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Man. The speakers are making me lean twoard the live 2. That is an awesome addition. Using the live 2 without headphones anywhere in public just sounds spiritual

@bliss3174

2 жыл бұрын

Live 2 user here, just get a Bluetooth for Mpc one- the speakers aren’t work 6-700$ difference

@angelproduction00

2 жыл бұрын

@@bliss3174 that's a great point and money saver!!!

@MalikJahrome

2 жыл бұрын

Lmao sounds great for everyone who want to produce music in your town bro. That shit will get you jumped immediately bruh

Best MPC comparison I found on YT ! 👍

this was really, REALLY helpful. thanks so much!!

Great video! Love your channel!!

@TeftyMeems

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Ave! Love your channel too bro!

Thanks for the review Champ 👍🏾 I have the MPC X and I was torn between purchasing the Live 2 or the MPC One for mobility and my Dj set up. As a result of your review, I’m going to go with the MPC Live MkII.

Best justification of GAS I’ve heard lol Good video man enjoying your channel

@TeftyMeems

3 жыл бұрын

Haha thank you!!

Zoom H2n works pretty well as a combined mic with preamp. For a mono cardioid use Mid-Side mode with the ratio set to 100% mid or RAW mode. Line out to the MPC. Not a U87 but very usable. The H2n accessory kit includes a "handle" which will fit a stick-mic suspension mount.

When you are in your menu screen, hold the menu button and tap the pad that corresponds to the function you want i.e. Main or Menu button + pad [13, 14, 4] directs you to [sample edit, program edit, pad color]). See if it works for you :)

@TeftyMeems

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip!

@asavagehandproductions186

3 жыл бұрын

All of this just to pay an extra 800 bucks 👌...

@beeisbad

2 жыл бұрын

@@asavagehandproductions186 Lol!!! good point!

MPC one also operates from external battery, so it is mobile with headphones.

@psynautic

2 жыл бұрын

out of curiosity what battery have you used?

@MasterIvo

2 жыл бұрын

@@psynautic build one myself, using 4 Li-ion in series.

@psynautic

2 жыл бұрын

@@MasterIvo isn't that undervolting?

@MasterIvo

2 жыл бұрын

@@psynautic yes, slightly, but it has been reported to even work fine with 8,4V

@yodab.at1746

2 жыл бұрын

I'm gonna use a buck/boost converter and power my MPC one from my ebike. I like the privacy of headphones, but can still plug in a boom speaker if I want... Love my MPC one, best bit of kit I've bought in years.

Great info! Thank u!

You have a good channel. And you are totally right on the pre amp for connecting a mic. I use the X, but that is not a mobile device. A work around is a usb mic or a little interface that is class compliant. At home I use a Neumann TLM103. But for on the move projects a use a cheap Samson Meteor USB 🎙 . And the results are surprisingly good. Keep on the good work. 💪🏼

Ive had the Live 2 for about a month now and absolutely love it. The one thing I hear in every video is about tis weight and chunkiness. I personally think for what it is (an absolute workhorse) that it isn't too heavy really. I quite enjoy walking around the house holding it as im finger drumming , going to the couch going to the back yard. I was kind of anticipating it to be alot heavier by everyones explanation , I haven't tried to actually take it anywhere yet. But as far as around the house thumbs up from me.

@hdslave

2 жыл бұрын

I had the same feeling. Everyone said 7-8 pounds and heavy. Seems pretty reasonable and portable in real life with it

@apislapis

2 жыл бұрын

I think you're spot on. If you added the extra bits of kit that would be needed for the MPC One to offer the same facilities as the Live 2 it may end up heavier, plus it would be rather cumbersome to carry and defeat being mobile. Every piece of kit is a compromise and if you made it lighter would that not impact on it's quality, durability and use for gigging? 8lbs doesn't seem too heavy to me and clearly it ain't a problem for you taking it with you round your house. May you continue to enjoy your Live 2.

@no1semach1ne

2 жыл бұрын

@@apislapis absolutely , it’s almost reassuring that it’s a little chunky! It’s a serious machine!

Hold menu and hit the corresponding pad from your menu page. This is the short cut. So to get to program edit hold menu then hit pad 14. So the sampler would be hold menu then hit pad 9. etc.

Literally just pressed the "confirm payment" button on a Live 2 Retro after having watched this video (and like 20 others) about 10 times. It was a VERY challenging decision but I just wanted that fucking built in battery for beats in bed. Quite a price jump for a battery but it's the difference of feeling fresh air and inspired while sitting in a sun patch somewhere or being in the synth cave at a desk. To be fair, it's a lovely room, but the desk is too close to making it feel like work sometimes. I imagine that black rubberized coating is a nightmare to keep clean and potentially disgusting and sticky after a few years which is why I went with the Retro. This is my first box outside of the Elektron world so I'm feeling pretty intimidated. I have a an A4, OT, DT and DN, and I really get along with the workflow but Elektron has a sound that I'm just not in love with. It works... I make it work, but I'm trying to get something a bit different and I think branching out could help. Fingers crossed. Thanks for the great videos and in particular this review, it was very helpful.

Thanks a ton for this well made and thought out video! I was really on the fence between the two and you really helped me make an informed buy!

@TeftyMeems

3 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome! Glad it could help in some way 🙌

@barryallen8088

3 жыл бұрын

Which one did you get?

that mpcone is modeled after some of the older mpg units. thats why it has the plastic styled buttons like you said sometimes not a bad thing i have mic live limited gold edition. I'm leaning toward that 2 though i love the speaker addition and you discussion here helped tons

Great vid! If you add an AIR channel strip and an AIR compressor to the effects chain of your input, you've made yourself a preamp! Works great with a SM58!

@TeftyMeems

3 жыл бұрын

I gotta test this out 🤔 I feel like the noise floor is gonna get pretty high

That beat in the background kept my soul alive 🤣👍

If you change your mind on the Live II: the One now has a cable from MyVolts that works with appropriate USB power bricks. I charge mine off a larger Anker and it's perfect for portability. It just takes another minute to connect 2 cables.

@scifctn

3 жыл бұрын

can you post a link to the cable and brick you use please?

@hillie47

3 жыл бұрын

@@scifctn Here's the cable: www.amazon.com/myVolts-Ripcord-Power-Compatible-Controller/dp/B08PDCQL5T

Hey Tefty, thanks for making the comparison video, I hope you get a lot from your new MPC Live 2. I don’t know why the synth community get dismissive about electronic gear and speakers. If gear has inbuilt speakers it says portable to me, not amateur. They’re never going to replace studio monitors, they’re there to give you a guide or feel of how your production is progressing. The OP-1, Volcas, Casiotones like the new CT-S1000V and Pocket Operators have speakers and they’re all portable to facilitate making music wherever you go. I can see the rationale behind the MPC Live 2 which is ideal for gigging. As I don’t gig, investing in an MPC One, its price, facilities, small footprint and the possibility of adding a Tascam Model 12 (as per your excellent demo) in my home studio are a very appealing alternative to relying on my Cubase. Thanks again.

Learn the short cuts on live... Hold shift and press the pads to get to any of the menu...the pads take you straight to the looper, mutes etc...I like live because if you play on a club you can see what buttons are😉

awesome review, the price point makes me want to get the mpc one to step out of the dark ages i'm living in with my mpc1000. also, 14:04 - I see you Guardian. ;)

Do you know that on the live/live2 you can use the pads as shortcut with the menu button? Every pad match the menu "square" on the menu grid if you look at it; so you can get to program edit or any other item on the main menu with the menu + pad

Nice Keep Pushing!!!!!

Great comparison video! Out of curiosity, given that you have accumulated more experience working with the MPC, are you still utilizing/incorporating the Digitakt with it (in reference to your Digitakt/MPC1 video)? Also, do you feel it (the Digitakt) is still a relevant companion, now that you have a more mobile option with the Live 2?

@TeftyMeems

3 жыл бұрын

Yup, still use the Digitakt. The way I approach things is modular in nature, so I’ll grab a few pieces of gear and make some music with them. Changing things up sparks new creativity. So when I go to or away from the Digitakt, I’ve got fresh inspiration. That being said, as a DAW’less hub, the Live 2 is nearly perfect.

Thanks for your VId's ,the Mpc one I will be getting, Hey! its a vid on youtube that a guy bought a portable camcorder battery pack and it worked, and last for 7 to 8 hours, so that would make the MPC one portable also. Peace!

@LeekowalskiWalker

3 жыл бұрын

Be sure to get a battery with the right levels. The one in that video could damage the mpc over time.

great vid!

The live has short cuts on pads, press menu and hit the pad that corrisponds to where the icon would be...so program edit is top left one in😉

Great video

Hey Tefty, Great video and thanks for helping me decide which mpc to buy. Also, I would like to know what music keyboard/synthesizer, with all of the red leds that is on the top shelf, behind you?

@TeftyMeems

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Jeff, that’s a Pro3 from Sequential 👍

Man you are bang on with the SHIFT button. Its definitely in an awkward place on the MPC ONE. Just like you I think it should have been placed where the NOTE REPEAT button is currently located and I mistakenly keep pressing the NOTE REPEAT button for SHIFT. Wow I though I was the only one who felt this way.

MPC Lives are showing up on the second hand market now. Buy used and you can spend only a bit more than a new MPC One. I think its worth it.

For me it's the exact opposite. I first bought an original MPC Live and I didn't really gel with it. At first I tought it was my fault that the pad sometimes are not very responsive, but as I watched others on KZread using the MPC Live 1, it occurred to me it might not be. A week ago I bought an MPC One and man, this is a night and day difference. Pads are much more responsive and also the touch screen works much better compared to the Live 1. And to be honest, I like the formfactor more of the MPC One but that's just a personal preference.

I am waiting for the MPC LIVE 3. Akai! make sure you include the pre amplifier and more dedicated buttons on the MPC LIVE 3

@Marco-ek8wu

2 жыл бұрын

Same. Just sold my one and keeping my pennies for the next hardware release. They are almost there with this range but i still have to move to my pc to get anything finished or flesh out a track. So I decided to ditch the one while the prices are decent. Live 3 with more dedicated buttons or a battery powered MPC One v2 with mic input and the arranger would be what brings me back to Akai.

I got the Live 2 Retro. The SSD was the major selling point for me. I like the MPC One....but now that I have the Live 2....Im good.

Looking to get the Live 2. Mostly for portability. Use an X in the studio. Also tried the Akai Force, real cool sequencer but given the recent update and new plugins. The live would make a more complete production machine.

Love the relaxed background ambient music! Where can I buy it? :)

@TeftyMeems

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! It’s our own tracks. Some of them might be on our Bandcamp, but not the instrumentals. We don’t have those for sale anywhere currently.

I was really considering this but ended up getting the Akai force instead. That new arranger update sold me on it

@va941

3 жыл бұрын

Yes...what if the arranger finds its way to the MPC's?

For me, the MPC Studio is probably the best mobile option. I have my laptop with me anyway (and currently use it with an MPD226).

@TheStellarmanCo.

2 жыл бұрын

Was thinking the same, I have the silver and Black edition

Program Edit is the only button I really miss on the MPC Live 2. I wish the firmware would allow you to reassign useless buttons like Plus and Minus for that. Other than that I would argue that the Live 2 has as good of a or even a better workflow vs the MPC One because of the more practical placement of the touchscreen and q-link wheels.

@hdslave

2 жыл бұрын

The pads work as shortcuts if you hold the menu button

@Drrolfski

2 жыл бұрын

@@hdslave Yes, but Program Edit really deserves its own dedicated button.

Important difference is if you use Ableton link, live links via wifi

Just bought an MPC One and a battery with the right voltage to attach to it so I can take it anywhere, if I connect my bluetooth box via aux I basically have the same portability as the live 2

@rl33t74

3 жыл бұрын

& via powered usb hub which can go in the powerbank as well I could expand to more usb devices

@jakejesuss

2 жыл бұрын

Which one did you purchase, I’ve been on the hunt for a power solution

For live use (I would use Akai to control a microphone and a Roland JDXI) are these better than Force, in your opinion? I hear bout 4/4 limit with the Force...

I have an X and the live 2 the way I use them is the X and the Software Stay hand in hand and the live 2 goes anywhere same workflow same work if I do something massive on the live I can finish it up on the X instantly and If I’m heavy in the X and have to leave but still want to continue I can either sample my plug-in tracks or turn them into audio tracks or quick make a keygroup of said plugin (you know third party plugins and such that aren’t in is the MPC) and keep on moving.

@TeftyMeems

3 жыл бұрын

Love this workflow 🙌

Good video bro

Hi Tefty, I used to own the MPC Touch & for weeks I had nothing but trouble trying to get the screen to turn on when connected to my windows 10 laptop, eventually after alot of hair pulling, sheer frustration, I eventually got the damn thing working as it should, I sold it on eBay and now am seriously considering the new MPC Live 2, thank you for sharing this informative and useful post for the Akai MPC community.🤗🇬🇧

Just got the retro, my first mpc ever. Wanted the 2000xl as a kid so bad. The built in speakers sound decent too.

Hey, I have a USB mic with its own interface built in, would this work on the Live 2?

Cheers for the video 🎉Old mpc user here , just ordered a new gen mpc. Anyone know why they're lefthanded these days ? 🍻

Are the transpose buttons play record stop etc on the MPC One the same quality as the Akai MPD series pad controllers? They were always very stiff to me. Thank you

I'm getting the MPC One

I own a MPC One - and i must say im actually interested in getting another sampler for portability as well - but im looking at getting a SP404 MK2 instead, that way i get a portable device that I also can hook up too the MPC One for some FX performance, that said, i really like the Live2

Mpc one is incredible just need to learn it more

do the mp1 have the same amount of sounds as the x or 1?

Very interesting comparison! (Mpc One Owner)

Does the MPC Live II and MPC One handle USB the same way for Audio and Midi over USB?

The 2.10 update for the mpc one Live and X changed all that, its 10 times better now. All do just about the same. The live 2 is cool I started to get that one but the battery in the live 2 is what I had a problem with. Battery life dies out after a while. I don't want to be in the middle of doing an important project while mobile with it not being plugged in and the battery goes out and not to mention going through the hussle of getting the battery replaced.

good video...Now which one would you recommend for live DJ work?I mean turntables,CDJ,live percussion,analog synth,efx processor, at one time..MPC One?Live 2?MPC X?

@TeftyMeems

2 жыл бұрын

Probably the One to keep the size down. But the Live 2 is basically the same functionality.

As a splice user I feel like the WiFi on the live II is a key differentiator, maybe even moreso than the speakers or battery. Really tough decision though and I'm still not sure.

@paddy_wax

2 жыл бұрын

UPDATE: I CAN CONFIRM THE MPC LIVE II IS F-ING AMAZING

I have owned many Akai mpc in the past the 2000 the 2000 clip and the 500 and the 2500 but not I can’t make my mind up to get this mpc one or the retro live 2 I think you can record mp3 files also the mpc one comes in gold. Looks great

I could fit this in my RUCKSACK!

Hey Tefty you can press menu and pad for no menu diving. All menu have shortcut on pads, btw yours chanel is fantastic.

@beeisbad

2 жыл бұрын

True. but chances are, if you're making beats almost anywhere in public...you will more than likely need to wear headphones.... or risk being a noisy nuisance to other people! Lol

Where do I grab the beat in the background ? Dope track

It’s not really a shortcut but menu and pad 14 will take you to program edit

holding menu and hitting corresponding pad on screen menu should provide that quick access

The battery of Litium has some obsolescence embedded on it in the long haul the battery crashes down and then it'll turn out to be a kaput

Can MPC One support multiple midi ports via USB MIDI HUB 4 Ports 64x Channels sequencer?

i got the mashine mk3 , because i couldnt afford the + version , happy i didnt cause the plus is so bad as a just standalone device , i just recently got my self a live 2 and love it , still use my mk3 in the studio , but i keep my live everywhere with me throughout the streets and my house

Mpc live 2 is awesome

Is it possible to map a midi controller on a Akai MPC Live without a computer?

Great comparison video. I have the MPC One and its become an essential part of the studio. When I want something mobile I use a mini-iPad and Koala. Cheers!

I've got the One, and I love it, but the extra outputs on the Live seem like such a huge improvement that I consider upgrading periodically.

@TeftyMeems

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah if you multitrack a lot, it’s a big selling feature.

@robertgarvansnyder4665

3 жыл бұрын

You still feel that way after 2.10?

@bliss3174

2 жыл бұрын

Psst it’s not

@richardsmithson4453

2 жыл бұрын

Wouldn't more inputs be more useful? What is the advantage of more outputs? Genuine question 😃👍

@moldy_pirate5284

2 жыл бұрын

@@richardsmithson4453 I use a hybrid setup, and I don't use the MPC's internal FX much, preferring the ones in Ableton or my pedals (especially reverb/ delay and modulation - I do like the MPC's distortion and bitcrushing). It would be amazing to have my kick, snare, hats and other drums all on separate channels, as I loathe doing multiple takes just to isolate individual sounds.

I like the layout of the MPC one better, feels like an older MPC. also I got a battery from amazon and use the MPC one mobil!

My biggest problem with the Live 2 is the double triggering of the pads. No matter how I would adjust the sensitivity settings, I would get random double triggers. This seems to be a generational problem with the MPC's.

@lowkeyoutlawbeats9559

2 жыл бұрын

My X does the same thing and did since new. I feel ya.

@repoman5581

Жыл бұрын

did you get it fixed somehow.... it happens on the maschine when the full velocity is on..but goes away with out it on...

Just a comment for the algorithm 😉I really like your “just talking about stuff” videos. I am considering buying one of them but still cannot choose 🙈I think I am still fine with ableton and the push2 ... but you know ... gas 🙄

@bryantwalley

3 жыл бұрын

If you are good with Ableton and the Push2 you may want to check out the Akai Live. You can get it used for the price of the One. It is much more portable than the Live 2 as it ditches the speakers and CV outs. I reviewed the specs of all 3 devices and watched reviews on line for about a month. I have had my Live for a few months now and would still make the same choice if I had to do it again today.

@phizzard5549

3 жыл бұрын

@@bryantwalley thanks, I will check it out! The portability would be definitely the main decision for it. I first thought about buying the one with an external camera battery but then you have cable chaos again and I would be at the same situation with the push and my laptop. To many things for one purpose

@bryantwalley

3 жыл бұрын

@@phizzard5549 Just some more info on that. I actually have the Force also and a battery, but using it mobile is a pain. Since buying the Live, it has become my go to device. The portability is unmatched. When you are on the go, you are not using CV. You are also going to be using headphones. You cant ride in a car or travel and use speakers. You cant sit in an airport and use speakers. You cant lay in the bed and use speakers. Speakers disturb other people and limit your time or just add extra size and weight.

@no1semach1ne

3 жыл бұрын

While MPCs are very legendary ( I own a live 2 but also have daws and other samplers) I feel like you are comfortable with your current set up you can absolutely achieve the same results. Im not trying to talk you out of a MPC, but maybe more to try it just as expanding as a producer.. I not think it will make your actual beats any better!

I was surprised how good the Live speakers sound.

Other than the size of the pads, do you find any difference in the sensitivity or "up down" characteristics of the pads on the One vs. the Live?

@TeftyMeems

2 жыл бұрын

Honestly, they are pretty much the same aside from the One having smaller pads

can i connect it to Cubase on my computer

MPC one all the way for me.

Used to own two mpc 2000xls I got off ebay for $399 and $450, so mad I sold them. But picked up the MPC One and I love it. Still hurts I got rid of those

@zt-handle

3 жыл бұрын

Bro I sold my 3000 for like 1100, hope you feel better stay blessed

MPC manufacture “Now there are two of them!”

Hello. But Mpc Live has many many storage of sample of cool genres (16gb?)

One question, how old is your beard in this video?

Would be interesting to see them re-compared after the 2.10 update. Live USB mixing on the one makes it closer imho.

@TheTerracide

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah expanding the outputs with an external soundcard on the One is a great feature

Hello from Tallinn 🤚Could you advice the battery to mpc one!

@hillie47

3 жыл бұрын

There's a cable by myvolts that allows one to connect to a USB battery pack: www.amazon.com/myVolts-Ripcord-Power-Compatible-Controller/dp/B08PDCQL5T

I sold the mpc one think it has better layout then live but akai idk I liked air flavor pro but they really been messing up updates for me lately. and I’m not feeling the direction the company is going personally, I bought a iPad Pro going to see what I can do on iOS mobile setup. the mpc still real chunky I think Mobile will be the future

Hey if you dont like the speakers you could put grip tape on it and make it a great palm rest since you can turn it off

I love the ONE but does anyone else really hate the tap tempo button on it?? It like clicks weird and doesn't register well....I wish you could just play a tempo on the pads instead....

now that more time has gone by which one do you find yourself using more?

@TeftyMeems

2 жыл бұрын

Honestly, still use both of them. The Live 2 is usually the "mobile" rig even though the One is smaller and lighter.

3:00 I see the Link To the Past manual on the table. One of my favorite SNES games ever.

@ryanreedtv3242

3 жыл бұрын

Thinking about sampling some sounds off that game. ✌

@TeftyMeems

3 жыл бұрын

All time fav 🙌

@littrandemakerjovy3770

3 жыл бұрын

I see you on every mpc video. What Mpc do you use Diane and do you still think 2000 is the best?

Using the pads to select what you see on the screen is a big time saver. With the new options to set favorites it will be just as fast as an mpc one,almost. Been a maschine guy since it came out, but akai does a whole lot more updates,and the cpu is alot better compared to the atom in my maschine plus. If i like the update,i will probably s3ll my moc one and get a live 2 for mobility,sell the plus and just get an mk3,wich i will use with my new asus rog x13 in tablet mode wich will make it more portable than the plus (and the 12th gen i7 12700k has 28000 cpu benchmark,better than a 10 core macbook pro wich hits 25000,great battery life and portable as a 13.3 inch hybrid laptop/tablet and that way i will be able to use all my komplete instruments,instead of the few you get now and after a year still nothing extra. Ni missed the ball with the plus imo.

I'm still torn! I like the idea of being able to jam with an acoustic guitar to your beats, but a simple portable speaker with the MPC ONE would do the same thing for half the price. I don't think I'd get enough couch use or need to use it in the great outdoors, so maybe the MPC ONE is a better fit for me after all. I really do like the look of the LIVE II pads over the MPC ONE though!

@TeftyMeems

3 жыл бұрын

Live 2 is great! But if I didn’t need the extra features, the One is FANTASTIC!

@GarlitoMc

3 жыл бұрын

@@TeftyMeems Thank again!

Can you use the MPC One with a Battery Pack?

@TeftyMeems

3 жыл бұрын

I personally haven’t, but it seems people have been successful with a battery pack that lasts for hours 👍

AKAI FORCE WHAT ELSE ! ! ! !

In MPC LIVE II Can you send a sound to multiple outputs at the same time? Thank you!

@AnyLastWords_

3 жыл бұрын

Good question. I am commenting to follow this thread cuz I'm curious now too

@TeftyMeems

3 жыл бұрын

I think you'd have to approach it like an effects send and then route that 'send' to an additional output. I haven't tried it before, though!

@p.c513

3 жыл бұрын

@@TeftyMeems Cool, Thank You!

Which one is better for sampling, the Live 2 or the MPC ONE?

@TeftyMeems

2 жыл бұрын

Both are basically the same at sampling 👍

I'm still can't decide which one to get. Love all the features on the Live 2,but the cost of the One will make it easier to get more gear 😄. But seriously, it is a damn hard decision. I am only leaning to the One just because of the cost.

@Marco-ek8wu

2 жыл бұрын

Let me say, I own the One and a Hydrasynth explorer for the same money as the live 2. That’s a nice setup.

You should have got the Deluge instead. You get the mobility and less duplicated features.

so basically Mpc one and Live 2 are the same ??