Marco Polo - "MP On The MP" S01E01 "Bass"

Introducing: "MP On The MP" Season 1, Episode 1. "Bass"
In this episode i break down how I do basslines and share some simple but effective tips on how to tune bass and write basslines. All bass & drum sounds used in this video from my Pad Thai series/sound kits.
Pad Thai Vol. 6 available now @ www.marcopolobeats.com
Film by @Shy The Beat Yoda

[@forbeatssake1530]

Props to Marco Polo for sharing this knowledge. Human hearing is logarithmic so lower notes are much closer together in frequency. That’s why it’s easier to hear the pitch difference when you go higher.

[@chadwaldron3594]

I've owned 3 MPC's, and they all work the same way with the 16 levels. My way I've always tuned bass to a sample, is get your root note of the sample on 1 pad, apply your bass note to another pad. now LPF your sample pad until it brings out a nice bass tone. You then play these 2 pads at the same time, no doubt you will hear a wobble, meaning it's out of tune. Tune your bass note until you hear it's in tune and the frequency wobble stops. Voila, both in tune. NOW 16 level that shit and build a bassline.

[@LG-ro5le]

how do you 16 level and whats lpf? ive just recently bought a mpc2500 so im still getting used to everything

[@jessegonzalez4518]

16 lvs is on MPC, turns pad triggered to be played at 16 dif velocity wit pad 1 low pad 16 highest. Lpf, is a low pass filter. Hope it helps. Im new to production 2. Just got a MPC studio in Aug. 3 years in training 2 be a emcee. I started 2 mix mine n' my nef's tracks. We are starting 2 need beats so I said I got us. Its awsome how it all is interconnected. Rap tought me mix, mix tought me production concepts. Shout out 2 MARCO POLO One of the greats right here!... Gunna be checkin any tips u got... I don't have a music theory backround either. Learning on da fly!

[@thedeadpoetspen]

@@LG-ro5le LPF is a lowpass filter. I haven't used an mpc in a good 8 years...but basically you're going to crank down on the filter so that you really only hear the low end of your sample. Then try and mimic that with a bass note till they sound like they're in tune together. Some samples you can actually use the low end as a bass line. That was big in the early 90s.

[@philippebackprotips]

Cool trick indeed. Using the software one could use a tuner VST but this is great and I will use it.

[@tvrqsebeats5693]

Man this makes so much sense just might be genius...gotta try asap

[@OSTeez]

Ok... This is my new favourite serie on YT right now.

[@NetraamNav]

This is really helpful. Creating a bassline with a sample has always been a problem for me. Thanks

[@FCTHETRUTH]

keep doing these!!! i'mma try that bass technique on my MPC One!! thanks for that gem!

[@JohnnyBargeldBoom]

Great episode! To be honest, not that relevant for me (because I'm a Bassist), but I can't wait for the HiHat episode. So many different ways, but I still can't find the right way for me. Can't wait to see how you programm your hats. stay healthy!

[@Lolife86]

A Breukelen Sorty , was nearly the album of the year for real...Dope , in the production , the lyrics as much as I love Girselda and all that guy bringin that renaissance, Masta Ace , still come with that flow , but still too with those INTELLIGIBLE and it's not just shooting , gang gun..This is dude is sych a niceMC for three decade now...All those concept albums are amazing. Thank you for all those production Marco.

[@LoFiWeekly]

I see Marco Polo I click, it's simple.

[@Ganqes]

2000xluser here also, good quality video and audio right there!

[@CaleSchellenberg]

Hell yeah one of my favourite producers starts this just as im getting into producing

[@jessegonzalez4518]

Cale me 2!... Shit like it's fait. I was like wait POLO droppin' knowledge like this. Shows what kind of guy he Is!

[@Rojozproduction]

You don't know how happy I am that I found your channel!!

[@MITTEL.PUNKT_13]

Germany loves. Have seen MP and Masta a few times with my best friend here.... Always: GREAT

[@MITTEL.PUNKT_13]

Masta always on point and near the audience ... whereas Marco is always on point in the background and got his back. Just a great team - in this sometimes fast times without real partnership. Appreciate have seen them perform 2getha. Propz acrosd from the atlantic ocean. PS: got that PT 1-3. Maybe gotta checkout the others ✌🏼

[@phenomena17]

YEAH!! this is what we needed, I am grateful to get so much knowledge from one the greatest producers out!

[@TwinkieTerror]

Please keep up on these as they will help us all!! Thank you for this!

[@Djmikeb_]

one of the greatest to ever do it

[@johnringopowers4527]

Thank you for finally doin these brother! Notification bell is ON and set to ALL! Lookin forward to the next one bredrin, keep em coming! SHARING!!

[@dj_jamfu91]

That helped so much! Respect Marco, one of my favorite producers of all time!

[@illparkmusic]

Thank you for a glimpse into your mind. You’re a legend and I appreciate everything you do, cheers 🍻

[@emersonsmith5775]

Marco it's always dope how you share your knowledge yo!! Excellent

[@acethemcacethemc1491]

This was awesome! Great tuning tip. Thank you. And that beat is a super head banger.

[@2010balancingact]

You cleaned up the spot , nice ! And this will be my favorite show now.

[@CoinOpMilitia]

Instant subscribe when I heard the plan for this series! Big up MP for sharing the Knowledge

[@perfectplates]

Yo Marco, as a veteran in the production game - dropping hints and tips like this is gold. Thanks!

[@neilwhamilton]

Superb. Thanks for doing this during these times.

[@crumsabi]

I really appreciate the hell out of this class sir, it really helped me out.

[@richariz7896]

nerd

[@chrisgalactic]

Wow! that filtering the sample to find the bass tone is GENIUS! Why didn't I ever think of that, amazing tip. Thanks MP!

[@danewav1]

Thank you Marco! Watching your tutorials since day 1 making beats, now i been making music for 5 years, you one of my greatest inspirations, go cop all pad thai kits my producer friends!

[@Geneticshiphop]

This series is dope. I look forward to more in the future

[@ukbullybeats]

Thanks for putting this together MP!

[@mrtn5882]

Dude, I love your music. Please quit smoking so that we get to listen to new songs from you for a long time.

[@rabevier8071]

Good video excited about this channel big fan here of both Mp n the Mp!lots of cool information here plus the beats are always slappers

[@alw1972]

This video has some good gems. Good work MP!

[@twistinbiscuitz4646]

i was watching the other videos a few weeks ago, hyped to see you back! using the filter on the sample to find the root is gonna be really helpful, and it's cool to see a rick even sounds good as a plugin. posted up for the next one, shout out from calgary!

[@VirtualDJpioneer]

Hell yeah, keep these coming!

[@cravenroad7594]

Marco, just let me tell you three of the best italian words can be said to someone: IO TI AMO. Thanks for sharing your speechless wisdom with us and a real, big, lovely, fat hug from Italy! ❤️

[@dhaimovich1]

So helpful for someone like me who doesn’t know much about music theory! The first base note that matches the one is the root. Thanks!

[@user-bf6tv3gt1m]

Marco sanks for info bro.Realy apriciate you for that.🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿❤️❤️❤️.You one of the best G.

[@GoodxJ]

That beat is perfect for Ace!!! 🎤✌️🔥👍 Good stuff sir 🥁🎹🎶

[@henryskillz1090]

Straight fire & educational

[@NeckUno1]

Marco, good to see you! It was a great idea to make this channel. Great tips and tricks, I also make bass lines as you said. Some people could think it's a shame because we are not educated musicians, but I think that the final result is the most important, not the whole process. Big up!

[@i.n.f.j9753]

Excellent hâte d'écouter le E02 !

[@isaacgodbolt9244]

I learned something about basses it seems so simple now

[@Maurice24.7]

this is gold, thank you MP !

[@davidviscardi]

Thank you so much sire. Soooo good to get some tips on the MPC.... MPC people struggle with the learning curve since forever

[@VestanPance2007]

This is great, I got to a decent level in my beat making but I sort of reached a bit of a plateau but now I realise it’s my (lack of) technique. This is really helping to reinvigorate me, and I’m using it to improve my baseline on my new beat and it is sublime! Thank you. Subbed and also purchased Pad Thai 1-4. Peace and love.

[@totosoapcity]

What a Beat!Dope content!!Big up!

[@WRAFARJ]

Thank you Marco you are very good guy for sharing the knowledge !

[@LiftedNoise]

oh man this is fire! Thanks for the tip bro! Always enjoyed your videos. Been a minute since I seen one. That scarbee bass in one of my favs too, I did the same and sampled it for my MPC.

[@djrussh]

Super dope and very cool of you to share your process bro!

[@lazygambino]

MP on the MP !!! pad thai vol 1 is one of my first purchases! still haven't figured out this producing thing yet and pretty much gave up on doing it as a living but it's still fun.

[@ionbriceag]

magnific 🙌🏼🔥

[@user-rm9gf2cq2l]

Thanks for doing these vids....very inspiring....keep it up.

[@rkay7567]

Great work OG keep it up 👍

[@flaviodandrea7301]

thank you a lot Marco, can't wait to see episodes on hihats and drums

[@chriscash782]

The video ive been waiting for finally after years of YT

[@kannon3979]

Thanks for the knowledge MP!

[@OriginalAjayo]

Amazing!

[@12originalplayers]

Great video, especially as programming bass lines is a weak point of mine. Looking forward to the rest of the series!

[@ThePrudentKing]

the beat is crazy fire brah. Good look on the new kit. Must cop

[@gete-wasted8438]

Very dope! Great vibe for late night administrative work. Thanks for creating this! ‪#CoCoTheGeek‬

[@cresplove]

Thank U 4 inviting us to your Studio!! Mega MP !! :)

[@PureNalig1]

Hi my name is The Mexican Bandit and I am a production nerd. And proud of it..🕵🏽

[@risingsun82]

Great Stuff! Worked! Legend !

[@digitaldiezel5870]

WTF, MP is an animal! I can’t fuck with amateurs no more! This dude is ferocious on the box!

[@-.s-.s5800]

we will find the love ... thnks 4 this marco

[@AccurateBeats]

Great tips man!

[@jeromeduffy1565]

Glad I just found this!I'm gonna watch the other vids.

[@Iamkreat]

Droping gems!thnx mane

[@favouritethings11]

Tuned in

[@Mattia_22]

Stunning track M!! 💣💣

[@SiloMentality]

The king MP is back

[@MakingMadBeats]

Those drums were 🌰, too!!!

[@WASKMUSIC]

What a dope beat my friend thanks for the insight

[@MichaelJames707]

so fire man

[@chetos3041]

really usefull! keep going on! nice job!

[@synproroka4889]

holy damn, this beat at the end is fire :O

[@inthefadeproductions]

dope vibes

[@pfeeyatko]

Awesome lesson and bass line I had to jam on that one myself.

[@user-qz9rw2um8b]

Bass line in this beat is just so dope👊

[@accurateskills791]

Legend. 🔥

[@PapaRappa]

Marco you are the legend !!! We love you in Russia!

[@tmbe_official]

🔥Drums Master🔥Thanks mate!!

[@rymdstoffe]

This is so dope!

[@DamnCarlSucks]

I've never clicked something so fast in my life. Big fan dude!

[@faf4381]

Damn! This series is so incredibly good! So many tricks I would loved to know earlier. Quick tip for Bass tuning: I use NI Machine, but it also works on other machines and keyboards. Go a few octaves higher with the tone. Like he died in the video, but actually way higher. Of course you can't have a filter on the bass sample for that. With that you really getting quick to the root notes....

[@PaudelPK]

Man tuning a Bass Note to a sample gave me a headache back in the days. Its funny cause i developed the Same techniques exept that i tuned the Note on pad 4 or 8. Dope concept Marco. Im looking forward to further Episodes. Keep it up

[@yzuroner3123]

This was very helpful thanks.

[@paranorml]

Mad game! Respect.

[@shadynasty6393]

So sick

[@smokeydabearbeats314]

Super dope🥁

[@KrazyfingazBeats]

Dope Gems!

[@isaacgodbolt9244]

I must admit that akai expansion is all of that can’t wait for the second one

[@riskzerobeatz]

Glad to see you :D

[@steventapia_motiondesigner]

Thanks for the Tutorial Marco!!!

[@LincolnRossi]

Super dope bass line !!!!!

[@p8emusic]

the legend!!!!

[@soundwave_vr6]

amazing

[@RobAllbanks]

I can dig it!

[@MITTEL.PUNKT_13]

This series i s great

[@freddydaze]

Just discovering you now through a drumbroker email, too smooothhhh🌊