FIRST LOOK: MPC Studio Unboxing & First Reaction!

[@Sarah2ill]

🔥MPC Studio: amzn.to/3CxwPeq 🚀SOUNDPACK: bit.ly/_LoFiSpaceship3

[@ReligionAndMaterialismDebunked]

First. :3 Studio > Mikro

[@bijonroberts6015]

First thing I purchased was the Maschine mk3 mini. Watched your tutorials and saw what you did with the maschine and I was more than sold. Keep up the good work! You’re an inspiration to many aspiring young artists out there.

[@Spidouz]

First of all, nice video, nice vibe and very well filmed/edited. Second point, I want immediately to mention that we can make GREAT music with any gear, regardless if it’s Akai, NI, Ableton, you name it, hardware, software, at this point it doesn’t even matter. All that matters is to find a gear that works the way you do and prefer. Third, now let me go more in details. I’ve started doing music like 35+ years ago, so I’m not that young anymore, but I could go through decades and decades of gear. I’ve owned and used plenty of gear, from vintage 2” tape recorder, to SSL console, analog synth, digital synth, MPC and such. I was intern in a small recording studio when I was like 15 or 16, learning about gear, sequencing, recording, etc… I started on Amiga 500 with soundtrackers, and then on Atari with Pro24, that later became Cubase version 1.0. Later on, I moved from Europe to the US and worked in a keyboard company in Texas (Open Labs), we were doing keyboard with computer inside to run plugins, sample libraries, etc… I helped to make and build the Timbaland Edition keyboard, design the drum pad module. Lot of producers at the time were using MPC, so we made it in a way so you could use your MPC with our computer-keyboard. It’s at this time that the music industry moved a little bit from pure hardware to controller+computer. It’s at this time that Native Instruments also release Maschine. To counter that, Akai did release the MPC Renaissance. But here’s the secret. Native Instrument had absolutely no history of making drum machine, so they could start from a fresh blank design, re-imagining how it should be in a modern setup with a computer, how to capitalize on the computer strength with a controller that would help to control that software. In the other hand, Akai had a HUGE history. At this point, they sold millions and millions of hardware MPC, from the 60 to 2000, 2500, 3k, 4K, you name it. All those MPC had a specific way to work, a certain workflow, that were based at the time from the limitation of the hardware (limited memory, processing power, etc…). Most of hardcore users could use their MPC blindly, knowing all menus, which buttons to push, etc… So Akai couldn’t release the MPC Renaissance with a new workflow made completely from scratch. They had to keep their historic workflows, even if it was not the most logiciel and efficient way to do it now with super power computers. That’s a luxury Native Instruments had and that Akai couldn’t afford. They could have done it, they definitely know how to design great product, but they had to keep their workflow, their hierarchy of levels, menus, etc…The third actor that came later was Ableton with the release of Push that goes even further to control the whole DAW, while NI Maschine and MPC Studio were just software made to run in a DAW or stand-alone, but they were lacking plenty of features to really be considered as a DAW “like audio recording, not just sampling”. I was working with Protools, Logic, Cubase, and such at the time, so the most logical to me was to try NI Maschine, because I was already using lot of plugins and lot of Kontakt banks, which offer way more possibilities than the hardware MPCs. We had a Renaissance at the studio, but it was pretty buggy, and the workflow was not as efficient at Maschine. And if I had to learn a new thing, I wanted to learn the most efficient. And as a Komplete user, it was also making more sense to have the sequencing made to work with Komplete. It’s even more true today with the NKS format and Komplete Kontrol keyboards. By now, Akai did a great job on their software, not as buggy as it was in the past, they did made improvement, but so did NI, that bring Maschine always closer and closer to be a full blown DAW. I still believe NI has a huge advantage which is the Komplete bundle software. If you’re like me and have Komplete 13 Ultimate Collector, it’s over 1TB of plugins and samples, loops, effects, etc… it’s a LOT of content that will work like a charm in your Maschine+Komplete Kontrol setup. That’s something really hard to beat. Akai has some nice partnership, sample packs, but it’s clearly not comparable. Even if you use an Akai MPC Studio 2, you would still want to get Komplete Bundle, just for Kontakt, Reaktor, Guitar Rig alone… That’s why I could be very biased in favor of NI. Now having said all that, I still think Akai made a GREAT controller with this new (affordable) MPC Studio 2. It’s small, compact, perfect to go with a MacBook Pro in a backpack, and the layout seems great from what I saw so far. The MPC Studio software is always improving too, so I think Akai, NI and Ableton are all in the same ballpark when it comes to DAW+controller. They’re the best and you can pick any of them and make great music. It really comes down to what workflow works the best for you. Even if I’m a Maschine user now, I wouldn’t mind to add an MPC Studio 2 at some point, just to run Akai software and mess with it. Change can lead to happy accident sometimes, that’s a source of inspiration and creation. And I believe you can technically still run Maschine inside the MPC Software if you really want to. TL;DR: NI had a great advantage over Akai because of the software development and the fact they could create a controller from scratch without the burden of 20 or 30 years of customers using their product like Akai did. By doing so, they made a workflow that seems more logical and efficient if you want work with a computer with plugins and Sample banks. However, Akai, NI and even Ableton are all great and are all catching on each other, so it’s really just a matter of preferences. Cheers, Phil

[@hassanfunkyou5106]

Maschine Mikro MK3 was my first purchase but I had a lot of difficulties...because of the computer! Then I discovered the Akai MPC One and my life has changed 😍

[@tripnosistv]

I started making beats on an audacity-like pc software, just copying and pasting lol, and then an mpc 2000. I wouldn't change anything, because I initially learned to chop samples and then sequence, with no quantize or metronome on the software, and then the opposite with the mpc. I got the best of both worlds early on. I went on to FL, Logic, Ableton, and as of this year, MPC One, full circle with the hardware. Akai machines rock, have fun on your journey! Great channel btw!

[@ScottHeavnerwidowsson]

Cool Edit? That was my weapon of choice back in the day.

[@awktayvias5346]

I also started by making beats in audacity finally got a maschine mikro mk3 last year shit changed everything for me

[@abelchristian951]

For beginners I suggest the mpc1 and this controller - is very VERY straightforward especially the software if you want to get into Ableton and stuff like that

[@HUSKERSandVikings]

I just bought my 13 year old daughter this for Xmas this year and we are building our new in home studio and are so excited to learn and master this as you said.

[@Stupid_Genius_09]

Your daughter is blessed, Daniel u r a gud guy

[@JM168M]

Right on Sarah. What do you think about MPC One? Will you be reviewing it in the future? I would love to see your moves on it. Thank you 😇😀😎🤓🍉🍉

[@glyndwr15]

When I first got into this around 15 years ago, my first machine was an MPC 4K. I'd still pick that machine if I had to start over. In my opinion, it's the best machine Akai ever made, and it was the last of their classic machines. With that said, I picked up a Studio MK2 recently so I could control the MPC software, and I'm pretty impressed with it.

[@MichaelSmith-mb1gm]

I was keyboard and mouse producing for at least 3 years before I finally got the MPD 18. That's when everything changed.

[@jssytvrs]

Akai gang gang only got the mpc cause of dilla fell in love with the first one I saw, definitely impulsive buy but so worth the one !!!

[@flipsergio2985]

I started with the mpc60 back inn1990. In 2012 I bought mpc studio, and now I sometimes will use my studio with Logic Pro and studio 1

[@blantantcape9680]

I started on a old school Yamaha psr 350 then i got a akai mpd18 and a m audio axiom 24 and i have a mpk mini and electric drum set with usb

[@madisonsinclair5123]

Coming in late, of course... Thinking of this device as entry level is kind of a misnomer. It's not really an entry-level device. It is a surface control, as someone put it, a glorified mouse, to control the software. Even the most budget-friendly laptop will have more processing power then a top of the line standalone. Standalone boxes are typically built around malnourished ARM processors with, maybe, 4 gigs of RAM if you're lucky. Taken in context, the MPC Studio will typically rock at least 8 gigs of RAM, and a much larger screen, with virtually unlimited storage. That's not entry level. My only real criticism of the device is the omission of the encoder knobs in favor of the touch strip. That's a pretty serious miss, as the touch screen requires an unwieldy process of selecting each virtual encoder knob one at a time, a real pain. This thing is obviously not portable in the all-in-one sense of the word, hence the word studio in its description. But I think it is worth consideration by seasoned professionals, such as yourself. Great tune, by the way. And, to answer your question about how we started out, I'm probably old enough to be your grandfather. When I started, we had these things called drummers who came into studios and actually beat on things. That's how we made beats. 😎 Happy new year, sister.

[@thumbfingerfilmzproduction4730]

Started with The Korg Triton 88 key Workstation 🔥🔥🔥👀

[@pannawatsrtnaknan7590]

My first gear is Maschine Mikro mk3 and I thinks it worth for me because I’m just start making music and I love the workflow.

[@Keepit-mp7iv]

I just got one today…can’t wait!

[@AIRJAVITUBE]

my first was an mpd 226 in ableton live lite now i got a push 2 and live intro but i want an mpc studio with the screen either the silver or the black!! sum bout that old school 16 pad lay out i love

[@SeanJohnsonMTS_MUSIC_GROUP]

I started with the MPC 60 then 2000 ,2000xl ,4000 to this day it's my go to also I had the Ren now The MPC X & 4000 but I love them all!

[@davidscott2095]

That is outstanding, Sarah!

[@ScottHeavnerwidowsson]

I started off many moons ago in the 90’s with an SP-202, Yamaha CS1X, and a Tascam 4 track. I sooo wanted the Akai MPC 3000, but it was way out of my price range. I think if I were to start now, I would get either the MPC or Maschine.

[@dethsyndrome]

i started years ago with the mpk 1 and now im starting over with the mpk3 and hopefully son the studio

[@ericbergmueller2981]

My first rig was a Yamaha RX-15 drum machine and QX-7 sequencer. DX-7 and TX-81z for synths. Couple of other odds and ends along the way. Yes pretty Old school. I worked in a music store, and found out I could sell more product by learning how to make it work, to show customers. I like the fact that today's gear is so much better to visualize what you are doing and how to get there with your songs. I will probably get this MPC Studio. Been looking for a couple of weeks, and it seems very intuitive.

[@NJLakePro]

I’m impressed with the price. The first drum machine I purchased was a used MPC studio about 7 years and I paid more than this new one. Definitely still worth it tho. 8.5/10 would highly recommend for beginners

[@dorightproductions2]

I started with the MPC 2000 XL and a MIDI Casio keyboard. I now have the (old) MPC Studio Black and MPK 49. The MPC Studio Black still does me well but I like this MPC Studio that you have with the FX slide thing on the left. I'd like to test that one out. Still wondering if it's worth it to me to step up and get the bigger standalone MPC machines though. Great video though! Thanks for sharing!

[@ericwells7209]

I started with the Machine MK3 and have the plus love them but moved to the MPC live 2 retro and now have the MPC X, in which I am learning to use, it’s a lot but luv it, best of both worlds.

[@sonikblaksmif]

Can u strum chords with the touch strip

[@forsale313]

I started out in the early 90's with Cakewalk for DOS and an intel 486/66 with a Yamaha midi keyboard. My first sampler was the Casio SK1 keyboard. Fast forward 20+yrs or so, ( I ain't that damn old.....am I?) LOL, ran across your videos a little over a year ago (before the pandemic) and got into Maschine. During the pandemic Akai dropped MPC beats and I have been using it ever since. I will say the sounds are much better in the Maschine ecosystem by far but I can get my ideas down faster with the MPC workflow. I will never let go of ANY of my Maschine controllers. Neither is better than the other...... Just different. Thanks for the video (what, we don't get a stank face no more?) LMAO. Keep the content coming and I'm very happy to see you succeed in your quest to be the BEST.

[@jadanoliver6237]

mpc software allows to use plug ins and you can sample in it and edit things. I have used MPC beats and I can tell you I love the work flow even though I have to relearn it every once and while. So definitely going to get the full version as soon as I get paid. I got it because I needed a drum sampler program and got more then I bargained for.

[@DodoDiaz]

I still have my MPC 1000 that I bought in 2006. I don’t use it much at all nowadays, ever since I started making iPad beats..

[@tylowe78]

I started with Fl back in 2002 when it was called Fruity Loops and then I went to Akai MPC 1000 for more hands on. I had to sell it for personal reasons. Now I use either Maschine mikro mk3 or Akai MPD 218. I was using Logic now I'm back with FL Studio. I wish I still had my 1000.

[@juanrodriguezvictor292]

Great job Blessings from Puerto Rico

[@jadarozone2507]

you always inspire me , I will now proceed on purchasing ! blessings !

[@hadookin47]

This is such a great-quality device, it feels so nice to use

[@skizzraw3034]

I got one for my bday and on an iPad, had to be mapped. But not all buttons are. I want to know how to map all buttons.

[@illreel5169]

Akai MPC has always been the superior software to me… I may be bias though because I’ve been messing with MPC’s since the 3K came out… Damn no beat of the week anymore? Nice Vid Sarah!!!🔥💥🔥

[@Sarah2ill]

People aren’t submitting new beats. It’s super easy. Just follow the instructions and you’ll be on my channel 😁

[@atribeofbeats1092]

That's definitely a bias, and it's easy to bet that current day producers would easily prefer daws other than the MPC's simply because other software's are better and more intuitive.

[@warnutztheloser]

U got the x?

[@edwardbonjovi9336]

First hardware I bought was the mpc element, a controller for akais mpc essentials. I def would do it again. It started my process using the mpc method and workflow and I’m now 3 MPCs deep and love it. Your review was the more interesting one because everyone else was familiar with mpcs but you are not and that’s what this hardware is catered towards

[@EAT_SLEEP_RAVE]

i just bought this and am so excited my first device was a ddj400 now im on a 1000 and wanna start making my own tracks to use when i spin

[@seankehil01]

My first MPC and only MPC is the MPC one, i love it. When you feel like your ready to advance to the next MPC get the MPC Live 2. i would have got that one but it wasn't in my price range at the time. the MPC one is much affordable and the closet you will get to the Live 2. That's if you wanna pay a little more for one if not the MPC one is the way to go. I promise you will love which ever one you decide to get. Trust and believe now that you started your journey with MPC your whole music experience is about to change.

[@davegee6410]

Welcome to the family! #MPCX

[@erix.visionist.421]

Nice one. Glad to see you vibing again. My first beat making purchase was a mini-Akai drum machine that was all pads and a couple of basses. I was just making beats and basslines, and then adding other elements to my beats piece-by-piece. Then I discovered FL, and didn't buy anything else but computers and speakers for a long time. Then I bought the Akai Professional APC Key25, and I've just been riding with that. Plus, I didn't have the budget for any machines, and not working in the industry, I just kept using digital stuff. I would definitely love to be in the position to use machines, especially to test out new ones, but I'm still partial to controller action.

[@LawrinMaxwellsmpc500]

Mpc 500 is dope actually. The studio is only half of the real mpc work flow. I love mpc software but if you want am authentic mpc feeling I recommend the mpc 500 or 1000 because they are cheapest.

[@Crysco.mp3]

^ This person knows what they are talking about. Thank you.

[@cen1276]

What's good Sarah2ill. I've been a music head since birth and I've just started my journey into DJing and music production this year. And just like yours, mine started with repeat visits to Guitar Center. (Shoutout to them for changing my musician life completely!) For DJing I use the Pioneer DDJ-SB3 Controller (awesome controller, by the way) and to get my beat producing feet wet I have an Akai MPK Mini MK3 which is banging with MPC Beats Software. I love the beat that you put down. That was bomb! And now, seeing the MPC Studio I am very intrigued to get my hands on one as well. What's also very cool about it (I found this out on another KZbin video), you can connect the MPK Mini MK3 to the MPC Studio and make additional beats and chords with it! That's mindblowing to me! I'll definitely be adding this to my MPA (Music Production Arsenal) very soon. Thank you very much for this incredible review. And shoutout to Akai for another amazing product.

[@terminalva]

My journey started in high school in the music theory lab on a Korg X5 and FreeStyle Studio software. From there I was usually working on my friend's equipment because workstations were EXPENSIVE then and a brother had bills. The first equipment I owned personally was M-Audio KeyStudio with Pro Tools SE software. I went compact and got a Novation Launch LaunchKey 25, then I finally made my way to Maschine Mikro MK3. I want to upgrade to the Newest Maschine next. I wouldn't change it if I had to start all over again, the journey alone inspired me, helped me get better and more creative over time, and in numerous ways.

[@badboyv2344]

So as a beginner i should start with novationa launchey 25 so that later i wjll move to mashcine?

[@lucianaruffin4130]

I purchased an MPC Touch, MPK 249 and then the MPC Live.

[@Realliedoe]

My 1st MIDI Controller was an Edirol PCR 800.

[@pasqualedagostino991]

hi, if I record my drum on one track and the melody on another, can they be mono and poly?

[@TheDetroitLion313]

MPC Touch and I'm still trying to find time to master it. I was happy with my purchase,wouldn't go with anything else. Now,I'm gon' learn from you.

[@johnderke]

No joke, same journey. I bought the mpk 25 and hated the pads, went native instruments in 2009 after drunkenly and embarrassing meeting ski beats at a small show in Duluth MN. He was super nice and got me into the Native instruments ecosphere. I stayed there for many years until I bought an old school mpc 2000 in like 2017. Now I'm on an mpc live 2 and I absolutely love it. Sure, the language is different and it takes a little while to translate it but you eventually become fluent in the mpc lingo and it clicks. I still LOVE NI products and always will but for now im straight sampling records with my Live 2 and having an absolute blast. Good luck on your Akai journey.

[@JGW-im3nf]

Does this work without using MPC Software? Like a basic MPK 2

[@Sarah2ill]

I’m sure it does but you won’t get the full functionality

[@srki1995]

I wonder if you will keep doing vids on it. I got mine and im finding it hard to navigate.

[@joe90z4]

I always love your videos!!! I hope to get an MPC Studio next month :)

[@by_antony]

Hey, girl! I love how you say 'center'. Great video!

[@drivermacguyver]

Cool, Welcome to the#MPCgang !!! I started with the same Akai MPK25 (That's collecting dust, haha). Then on to the Akai MPD26, Akai MPC Studio (silver one, 1st MPC Studio that's slim and compact), Ableton, Push 1MPC Renaissance, MPC LIVE, and AKAI Force. It's fun when you get to master them all! Get ya controllerism on Sarah, love to hear what you have cooking next with your New Akai MPC Studio! Dope start off with that soul sample pack! Niiice! 🔥🔥🔥

[@vinylselektaz6475]

Can this control apps in ipad?

[@iamgalaxey]

My journey started with the Yamaha PSR 1000 back in 2001 I think or 02 little did I know I would've went through countless amounts of gear. But I think the mpc studio is a very ease of use and barrier to entry with the mpc brand. You get mpc 2 for free that's a 200 dollar deal right there. I have one on the way and I own the one and some other hardware. But Akai looks like it's coming back into the scene with their latest products. Definitely give mpc2 a try it is an easy software to get around with the one even better with the studio probably just as good.

[@Krafty]

Sarah, come on!!! That beat @ 5:30 is insane 😭😭😭

[@Bashanvibe]

I’ve always said maximize what you have make it a big deal until you can afford to get what you want!!! Welcome to the MPC world!!! My first was Roland Fantom G6 I actually solid a few tracks only using my G6 made it a big deal!!!! I actually had got other musicians buy one and they said it didn’t sound like mine I told them that because they didn’t make it theirs!!!😊

[@davidscott2095]

Hi, Sarah. Can you you record track mutes with the Studio MK2? Thank you kindly. Hope you have been well. Blessings.

[@AmazinMusicNYC]

Can I sample from an iPhone once I get the cable for it. ?? Just like other people have it setup on there mpc Live 1 drum machines ?

[@Sarah2ill]

The studio is a midi device. You can sample what you want into the computer. It’s not a standalone like the MPC live

[@Dominant1mw]

Peace Sister,love your videos.I must say my story is kinda like yours.I used FL studio for ten years and decided to get into groove boxes/drum machines this was back in 2012.My homie was gonna sell me his MPC 1000. Then I miraculously stumbled upon a maschine video on KZbin,I checked it out and fell in love,two years later I bought the MK1. I moved countries and my MK1 broke and I had no money to by a new one then my homie had an MPC Studio just lying around and decided to pass it down to me, ama tell you ever since I got it I haven't touched maschine,it's been 2 years,I can see you buying the MPC Live2,I think you will love the MPC platform and you are getting into it at the right time,the new update is fire.Enjoy my sister 🙏🏼

[@Drebeluved]

I started with the MPC Studio XL then I had a Roland Phantom F8, I started playing with DAW's in 2003 with Fruity Loops and Reason6-10, Then I went to Logic Pro in 2011, Went to Maschine in 2015, Had a Maschine Studio and Maschine MK3, It was cool, never really liked the work flow, Got into Ableton Live 10 and 11 with the Push 2, Brought a MPC Force, Live 1, and a MPC One , With the MPC One I found that the work flow was like a modern day MPC Studio XL, loved it so much sold all of the previous gear for an MPC X, MPC is once again king, It's a software called kitmaker that you can convert your Maschine expansions to MPC kits, brought a MPC Studio two days ago, X is for the studio and the Studio for traveling purposes, I recommend the MPC One for you once you learn the software. If I ha dot start over again, I would've did all the same. I had fun learning all of the gear and I'm a well rounded producer because of the journey.

[@briannicepianoworship8944]

I’m getting this

[@Phrozen716]

1996 I started making music I owned a MPC 2000 … I found myself using the same drum sounds , due loading them to individual pads via floppy disk .. So i switch to NI Maschine in 2008.. love usb connection to access sounds fast.. Love the Maschine sampler and features plus sounds … However The MPC Sequencer is the best ever far as arrangement of a song So I think I’m gonna chop samples inside the Maschine. And Sequence on the MPC

[@Omanjisinkala]

its lit

[@dbjungle]

My first thing was Fruity Loops 4 and the M-Audio Radium 61 back in 2003 then I bought an Akai MPD-16. I think the first thing I bought that I really properly took my time with was the Waldorf Blofeld. I had a first gen Maschine Mikro, but it wasn't meant to be. I think for a new producer it's pretty hard to go wrong with MPC, Maschine or Ableton and a dedicated controller. If I were to start right now I'd probably go with MPC Studio or Abelton Live and an appropriate controller.

[@nicolassullivan7746]

Like your vibes yo, i just bought a mpc one. So ill be here four any an all mpc content.

[@raleighyo4976]

Welcome back!! Mpc gang. Hope to see you with a Live or X.

[@AlpatrickGolphin]

Welcome to Akai! MPC 60 mk2 was my first

[@ksmith8999]

Hey can I use this on my iPad Pro ? I’m a new producer learning everything on my own and watching KZbin videos

[@sosamontana3719]

My first purchase was the mpd 218

[@riodaghost]

What’s up Sarah! 🙏🏽 I started my journey on fruity loops 2 I think it was and navigated to the mpc 2000xl and a motif rack talking bout learning how to drive 🤣 now it’s native instruments mk3 for me love the work flow but wouldn’t change my journey learning the hardware help the transition to working inside the box way easy and smooth just applied the same technique to the DAW. 🙏🏽✌🏽

[@PLANETROCKWELL]

Finally you gang?!?!🥺🙌🏾👏

[@thatsthatdude]

Nice...might have to grab one now!

[@jeremybenson5782]

This gear taught me to laptop shop properly. I paid $800 bucks for i3 with 8gb ram. You can get i5 with 16-32 gigs of ram for $500 second hand, with 2 year warranty. Look at specs and requirements seriously, or getting a one might be cheaper. lol.

[@frankeydaniels]

My question to you is what pc do you use? Because I did some research and apparently mpc isn’t compatible with mac?

[@Sarah2ill]

It works with Macs

[@thejoshuathomas]

Hey Sarah, hope all is well with you. Just dropping in to share a great resource per your request for MPC Studio workflow tips. Gabe Miller on KZbin did a great first impressions/hands-on with the device that I thought would help with gaining a deeper understanding of just what this little powerhouse is capable of. I'll provide the link at the end of my diatribe about my beat making journey. My journey began nearly a decade ago when I was dabbling with Sony Acid Pro 5.0. Back then I had little-to-no clue what I was doing, but I enjoyed noodling around with loops and one-shots to get familiar with linear arranging and drum programming. After that era came to an end, I tried a few demos of popular programs (Reason, Ableton Live, FL Studio) but fell away from beat making for a bit. Fast forward to the recent past (2019-2020) and I made my first purchase of music production gear when I got Studio One 5 and their Atom Pad controller. It definitely rekindled my joy for creating again. I started learning synthesis after buying an Arturia Microbrute to learn analog synthesis and a Yamaha Reface DX to dive in head first with FM synthesis. Ultimately, I sold this setup but learned quite a bit about my preferred workflow. My setup at present fits my style and workflow like a glove. I now use a minimalistic setup with the MPC Studio and its accompanying MPC software. I've been more productive and excited with learning to master this device than any setup throughout my journey. I wouldn't change a thing about what led me here, since I'm a firm believer in things occurring precisely as they need to. Thanks for always being such an energetic and inspiring creator. Your fluency with the SP and the Maschine always leaves me delightfully baffled. As mentioned in my first paragraph, here's the link to Gabe's awesome video on the Studio. All the best to you. Gabe Miller MPC Studio hands-on: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mGGxZmqJgruJrpo

[@Anthony90026]

I just started making beats coming up on a year now. I'm using the Akai MPK Mini Play with Logic Pro right now but I definitely want an upgrade . I was thinking about getting the MPD218 just because I'm on a budget and most MPCs are expensive. That is until I seen this video 🙌

[@LegendofmarlonSmith]

Just got mine today aye aye

[@outspoken78]

When Sarah says she's gonna master something... she becomes a pro.

[@Sarah2ill]

😁😁😁

[@wiggesobk]

Oh yeah so cool. That Sound Kit was super dope! My first piece of gear was the Akai MPD26 and i still use it sometimes💪

[@Sarah2ill]

Nice!

[@augustoguerraa]

I'm beginner. So, Mashine Mk3 Mikro or that MPC? Help me. Please heheheh

[@SalahuddinSulieman]

I'm debating between this or the mk3 mikro. I have an Akai MPK249 the pads are ok just get doubles hits at random times that's annoying. Which would you recommend for a beginner as a preference and why? I can't front native sounds komplete 13 soundbank is fire I find the mpc expansions ok.

[@Sarah2ill]

I’m always gonna recommend Maschine over anything because that’s what I know. But it really just depends on you and your preferences. Explore. Buy something and return it if your not feeling it

[@SalahuddinSulieman]

Just got the maschine mk3 I like it better than akai. I have the mpk249 and I have to hit the pads kind of hard even changing the sensitivity. The response is better sometimes when I finger drum I send the response twice causing it to mess up my beats. Native instruments won me over so far.

[@Bubs907]

That was dope salute💯 im learning

[@ReligionAndMaterialismDebunked]

Studio > Mikro

[@KEgotKeyz4444]

Do you get less latency with the Maschine software or MPC software from your experience?

[@masterwise7]

Hey Sarah- cool vid I remember my first piece of gear my boy had told me about native instruments so I cop the Machine MK two back in 2014 since then I moved on to Akai MPCX, MPK3, and the MPC live to I like MPC stand alone workflows but I’m dying to get it machine plus simply because I have the majority of my beats on my phone with the iMaschine app

[@Swishaa-vi7hk]

Convinced me to buy it

[@Gregorydavidmusic]

This makes me miss my MPC 2kxl 😂

[@kirkstate]

Ahhhhh ok ok thats what was in the Akai box on the floor in the last video👍🏾

[@Sarah2ill]

😁😁😁

[@madimakes]

this is wild, looks smaller than my novation joint! how do the pads feel, compared to the mikro? i went ahead and committed to keyboard based (Arturia + ableton) but have my history with the MPC3000, 2000, and tried maschine MKII for a minute but the software threw me off back in the day...the most pleasant experience has always been for me the pads on the 2000 (though that may be nostalgia)

[@gil5956]

Bigger than a novation circuit

[@CapitolVisions]

Im getting one, this settles it. My homie told me about this pad and mentioned u as a good source of info but he didnt know u did a vid on the unit he recommended. Im sold....

[@gil5956]

Could you try novation circuit rhythm?

[@pfoster1235]

You’re glowing 👑

[@dachucktaylor1]

Roland Fantom X6 was my first gear purchase.

[@Sarah2ill]

Nice!

[@a_magnificent90]

Come over to the dark side sis. 😂 my first thing I bought was an Akai advance 25 keyboard controller and it started my course on Akai products. Been loyal for 4 years

[@spanishfly7709]

I started out with a iPad and beat maker 3 akai mk mini.

[@sofnaji]

3:00 - you're welcome.

[@Nothingspeshalwaysfresh]

Been waiting for this to drop.... Que low prices for MK2 Studios on ebay :) Imo opinion the lcd makes it superior to the new release. But I can appreciate the refresh. My first sampler was a Zoom Sampletrak.. It taught me how to make beats mad early and I was able to apply what I learned from that on pretty much anything I used subsequently.

[@meanguitar]

Akai got the sound quality perfected whether you use it on a computer or you have a standalone setup.

[@meanguitar]

how well does it work with m1 macs ?