Which MPC is the Best?

Which MPC is my Favorite??
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[@damonsmith7661]

MPC Live 2!...the fact that you can take it with you to the bathroom and finish your beat while taking a 💩 is amazing!!

[@BoloDaProducer]

😂 true!

[@StatikVibesBeats]

😆

[@drindy5166]

The best place to perform and capture a drop for sure! 👊🤣👍

[@bparkpark1764]

Dookie pads!

[@damonsmith7661]

@@bparkpark1764 🤣

[@PooFace2030]

I think this line of MPC’s will be viewed as legendary 10 or 20 years from now. The comeback of AKAI vs Maschine. The return to standalone with built in daws and effects. The price to power ratio of the mpc one. The built in speakers and battery powered portability of the live 2. Responsible for pulling alot of producers and casual users away from point and click production. It really is legendary already.

[@babysunn2]

FACTS ❗

[@illanoiz1]

If you asked me this a month ago, I would have said the Live 2 but I recently pulled out my X and maaaan I missed all the dedicated buttons. I have them all and hands down it’s the X

[@pinkflamingo5972]

MPC 3000 is still my jam.

[@SoundstarMusic]

"Best" is subjective to the user I think but my personal favs are the 4K, 2KXL and 2500. 👍🏾

[@curtiskeller7852]

🗣️SPEAK!!!

[@Aliengroover]

I was going to say this on dude's Maschine reply above. I've been preaching "best for you" for 30 years. I've used a crazy amount of workstations/sequencers/DAWs. Can you do what you need to do without it getting in your way, with room for growth? That's all that matters🤷🏾‍♂️

[@rashodlewis2918]

MPC ONE is the best because that the only one I have.

[@myronbrown3933]

Great video, Bolo! You always provide credible, honest viewpoints.

[@plugexpert]

Exactly the video I was looking for, thanks.

[@leathajacketassassin]

One day I may try some other kind of hardware, but I'll ALWAYS love the MPC. All the producers I'm inspired by have used them. RZA, DJ Muggs, Havoc, Swiss Beatz, Alchemist, 9th Wonder, Heatmakers.....So many.

[@ceddmack2816]

All of them for me but the Live II gets the most work. I carry it everywhere. Being that I play keys, the Key 61 is a deal maker. Plus, it reminds me of the ASR-10. I remember asking Akai about an Mpc with a keyboard. The rep told me in 2008 they couldn’t discuss it. I think they did well for the first version. Next, I would imagine an 88 Key with a flip screen and more knobs and buttons. I absolutely love the Mpc X. It’s like working on a space age Mpc 3000/4000 mixed. Mostly because of the form factor. With each unit, I get a different feel. I feel R&B with the Keys, hip hop with the X and a little of both with the Live II. But I can do everything with either machine. Hard to say, but I would probably choose the Live 2 if I could only have one, but the X looks so I’ll sitting there like the boss…Great video @bolodaproducer

[@PROFESSORGRIMM03]

I'm using the mpc one standalone and I haven't turned my computer on for so long and I'm so happy I did. It helps me sample anything with my phone and let's me do anything I can do :)

[@badboy69cancer]

I wouldn't trade an MPC for a Maschine standalone scenario to save my life, but I also wouldn't trade a Maschine for an MPC when it comes to DAW integration either. I'm blessed to own both though, so no complaints. 😁

[@DJWOLFLIVE]

I also have both and they are both amazing but for me the Maschine + has less of a learning curve than the MPC Live2. I have picked up on making sequences with the MPC Live 2 much quicker than I did with other MPC controllers. The MPC X was also a phenomenal controller that I wish I had not sold but due to loosing my job at the time I had no choice. But I use both MPC Live 2 and Maschine + and love them for different purposes!

[@OshaunWayve]

love your content bro, keep it up!

[@leogolive]

I finally ordered the MPC X. Full standalone from now on.

[@MiriAstro]

MPC XL. Just speaking it into existence 🙌🏽

[@babysunn2]

🤣🤣

[@henrikfisch]

"... which of the newer MPCs do I like the most? ... And the answer is: All off 'em!" LOL 😂You made my day. Best answer ever!

[@georgegeez8708]

Great video. I would love all 3. But I have my sights on the X and Live 2 for exactly what they were meant for. It will be a big jump for me, from an MPC2000 to today's MPC.

[@SlickDa3rd]

thanks Bolo for the honest review! thinking about getting a mpc key61!

[@BoloDaProducer]

When ya ready, click my link in description💪🏾

[@SONIUS]

thanks man 🙏🏻

[@kphunkkspiracybeatz]

Mpx but they all get the job done very well💯💯

[@southpau]

Got my Mpc X for $590 used about 5 years ago! Love it! Found a Mpc live 2 at a pawn shop and got that for $700. Love it.

[@babysunn2]

U WINNINN No Matter What. 👍🏽👍🏽😎😎

[@Mill-on-da-track]

Mpc live 2 for me.

[@BigAmp2012]

lol, Bolo yo ass is strong as hell, being able to present while holding up all that hardware.

[@BoloDaProducer]

💪🏾💪🏾

[@davelee1935]

Had a Mpc one just upgraded to the live 2 ! Those people that say just stick to the MPC one don't know what they are missing out on

[@auntjenifer7774]

If the mpcX had a smaller form and speakers built in I would have got that !

[@Audioanalisys]

I loved the 2500, I really liked the thickness of the sampling of the 4000. I tried the the key61 and liked it but brought it back because it was buggy. I see they improved . (Sometimes I regret bringing it back..no cap) maybe I’ll get it again in the future. But I’m thinking of getting the live II first.. we’ll see

[@706erRick]

That's crazy I was just thinking about which one of these I want... still undecided!!!

[@BoloDaProducer]

Choose wisely!

[@illanoiz1]

Get the X

[@DAM_CC]

Keys 37!!!

[@BigAmp2012]

Bolo was right about what is MPC coming out with next, but, I think I'm a begin my MPC journey with the MPC Live 2. Appreciate the comparison and reviews....

[@osarigalitros2449]

All the mpcs are good but honestly for a person that plays the keys and is a pianist the key61 is a animal and to me gives me everything I need without extra attachments

[@HammyHavoc]

If you play keys, I'm surprised you're content with 61 keys versus 88.

[@cactu5jack]

​@@HammyHavocyou can just slide up or down to grt to 88 keys

[@HammyHavoc]

@@cactu5jack Terrible workflow. Try convincing any pro that is a good workflow.

[@cactu5jack]

@@HammyHavoc ok so dont buy the damn thing

[@HammyHavoc]

@@cactu5jack Providing feedback in the hopes that a company makes a product you want to buy isn't a bad thing. You're the one engaging with me negatively seven months later. If you don't agree with me, maybe try not engaging with me. Nerd.

[@no1semach1ne]

Yea the mpc live 2 is great 👍🏻 it’s portable I can do what every other mpc can do , and that alone makes it very close. As the owner of all 3 I won’t even sit here and make you guys feel better about your selves . The X is the best on every level , the user experience alone makes it superior to any mpc on any level, yes the 16 q links and no menu diving make it that great.

[@audiobunny1767]

Great video! I sold my Live II and regretting it although have a Key 61 on the way. Will buy another Live II as I think having both is a good balance between the studio and portability.

[@redviagra]

I’ll say the X.. 8 outs for tracking, easy q links, and I’m not killing my eyes with the smaller screens.. Traveling making beats is a novelty in the internet age.. All those extra screens to find stuff in the 61 and live kills the production vibe. To many steps

[@KainThaBrain]

The MPC Live 2 is arguably the best MPC by far

[@THA-REAPER]

Nobody said Key61 😂. I can't choose between my X and live II. Live II does get more use...but I get busy busy on the X cuz all the dedicated buttons and knobs. My one, I don't really touch it...but it's there to be used in another space...I could still use it in a portable setup the live II is kind of big still. The Key61 idk I mean I already have a workstation keyboard and I'm not losing or missing out on anything just having the keyboard plugging into the MPC directly. Also I hate reaching over the key bed to hit the pads and I prefer a tilt screen or else I feel like I must stand up. I don't really like the ergonomics.

[@vergellim7361]

I Iove my my Live 2 as well. I returned my MPC one and settle for the live 2. Its easy to turn it on and off without worrying about the cables and battery. It's the real PORTABLE machine.

[@hadookin47]

The MPC Live 2 was perfect for me. I still can’t believe the internal battery and how good the speakers are, I play it anywhere in the house, upstairs or downstairs

[@THEREALTWISTEDINSANE]

Key61 ftw

[@dugnice]

Which MPC is the Best? The one the individual is most comfortable with.

[@babar141]

Bolo u sound like u know something about the next new MPC, common Man 😁

[@sCealt]

MPC One! Love the form factor. I'm flying tomorrow on low-cost and it fits in my backpack with portable speakers. Doesn't take too much space on my studio deck either. Love it so much :))

[@Bass_Levelz]

MPC Live 2 all day everyday. I like the extra tactile button functions on the other machines. But who needs them if you gotta wait to get back to the studio/or home to cook?

[@truelionofjudah4097]

mpc live 2 cause its my first mpc and i love it. :)

[@inthestudiowithdjfingaprin502]

I think it would be dope if you had 24 audio tracks on the MPCXL that coming out just a wish

[@davidscott2095]

You somethin' else, Bolo!

[@artmonie8993]

Hi Bolo, hope everything is doing great for you and your Family. I've got a question regarding the 2 White lights you have on your small black desk??

[@StatikVibesBeats]

⚡LIVE 2 😤⚡

[@gsmith11172]

The live 2 is what I want when I upgrade from the Studio 2

[@babysunn2]

This Thing Grew Up On Me Like A Baby... With All The New VST'S Available Now and Its Additional Plugins, 2 Going On 3 Years Old This July, I'll Probably Throw A Birthday Party For It. That's How Much I Love This Thing. You Will Not Be Disappointed.

[@auntjenifer7774]

I love my akai retro live 2 !. It's awesome !

[@djrek521]

MPC 3000 le is the best hands down because I have 2

[@giuseppesalvio2823]

Hi Bolo and grazie very much for your nice and useful videos. I have a question about Mpc products by Akai. Which of these machines can be used with interna sounds while using a midi file internally. I am using roland fa 07 but just as sequencer and not as keyboard and i would like to use mpc but with own sounds. And di you know if the quality of these sounds is as high as that of roland fa? Is it possible to load new patches that can be used by internal sequencer in a midi file play? Thanks a lot ciao

[@AYALI444]

question I hear all the old MPC users say the older ones sounds better, but yet they still always are using the new ones, why?

[@BoloDaProducer]

Better workflow

[@s.gharavi1614]

They don't sound "better", it's what they're used to

[@ChristopherJenkins73]

I Love the X, but to me, it feels like everything that is on the right side, should be on the left, everything on the left, should be on the right! 😅

[@chasetaylor474]

Bolo should I get a korg or just buy mpc plug ins

[@JCoop318]

I want a mpc now

[@DM43685]

Great video mate, I have the MPC X, and I just can't use the workflow, it is just too difficult compared to Roland MPC's that I have. Additionally there's no Kensington lock to keep it in place, and you can only record a max 3 minutes of Vocals lyrics which is just insane!!! unless an update has changed that, so I dumped this back in the box after a month, ready for the tip..

[@HammyHavoc]

What's a "Roland MPC"?

[@DM43685]

@@HammyHavoc Roland MPC’s such as MV-verselab , MC-101 and MC-707

[@smellymala3103]

I’m an XR user personally 😎

[@ktvbeatz5560]

I got an MPC One and MPC Touch. You really cannot lose with Akai Pro units. Will definitely have the MPC Live 2 in my hands eventually too.

[@youtubenatan]

Man, I got the Fantom 06 a couple of weeks ago, and I just don't know. The sounds are quality, but the workflow is lacking. I wanted to use it with the MPC One, which I can do, but I wanted it to be like the MPC One as a standalone workstation, but it is nothing like the MPC One, and the drum kits are just not up to par, so I'm twisted on what to do? Hey Bolo, I don't know if you will answer, but when you are on the Roland Fantom 06, and you know how you go to save the tones/sounds, because you want to save the sound effects of the tone, you have to put it in a user slot. Why in the hell would Roland do such a thing? Why not just have a write button, or when you press write and save a scene, it saves the whole pattern and sounds? But if you go to another pattern, and you want to use the same sound where you saved sound effects to it, and you overwrite it in a new pattern, it will not be saved the same way for the last pattern? It will overwrite the sound on all patterns. I just don't understand what they we're thinking with this at all. Ya know, what happens when the user slots are filled, and you go to save that patch? Then, it is going to overwrite the effects that you've applied on that sound patch. It makes no sense at all. Do you know if any updates have fixed this, or what they give you in the newer updates, because I haven't updated it yet, but I'm sure it won't fix this issue. I was just wondering what your feedback would be on this?...SBN RESONATE

[@BoloDaProducer]

No updates that I know of.. I sequence all of my Fantom beats with MPC. Once I’m done I simply save scene with same name as project I made it with in MPC. Much simpler that way.

[@single_cam9199]

How do you get the Mpc61 and the Mpc Renaissance to work together. The Renaissance is just a controller I don’t get what I can’t get it to work with the 61

[@NME_DCA]

Should I buy a akai mpc61 or get the s61 NI with komplete 14....or should I wait for NAMM for a new release? Just starting as a producer but I do know a thing or two with fl studio and all. Just iffy on what to get.

[@HammyHavoc]

I wouldn't buy anything NI in 2023, the support is piss poor, the software development is glacial, and they've got new owners, the LA office just closed, and they're fast on the way to becoming just a brand.

[@Pressuremakediamonds]

Can you do a tutorial how to bounce to the software

[@jpilot07]

We need a mpc 49 and also a expansion card were you can separate your sounds

[@th-wf3sz]

Hell naw, Bolo got triplets... (3 MPC's) 4sho!

[@R.G.777.]

I got 3 too, well 4 if you include the live 1 which I plan to sell with along with my MPK261. I feel like 3 is too much but I don't know if I should also get rid of the live 2 or the X🤦🏾‍♂️

[@NimbleX-MC]

The best MPC is the one you spend lots of time makes beats/music and the one the inspires you.

[@micahmggreen3464]

What about the MPC 5000? That machine is a beast. You should do a review on it.

[@BoloDaProducer]

Never got my hands on the unit yet

[@micahmggreen3464]

You got to.

[@HammyHavoc]

5000 was incredibly buggy.

[@CharlesBronsun]

When you have all 3 kids, you love them the same😂

[@BoloDaProducer]

True!!!

[@Qurd_B]

❤Live 2❤

[@rickywashington2594]

akai has changed the game!!!! everything you need they have on the beat machines!!!!

[@RyeRyeShnatBat]

Just got my key 61 and holy shit if it had a battery. I wouldn’t need to use daw ever again. I can just plug into a guitar amp and start looping instruments. Best way to make backing tracks.

[@DjFuNkysara]

Live 2 rocks

[@espelizarov]

The best mpc is ensoniq asr10)))

[@BoloDaProducer]

😂

[@jerrypizzini]

That mpc keys61 is all u need.

[@patbank05]

I was just wondering bolo the producer Is it possible to upgrade the memory on the X and the live 2 ?

[@HammyHavoc]

You can add storage if you mean "memory", but the RAM is part of a SoC, so no, you can't upgrade it like on older units.

[@AYALI444]

MPC One is the best

[@realtrevyblaze]

Love my one. Almost sent it back and grabbed a live 2 but I’m just gonna get an adapter for Bluetooth midi.

[@KROWNCHAKRA]

Mpc 2000xl still relavent in 2023?

[@BoloDaProducer]

Yessir!

[@badboy69cancer]

Metro had been videod using one lately.

[@SoundstarMusic]

YUP! still use mine everyday and made a video about it as well.

[@wav_zazitiz5600]

Any giveaways my guy!?

[@psychoutsounds]

Live 2 all day everyday I have the X as well and it just sits there like a huge paperweight.

[@ElpakoMUSIC]

live 2 is the best device ever!

[@VinylWave11]

If Akai would just make a version that is a blend of the MPC one and MPC live2 (with more ram and a faster processor) that would be a winner. I like the form of the MPC one (size, buttons, and layout). It is just missing the ability to add SSD internal memory. More menu diving and clicking just sucks.I love the MPC X, I just see no real down side to it. The layout of the MPC X is awesome. No SD card no deal for me, so i don't even care about an MPC with keys!

[@skoolhitdabutton]

Give me a MPC Touch anyday... I like messing with computers... and its cheap !

[@dahoodmozart6107]

Mpc X

[@kenzoblytheproducertv4934]

Mpc X.

[@MrAnselm77]

Can’t you please make a video on the 2500/1000 sound comparison 🫡🇨🇦🔥

[@BoloDaProducer]

When I had the 1000 and the 2500 I didn’t hear a difference

[@Mill-on-da-track]

Hey Bolo I noticed you didn't mention the Mpc Studio 2 here 🤣🤣( I know how you feel about that thing I'm just pulling your leg🤣)

[@BoloDaProducer]

😂…..

[@2kshortgod554]

Mpc one simply for the price n u can do the exact same as all the rest

[@BoloDaProducer]

True… I would have did a video with it. But I don’t own one

[@TamirOrkobysPiano]

With the mpc61 you are getting 500$ vst's

[@Exrotr]

If i had the money, i would buy all...

[@dianevrules]

The best MPC out of the current ones is the MPC One. It does every one of the basic functions that the X/Live/Live II do. But it currently costs less than $700 new. Plus its the best of both worlds. More portable than the Live/Live II will ever be and it has a lot of buttons like an MPC should.

[@boutstaxx]

it doesnt have wifi or bluetooth which is useful if u wanna connect a ipad to it and use ios music apps no ssd drive bay no built in battery or speakers and smaller pads but it does have more buttons than a live 2 and it is still a very capable device but does lack in some areas

[@TheJFrost1117]

I want the X but I want my 2500 back more.

[@BeeLineInternational]

The X gonna give it em

[@sp12adam]

4000

[@tomb6576]

The one you can afford :P

[@BoloDaProducer]

True!!!

[@justmeblac7273]

The X is my baby, Live2 is dope but too small for me. Haven't used the Keys yet but I will get one used when I see a good price. I'm waiting on the Keys 2

[@DonBrowsing]

They are all the same but with different connectivity, memory and sizes.

[@DETERMINOLOGY]

Def, not the same. If they the same then the live would have "ALL" the buttons mpc one or + has which isnt true Someone under a rock

[@DonBrowsing]

​@@DETERMINOLOGY I owe them. Advantages are in workflow. I prefer mpc one than a live because of button shortcuts. However, there's better performance and other extras the others come with. But the best of all worlds for me in compact for is the ONe

[@madeithappen8158]

The X

[@briann5001]

Having 3 Mpcs is Redundant, kind of like having 3 different Rolls Royce’s… it’s cool but not very utilitarian and necessary.

[@illanoiz1]

I have all three and in theory that sounds true but I have learned differently from each unit especially the live and live ll. When I first got the X it was a bit daunting (and I’ve been an Mpc user since the 60). After flipping on the live, I really love my X.

[@briann5001]

Never said you can’t learn or have fun, you can learn and have fun from 3 different mpcs, 3 different macs, 3 different romplers, and 3 different lambos but there is also a Sense of redundancy to many of the things mentioned on this list. It goes with out saying if you love all 3 of your things, by all means have a blast, but to a little kid or even a big kid new to the game, that kid should know he doesn’t need 3 mpcs or 5 macs or 7 range rovers if he can’t afford the cost of entry. My comment was only for those who fit the shoe and can’t afford 3 mpcs. Respect

[@boutstaxx]

depends on how u look at it and if u got the cash and its your thing they all have different uses its like having a desktop a laptop and a Ipad/tablet you probably can make due with just one of those devices

[@briann5001]

@@boutstaxx Agreed

[@badboy69cancer]

X

[@othelo989]

10:11 BRUH .... Dem InMusic Perks too good... Dont Play...... I SAW DAT!

[@jloiben12]

The Keys are such a missed opportunity. It could have been a generational improvement. It ended up being a marginally better product than what is currently on the market