Roland MC-707 is Underrated (3 Tracks)

[@GeorgeL909]

Imo it has the best sequencer for *recording live polyphonic playing* out of any hardware device I've used. I've only used the mc101 but same sequencer. For "guitar solo" style complex playing, it captures every note perfectly and accurately. Only a DAW can compete, or maybe a modern MPC, but I haven't tried one yet. It's not the easiest to edit notes after the fact, but every other hardware device I've used runs into resolution limitations, unless I bump the bpm way high up. My gold standard for hardware midi recording by a long shot. Edit: great jam by the way. Sorry I got lost in the sermon 😅

[@toddsmithmusic3172]

I found the best way to edit single notes after playing poly sequences is just adjust the start time of notes that sound off. You can really make things fit but have a almost "swing" feel to the notes. It's fast and sounds good if the notes are semi close to correct on input

[@midiminion6580]

100%. You can capture also pitch bends, cc changes, etc.

[@notsofastener]

Great music as always, Todd. You really highlight how amazing the MC-707 is. Can't wait till you have the space to bring more gear into the mix to compliment the 707. I wish I had the room for an MC-707. My setup is jam packed with gear and even after going vertical I didn't have room for a 707 so I got it's baby brother the MC-101 to take up the last bit of space I had available. It's not quite the beast that the 707 is, but it is truly capable and a lot of fun to work with. Your music always inspires me to keep creating so I'm definitely a huge fan of what you do.

[@toddsmithmusic3172]

Can the 101 have different sounds per scene of the same track like 707? If it can honestly almost all my songs are 4 tracks or less with adding sampling tracking and external midi. They did such a great job with this machine. I do plan to add the Kobol back in the mix very soon

[@notsofastener]

@@toddsmithmusic3172 I honestly don't know if the 101 has this capability. I've only had my 101 for a few months and I have not given it much time since I'm working with other gear mostly for an album of my own. I will need to make time to explore the little MC before my GAS kicks in again and I acquire another bit of gear I don't have room for. That Waldorf Iridium Core is calling my name a lot lately. Damn this GAS!

[@SHLDMusic]

The whole family is awesome: 707 101 and MV1 😊 Great sequencers and sounds!

[@toddsmithmusic3172]

I could see myself snagging a MV oneday

[@SHLDMusic]

@@toddsmithmusic3172 2nd hand ones are really cheap, but I don't see a real advantage of having a MV1, except portability 🙂

[@monkeyrevolution1964]

I have 505 ,808 ,909 Roland and I just love them :) I wrote 16 albuns in 10 years ´cause I lost control to my MC´s Roland addiction Lol , kzbin.info/www/bejne/sIallHl3rdWGaK8

[@KingzofRythm]

@@SHLDMusicbuilt in mic

[@SHLDMusic]

@KingzofRythm yes build in mic plus mic input!

[@taosophymusic]

Not underrated in my book, but I hear ya! I love my 707

[@toddsmithmusic3172]

It's a power house you can snag at stupid prices used. Glad you enjoy it

[@thestinkyweasel6297]

you always kill it on the 707 bro!

[@toddsmithmusic3172]

Just getting started bro. Shits about to pop

[@jszack]

Love my 707.

[@toddsmithmusic3172]

Once you add a keyboard it becomes almost endless

[@stephanlepage2537]

Just got the 49 Launchkey two days ago Still figuring it out But already love my 707❤

[@bertpierey3655]

Love this machine. Great functions and sound

[@toddsmithmusic3172]

Couldn't agree more!

[@monkeyrevolution1964]

@@toddsmithmusic3172 How are you doing ? I used MC909 for this song . Any good ? kzbin.info/www/bejne/sIallHl3rdWGaK8

[@AgentsofRush]

I have a love hate relationship with mine. The sound annoys me sometimes so needs a lot of tweaking. But it's a good unit and nice to even use as a sound module. I contacted them about the sampler with some features to add and they did get back to me at least.

[@toddsmithmusic3172]

The presets are my love / hate aspect. Some good ones but lots of them I’ll never use. Once you pick something close to what you want and start tweaking things get really good fast tho

[@AgentsofRush]

@@toddsmithmusic3172 Agree. They never made a full editor for it did they?

[@toddsmithmusic3172]

@@AgentsofRush On Computer yes. You use the zen core editor.

[@toddsmithmusic3172]

@@AgentsofRush I’ve got pretty good with internal editor tho. I should play with the software one a few times

[@AgentsofRush]

@@toddsmithmusic3172 I didn't know you could use the Zen core editor. Is it real time?

[@mann-vom-mond]

Sounds great

[@toddsmithmusic3172]

Thank you !

[@mann-vom-mond]

@@toddsmithmusic3172 🙂

[@edzelt8012]

Thank you Merry X-Mass

[@BigMuff520]

The MC707 is a beast!

[@toddsmithmusic3172]

A monster bro

[@edt4062]

hell yea the mc 707.

[@toddsmithmusic3172]

IT’s overlooked

[@MuzikJunky]

The TR-707 is the shizznit-the sound of acid house! Peace.

[@toddsmithmusic3172]

I'm speaking MC-707 but yes , you're 100% correct

[@bromy2251]

sounds sick. want to up grade my mc 303 to the 707 for sure at some point

[@toddsmithmusic3172]

707 is a pure beast groovebox. Add keys and it’s it’s half bread workstation/ groovebox

[@channelz3363]

Do it NOW!

[@thestinkyweasel6297]

P.S. love the stack of spells

[@toddsmithmusic3172]

I love the old school sets. My favorite is Arabian Nights.

[@firstnose8885]

The Magic left side of Roland 😅 ❤

[@toddsmithmusic3172]

I collect the earlier sets. Arabian Knights/ Legends/Unlimited and revised for bulk playing cards and dual lands, wheel of fortune and all those goodies

[@marsmediapro]

That machine sounds so good how long have you had it?

[@toddsmithmusic3172]

A few years and honestly still learning. Once you add keys to the input it's a mini workstation

[@TheSemtexCow]

Underrated? 8 channels of zencore shouldn’t be. I’m happy with 4, but 8! Dam you greedy Todd 😂.

[@toddsmithmusic3172]

I see them going for 5/600$ used on FB groups with a protective plastic cover , lol. I got mine for 1k and feel it was a steal.

[@TheSemtexCow]

@@toddsmithmusic3172 I got the 101 for just under $300 from a friend who’d barely used it. Bargain for 4 channels of portable zencore.