giovanilopez1563]

How much does reason cost?

[@cyborg187187]

Its My Real Opinion ...... you already know why

[@Hyper5nic]

I gave a thumbs up and i don"t even use or own Reason, but now i'm eager to get more out of my current controllers and DAW.

[@Indasoulradiotv]

Well done really enjoyed. The whole experience, no click bait, advertisement pitch, begging for subs just real raw talent. Flowing like water. Exactly how you sell a product. Booyah

[@isaacarimoro2335]

Reason is one of my favourite beat making tools.

[@funkmasterblaster5921]

This guy has skills and knowledge...and he has a effective way of demonstrations and articulated in clear manner to grasp the concept...fantastic presentation...bravo bruh..

[@weaseltown]

Justen is a musical genius!

[@sickoaims4892]

SUBBED. Got a MPK Mini about a year ago with intentions to learn and start from scratch... this video has sparked that motive.

[@doyrayburn2668]

Never give up. Im 60 and just ordered the mpd218 and a Novation Launchkey to go with the other stuff I have.

[@UndoingRuin08]

@@doyrayburn2668 Enjoy that Novation brother. Between that and Korg, that's as good as it gets!

[@industryrule-4080]

I don't know anything about music production but watched this whole video because this dude was so dope at explaining the whole thing.

[@727killuminati]

That beat was 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@SamuraiPRBeats]

Trash? All I see is the burning trash emoji.

[@rubenramon7614]

When he breaks the beat and slowly brings it back up... 🔥🔥🔥 dude straight killed it!!

[@lilsoysauce]

I enjoyed this video so much. Thank you!

[@djmusicchannel007]

Wow, how he made the chords sound so epic with just a few adjustments, added bass, a melody, strings all within a few minutes was incredible. Amazing but a little too fast for us beginners to follow along :)

[@gizmo3869]

Wow it’s amazing how this mans brain can put all that together... When he got down to the synths i’m just like damn this sounds great and he just kept adding more and more and it sounded even more amazing each time. This beat is dope af and so is that man

[@CristiNeagu]

LPD8 - $99, LPK25 - $75. Talent to come up with that track... Priceless.

[@Burritomonkey77]

Bro that beat was sooo tough🔥🔥

[@Daring2Win]

as a chronic manual evader, this excellent tutorial opened my eyes incredibly! Lord I love Reason

[@stephenmandelbaum2027]

I'm the same when it come to manuals, but reasons is actually good

[@JoshIsASoftie]

This was so well done and produced. Easily the best video I've seen on this subject. Thanks so much!

[@MissWhiteSpiderArts]

Brilliant mini tutorial. I learned as I got inspired and blissed out by the music in you. Blessings and many thanks!

[@bananaconsaging8864]

He motivates me to be create music like Bob Ross motivates me to live.

[@davidviloria7737]

You mean to make art.

[@Pauluz_The_Web_Gnome]

This man inspires me to start painting!

[@dukegreer1915]

Yea I’m motivated for sure I’m going to find those keys plug in he used and that Ecco plug I I have reason 10

[@adolfolopez2609]

Anyone else watched this dope demonstration over a dozen times like myself? This dude straight killed it...

[@jbguzman79]

Bro thank you! I just picked up an Akai MPK249 not wireless but you showed me what can be done on much smaller devices. Track was 🔥!

[@unkleRucker21]

Seeing this set up makes me want it. Its like all i need for unlimited beats for days plus years!

[@frederick1858]

oh my god im loving the beat... can i find it somewhere to continuously listen to it?

[@crankyanker789]

this is dope. always fun watching someone who is passionate, skilled and humble

[@soundmathematicsmusic]

Love Akai. Love Reason.

[@chukaproject7912]

WOW! What a demo! This video proves that Reason is such a simple DAW to use. I was searching for a DAW to begin my Production career with and I've just found it. Thanks a bunch.

[@as680783]

What a talented guy! Absolutely in awe of what he did with so little kit.

[@cyphermental7795]

I miss his videos, I wish he was still creating content!

[@ChugliTV]

You make it look so easy!!!

[@ravenx5309]

Dope! I been using reason for 18 years and don't really know how to use it well. This is super informative

[@stevencooper7383]

I bought a Mpk mini long time ago but I haven’t found a way to learn how to use it this is a great intro

[@jujusaudioreads]

I just bought and will receive the AKAI Controller w/ Reason Lite tomorrow. I'm on my way! Great video. Thanks!

[@whatisiswhatable]

Okay, I need the full song!

[@devronthornton4213]

I usually don't comment on vids. This was DOPE! Super simple and straight to the point without sidebar conversations. And a dope track to boot.

[@GavinGavinMcGavin]

Really enjoyed this. Great video.

[@SamuraiPRBeats]

Who cares.

[@t3npm678]

Beats Clout he’s trying to inform the channe- You know what nevermind

[@elifan2523]

And that’s what it is when you know what you’re doing ;) Impressive

[@r3tr076]

Best Music-KZbinr ever. I like this guy. Love to see your Videos. I have so much learned. Thx to U. Now i go - and make some Music 😉

[@RavindraKumarSG]

The most beautiful video I have seen on beat making, chord laying and melody writing

[@CM-pk5fb]

OMG!!! I DIDN'T KNOW THERE WERE WIRELESS! GREAT JOB ON THE DEMONSTRATION

[@DJWILDTV]

Me neither. And I wonder how does he use two wireless devices... bluetooth?

[@RobWill5864]

Probably one of the dopest tutorial beats I've ever heard!

[@dariuscruz7630]

This video have gave me a lesson and items to start my dream career as a music producer 😎🔥

[@doorsnack8454]

Darius Cruz So 1 year later, how’s that dream going? Have you stuck with it?

[@martinovlog]

@@doorsnack8454 I think not

[@dariuscruz190]

I’m just getting stared 😎

[@fendii.100]

Amazing video, beat was amazing, was jamming to it, thank you for going through this, my Akai Midi Controller comes today in the post and I can't wait to get using it.

[@GiraffeDGod]

Came for a tutorial , instead came into a crime scene this guy is killing it 👏

[@mchammer8806]

its an actual reference to the drum kit he used Redrum just spell it backwards and you'll know why

[@LTK33]

Justen Williams has a great sound and love his teaching style.

[@titi8137]

Man, the guy is really good 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@AnnoNimka]

I'm simply loving this. Thank you! I've never been motivated like this before to create music.

[@benjaminharris8354]

Damn, why does this sound like something you’d find in an Apple commercial would play😂😂

[@Jimbodawg]

Kay Jee bc it can sell millions?

[@jamesmars5435]

Lol

[@crashoutt.j]

id say an google commercial

[@Umgijus]

Its in the music theory they chose for this commercial. They chose particular chords to work with those who are looking to be inspired, in order to provide them confidence in their product.

[@JC20XX]

@@Umgijus music is magic

[@jitkundough]

Someone needs to commission this person to produce an entire training series for new AKAI MIDI Controller purchases, to inspire them to make the effort to actually LEARN how to use their new hardware. Another great topic: How to install, set up, troubleshoot and map to Reason, so that you get the most out of the controller. He made the whole process feel effortless, and that's the FUN in creating new things; you're not bogged down with plugs, patches, switches and VST files...you're just "making music"! Bravo, sir!

[@MICKALO]

My dude winning!! Lets go!

[@jkbz23]

cool lil vid u put together showing in a simplistic manor the basic functions and benefits of using midi controllers and what they can bring to your production.... being a long time user of soft studios now and the ever increasing variety of equipment to use with them its good to see a vid that for someone starting out to watch and it not be over complicating things and using jargon that may aswell be another language to them..... a good example shown and explained.... nice one

[@notlimited214]

Here's the elephant in the room. Justen is absolutely amazing no matter what controller he's using. It's nice of Reason to share his elite skill set with the masses, Akai like Arturia both have released many products that essentially have no reputation for having a real 1to1 integration with hardly any software daw. Justen is being Justen but there's no mention of any recent developments software wise to support the functionality we're seeing here. Justen knows his stuff but the average consumer needs to know specifics. These controllers aren't new by any means yet these videos will lead some into thinking they are. Both Akai and Reason should have really teamed up on this presentation and explain to the consumer why buying Akai for Reason is the way to go. Again, Justen is a phenomenal talent, but he's not making the millions of dollars from the equipment. He's a skilled musician and skilled Reason user but it's not his job to reassure the consumer base.

[@garybrown5557]

This guy is a genius fr fr.

[@760Kid]

I took it as a colab/ integration video.

[@that_spicy_808]

That was one of the best music making video that I ever seen so far ! Big up for this guy!! Peace !

[@foreverdeadinside19]

*you didn't ask me to but I SUBSCRIBED!* 🤙🏽

[@Josh-ky8ei]

"Controllers are an expression of our human feel" what a way with words 👍👌✊

[@sn9736]

Where Can I download his finished/sample track ?

[@JuanCarlos-tg7bl]

Dude, !!!... hands down I've had the akai mpk mini for about 1 month n a half.. this is the first weekend I have off and I decided tomorrow morning head to hb on pch to a nice cliff to make beats.. I got a fixie with the gear ratio 49 x 15

[@synchronation]

Where can i get the music? totally in love with it XD

[@newbegining4361]

Best video ever. Reason and AKAI must hire you for ever. 2 thumbs up!

[@jamespooler9082]

bro

[@tappedurmom9739]

He's a beast! Wow he made that look so easy. Cool video for sure

[@viktorberg986]

5:30 is when the magic starts

[@TheSHELMSY]

I am pretty new to music making.. this has sparked confidence in mean as your explanation was clear and to the point. You can very easily get confused with all of different plugins. Thank you!

[@xkidmidnightx]

Start supporting the newer Arturia controllers Props. Keystep and Beatstep codecs would be great.

[@johnmarriott3982]

I'll second that

[@10produz90]

Absolutely!

Yeah - Codecs are on device developers. Go to their site. Remember to set your Keyboards as a KEYBOARD - then set that same device AGAIN as a CONTROL SURFACE for knobs/ faders/ etc if needed. Yellow exclamation mark is ok.

[@SamuraiPRBeats]

No thanks.

[@skitorocken]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Very nice work. Inspired, Wow! My son bought me the Akai Lpd8 MKII for X-Mas. I'm still trying to figure it out? Especially with which Simple Studio Programs / DAW? I had Serato Studio, but deleted it. It was too confusing. But, I do use Serato Professional for DJing. Let me know what I can do. Thanks. 😊

[@Noqism]

Wait. You can do REX chunks in Kong like that? :o This just blew my mind daaaamn

[@mrsimo7144]

Give those beats some love. Brilliant. Thanks

[@sushmithpatil1926]

Can You Please Release This Track ?

[@emkplayboy6]

Now this guys pure talent at making music!

[@jasonmosler]

why not jusrt have an mpk mini?

[@TurboSixxSpeed]

because this is a commercial advertisement for AKAI.

[@cuong091087]

MPK Mini is a product of AKAI also, it's simply the combination of both in the video

[@botramduuze7188]

Because the MPKmini is crap. I have one and it doesn't work well with Reason.

Plus - THESE MPK's are wireless. However - that's not why I'm disappointed with Propellerhead. My problem with them is - they keep putting out these friggin sales pitches to us instead of actually updating their DAW.

[@iainmcguire7190]

Uh, are we talking about Reason, which released version 10 back in October? You know the marketing team are different people from the devs, right?

[@3340steve]

Thank you for posting this important work. I am finally able to understand the new way of writing.

[@jujusaudioreads]

Update: AKAI's promotion to receive a free copy of Reason 11 Lite when you purchase this controller is over! I was so disappointed because they sent me a discount code for the purchase of Ableton Live instead. I already had Ableton Live. What a bummer! I really wanted to start out making beats like Justen, using this controller and software.

[@geometrikz100]

Best demonstration vid.ive seen in a long time.nice tune too 👍

[@malcolmhollins8726]

I should have watched this first before my other comment. Looking at my controller in a whole different way

[@SamuraiPRBeats]

Whatever dude

[@RJ-gh9dc]

Climax starts half the way enjoyed 👏👏👏

[@brazybraendt9785]

Yooo!!!! dude thats dope damn dope is still an understatement but thats what i know

[@cosmicpuma1409]

Love him, love his attitude and wow is he skilled!! #Respect

[@taylenday]

WOW that was a crazy smooth beat! Where can I buy it lmao

[@Chowyanh]

This is one of the best HOW TO vids l have seen yet. Makes you understand equipment and process so easily. Will be watching it a lot more thats for sure. Thanks.

[@jackkelly8677]

where can I find the beat from 6:26

[@ahmednasser9962]

jack kelly seriously. Need to get this beat

[@jackkelly8677]

@@ahmednasser9962 I reached out to him on Facebook, but no response. I'm gonna get an mpk just to replicate that beat. And when the drums hit,, damn.. then the high-hats kick and,, shiiit.

[@oumerb8798]

jack kelly my man could u share it asap

[@leakso1]

Reason has really came a long way, haven’t used it since 3, the akais work well with it also. Inspiring video!

[@manicmurph]

Dude you're the man!

[@swardcr]

Fantastic tried to sort reason out on my laptop to try all this and worked pretty well cheers mate

[@BkBangatv]

Smooth

[@advanced4093]

I love the variation in the instruments at the end sooo dope

[@jharris9591]

I need to try Reasons

[@aarona.dubzperson8245]

Johnnie Harris Reason is dope, and I'm a longtime user, but it's not for everybody. It's not as easy as everything else out there, but it will make you a real engineer if you're really into being more than a "plug and play" type. Most people are scared of Reason, but there's no need to be. People just don't want to take the time to learn.

[@TheArtton]

Whoa,I like this video a lot.I'm very happy with it !! Almost got tears in my eyes!!! Opens up new ways for me !!!!

[@jaza54]

When he hit that bass I was like OH SHITTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTT

[@nomore6167]

He made a beautiful track so quickly and seemingly effortlessly. It was like watching Bob Ross.

[@alchemistrpm82]

The Bob Ross of Reason, lol you got a point

[@martinbkildal]

what software are you using for the drumpad?

[@rolfjohansen5376]

You gave me some nice idea's .... I likes this: a few words followed with immediate action to demonstrate

[@collage_zzz]

That beat got me like 😭

[@SamuraiPRBeats]

Wet in the @$$?

[@lorenzbuenaventura7461]

The reason why i sell my arturia minlab and buy a akai mpk!! This dud right here hypes me up!!! 🔥🔥

[@masoe]

If I really love music, and really have a good creative mind, but don't have the skills to play any instruments --- is it possible to get good with one of these (with practice of course)?

[@garybrown5557]

Shit i dnt play any instruments , if you have a natural ear for how things should sound you're good .Ive been listening to instrumental cds since high school I'm going out on a limb and starting my producing life , I'm tired of writing hits to other producers beats , and they want 50 of future profit if the single blow😡

[@garybrown5557]

DEDICATION EQUALS ELEVATION 🔥🔥🔥.

[@garybrown5557]

Just do it.

[@serialvapist5807]

Bruh just go drop like $100 on a used piano, and dick around with it. Give it a try, if it's not your thing you might be able to resell it and get some or all of your money back. If not you lost a hundred bucks for an experience.

[@Timsturbs]

most daws have virtual keyboard hit f4 in reason to turn your keyboard to a 1.5 octave.. keyboard also you can just humm a melody and then convert to a midi.. well in cubase at least

[@Catfishsamich]

The was a very resourceful video simply because your teaching is what stands out most