Akai MPC 2500 - Still relevant in 2021?

[@Jim_KYB]

This for me the 2500 is a classic MPC. With JJOS it has the right balance of functionality, easy of use, build quality, sound quality, storage and fun to use. Sure, it doesn't sound like a 3000, but a 3000 doesn't have grid edit, chord memory, non destructive chop, USB connectivity, or large Flash storage. I predict this machine will double in price over the next few years, and will be on par with a 3000 in 5 years time.

[@muzixco]

You pretty much said it all, I agree with you. It retains the best of the old and combines with modern. Thumbs up!

[@bliss3174]

Because its in between the older Akai models and the new ones (x,live, etc) I think it’ll only be as much as maybe what a 2000xl is today

[@MarKellZ]

I completely agree with this! I’ve been wanting this machine for 8 years now & I just bought the MPC 2500 LE #408 The 2500 sings, and I’m glad that there are beat makers still using it today!

[@muzixco]

You havea real gem!

[@MarKellZ]

@@muzixco hey, thank you my dude! I love it so much!

[@sheaholiday3019]

Just got my MPC2500 a couple days ago 💪🏾

[@muzixco]

Excellent!

[@Craftmaster3]

I just got one and love it

[@muzixco]

enjoy!

[@LG-ro5le]

bought the Mpc 2500 SE last year as my first mpc. Running jjos, Its a solid sequencer & sampler and i personally like the built in ‘eq’ and ‘compressor’ effect options in the master fx menu, the filtering is decent and the q-links are nice to work with too.. even has LFO and u can change sound envelope shape. Dont regret buying

[@muzixco]

Yes overall it's got the right mix of features, the built-in compressor is no joke.

[@IAmLeeBlackman]

Yes it is, no doubt.

[@muzixco]

Thank for chiming in fam.

[@brennfett487]

Great review, very relevant in 2021 Last jjos update is just from february. Usb connectivity, big hard drive, modern but still oldschool workflow, that is best of both worlds for me. Only bad thing is the filter

[@muzixco]

Really this unit does have the best of both worlds, modern and classic, the things that it does lack on are not deal breakers by any means.

[@SpontaniuzProductions2]

mpc2500 is a beast 4 life!!!! it will never die out, its still a power house. its solid, gets respect in 2021 anywhere!

[@muzixco]

Yes indeed!

[@MrAnselm77]

Love the video 🔥🔥🇨🇦👊🏿

[@muzixco]

Thank you fam.

[@blankitcoffeelo-fi4806]

The short answer is f**k yes. The very short answer is yes. The 2500 has travelled halfway across the globe with me, seen studios, live shows, train stations, cafes, you name it. Scratched up and worn well, still an absolutely trustworthy unit. Whatever technical limitations it has, it only force you to be more ingenious about what you're doing.

[@muzixco]

That's whats up!

[@misterrandom3544]

glad to see you making videos again brother.

[@muzixco]

Thank you brother, more coming. Stay safe.

[@64hapz]

What’s up fam, thank you for the video & all the comments on here. I’m coming from a maschine background, have the 3 MK’s but wanted to pick up an MPC. I’m looking at a 2500 right now, my question to all users is, what’s the learning curve on these? Just don’t want to buy a piece of gear that will sit there.. thanks ahead.

[@muzixco]

The learning curve is not bad, there are more features than the older MPCs, but each pad is marked with a function accessible with the mode button. Fairly straight forward, go for it!

[@Beatsfool]

2500 gang

[@JazzMatic1967]

Keep that 2500 fam it's definitely a keeper 😀😁

[@muzixco]

Keeper for sure, thanks brother, hope you are well.

[@JazzMatic1967]

@@muzixco I hope the same for you it's crazy out here but I'm doing all that I can to stay safe & positive 😁

[@grandmixerdeelob]

Yh I got mpc 2500 JJos 128xl 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@muzixco]

Nice!!

[@TheLo31]

CAN YOU CONNECT THE MPC25 WITH CURRENT DAWS?

[@muzixco]

yes via midi din

[@wrldonwill]

Thanks for the video. What's the name of that hardware filter?

[@muzixco]

It's the Akai MFC42 Analog Filter

[@MegaSniv]

yes, it's relevant!!!

[@muzixco]

Thanks Mega, good to hear from you man!

[@lascimmiabeat]

I use only my #akai #s950 In 2021

[@edwinragland2883]

I still want an s950 25 years later.

[@muzixco]

Cool!

[@luckyy1700]

Hey im very knew to this and im wondering how i can load drums into the mpc can u make a vid for it ??

[@muzixco]

Yes, I will make a video on some very useful tools that make that process very easy.

[@thomasjohnsonjr4913]

I CAUGHT MY MPC 2500 FOR 800 DOLLARS BUT IT DIDN'T COME WITH THE CD ROM DRIVE, HOW CAN I GET THE DRIVE?

[@kltz78]

MPC stuff.

[@mattyg499]

The 2500 uses a pretty standard drive for the time.Unlike the 5000 which is super expensive.Probs get for for a tenner…

[@danielsolomon63]

I have it and while i love it overall it really disappoints me when i try to use the filters. Filters are just the shittiest in the game.

[@muzixco]

Agreed, it's not S900 level filter but... at least it has one. ;-)

[@t-e-s-a]

ditch the hard drive and get an IDE to SD card adapter

[@muzixco]

No need for that as the unit already has a compact flash adapter built in.

[@kierenmoore3236]

Why would anyone pay $1k for this in 2021 … ?!

[@muzixco]

I think they're selling for about $1200 now in good condition.