Thanks for watching! Since I got lots of comments about it I just wanted to clarify that in my alternative setup, I meant using the MPC ONE with a portable speaker hooked up via a 3.5mm jack (which in the example I refer to as a “bluetooth speaker”, sorry for the mixup) UPDATE: myvolts confirmed there is a 19V ripcord in the works!

@hk6838

3 жыл бұрын

I was looking for this comment and confirmation on the Bluetooth speakers connecting to the mpc one! Because JBL flip5 (given as an example on your vid) does not have an aux input!

@LFiers

3 жыл бұрын

@@hk6838 So the MPC One doesn't have bluetooth?

@digitalkmultimedia

3 жыл бұрын

@@LFiers no it doesn't

@LFiers

3 жыл бұрын

@@digitalkmultimedia Thanks. I bought an MPC Live 2 instead.

@Michael-kn6tl

2 жыл бұрын

I use myvolts for sp 404 works great . I decided to get a xt power 200000qc3 power bank that has 19v for mpc one. And the jbl flip 4.

I recently purchased the MPC Live 2 and its by far the best machine I have ever owned (Ensoniq ASR-X, MPC 2000XL, Maschine mk3). I wish the battery would last longer. At first, I thought the built it speaker was more for show, but its pretty useful and surprisingly accurate. I do have kids I set up in the kitchen while they play (30-45minute sessions) and after a month of use I'm reaching a full album pretty soon. I definitely recommend the Live 2.

I make trax on my mpc live every morning before work..and I also have a wife and kids. This is what I always dreamed of....making beats anywhere anytime. It's portable enough for me actually....but it's good to hear other people's perspective on it. By the way...ive made more trax and my best trax on the Live .....and I've been producing for over 30 years....the touch screen is what makes it great in my opinion👍

@MidlifeSynthesist

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Perry! That’s really cool! I have lots of friends who swear by the touch screen, maybe I’m just old fashioned🤣 Do you have a spotify or bandcamp link? Would love to hear your music bro, peace!

@meilstone

Жыл бұрын

Agree, and if you want more keys and knobs, just hook up an MPK mini and/or a Midimix to it. This box is magic!

Just picked up a Live II last weekend as an impulse buy when I was visiting Seattle. Used it the whole flight back to NYC and had a blast. Got a few looks from the flight attendant but nothing crazy. At home I use it on the couch next to my wife while she watches Netflix. She’d rather that than me hide in the studio all day and night. I’d say the battery is as essential feature. Regarding the speaker, maybe less essential but I think it’ll be fun to bust out in social situations. Friends jamming with a guitar? Now they just got a full rhythm section :)

I've been making music for, damn, ~30 years now, and, without a doubt, the MPC Live is the most sophisticated and amazing piece of gear I've ever owned and used. I just wish I could master it faster! It could basically replaced every single piece of gear I own. Such an amazing thing.

I have a boat as my man cave and the MPC Live + an OP-1 are perfect for off grid jamming. If the 'real' world gets too much I head to the boat, moor up in some isolated creek plug in my Mini Rig speakers and bust a groove without annoying anyone. Awesome channel by the way from another midlife synthesist

@MidlifeSynthesist

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much bro! That’s a powerful combo you got there! Would love rockin out on a boat ! Cheers!

@tronlady1

2 жыл бұрын

You lucky bastard!!!

@otobotrecords

2 жыл бұрын

That's awesome. Would love to jam out on a boat.

I like your videos !! You give honest perspectives and you know what you are talking about !!

nice delivery,.I made it through the end. Thanks for the tips and for sharing your experience. ❤🎉

I really appreciated this video especially as a father and husband and part time musician. You have some really good things to consider. I have the MPC X and it’s amazing. However, after a year or two, I have a few people I can make music with, and taking the X around is possible but very difficult. I decided to buy the MPC Live II RETRO because of the speaker and portability as I go around and jam with other people.

This is EXACTLY what I was wondering!!! Thanks for the video.

Good point about the difference between portable and transportable. Thanks for the analysis of the portability fantasy. Food for thought.

You kept me smiling the whole time explaining different aspect of portable systems it's a great video keep up the good work

@MidlifeSynthesist

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you my friend! Makes me happy to know you enjoyed it🙌🏻

Mpc live at the park playing through the car speakers is insane. 30 years after .5 sec samplers.... Lol I love it!!

This is the first time I have heard a honest review regarding the realistic use of a piece of gear.

I've been at my wit's end trying to decide between a Deluge and an MPC. For days I've been sucking up information, exhausted with videos, unable to find an opinion that has swayed me one way or the other. This video finally convinced me. Thank you!

I have an sp 404a, I do now and again use it on the go or in bed but very rarely, my 2 year old niece helps me make beats on it all the time though she loves the lights and buttons

So many good points!! I love that you're talking practically and not just being a yes man!

@MidlifeSynthesist

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks bro! Happy you enjoyed it👍🏼👍🏼

I’m glad to see you have a Rev2. I’ve been using mine since 2016. My MPC One hasn’t really got any use yet, but I’m starting to figure it out.

Man! This was so practical and relatable! Thanks!!

This is exactly the kind of stuff that Ive been wondering as I try and decide between the One, LiveII, or maybe even the X... really great video - subbed!

@paddy_wax

2 жыл бұрын

Spot on with the plane/couch fantasies haha! We all romanticise these moment with anything portable but when it comes to it we listen to Spotify and enjoy nuts and beer.

I appreciate you keeping it real. I dig your style.

@MidlifeSynthesist

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much my friend! Thanks for watching👍🏼

Thanks alot, man! You just answered all my doubts :)

This is a great video, I have the X currently but was actually looking at purchasing the Live 2 for portability (for use in garden or on the sofa when my other half is watching a show I dont watch), but the point you made about muscle memory has made me rethink.

@MidlifeSynthesist

3 жыл бұрын

Hi bro! Maybe if you already have the X, it would be worth it to check out something with a different vibe to it for portability? I’m looking into the Deluge these days, I’ll let you know how that works out! Thank you very much for watching!

@insektgod

2 жыл бұрын

As an MPC and Deluge user I can say the MPC initially put me off as being very artificially compartmentalized in it's user interface, but I trudged through that, and I now realize MPC is super awesome. The Deluge (Like the OP-1) is very much it's own thing... as a sequencer/arranger it's pretty much the best machine ever made on earth. The Deluge factory synth presets do seem kind of meh... until you realize that they are more like starting points for developing your own sounds (really helps to get nerdy with the mod matrix.) The Deluge is very much geared toward the "muscle memory" and "by ear" user... it has all the basics covered and will stretch towards all the esoteric stuff. If the Deluge had a few velocity/pressure pads and more built in Scales and Modes it would trounce the MPC except amongst the most hardened MPC fans. I like the Deluge because after a long time using it with my glasses on and the manual out... one day I realized I was playing it without my glasses on... this was the place I wanted to get to. I can't say that everybody can or will get to that point with the Deluge, if you do though it is completely worth it. I don't know yet if the MPC will ever have that same place the Deluge has, but it does have some great features and FX. The MPC Live basically just sounds great... and has some nice flow after you get going with it, post awkward first attempts. The built in speaker on the Deluge is kind of cute, but don't imagine/pretend that it is giving you the full mix, my recommendation for couch composers is that you wear headphones or get a better than decent portable stereo boombox/speaker with a line in (if you need to make a show of it.) A good set of In-Ear monitors that have bass response will work as well... or the 3.5mm Aux input on your car stereo. Built in speakers always seem kind of nice and socially convenient, but also come off as disappointing when compared with even the most basic set of studio monitors.

im one of the oldschoolers. I had an MPC 1000, 4000... Portable or not, the Live2 has all the features and more than what im used in an mpc. It is still compact. Understand something...it is not a midi contoler, it's a complete workstation....if you find so many negative things about it then stick with the controler, no problem there. MPC always offered a different experience in the making of a beat. The work flow cannot be compared. At the end, it's all about making music, having fun, it's all about love.

@MidlifeSynthesist

3 жыл бұрын

Hi bro, first of all thanks for watching, but I think you misunderstood the point of my video, or rather, who it is meant for. I say that because I absolutely agree with everything you said in your comment lol😅 I made this video not to hate on MPC, I love it and have the X myself. I made it as a reality check for people like me who sometimes buy things for the wrong reasons or convince themselves that they will use them in made up fantasy situations, like the examples in the vid. Anyway, thanks for your perspective, which I largely share. Keep making those beats, and loving the art of music✌🏻

@georgemapp2855

Ай бұрын

I have the X I got the Live for portable reasons I thought it was the II but with Head Phones I’m Happy

Thanks for making this video! I like your sense of humor.

@MidlifeSynthesist

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed it, hope to see you around these parts again! Have an awesome day👍🏼

I needed to hear this. After a ton of research and watch time, I opted for the Maschine MK3 as I still like working with a computer. Then I watched (I really need to cut back on watch time) reviews on MPC Live I, II and One and started to get FOMO that I had made a mistake getting the Maschine. I have other options for portability (MC101, iPad and some small midi keyboards for example) if I want to get one with nature. Then again, living in Vegas... This is not the first time one of your videos has helped me. Watch time on your channel is ok!

@MidlifeSynthesist

2 жыл бұрын

Lol! I truly appreciate it and will strive to make every minute of watchtime here absolutely worth it! FOMO is as real and powerful as GAS and I’ve fallen victim to it many times! Just remember there will ALWAYS be a new shiny music box that will promise you limitless creativity and features, but as someone who has explored waaay to many such boxes, usually there is nothing better than what you already love and master. And don’t worry, if any of these boxes are the real deal, I’ll be here to tell you😜 see you soon!

Lifted noise sent me here. Great video! I agree 100%. Coming from the live,i just purchased the one and i love the workflow so far.

@MidlifeSynthesist

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for commenting! I would love to hear your insights on the One, having actually played around with it! Drop me a line when you can! Peace!

Good video for new buyers! My two cents on it is -> I do make beats on the couch (no kids) this was my intent when i bought it. I wanted a no compromise no computer thing to be able to start real tracks away from the computer. Totally works for me. But great video!

@MidlifeSynthesist

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Carl! It’s really cool that you can do that, that’s what this beast is made for! You’re living my dream lol, rock that couch bro!

Point number 2 was hilaroius! I was using my Digitakt on the couch while my wife was watching TV and it lasted about 30 seconds before she told me to go back downstairs :-) This was a really entertaining video and I'm looking forward to checking out the rest of your content.

@MidlifeSynthesist

3 жыл бұрын

🤣I can relate to that 100%, thanks for the feedback bro!

That's all great info , it's great to think about, those are the exact thoughts that people overlook because of excitement and find out it's just an expensive purchase to do the same thing you do with the mpc x all though they have a price tag problem with the mpc x to expensive!!!

Bro made a lot of sense. I have mpc one and mpc 1000. I was feeling like I needed to sell them and get the mpc2 but I am good. Espesially after this.

As a father, you just nailed this on the head. It is a fantasy, the couch producer. Best work for me remains the DAW, although, I can't stand sitting there anymore.

@MidlifeSynthesist

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much my friend! 100% same here

@Tyetheberious

3 жыл бұрын

@Catholic Truth I would have to disagree that all DAW music sounds the same...most music in the world is recorded via DAW...is it all the same? I do like the workflow of hardware though, and being free of the mouse.

This was a great discussion. I fit so many of those things. In my case, though, my kids are teens and doing their own thing. Wife and I sit together on the couch often, each reading or watching on our own tablets and using our own headphones. We have "parallel played" like this for 32 years, so it works for us. I can't use gear on a bus because I get motion sickness. Pre-pandemic, I took a Bay Area corporate bus to work every day. So many of my coworkers sat working on their laptops during the trips, but many others like me just close their eyes, turn the air jet on their faces, and listen to music or podcasts. I have some iPad music-making software but really it is not that great for me. Maybe the only thing is to make some samples via wireless.

You’re very delightful and heart warming funny to listen to and see, you’re vlog and presentation is outstanding, fun, true and a joy to watch you more! Well done and congratulations for your talent and wonderful work. Thank you! You made me giggle and laugh so many times, and I’m re playing your video again and again! Your smile is contagious! I believe you can very well be in comedy and be awesome as well in it.

@MidlifeSynthesist

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for such kindness and generosity in your comment. I truly appreciate you choosing to take the time to watch my channel. It’s people like you who keep me going. Hope to hear from you again, have an awesome 2021!

I think the most important thing this video does is serve as a reminder that when thinking about any gear purchase one must consider the reason for wanting that particular model? I agree with all your points about mobility and the fear of getting robbed or mugged. For me the reason why I'm still considering the Live/Live 2 is the ability to connect to Ableton. If the MPC One allowed this I wouldn't think twice about getting the One. After it's all said and done whether it's a DAW, MPC or any other piece of gear there will always be a missing feature and/or something that you wished was available to make the workflow better. Thanks for taking the time to make the video...knowledge is power and the more info or perspective we have the better equipped we are to make better choices!

Wanted to thank you for this video and for being honest and real. It's refreshing to see real people who aren't sponsored by companies provide their personal thoughts. Your remarks about portability and using expensive hardware out in a park are spot on, and hilarious. Now, I'm curious about your background. You have thousands and thousands of dollars worth of gear in your studio. What is your day job and how did you end up with all this gear? Is most of the gear just collecting dust? Which are your favorit pieces of gear? Lots of potential video content here! Thanks again.

@MidlifeSynthesist

3 жыл бұрын

Hi bro! That is great video content for sure! Thank you so much for your kind comments. I’ve been thinking about doing a sort of interview type of video where I talk about those things, but I thought maybe no one would be interested haha. looks like I’ll be making it anyway! See you then, cheers! PS> in my last video I answer your question about my favorite gear, check it out!

@sinewaymusic

3 жыл бұрын

@@MidlifeSynthesist Well you sure have at least one subscriber who looks forward to that video. 😊 I especially appreciated this particular video because I watched it (the first time) at a time when I was considering the MPC One vs Live 2 vs Machine+ and it was a sobering moment to hear you completely dismiss the illusion I had of making music on the go. No, that almost never happens and isn't a priority. Thanks in part to your wisdom, after six months of groovebox research, I ended up getting the Digitone. I learned one important thing, which is that for me, it's not so much about finalizing songs without a DAW, as there is no groovebox in the world that can come close to it anyway. For me, it's about having fun, getting some inspiration and generating song ideas that would be difficult to achieve in the DAW. After two weeks of usage, I can happily confirm that I made a good choice based on my needs: the Digitone is just so much fun, and its way of blurring the lines between a synthesizer and a sequencer makes it so surprisingly musical in ways I would need months of training to achieve as quickly in the DAW. I've had this thing next to my work computer since I got it, and with an 8 second startup time, it's just begging me to jam a little between two consecutive meetings. No, I'd never do that kind of jamming session on a train, and if I started to have the urge to finalize a song, I'd just get frustrated with the interface of something more DAW-like-but-not-a-DAW, like the Machine+. The purpose of the Digitone isn't to finish songs, but to perform jams that may or may not turn into a real song - and where the journey is at least an order of magnitude more fun than the destination. Anyway, I thought I'd share my story since you were a part of it. Long story short: I'm hooked and I'm getting the Digitakt sibling in a couple of days, and I really can't wait. 😎🎶

@MidlifeSynthesist

3 жыл бұрын

@@sinewaymusic dude that’s awesome and so wholesome! Thank you so much for sharing and making me feel a part of your journey! You are 100% right, it’s not about the perfect machine, just the one that gets the juices flowing! After much trial and error, I’ve been finding my groove by creating in hardware and finishing/arranging in the daw, a hybrid workflow. Keep me posted! I’d love to hear more when you get the digibros together! Peace!

Totally agree, I had the MPC Live for over a year. Never had time to "play in the park", on the sofa its hard to place it right. Its heavy, has hard edges and the screen doesn't tilt. I am not a knobs person and like to see everything on one page. I found myself spending more time on the mpc2 software than the actual module. In the end I got rid of the MPC Live bought an Akai MPD 218 keypad and am using it perfectly with the software. MPC 2 software $120 MPD 218 $ 100 l fantasize about getting an MPC One one day just for fun but right now I'm basically doing everything that an MPC does for less and more portability.

To be honest, the extra outputs of the live compared to the one are currently my main benefit while having it as part of my setup.

MPC Live is for controlled environment portability. College Campus, Homes with yards, planned meetings (dates, other home visits, staying at grandmas) Sure most of these things you can do with an MPC One, but the fine line is what each device enables you to do.

@takeiteasy6346

2 жыл бұрын

more space + speaker + cv outs

@takeiteasy6346

2 жыл бұрын

@@HOLLASOUNDS speak for yourself

These are all great GAS prevention thoughts, it's funny because I'm buying it in a hyper specific scenario: I have a lot of down time at my job and space to tinker with it, so it's just portable enough and the speaker is actually perfect because I couldn't use headphones in this situation. But everything you said is totally spot on and some of it made me chuckle, especially the marketing bit about abandoned train stations etc lol like seriously. Like most people won't use it as portably as they're probably picturing

Good honest review, subbed.

@MidlifeSynthesist

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!! See you around!

The Live 1 or 2 , excluding cv out, they are identical (monitors on the 2 are so so). I do recommend an external midi controller with sliders and cv out for recording.

I've been considering an MPC2 to use as a sequencer and voice paired with my Eurorack synth. This video makes me think I so go the other way and get a keystep pro to sequence and play my modules. I do love finger drumming tho.

The Live 2 blows peoples minds when they see it. I think the integration is the thing that astounds people. I love the convenience of grabbing it no power cable, no bluetooth speaker to turn on, no external laptop or USB harddrive, just hitting the on button and as soon as the start up is done. I am away. I may buy an X too. I'm sure the second hand residuals will be v strong so if you need to switch up, it won't be a big hit.

I listened to other people like you who advised the MPC X. I bought the X, it's a beautiful machine, but its too large for my little flat, and it sat in its box getting hardly any use for two years. Regretfully I had to sell it, losing over £500 in the process. Now with my MPC live I can sit on my couch making music again. I don't want to make music in a field or in the park, I only require a degree of portability, And the Live fits that role perfectly! BUT if I had a studio type setup then the MPC X is where its at.

Great video, you keep it real!

Thanks for the video man, I ordered the MPC one and this just pretty much confirmed most of my thoughts on the differences between their lineup.

@MidlifeSynthesist

4 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help! I think Akai made it a hard decision cause they are all very awesome!

Great job with the video! You make a lot of great points. The LIVE is a bit awkward to carry around. Not all back packs will work. My LIVE's edges are worn from taken it around. I do have that case now which goes in a backpack, once you start adding other things in the backpack the weight does start adding up. Adding a speaker did just make it a whole lot more awkward to take around. I've also had the same park bench, coach fantasies, definitely doesn't happen often or at all really. Thanks for this share 👌 video is on point.

@MidlifeSynthesist

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks dude! Glad you enjoyed it! Hope to see you around!🙌🏻

@LiftedNoise

4 жыл бұрын

@@MidlifeSynthesist i subbed up for notifications 👊

thanks a lot, i needed this

You said "this, is portable". Busted out an OP1 lmao. Some great gear man

@MidlifeSynthesist

3 жыл бұрын

LOL, thanks bro! Glad someone gets my sense of humor! See you around!

At first I thought oh no here we go; but then after I viewed it made sense to consider. Thanks 👍

@MidlifeSynthesist

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for giving me a chance!

I enjoy taking my live 2 into the woods out back or anywhere. Load it in my bookbag. Go hiking. And then pick a spot. The Moc one setup may cost less but is more cables. Less portable. More work setting up. Instead of instant creation. I sit in my deer stand and use the live 2. I use my phone via usb for midi keys.

I use to commute by Bus to my day job for many years. The bus was generally 1 hour in and 1 hour back unless their was a lot of Snow then the bus could be as long as 2-3 hours one way. I like Ableton so I purchased a MacBook Air. I managed to do a whole album on the bus that year. I used the MacBook Air's keys to input notes. When I got home I took my ideas and updated/mixed tracks. Then Mastered them in Logic Pro X. In the bus it was just me, my Air and some high quality Earbuds.

Great thoughts on MPC line up!

@MidlifeSynthesist

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

The mpc one with a power bank and a jbl flip fit perfectly in a laptop bag. They usually have that 12 inch section that it seems like it was made for it.

Love your reality check on being a couch producer, lol. But you are right… no drones, wilderness…this is so right and a lot of us don’t take the time to really think about this fantasy of usage versus reality of being engaged with life around us. Just being able to sit down and have a conversation with you about gear could probably help a lot of us with making decisions since you have insight on aspects some of us never think about. Marketing for devices is an amazing tool! Lol What are your thoughts on the Elektron Octatrack Mk2 vs Teenage Engineering OP-1?

Wow why do I feel like the only one who takes the MPC live 2 outside at the park, or makes some beats on the couch ect...?The thing is that if you are a producer that has alot of clients the MPC live 2 is great for getting ideas down fast where ever you are without cables. For me is a game changer producer wise. There's alot of positive as well.

@MidlifeSynthesist

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! The thing is a beast. I just wanted to give a bit of reality perspective to people like me who bought it for the wrong reasons/expectations. It’s an awesome piece of gear in the right hands🤟🏻

Thanks for the information started with the MPC 2000 back in 97 bought my MPX back in 2018 and just picked up the gold edition live two from musicians Friend for $800 brand new

real talk i dig it !!! you saved me some $$$

I got a 1010Music Blackbox Studio as my EDC. Still looking at Live II because I miss the SATA bay on the One. So nice having internal SSD in my Force.

I think I like this one. I don't make as many beats anymore (MPC 1000 owner) but I kinda like this one. I might start saving for this one. Thanks for posting!!

@MidlifeSynthesist

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! I really like it as well! If you know what to expect from it, it’s an amazing machine!

Thule Subterra backpack can hold a MPC live ii and a laptop and fit under your airplane seat. The back pack isnt that big its just organized really well. I just flew with it west to east coast and back. I do use on my sofa while my wife watches tv. I also use outside in my fenced in backyard while my dogs play. inputting notes is a real concern but that comes down to making a choice between the MPC live ii or some portable synth keyboard (size) like the microfreak. I have owned the MPC one and after live ii I haven't used it since.

Never had an MPC until about 2 months ago. Now I have the one and X after using FL studio for over a year. I'm loving these machines! 💯

@craigdaubbeats-rapinstrume9185

3 жыл бұрын

I like more dedicated buttons and less menu diving so the X and ONE was for me.

@MidlifeSynthesist

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome choices bro! I have the X and love it to death! Been thinking about getting a ONE for beatmaking in my lunch breaks at work😂 happy beatmaking!

I think it's dependant on person but I do seem to build up muscle memory with a touchscreen, I'm very excited to get my one

Thanks! After watching this, I decided that I'll stick with my mpd218 and rent-to-own mpc2.8 and i'll just get more expansion packs!

Love the fact I can get out the live 2 with no cables.

The only reason I consider the Force "portable" is because I don't have to use 3 or 4 synthesizers that it adequately replaces.

I got it and I love it!!😍

finally someone to talk us down from irrational purchases

This machine is a beast. with what this machine can do it is worth it. You can buy a bag for it that fits everything. I love the size.

@Dablessingproduction

3 жыл бұрын

@Akilleus nope.. I use my backpack for it.

My iPad with MPD226 gives me that feel of the pads and buttons. I had the Live and like you said it became less portable. The weight and the size was wear and tear on my backpack.

@MidlifeSynthesist

3 жыл бұрын

Thats awesome! What app are you using? Been looking to dive into ipad beatmaking for a while...

@thunderskins

3 жыл бұрын

I think this is a great point. An iPad is such a great portable device that there’s really no reason to go to a park or something w an mpc. An iPad is ridiculously portable and koala alone is a powerhouse. Korg gadget sounds fantastic too. The battery life is unbeatable and the touch screen is great. No reason to travel anywhere other than a gig or studio w an mpc.

@thunderskins

3 жыл бұрын

@@MidlifeSynthesist koala is like an SP-404 but way more user friendly. It’s worth buying an iPad for that alone.

Hello friend, I loved your video about the difference between mpc live 2 and its characteristics, but I still have a question and knowing more information than there is, I want to ask you, the akai mpc live version 2 has some difference (beyond the speaker and some other mimima) with the amount of buttons or physical functions that the live first version cannot have? Can live version 1 be updated to have those supposed special functions that version 2 has? If you can answer me with these questions, I am very interested in buying one but I do not know if it is convenient for me to spend more than 400 dollars in version 2 to have functions that the first version does not have, and that later it does not have support, you understand me, I would appreciate it your answer and I wait for it

Watched your vid yesterday. need to come back again to say thank you. You saved me some $$$ and you made me laugh throughout the hole evening: this video is sponsored by my day job hahahaha

@MidlifeSynthesist

3 жыл бұрын

lol, thanks bro! Really glad you enjoyed it!

Great post

I don’t have an MPC and I don’t plan to get one. But this video was a great therapy for my GAS 😂 Thanks!

Great videos. Logical and informative. What I'm looking for. I am married with children so I get what you are saying. I'd love your opinion on my setup. I have a Elektron Digitakt I use with a Moog Minitaur as well a Roland Jupiter XM. I sing through a TC Electronics Voicelive 3 Extreme all into a Rode Podcaster Pro for a podcast I am working on. I record in Logic X with an old laptop. I would like to do more live looping and jamming and have considered another synth or groove box to round things out. Your comments about the MPC products is helpful. I would prefer to stay away from the computer toward some stand alone solutions. I sing and write r&b Soul, gospel, electro, jazz. What do you think of the Roland MC 707? I thinking in terms of looping and maybe time stretching in real time. Would it be better to look into another Elektron product? I'd love to here your opinion. Peace.

I got the live 2and the x and I love em both.

@MidlifeSynthesist

3 жыл бұрын

Wise man👍🏼 I’ve been fighting my own GAS for the live 2 lately lol. Had to rewatch my own video a few times😅 thanks for watching bro!

"..while a drone films me.." hahahahaha Personally having the option to unplug from the wall just to cut down on clutter for a bit is a nice option. Lot's of houses are terribly designed for outlets and being able to move and not have to rearrange furniture to reach the one outlet is valuable.

Like this video, thank you, arguments are good

You're completely right ! We need an MPCX with battery, speakers, at the MPC one size weight and price 😂 MPCX is what I'd like to buy. But very expensive and difficult to use outside the studio. Akai, like Elektron, are masters in creating gear that are must have. Each one can be a standalone, but you need all of them... 😆 I guess I'll end up with the live 2, it’s a middle of the road thing. Maybe later I will buy the MPCX ?... 😊

Hey there, I know this is a bit of an old video but I hope you have a chance to shoot a quick reply: I’m considering getting the MPC One vs Live II, and after watching this I was actually gonna go for the One, but I noticed that Live II comes with a lot more GB of packs/instruments. Is that worth to consider in your opinion?

Valid points. Transportable is a better word. I own a Touch, Studio, and a Live2. And yes, playing in the couch is great. Even with small kids. Hard disk and outputs make it a better proposal than the one.

ive made beats on a plane with the mpc live mk1. and on the cavin. its PORTABLE and not heavy. i really miss it, cus i live a hotel now, and im carrying aroung my x.

This video was surprisingly funny lol thanks

The 19V Ripcord is now available, and it works a treat (so far)! :D

Great analysis! But I think must of your concerns are not for a faulty design but a lifestyle that doesn't fit. I think the Live 2 is just for that, to take it to a gig and perform Live, not to the bus or the airplane. Don't take me wrong, I surely appreciate your effort on pointing everything out and I like you mention everything just in case someone is thinking on this unit as the mobile workstation to compose on the airplane. Now for speaker and the battery, I think it's great plus if you are in a car with all your music band (not driving) and you just want to make sure everything is setup as it should before reaching the stage, just in case.

The only MPC I have ever used in my lifetime so far was the MPC Renaissance. I used to use it as a sampler/drum machine but since I updated the Mac to 10.15.7, The drivers are out of date. I’m debating between MPC One, MPC Live, or older MPCs.

Thanks for that. Interesting round up and if you are going to lay out that much money these are the things you should know. P.S. I have been known to sit on my sofa with a Circuit making tunes.... Not saying I don't get in trouble of it :-)

@MidlifeSynthesist

3 жыл бұрын

🤣👍🏼

I bought the live2 first and sent it back. Preferred the mpc one finish and the layout. 1 year later and I’m starting to consider getting a live2 retro instead as I would like more usb outlets ( I have a hub) , I would like wifi and sometimes I would like to grab the whole thing and finish tracks on the couch. I’m finding I get the bare bones of the track laid out and then I want to spend some time getting stuff right and I’d like to sit in my living room and chill whilst doing it. I still think these machines should have a mic input

Loved your video and your take. I had the MPC One for a week. But went ahead and ordered the Live 2 anyway. Was the One enough? Perhaps. But to be honest I just feel better getting the Live 2. Its partially psychological, but also because I know that even though I might not need the extra functions today, I'm going to need them within a years time, and the hassle of upgrading then would only be a source of stress postponed.

@MidlifeSynthesist

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much bro! I think that the MPC live 2 is awesome if you have the right expectations, and wouldn’t mind having one if traveling ever becomes a thing again lol. For now, the MPC X is the centerpiece of my studio. Hope you enjoy the live 2, it’s an amazing machine!

@tsuriranpu

2 жыл бұрын

Hi, What are your thoughts on having both? I'm still deciding on which one to get. The live ii is currently ahead but I'd love to hear how they've both been.

In your opinion which unit is more comfortable in terms of being ergonomic, the X or the live? Is reaching out constantly to the screen tiring after a while? Thank you

I had to lough so much! I have the live MK1 and all the issues you said with Couchpotatoe and Beatmaking (it never happens) and of course the Kids jumping on that thing as soon they see the lights, the (trans)portability in the Backpack BUT I was in the park with it once... not long though because I forgot to charge the battery... Thanks for this Video! But where are you living? Bronx?

@MidlifeSynthesist

3 жыл бұрын

Lol, not the bronx, south america🤣 Thanks for dropping me a line bro! Stay safe!

@robnzombiz

3 жыл бұрын

@@MidlifeSynthesist you too! Blessings from Vienna

Very Good, thx👍

@MidlifeSynthesist

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks bro!

Love your videos, your points make great sense. Here is my $.02 in case it helps people make a decision, GAS is a bi3t#h! :) Ultimately, I went with the Live 2, for me, it wasn't about bringing it on the bus, to a park or lugging it around in a backpack. If I were doing that on a regular basis, I would agree, it is pretty heavy, and large...not really all that portable (its still very possible though to take on the road if you wanted too). Instead, I wanted to be able to go to my kitchen on Saturday morning while I get breakfast for my kids, or just sit on our patio. The fact that I can just unplug it and carry around my house without a speaker or cords is Gold! I was considering the One, but I dont want to have to dig under my desk to unplug, grab a speaker, power brick (which may or may not be charged), etc... The MPC has opened up so much for me creatively, sometimes I just want to get out of my office and into a more comfortable place and the Live 2 is the only piece of gear that I have that allows me this freedom!

@ThirstenUngerTV

3 жыл бұрын

I like your take on this. I didn't really understand 100% negative take in this video. Everyones lifestyle is not the same. I also don't live in fear. So I decided on the Live 2 and got it for $200 under retail from Guitar Center with a coupon they are currently giving out.

@ab687

3 жыл бұрын

@@ThirstenUngerTV me too 👍🏻

@ab687

3 жыл бұрын

Well said 🙏🏻

Superb talk, still want the Deluge .;-)

You named all the reasons why I sold my mpc live mk1. I did not like the workflow, and I bought the Deluge, it s great machine with no menu diving screen, light in weight. Very good battery, and even has a build in small speaker and microphone. I still have a mpc touch installed in my studio. But portable: I love the Deluge.

Facts, across the board. Especially #1. Still dig it, though.

I needed to see this lol thank yiu

I would posit that the One the Live and the X are aimed at 3 different types of users. The MPC X is a studio workstation and it’s priced as such. Like a workstation synth, it’s not designed to be portable but for rapid workflow. It’s a pro tool. I suspect the clue to the live is in the name. It’s a performance instrument which is portable enough to gig with. It’s the sampler equivalent of a guitar and combo amp. The one seems like Akai trying to split the difference between Maschine and a stand-alone MPC experience. I note that it is priced to compete with Digitakt. It’s for hobbiests and bedroom producers.

@MidlifeSynthesist

4 жыл бұрын

Christopher Gerardy I couldn’t agree more!🤟🏻

hilarious but soo true, appreciate this.

@MidlifeSynthesist

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you my friend!