Did Akai fix the "cons"? MPC LIVE II vs MPC ONE // Speaker test, review and 2.8 tutorial

[@billysunshine9100]

The format of your videos is superior to everyone else reviewing gear on KZbin. Thanks for providing a very smart video design.

[@mixchief]

Oh yeah, he’s the king of gear reviews. His walkthroughs are like poetry.

[@MyDeadFriendz]

Billy Sunshine - you’re right...these videos are incredible quality

[@dblockvillin]

Plus he knows what he’s talking about

[@lancepage1914]

Must agree!

[@keith303]

so true. loopop is always so 100% straight on point and focused on the essential information to be conveyed, that it almost feels unhuman. there are no fill words (uhm, ehm, mmmmh) or random silly / artificial behaviour, which is so rare these days.

[@Usul]

AKAI addressed some of the cons with the 2.10 release. It now supports 32 simultaneous inputs and outputs using a class compliant USB audio interface (which is crazy nuts). It is amazing to see AKAI stand behind their products like this. I can't think of very many companies in this business that are as committed to long-term improvement and growth of their platforms. It truly is a hallmark of a company that takes professional musicians and their needs seriously.

[@TheDungeonDive]

I’ve been making music since the late 80s and never used an MPC until a couple years ago when I got an MPC Live. And I’ve got to say, it’s totally blown me away. My next album will be done entirely on it, sampling hardware synths. It’s a fantastic piece of hardware.

[@RoxwellZ]

How long you been producing? I just purchased the live mk 2. I liked the idea of battery and speakers so i can be creative outside my studio. Sometimes the studio feels too home like and comfortable since i see it everyday. :)

[@1980VINZ]

@@RoxwellZ I totally feel you.... I’ve got a MPCX and now I’m thinking about buying also a Live2 to be able to continue my music in different places than my home, to being more productive and having the incredible freedom to do it everywhere...... that’s so cool. I’m even mind blown by the capability of this little machine, it’s a true portable MPCX.

[@b33lz]

@@1980VINZ download koala sampler..

[@LanzaMartineta]

@@1980VINZ the MPC X is a fabulous looking machine, my question for you is this. If I wanted to learn it from scratch how long would it take , and in your opinion, though it is very professional would you say it’s relatively easy , with a degree of concentration? Also...is it “really” the case that the MPC live is simply he fact that it’s portable, that’s the difference?...

[@1980VINZ]

@@LanzaMartineta the MPCX has more possibilities about what you can plug on it etc. It’s a real complete standalone workstation who can replace a PC and all the hardware stuff around it. You can have only the MPCX in your studio as your centerpiece and plug everything on it to produce music from start to finish. (But you can also put the MPCX into your already existing home studio to control your PC for example) The others MPC have exactly the same software and software possibilities but not the same hardware possibilities. (In & Out, user interface etc.) Check this: www.mpc-tutor.com/mpc-buyers-guide-mpc-one-vs-mpc-live-ii-vs-mpc-x/ And about the learning, it depends on you. But it’s pretty clear, way more than old machines. BUT, the potential and features are so huge, I think we can learn it a whole life to master 100% its possibilities... I’m not a professional, I make music by pleasure, I’m learning everything by myself and the MPCX is my first one. If you are motivated and having time, you can do what you want, even if the beginning is a bit complex, of course. But with internet and KZbin (and obviously reading the user manual), you have all your answers. You should check tutorials on KZbin to give you an idea before buying, or check the AKAI website support. (You can download for free the user manual for example, or better, the QuickStart guide 😉) EDIT : I’m French so sorry if my English is weird...

[@clemlysergy3335]

23:23 - I'm here from the future, and they have done exactly that. Which means I'm gonna buy one.

[@nsbd90now]

Your videos are SO HELPFUL to this home hobbyist who loves synths. They're interesting, and so well done with the chapter list on the side, no fluff, so easy to follow along, review, and actually learn things. I've also made some purchases because of your reviews and tutorials. Thanks!

[@loopop]

Thanks very much for this and for taking the time to write!

[@boutstaxx]

Just found Channel couple of weeks U the Goat U can’t find a mpc in the store and here he is with 3 of them doing the homework for us much appreciated

[@CharlesBronsun]

you the goat for the timestamps

[@nemrcomedy]

This was great! Just two notes, the Pro Ten Audio Warp setting is available in the MPC LIVE 1 not just the 2 under the general tab in settings. Also if you want the Q-Link overlay just hold down the Q-Link button on the MPC1 and touch the option SHOW Q-LINK STATUS WHEN TOUCHED, and then whenever you touch any of the q-link knobs that overlay pops up on screen!

[@jonathansoko1085]

Just ordered the gold mpc One and im pumped. I havent used an mpc since way back, i was using a 500 for a long time i love that little beast

[@nicolasstrawberry4148]

Bought the Live 2 about a months ago, I didn't really think Id use the speaker much but for about $200 more than I was seeing a new Live ver 1 was going for I just said screw it and went for it, and to my surprise the speaker sounds pretty good, especially for just making a track ( not so much for mixing ) and Im using the speaker a lot more than I thought I would. Definitely makes it a lot more self contained. As far a portability, I wouldn't really take it out much unless maybe to a studio session somewhere , but for taking it outside my home studio and to another room in my house or out on my porch or lawn with my MKP Mini 2, its perfect.

[@powermix24]

MPC one is the killer product! with update 2.8 and being able to hook up external gear and have it be the center of the setup is pretty worth 699! Thanks for the amazing reviews as always! you've sold me quite few products in the past 7 months 😁😁

[@chadduncan9716]

I’ve been going back and forth on which one to pick up. MPC one is the perfect size has the cv gate but not as many MIDI connections. Still seems worth the 700 bucks.

[@jaydee3514]

Which one did you get ?

[@Reticuli]

What about now that they raised the price 200 bucks?

[@QR_Code]

@@Reticuli whats hilarious is that i preordered my mpcone back in 2020 when they were outa stock and got is for just under $600...nor tax either. seeing it for $900 😭😭 still worth the money though imo... i recall ppl was bitching over the $700 price, smh

[@creativegreats6924]

@@chadduncan9716 whats good about having more midi?

[@alexandrosroussos]

Wow, congrats loopop ! You'll probably cross the 100K subscribers with this video !

[@GerhardAlbinus]

Very thorough, nice, and easy to understand tutorial / review. This proved very helpful. Kind regards!

[@anonymoushuman8344]

Awesome and very helpful in considering these machines. KZbin's time stretch works well enough that I can slow loopop down to .75 to follow him better and he still sounds fairly natural. This saves me having to go back and replay segments.

[@bullet1218]

I watch this channel for full and professional reviews on products, great video Loopop thank you...👍💯

[@user-hl9rw4ww9o]

man your reviews are really concise and well put togther - it's such a massive help, thanks! I think one of the main benefits I haven't seen anybody mention yet about having built-in monitor speakers is that taking regular breaks from using headphones is a really good thing for your ears (hearing). I'm not always wanting to produce at my desk where my monitors are, so I really like the addition of the speakers. I think this is one feature causing me to lean more towards spending the extra to get the Live 2, along with the other benefits of course. I think Akai are on it with the MPC line. +1 for the addition of connecting an audio interface, then can use mic pres and Hi-Z inputs for guitar!

[@KnowPhere]

I really want an MPC but I’m a super beginner. This video helped out a lot thank you!

[@amorbukid5899]

I'm a beginner as well. Which one did you end up buying?

[@palimo3653]

I know your review will be fair and unbiased thats why I always watch yours fisrt.

[@Nothingspeshalwaysfresh]

It seems like Akai def listens to loop pop’s suggestions and this is great news.

[@DoctorNemmo]

I have my MPC Live (Mk I) and it's incredible ! The included plugin synths made it even better.

[@EnochLight]

Agreed! Really hoping loopop does an in-depth video on the included standalone synths!

[@V4D2]

As always..an excellent review. To the point, and without unuseful extras... As for the Live... I'll get any MPC Live when they fix the disk streaming issue. They've been promising it for years, now.. Thank you for Thank you for this round up ;) Cheers from Portugal

[@Strepite]

They never promised disk streaming, the only thing someone from Akai mentioned on Gearslutz is they're "looking into it"...

[@MusicWizard85]

MPC Live 2 is the best middle of the road choice between MPC One and MPC X. Plus the portable factor and speaker are a bonus.

[@Brother_TD]

That’s what’s selling me rn

[@FHUKAZALSklepDlaBrukarzy]

23:20 Man, and they actually listened to you with update 2.10 :D congrats

[@Pastramowitz]

This is the perfect solution to take my studio out of the garage! great review as always man!!!!

[@vazfinestdjchozin1599]

Best comparison video online. Well said and explained. Thank you.

[@bouguification]

100k subs just around the corner, well-deserved too.

[@xiaoxia5]

thank you for showing all 3 on the same table. i wanted to get a better idea of the size for each for my own layout. the One is actually smaller than i expected.

[@AveMcree]

lol I told everyone 2 days ago that you would have this before everyone.... Currently waiting on Accurate Beats, Sonic State, and Bo Beats to have their video up soon.

[@kalubandali2241]

so you didnt get one lol

[@dianevrules]

@@kalubandali2241 They better have sent him one. How can they ignore Traptendo???

[@kalubandali2241]

@@dianevrules right i was thinkin that too

[@AveMcree]

@@kalubandali2241 I bought one today

[@AveMcree]

@@dianevrules I bought one from Sweet Water early this morning

[@rrrobart9]

That is very smart to test outside! Never thought of that!

[@audreyazwell]

I bought the MPC One when it came out but I returned it after a week because of software bugs. However I think it's been long enough and I just pulled the trigger on the MPC Live 2 (retro edition, gotta have those floppy disk vibes lol). I'm very excited especially after seeing you mention all the things they've fixed! Great video as always!

[@thelantern9075]

Nice little jam at the end my friend. You should share more of your musical ideas during your reviews.

[@VTOLKits]

@loopop: Congratulations to 100'000 subs ! ! !

[@drastic209562]

Getting mine in 3 weeks. Backordered. Can’t wait. 😬

[@audreyazwell]

oh wow yeah dude the "pro ten" setting cut that choppiness in half at LEAST. That's a huge difference fr, very nice!

[@damelos4039]

As usual, outstanding content. Just the video I was searching for so I could compare what the different features were and how they might matter to me.

[@glenesis]

I hope Akai is watching you and taking notes!

[@Aktenordner]

THANK YOU for showing the chord progression stuff. I thought it could just be done via the software. That feature was one of my top wishes for the device and it can actually allready do it!!! That will make my day for tomorrow! Btw I LOVE all your videos! You helped and informed me so many times!!!

[@SparklesofGold]

a speaker test outside with data? You spoil us on this channel. Thanks for another great video.

[@Zeal808]

Love the form factor of The MPC ONE..

[@LiftedNoise]

Me too. An MPC ONE with a battery Would of improved the standalone portability concept. The LIVE is a bit awkward to pack up as is.

[@fumarolas]

This live looping jam is so beautiful!!!

[@beatsandbuttons]

Looks like AKAI is using your channel as their source for improvements :P

[@loopop]

My pleasure :)

[@MidlifeSynthesist]

Really great review as always loopop! I owned the Mpc Live and now have the X and here’s my two cents from a user perspective: The Live mk I was already very heavy and big (considering an added carrying soft case) to be truly portable. It doesn’t fit in a “regular” back pack if you want to take much else along inside with it. It also was not very comfy in a tight space like an airplane seat (economy😅). The op-1 and deluge are much better options if you really want to be on the go, much more so now, with the added weight and size of the mk II. It’s a wonderful machine, but not really ever knowing what the q-links did and their page dependent behavior made them a workflow killer and almost unusable. They happily made them a bit better now with the 2.8, but not having dedicated physical buttons makes you overuse the screen, falling into an “ipad with pads” sensation, which many don’t enjoy (myself included). Finally, the position of the pads to the side of the screen feels awkward vs below it as in the One or the X. As for the Mpc X, even though it’s the same software, it truly feels like an entirely different machine and fulfilled every expectation I had when I bought the Live. The many buttons and led strips on the q links make everything extremely fast and intuitive, and I barely touch the screen at all. I say this because I feel that the availability of physical buttons and it’s workflow enhancement benefits are often underrated, mostly because having them there enables muscle memory to quickly kick in and makes the whole process more streamlined and natural. I can honestly say that the X is worth the price tag. Having said that, and knowing that the X is not in everyone’s budget, I would highly suggest getting the One with a portable battery and a mini midi keyboard like the arturia in your video over the Live (mk ii or mk i) if you want a portable and enjoyable MPC (it will probably be cheaper as well). Believe me that those extra buttons will make it worth your while. For those interested, in the next few weeks I’ll be posting a series of videos called “Sampler Wars” on my channel, making tracks with the same base audio samples on my MPCX, Octatrack mk2, Op-1, sp 404 and digitakt. The idea is to have a little fun while also comparing workflow, strengths and weaknesses, and end outcome, all from a practical, “regular user” point of view. Hope you check it out. Cheers!

[@scotth4224]

@Midlife - I appreciate your thoughts!! Having not used the MPC X, but owning the Live 1 & older MPC for many years, I know exactly what you’re saying. I’m not a big fan of touchscreens, but my biggest issue is not having that muscle memory you speak of....it’s soooo important with instruments and creative tools. The quicker you can translate an idea in your head to a sound on your instrument, the better (usually). I think companies & developers (like Akai w/ the modern MPC line) forget that this is a tool for making something. I could imagine them sitting in their office and focusing too much about what they can do, what they can add, what “gonna get all the kids talking”..... rather than seeing the whole picture and asking themselves (and real musicians) if their decisions actually make their music-computer-tool better or worse? When I’m looking at the MPC Live (1 or 2), I feel like they dropped the ball in this area. The Live seems to get in my way too much - and even after learning it well. My old MPC 1000 and 4000 took longer to really learn, but after that, using them was a much, much better creative experience, (when comparing to the Live). We can do all this stuff on our computers, so Akai, please remember why we’re paying extra to NOT use our computer all the time. If you make products that make me feel like I’m at work or at the ATM then I’m going elsewhere.... (I’ll admit, I haven’t used the MPC One, so it may be as simple as getting that) But when looking at the MPC X, Akai’s vision starts to make sense to me....it’s the device where they didn’t get rid of all the things that made the originals great....and Midlife, when you spoke about the physical layout and not having to use the touchscreen much, that’s exactly what I was hoping to hear :) At this point I think I’m just as likely to sell my MPC Live & move on, as I am to double down and buy an MPC X....but who knows.... Also.... Akai lost a lot of my trust when they originally released the MPC Live....with all its missing features.....I still kept it, and checked the forum daily for a while....but then I moved on and used the Live for maybe 1/3 of what I was hoping to use it for....also, it never feels good to support a company that releases half-finished products....Because , why wouldn’t they continue to do that?....they get your money either way....and one method is faster and cheaper.... Firmware 2.8 is a great update!!! It feels like the firmware this generation of MPC’s were meant to ship with....not WAY later and with the version 2 of their product.... BUT.... I am soooo excited for the MPC Live 3, with it’s electric toothbrush and an alarm clock!!! Who would have thought that the electric coffee warmer next to the speaker would be such a good idea??!! That said, my favorite feature of the Live 3 has to be the dog treadmill!! Now Sparky get his walk, and I make the soundtrack!! Ohhh Akai, the rest of them just don’t understand.... :)

[@jonathansoko1085]

Had the one for awhile now. So i solved the problem of not being able to expand the internal drive to an ssd by just getting a small usb drive with a ton of space and i basically rigged up a way to hook it to the side it to the side. Its obviously not quite as good but you almost cant even tell its there. Also SD cards being dirt cheap is also another way to go, i got like 5 256gb ones for under 50 bucks and ive recorded an entire album on the one standalone, vocals, mix and master all in the standalone box and it it didnt even fill up one 256gb card. If i had this in 1999 i woulda been mind blown that at 800$ you get a literal daw in a box that can mix master, sample, beat make sequence and record vocals...... under 1k$. Back then this probably woulda cost like 5000$. Important to note that the one now supports abelton live and you can finally access the SD card inserted into the mpc on the computer when in controller mode so you can now drag and drop files easily.

[@CanCanPresents]

Best reviews on the internet period.

[@Johnnybananass-_]

I might rock the boat but I love the speaker, it's super handy for what i want the MPC live for so I'm glad I waited and ordered the Live 2. I can see it being super useful being more portable now and not having to take headphones everywhere, whats the point of a portanble battery device without a speaker, and who wants to share headphones right now in this age of germs .Nice work akai ! ai applaud thee.

[@LukezyM]

But in most cases when you’re out, you don’t want to disturb others with your music, whether be it indoors or outdoors. Unless you’re in the wild. So headphones are still mandatory I think.

[@KAUTIOUZBEATZ4]

Mpc live 2 is exactly what I was looking for something extremely portable when I'm getting loaded or unloaded. Ima truck driver. But I currently using ni mk3 love it❤💯.i have bluetooth beats speakers but 2 have it all in 1 unit is awesome. Can just pull it out & get bizzy creating beats

[@synthmill]

I really hope that AKAI listens to you about the Ableton or Maschine like Scenes! Thank you for your content!

[@alexandernasstrom2145]

Headphone life has its benefits but it can hardly be called social or open. Its quite introvert if you ask me. So not having to carry a extra bluetooth speaker around to be able to get that sound out in the open, lets say on a rooftop jam in spain :) , the inbuilt speaker makes sense to me. The only thing still missing is a dedicated mic input with a nice preamp.

[@lordundhimself1310]

Gotta get the X for that lol

[@scotth4224]

Re: add a Mic input - 100% agree!!! The Live 1 (& 2) are both screaming for an input that takes Mic & Instrument Level!!!! Sure, it’s on the MPC X, but that’s not portable or in the same price range. If they would have added that to the Live 2, I would have upgraded in a heartbeat.... without that, I’m fine with my ancient and outdated Live 1 :)

[@Claidheambmor]

I wouldn't recommend using a Bluetooth speaker to perform, the lag would make things very awkward.

[@mackmccord3743]

@@scotth4224 lol Eye wouldn't call our Live outdated. It is up to date and can do everything these other two can do as far a production is concerned

[@infosyst6272]

Way to go Bro. Very well demonstrated!!!!!

[@smokey5100]

Great point you made... AKAI PLEASE RELEASE AN UPDATE TO WHERE WE CAN CONNECT OUR INTERFACES VIA USB TO BRING IN MORE OF OUR SYNTHS!!! We need MORE inputs!!!

[@Philtho]

I don't see it mentioned much, but for those wondering how well the speaker is on the Live II - think of it as a decent soundbar. It carries a lot of bass that you can feel it, and the mid and highs are also very well represented. It's very much usable for sitting outside, on the couch, in bed and getting that hard-hitting lows that professional headphones can give. They did not skimp out here and put the cheapest speakers they could find. Obviously, you'll want to monitor down the road with your more "professional" set up for final mixes, but do not discount the speakers. This device is a portable groovebox all-in-one you can take with you camping, vacations, etc.

[@nsbd90now]

Wow! Thank you thank you thank you for showing how to connect the NDLR to the MPC Live II!

[@TrNdke]

Excellent review as always! Some good additions in 2.8. Now, I'm just looking forward to audio streaming and the drum synth they've been teasing. I gotta say, I'm really annoyed about the speaker on the Live MK II. It makes a honking brick of a unit even bigger. I have speakers, Akai, and if I want to hook them up they're better than that one. I don't want to carry it with me when most of the time I'm using headphones. I feel like they did it just to justify the MK II label. They should have just made the hardware creature comforts the new 2.0 version going forward and left its at that instead of pretending they made a whole new product. Even worse, they tied the extra I/O to being stuck with that speaker. The Live's "portability" was already mostly a function whether you wanted to take it out badly enough to lug it around. It's brilliantly portable in the house, though! Beats on the couch, beats in the kitchen, beats on the porch... It makes the Live a great composition tool.

[@nectariosm]

(almost) Every AKAI user for the last few years: More RAM and disk streaming! AKAI: Here is a new MPC Live with "studio monitors".

[@aikighost]

Honestly I dont care at all about disk streaming, but they could have put more buttons and knobs in the space thaken up by that speaker.

[@djbowlz2128]

@@aikighost the ONE with a battery would have been perfect.

[@zepafra]

Akai "professional" chief product development person and CEO should be fired straight away

[@DukeNukem23]

You can get a battery on amazon for like 26 bucks...lasts like 12 hrs easily 🙌🏾

[@cermet1320]

@@DukeNukem23 your are probably speaking of the Camera battery which has different voltage and will eventually damage the device?

[@Deckardrick007]

THANK YOU!! This is exactly what I needed. 🙏🏽

[@UrbanTarantulas]

Would you recommend the LIVE II over the Eletron Digitakit/ or Octatrack?

[@EnochLight]

Live II, hands down.

[@Philtho]

Different types of devices. Think of the Digitakt / Octa as instruments that have powerful brain capabilities if you dig deep. But the MPCs are all-in-one do everythings. They will replace your DAW and store all your music/songs and control all your instruments as well as be their own instruments and effects.

[@carlosmariani1025]

And finally the summer pack: Akai mpc live 2, sunglasses,towel, a beer and an umbrella. Beach, I can't wait!

[@Fauxleroid]

Does mpc live midi clock send tempo when stopped? Also, can you record all 4 NDLR tracks midi at the same time? Assume if the tracks armed it will record it.

[@playgroundofsound7683]

Wow seeing them all together is baller af

[@THEREALDATALORD]

Love your work Loopop. Thank you for your work

[@johncaccioppo1142]

Congrats on the 100K subs!! You earned them ✔😃✨

[@pstralen]

What's the buffer like on the retro record function? What happens when you decide to use what you saved with retro record, and then use retro record for another song idea a few seconds later? I'm wondering if I could use it when I'm jamming/improvising to avoid the "red light fever" that sets in when recording is on.

[@michaelk8642]

Fantastic video. I bought a Live approximately four months before the Live II came out (of course, my luck), and it's cool to see the differences between the two broken down as you have in this video.

[@elipsis1]

Wow great loop demo! 🤘🏼

[@TurkmanSouljah]

Thank you @loopop . You are Always sharp and on point !

[@mpbangamusic9673]

Great vid! Personally, the 31 buttons on the One make all the difference to me! ....including the form factor & price :)

[@CodySmiley]

What is disk streaming? I'm a MPC One user, it's something different than streaming expansions preview audio or samples from SD/USB?

[@brodiecole8856]

I am not new to sampling and I'm still not exactly sure what the big deal about disk streaming is either.

[@FuZZbaLLbee]

I think it means that you don’t first have to load the sample in the 2GB memory, but can stream it straight from the disk. This would be nice for big projects that hit the 2GB limit

[@ThatBonsaipanda]

Tracks with vocals or evolving ambient soundscapes benefit from not having to load them all into memory. 2GB is well enough when working on a song, but when you do a live set with 16 songs, it's a no go and you have to use an external device to play back the additional stems.

[@thejacksontwinz]

Very nice video, a lot of good info. Thank You So Much.

[@middle_pickup]

Would be nice to have an update for the MPC noobs like me. I just looked at the 2.10 changelog, and there have been a lot of updates it seems. You can use class compliant USB audio interfaces for IO expansion now. Would like to know how well this works since it says the number of tracks used will tax the CPU more or less.

[@shahirmaged3428]

super powerful content, super organized and clear. first class tutorial

[@theacan565]

Could u answer this question please..... I like the format of this three units but...Have this 3 UNIT the same treatment with audio tracks between different sequence?? And also by muting this audio tracks?? I am looking to AKAI FORCE too...mostly because I want to treat AUDIO TRACKS independtly like for example midi tracks. TY in advance!

[@davidvochocjr1005]

Hi loopop, what are the differencies in recording audio in MPC live? (e.g. external synths), or to record all tracks from the box into my DAW?

[@izaguirre5059]

If this was your first time with MPC and your choices were MPC 1000 & MPC ONE strictly for Hip Hop which one would you recommend?

[@Dewane1511]

MPC one

[@Iofflight78]

Thanks this helped me choose the original MPC Live. It has more connectivity than One but is 350 less than the 2. Ultimately that difference is not worth the speaker, cv and a few extra buttons since the first 2 are not necessary for me. I do think the One has a tremendous amount going for it especially ergonomically with the screen above the pads.

[@dammau2096]

the thing I love the most about the One is its layout, similar to the old MPCs.

[@Iofflight78]

@@dammau2096 Yeah I think it's set up better no doubt.

[@thefunkgodeloheem2278]

Awesome review, great insights & demonstration.

[@b.c.2281]

I managed to pick up a store demo Akai live v1 for $650 Canadian, arrived today, it's mint, pretty excited to figure it out.

[@madvalrocketinsky4292]

Nive vid as always tks ! Came here to knew if I needed this to replace my MPC live I, ended ordering that NDLR lol !!! Didn't knew that beast ! Thank you !

[@sparkplugrecs.official]

so when you trailed off into the Live2, does the updates refer to the MPC one also? aside from the live (ableton style) features?

[@loopop]

Not sure what you mean but MPC One have the same features as Live2 (indeed except Ableton Live control). It's confusing because both products have the same name...

[@sparkplugrecs.official]

@@loopop when you went from all three, to focusing on the live2, you started talking abotu 2.8 or the upgrades, does that apply to all the machines? or just the live 2

[@loopop]

It has been a while since I made this so I’d need a time stamp but all 2.8 updates apply to the MPC one as well

[@red13emerald]

Congratulations to 100k! 🥳

[@mikey.audio.]

looks like I'm the only one who likes the speakers. super convenient

[@Zettaiz3r0]

I don't get the deal with the speaker-bashing, I love them on mine!

[@christopherpederson1021]

They’re fine,

[@ThirstenUngerTV]

Most people are mad that they purchased their Live 1 right before the release of the 2 and feel cheated. The negative comments is their way of dealing with it. Lol

[@takusanimasu]

The built-in spk is not that bad. The bass really surprised me.

[@alejandrorangel3257]

Can i record loops from guitar (with a di) and add then automatically to the secuence or do i have to save them first?

[@p.c513]

In MPC LIVE II Can you send a sound to multiple outputs at the same time?

[@flosounds]

Phenomenal review, triple AAA rating

[@okbrown]

I know the software is exactly the same, but the buttons and buttons placement actually describe a different workflow for them both, so it would of been nice to do an actual side by comparison. Visually all we see is the Live II. Feels one sided.

[@bukaglasna]

Apart from external notes on midi-in can it record midi cc like pitchbend or filter cutoff as editable automation data? Thanx

[@rcmusic35]

yes :-)

[@oortone]

Great review. I have one question: I don't understand what "there's no arranger" means as stated in the pros and cons. As far as I've learned from other videos you can arrange a song in a manner similar to that on earlier MPC:s like MPC1000. But maybe you mean something else? In that case what kind of arranger do you mean is missing?

[@loopop]

Thanks! The current song mode lets you chain sequences. By arranger I mean more like the recent arranger added to Deluge, Force and the clips features on Maschine - a more free form song mode

[@oortone]

@@loopop OK, I see. We use the terms differently but I see what you mean.

[@kierenmoore3236]

The life cycle of the battery is always a concern in anything like the Live 1/2 … 🧐🤔 And whether having it wall-powered most of the time is still affecting your internal battery’s life …

[@anonymoushuman8344]

I was thinking the same thing. I'd want to a couple of replacement batteries from the get go, if possible, and swap them in from time to time.

[@VinylWave11]

I have the MPC One, love it and love the 2.8 update! The live 1 and 2 just do not do it for me. I agree with many other people, the speaker just isn't at all important for me, I have much better monitors and a portable Roland KC speaker that has much more kick. "If" I decide to upgrade I definitely will buy the MPC X.

[@doswellbeats]

Grate review 🔥🔥🔥 thanks for your time this was really helpful 👍🏾

[@spfiros]

Best reviewer ever existed.

[@MrCJ-lc9ru]

Does MPC Live 2 have vocal processing like Rolands VerseLab MV-1? If not, is that something you would suggest they add?

[@baqcasanke]

Yes it does i have both.

[@surf_machine]

Hi loopop, thanks for you awesome videos. I am wondering if I can multi track export a song with at least 8 audio tracks recorded one by one from external synths into ableton? Do you know if this is possible?

[@Dastish94]

That MPC one is a beast of device, I love it. The buttons and the form factor is great. I have a SD card and I save everything on there so the memory is no issue. As for the battery, I use my MPC at home or at friends so thats not a issue for me.

[@fanclubmobent]

You can also get a portable battery for it to bro. Wish it had an internal battery but again that won’t keep me from saying the One is a great machine.

[@creativegreats6924]

What is better about the mpc one over the live 2? And vice versa ?

[@ArguZ72]

Totally getting Lemon Jelly vibes at the end....i might need to buy one now :) IN GOLD !

[@SirhcBeats]

currently killing the mpc series akai stop and put a machine out every 2-3 years not every year, straight your turning hiphop into the next apple products.

[@elijahlucian]

you don't need to buy them. just remove yourself from the apple mindset. You don't need the latest to make music.

[@enesalptekincanl5706]

you are the best gear channel

[@craigdaubbeats-rapinstrume9185]

This is the guy that sold me on the MPC ONE. Then I got the X a couple weeks later. Coming from FL studio, I can't say that I'm disappointed one bit. A better piano roll in the software would be nice. But other than that, these are probably the best machines on the planet for digital production with a hardware feel. There's not much competition. Hopefully machine ups it's game instead of that toy they released so akai will be forced the keep improving the MPC/Force line. Fingers crossed 🤞

[@maxmeier532]

what made you upgrade to the MPC X coming from the MPC one and would you recommend going for the X over the One?

[@ron2298]

Can you please let me know where I can get the cv output adapter please? There is nothing on this yes in has it but every output has 4 separate channels of cv programming possibilities but the cable/wire that goes in the port is not a normal headphone jack is it. And how would that even work they normally only have 3 separate channels/wires. Thanks again for all your videos.

[@scalebrain643]

You just need a TRS 3.5mm to dual TS 3.5mm connector - the ground is a common/shared connection. If you just use a normal TS 3.5mm or 1/8in cable found in eurorack standard - you will only get one channel, and ground out the other (only Ch1, not Ch5 for example). You need 1 channel to send CV/pitch data - and another channel to send a Gate/Trig message if you aren’t using gates/trigs elsewhere in the system. Hope this helps.

[@ron2298]

Thank you 🙏 I kind of answered my own question. Lol duh. My eyesight is going and i thought that #1/5 means 5 out. But duh They numbered them 1/5 2/6 etc. what glasses will let one see. Thank you again. Be safe.

[@semeionart]

Im looking to do alot of real world sampling and guitars etc. Is there a noticeable lag or latency when plugging a guitar or mics into the line inputs recording and listening back? Can you listen to tracks while recording and do you hear latency?

[@loopop]

no lag that I noticed

[@Ancaja123]

Agreed with audio I/O. Would be great to use the unit as an effects processor for external instruments live, I do that with my Octatrack to process my synths (and use as a send return for external effects). And again, if they EVER implement disk streaming for long samples, then this really is the number one instrument for live bands of all kinds. I'm beginning to think it won't happen although I felt the same about multitimbral midi so who knows!

[@KelsterVonShredster]

Excellent video. Love your channel.