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[@mpchead]

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[@atribecalledjudah5436]

I was doing it the hard way, I never touched that button until now. That’s the beauty of the MPC, you can do things that are comfortable to you.

[@soapnocs1079]

Once I learned this technique I never made a beat without it. I overuse it but that’s OK.

[@mattiaspigaa]

Same

[@bryantwalley]

yep

[@v5q211]

Same bruh😂 I kinda use the 16level horn technique in even trap beats

[@soapnocs1079]

@@v5q211 I did it in a pop/house beat too and it worked quite well

[@v5q211]

@@soapnocs1079 sounds great in house beats fr!

[@777wisdom7]

This technique originated on the SP 1200 with the multimode and multilevel function it's 8 pads not 16 but the very similar in concept.. great video

[@jeimar4417]

Although I do not have a mpc of 16, I have a great time learning good advice from your videos and putting into practice what I learned from each video, thank you very much Marlow. Greetings, peace and respect.

[@jamesp2708]

Im glad found your videos.. opening up a lot of inspiration. new ideas..,creativity.. . Really like your videos are short..to the point and clear....keep hitting us in the head.. short and sweet😊

[@mpchead]

I want one, when I fond one at a good price I'll pick it up.

[@EnochLight]

Two things: 1. Absolutely fantastic video Marlow - probably one of my favorites! 2. I spy with my little eye The Chameleons “Script of the Bridge” album behind you - NICE!!! One of the greatest underrated bands of the 80’s.

[@ralfmoss]

This is my kind of video. Good work. Keep em coming.

[@Enochssaalm]

Mannn I love this video. I was doing it the hard way. I was extracting my sample and changing the pitch of the copy Sample just so it could be in another key. This method saved so much time

[@mpchead]

You're welcome! 🙌🏼

[@lukequincey7187]

One of my Favourite new channels. Thank you for your content Marlow Digs 🎛

[@mpchead]

✌🏼thanks Luke

[@sheaholiday3019]

I learned so much from this video I used the 16 levels for the first time today on my mpc !!🌊🔥

[@Simair78]

So simple, but yet so effective!! Thanks for the reminder!

[@pelz789]

This is some dope ass content! Picked up a lot techniques from this short video alone. Can’t wait to try them out. Thank you and never stop !! 🔥🔥

[@mackmccord3743]

WordisBond. Especially that noise tip ✊🏽🕶️💜

[@donartyone3258]

I’ll never forget my first time using 16 levels. I’ve used it on almost every MPC session since.

[@according2sean]

Excellent video, the way you showed how 16 levels could be implemented using each track/element is such an effective way to teach! Thank you!

[@ColdmanBeats]

As I told you before, love this series! 👌🏼

[@mpchead]

Thanks bro ✌🏽

[@LowFah]

The Professional.

[@maleekbeats]

Filipping the bird at 6:34 😉🔥

[@InaiahLujanMusic]

Always informative and dope AF, big fan, thank you!

[@papepcool]

Good to see some actual beat makin knowledge .Keep it up...

[@saulgood2548]

Your videos are priceless. I love your style of music.

[@mpchead]

Thanks Saul

[@Snoopfrogg.]

Fire dude. I am glad I found your channel.

[@mpchead]

Appreciate that 🙌🏼

[@finimokieribo7536]

Many thanks for this Marlow. This is my favourite beat making channel bar none. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@martin_quarto]

I keep coming back to your new record, love having your videos up here, big inspiration.

[@nicolassullivan7746]

I loved this video

[@davido3109]

Nice Beat!! Thanks!!!

[@definfected]

This beat is amazing!! Another great vid!! Much love Marlow!!

[@olatunjimason]

I love this technique which you demonstrated, Marlow. You way you laid everything in 16 level is a unique way to create your beats!!! I also Tracklib is great tool when it comes to finding samples to chop and lay out in your drum machines!!! Its just as good as beat digging yet it's a little easier!!

[@gridley47]

Great information

[@IdontLik3Musik]

Cool; MPC live II will be my master controller for the next level. Thnx Marlow Digs

[@marcmistermarc]

Very impressed that you have a copy of Script of the Bridge by the Chameleons in the background there...

[@raphaelwa]

Bought my first sampler a week ago, Live II. Got lost in your videos since then. Thank you. So. Freaking much. ❤

[@BeatsByGemsmiff]

VERY IMPORTANT FEATURE ON THE MPC

[@porterogden6065]

i love this series. so inspirational.

[@theunboundsound]

Truly great stuff man! 🔉🎧🎙️🔥❤️🔥

[@mpchead]

Thanks for tuning in ✌🏼

[@danrkelly]

Helpful stuff.

[@groovecat7]

This beat is ultra dope. Another great vid. Respect!

[@BikJTube]

I've subbed because your channel is dope and to the point, Love the humbleness also. Keep it going brother.

[@mpchead]

Thanks Bik-E J

[@im2cxe4u]

16 level on volume/velocity was the next evolution of the accent function on earlier drum machines like the TR line.

[@BogotaBanana]

I love 16 levels. It's the only reason why I use the mpc (software). Great video

[@cireirby5359]

Keep that heat coming

[@DylanParisMusic]

Awesome vid Marlow!

[@Ink0ne415]

A genius my G, showing them how it’s done.

[@Ink0ne415]

@def creator A genius remembers and gives back, incites and motivates a new generation of beatmakers. Showing old techniques which me and you are familiar with and some i may have forgot is genius. So to question who i give flowers to is funny.

[@atribecalledjack6707]

@@Ink0ne415 Damn, tell em man haha

[@Ink0ne415]

@Jeff Hagenaars Well damnnn i"m sorry you feel this way that my definition of a genius is not yours. And it's sad that you think the brother is coping shit instead of just sharing knowledge son.

[@descendancedenoefilsdadam1028]

Came from the Emu sp12 the mpc60 came later studio440 had a pitch knob but not that chromatic still. Sp12 shaped hip hop boom bap.

[@Stlndrms]

I see you with that pitch shift

[@ieyucel]

The sound is beautiful!

[@mpchead]

Thanks 🙏🏼

[@gknowkalyedose4842]

16 levels of Velocity and Tune. Very very handy

[@shyguyforever7986]

wow thanks. this finally clicked for me. since i don't have an mpc, this way of describing it helped me apply it to my virtual drum machine for self-sampling horns and creating more interesting drum grooves. created some chops and set them across four pads with -2dB increments to similar effect.

[@TommyVamoz]

Great video my bro! The 16 levels are so powerful. Also use em to make a snare slapback echo 💎

[@kukulkan1717]

thank you marlow!

[@andreguzman9958]

Thanks a lot for showing your I learned a lot with my MPC. Drizz DaNemesis

[@_masterofnone_]

Very helpful video! Thanks.

[@DJFurio]

Useful little tutorial

[@BrentLane1]

Love your channel, man!

[@mpchead]

🙏🏼

[@_thevoid93]

Being someone who also has a diverse musical palate, that script of the bridge album in the back is a nice Easter egg. Good stuff @Marlow Digs

[@mickwiese3819]

you can post a video per day and I would be your daily visitor. THX and great stuff as ever

[@immersivenarrative]

Finally got KZbin premium, gonna give that beat tape a listen!

[@Burnett299]

thankyou for the tune tip

[@B.Aboobaker]

Please post more often King. 🙏

[@mpchead]

Thanks bro I definitely want to do that.

[@mackmccord3743]

This was perfect. With so much info🤘🏽🕶️💜

[@TeraGreene1]

Solid, per usual! Thank you!

[@shyebutnot8637]

Amazing vid, pretty much answered all the questions I’ve had from tinkering the last year

[@entyce66]

Dope as always

[@DeeDifferent]

Thank you🤙🏿

[@davidscott2095]

Great video, Marlo. Mucha gracias. Loved the beat as always. Bendiciones!

[@mpchead]

Gracias David

[@shyguyforever7986]

Amazing

[@GeeDunkin]

Got my first MPC at 40yo, getting my head around it currently but your videos are inspiring. I just want to play around and make cool hip hop loops… this video is a huge help 🙌. I’m currently on Spotify listening to your music too, so chilled 😎

[@mpchead]

Thanks for watching the channel, have fun making those loops. 🙌🏼

[@wilddazebeats]

Great video. Gonna experiment with the 16 level button on my MPK249 next cook up.

[@PaulRichards78]

Awesome video

[@B.Aboobaker]

10:33 gotta release this one 🔥

[@Michael-kn6tl]

This is a great video. 202 is my favorite sauce.

[@mpchead]

nice sauce for sure

[@jaixiviii]

Masterclass in session!

[@kirkstate]

I keep forgetting I have TrackLib 😅thanks for reminding me

[@velllla]

AWESOME as usual! 👊🏻

[@herrbert7743]

like this beat… sounds like an early 90‘s boom bap. 👍

[@traitortotheliving]

Love your channel man always good content. Joined your patreon recently to support 🤘

[@mpchead]

Thanks for the support ✌🏼👊🏼

[@sammysoosa7274]

LOVE YOUR VIDS MAN!

[@xavierrandall]

I see the Boss Sp 202 on the side. Good stuff man.

[@yuchenyang4267]

this is so good！

[@clintwarner3008]

Nice vid 💯🎵🎧

[@derickjones3135]

This is the coolest shit ever!

[@braien25980]

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[@mpchead]

Nice one, I'll keep my eye on it.

[@finkployd6110]

The original SP-12 from 1986 had 8 levels, which Ced-Gee took advantage of on Ultramagnetic MC's "Ego Trippin'".

[@shoeengine1161]

huge impact on house music also

[@JackJazzm]

🔥👍🏾🔥

[@akirathedon]

MIGHTY MARLOW WITH THAT UTTER FUEGO EVERY TIME GOD BLESS

[@mpchead]

Thanks Akira 🙏🏼

[@davidneau8830]

It's Very simple and useful video with good tips. Thanks for that. :^)

[@TheNimasan]

imagine what would happen if Papa linn didn't exist!

[@ElfontLeBlonde]

Great! 🤘🏼 😊 Do you have a Video about Dr. Sample, too?

[@mpchead]

I have a couple I think kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4bEqYGpatyibJY

[@roy4286]

WOW GREAT TUTORIAL . I WISH MPC BEATS HAD THAT 16 levels feature . l cant afford that machine,

[@mpchead]

I think it does actually. over the drum pads you should be able to see it.

[@allcaps2973]

I think if Pete rock when I hear this or madlib in he’s younger days

[@djgreenhornet2892]

🎶🎶🎶🎶

[@PeanutButterAM]

Smoooooth as phuck! 💪🏽🤘🏽

[@wariusgaius]

Great video

[@PeteOnTheBeat]

I love the 16 levels. I managed to pull out a good loop,but the overbeat isn't coming together :(

[@mpchead]

Gotta refine it don't give up

[@prod.SharlieBlikesEarlGreyT]

Dope tutorial as always, 👏🏾🔥🔥 fire beat at the end too…just wish I had an MPC 😭 imma iPad GarageBand beat maker sometimes on the laptop 💻

[@mpchead]

The end result is what matters

[@prod.SharlieBlikesEarlGreyT]

@@mpchead well as I’m a big fan of your music would love some feedback and I hope that ain’t too presumptuous 🙏🏾

[@CentaurusRelax314]

Fantastic. I am new to the MPC (Live II) and completely misunderstood the 16 Levels thing. I thought it was for limiting the pad sensitivity to only 16 velocity values! Derp. This is so valuable. Thank you. // Do you have a video (explanation) for how you use the SP to 'dirty up' the MPC beats?

[@lennyverne4948]

What settings did you have the SP202 to make it feel so dirty ? Loved this Video Marlow . . . Thank you

[@25hourproductions]

GOOD❗😂👌👍❤👊🏼💯

[@Betehatve]

Thanks for the tips, I am doing tutorial vids helping the Vietnamese aspiring producers. Allow me to add this tip into my next tutorial, with referencing to this video.