Just like my work flow,I don’t even need a computer,that’s why I got the mpc x,to be able to make a complete track w/o a computer...Dope video The definitely need more audio tracks in stand alone,I don’t care too much for the Vsts because I use hardware boards anyway lol... Salute
Thank you for walking us through some of the features of the X. It can be intimidating at 1st when learning how to use, but once the basics are covered, this machine is gold.
Your so right. I bought mine and could figure out anything. Use it as stand alone for 6 month before I installed the software. Now I love it and would never part with it.
Julian Charles hey thanks for your input. I will say that the software is a mess. Bugs like crazy. We as a mpc community want 3.0 to bring stability and perhaps more refinement.
I really wish they would give us audio track mutes and 8 more audio tracks in the next update. It they did that the MPC could totally REPLACE my DAW. I would need at least 16 audio tracks to properly record vocals because I use an old school technique called stacking when I do background vocals. It's a beast of a machine...
I agree. I’m glad I’m not the only one who still does stacking. That’s why old-school music sounds so incredible, created on such rudimentary equipment back in the day. Engineers had no other option than to experiment and come up with ways to fatten up sound and I think most of it sounds better than 99.9% of the digital stuff of today.
Probably not. There more features as it pertains to the audio part such as mix bus and audio editing but I do not plan to cover them. I may do a sampling and sample editing quick tips video.
With this new update, I can connect my Tascam model 12 mixer to the X via usb cable. I would still need to route audio out cables from my fantom into the Tascam model 12. But that avoids me having to connect audio out cables into the mpc x. I wish they had true audio over usb meaning with 1 usb cable I can control both the audio and Midi. Fantom does this with usb over audio.
On the track edit section, there's bounce to sample and bounce to audio track options. You don't even have to record as audio. Plus, I noticed you don't normalize your audio. Your audio are at the same levels after bouncing. That's good.
This may be a stupid question however I am wondering is it possible to save a file on the mpc x that is playable on any device afterwards and what file formats are available when saving. Just ordered the MPC X a couple of days ago and can't wait! ✌🧡👍
Question: I do not have an MPC as yet, but.. is it feasible to bounce lets say..... 4 of those audio tracks { after mixing them to your liking} into one new audio track and then delete the original audio tracks after the bounce to free up those initial 4 tracks. So at the end of that process... instead of using 4 of those 8 tracks that are available... you would bounce them and now be using only one of the possible 8 ?? Does that make any sense and is it doable?
It’s doable. I heard Junkie XL would bounce all his horns stems and string stems. Nots sure if that would work you or other people but knowing that it works for his film scores. It’s could work
Hey Ben, I've been watching your video's and we have similar setups and workflow.I'm def running hybrid but mostly write on the MPC-X with all my midi hardware connected back to my MPC. As great as the Akai 2.8 release was, there are a couple of issues that I've had the even Akai can't figure out still. Let me know if you can figure out how to control the MPC-X Transport in standalone mode via another controller. From all of my research, I don't think that it is not possible. Example: in this video I see you step off CAM to go to another synth but you still had to reach over to hit play/stop on physically on the MPC. One thing I think should work is a foot pedal. I have a Nektar PACER that should work but I am more interested in using any keyboard that has midi cntrl capabilities which I have throughout my rig and room. Let me know your thoughts?
Willie Hollingsworth there’s definitely some compromise. Keep in mind I can use for example man lab to change any patch in my setup. The downside is I have to consult a chart for every module and synth. So I decided my work flow would suffer by trying to control everything. Also s fro controlling the mpc x from anther controller. I have a MPD226. I’m going to try to enable to slave my mpc to it. I’ll. Let you know.
@@park171 Thanks Ben. Keep doing what you do. Great work.!! I for got to ask you, are you also using a Mio midi interface? That's what I use for my rig. Lastly. I'll let you know how I make out with the Foot Pedals as well.
What's up Ben. That Mpcx seems pretty nice and you are very talented by the way. What do you think of the Korg d32xd? Also I'm wondering if Roland has finally fixed that sequencer on the Fantom, or are we still waiting for them to upgrade and get the kinks out. Like you, I wish that it was a linear sequencer. Thanks.
I have an MPC X . I’m trying to figure out what the sample rate (kHz) for the 24 bit depth. I’ve googled that it’s 44.1 kHz in standalone, but I would feel a lot more comfortable if I could view that within the MPC to confirm that that’s true. I’ve only found a window where I can change from 16 bit to 24 bit, and no kHz information is displayed. In controller mode, you’re supposed to have multiple options for the kHz settings. I can only (my preference) record audio in standalone. So I need to make sure the kHz setting for my guitar is correctly matched to the mpcx. Basically, I’m just trying to figure out how I can get into the MPC X, and see those options for myself before recording. Where can I see it displayed? I’m really only looking for confirmation that I’m doing it correctly. Any info is appreciated!
Can you explain why not tracking audio instead of midi to then just convert to midi? Is it you want to be able to quantize/edit then bounce to audio? Appreciate the video.
@@park171 Hey Ben how are you doing, I wanted ask a favor from you I have the USB multiple connector like you I have all my keyboards plugged into them through my mixer to the Mpc x when u start the X to record how do you get it to respond to the fanton as part of the process which is the master and which is the slave between the 2, thanks brother peace..
@@derricklyles6918 are your referring to syncing the Fantom to MPCX both sequencers or are you wanting the midi from the MPCX to trigger the synths and Fantom to be the controller. Thx
@@park171 I think I have it now buddy, I see the all the synths in preference but when I do step recording and see the fantom, on the default on the X do i use the dial wheel and change a track to record using the fantom thx.
Do you do any consulting/training? - I just bought the MPC X and Have a Roland Fa-06 with logic and looking for similar setup. I am fairly technical but would like assistance to get proper routing and setup - Thanks in advance.
I have a Presonus StudioLive 32s three series 40 channel digital mixer , I wanna coonect my maschine mk3 into it (drum Machine) any tips on setup? do you have email I reside in NYC
Is there anyway in the Mpc X to bounce three or four tracks to one? For what I’m doing I don’t need a lot of tracks but a few more than eight would be nice
Are you kidding me he’s the only person on the web who doesn’t use the MPC for boombap or electronic music! His style is incredible and unique in the MPC world.
This dude really needs to make more videos on beats like this
Just like my work flow,I don’t even need a computer,that’s why I got the mpc x,to be able to make a complete track w/o a computer...Dope video
The definitely need more audio tracks in stand alone,I don’t care too much for the Vsts because I use hardware boards anyway lol...
Salute
just keep in mind if Akai dosnet stabilize the MPC software then we expect a higher audio track count. 3.0 firmware?
This beat changed my voice to sound like Barry White for 72 hours.😂
Thank you for walking us through some of the features of the X. It can be intimidating at 1st when learning how to use, but once the basics are covered, this machine is gold.
Your so right. I bought mine and could figure out anything. Use it as stand alone for 6 month before I installed the software. Now I love it and would never part with it.
Please keep doing these videos. I'm learning a lot of new ways to work with my MpcX. Thank you very much!
Julian Charles hey thanks for your input. I will say that the software is a mess. Bugs like crazy. We as a mpc community want 3.0 to bring stability and perhaps more refinement.
One thing i always do before i track each sound is add an extra bar at the end of the loop so I get the natural fade of the sound without the cutoff.
Thanks for this great tutorial. Shoutout to the kirkland water too, delicious hydration
Great job
Thanks.
Really appreciate your teaching style. Very clear. Can you create a video showing how to continue to have a workflow without stopping? Peace.
I really wish they would give us audio track mutes and 8 more audio tracks in the next update. It they did that the MPC could totally REPLACE my DAW. I would need at least 16 audio tracks to properly record vocals because I use an old school technique called stacking when I do background vocals. It's a beast of a machine...
I agree. I’m glad I’m not the only one who still does stacking. That’s why old-school music sounds so incredible, created on such rudimentary equipment back in the day. Engineers had no other option than to experiment and come up with ways to fatten up sound and I think most of it sounds better than 99.9% of the digital stuff of today.
Wow! Good stuff!
This is what I’ve been looking for Do you plan on doing a more in depth video on this???
Probably not. There more features as it pertains to the audio part such as mix bus and audio editing but I do not plan to cover them. I may do a sampling and sample editing quick tips video.
question can you bonce down your audio tracks like 1 thru 6 stereo to track 8 to expand your track count like a old recorder ?
Yes. Press record on track 8. Now, track 8 plays 1-6.
With this new update, I can connect my Tascam model 12 mixer to the X via usb cable. I would still need to route audio out cables from my fantom into the Tascam model 12. But that avoids me having to connect audio out cables into the mpc x. I wish they had true audio over usb meaning with 1 usb cable I can control both the audio and Midi. Fantom does this with usb over audio.
2:05 "Africa"
whats up man :)
This the same way I have my MPC setup. My computer is used as a module/Midi Chord controller ( Ripchord, Scaler 2, Reason rack
On the track edit section, there's bounce to sample and bounce to audio track options. You don't even have to record as audio. Plus, I noticed you don't normalize your audio. Your audio are at the same levels after bouncing. That's good.
This may be a stupid question however I am wondering is it possible to save a file on the mpc x that is playable on any device afterwards and what file formats are available when saving. Just ordered the MPC X a couple of days ago and can't wait! ✌🧡👍
What do you think about these content creator’s talking about sound quality and converters? How come no one’s talking about making great music
It's DJ Ave Mcree. Ave as in Avenue. Not Ave as in Avery. Mcree with an E. Not Mcray.
Whats the difference of why your not keeping the midi notes and turning it into audio? Thanks good vid!
Yo thanks for this video! What keyboard synth are you using here?
Question: I do not have an MPC as yet, but.. is it feasible to bounce lets say..... 4 of those audio tracks { after mixing them to your liking} into one new audio track and then delete the original audio tracks after the bounce to free up those initial 4 tracks. So at the end of that process... instead of using 4 of those 8 tracks that are available... you would bounce them and now be using only one of the possible 8 ?? Does that make any sense and is it doable?
It’s doable. I heard Junkie XL would bounce all his horns stems and string stems. Nots sure if that would work you or other people but knowing that it works for his film scores. It’s could work
@@park171 I kind of thought so. Could be a useful technique. Thanks for posting.
Hey Ben, I've been watching your video's and we have similar setups and workflow.I'm def running hybrid but mostly write on the MPC-X with all my midi hardware connected back to my MPC. As great as the Akai 2.8 release was, there are a couple of issues that I've had the even Akai can't figure out still. Let me know if you can figure out how to control the MPC-X Transport in standalone mode via another controller. From all of my research, I don't think that it is not possible. Example: in this video I see you step off CAM to go to another synth but you still had to reach over to hit play/stop on physically on the MPC. One thing I think should work is a foot pedal. I have a Nektar PACER that should work but I am more interested in using any keyboard that has midi cntrl capabilities which I have throughout my rig and room. Let me know your thoughts?
Willie Hollingsworth there’s definitely some compromise. Keep in mind I can use for example man lab to change any patch in my setup. The downside is I have to consult a chart for every module and synth. So I decided my work flow would suffer by trying to control everything. Also s fro controlling the mpc x from anther controller. I have a MPD226. I’m going to try to enable to slave my mpc to it. I’ll. Let you know.
@@park171 Thanks Ben. Keep doing what you do. Great work.!! I for got to ask you, are you also using a Mio midi interface? That's what I use for my rig. Lastly. I'll let you know how I make out with the Foot Pedals as well.
What's up Ben. That Mpcx seems pretty nice and you are very talented by the way. What do you think of the Korg d32xd? Also I'm wondering if Roland has finally fixed that sequencer on the Fantom, or are we still waiting for them to upgrade and get the kinks out. Like you, I wish that it was a linear sequencer. Thanks.
Im not familiar with the Korg. I vet owned one or know anyone with one. But the sequence on the Fantom is usable but not my favorite.
Thanks for the info Ben. I just got the mpc x, i have a question, do you give lesson on how to work the mic x ?
Not really if you talking about zoom calls. But if there’s any thing you need to know. Just email me bycorrell@gmail.com.
i NEED one..Not because of what it seems to be,i want to experiment like i have done with my ASR10..
I'm all new to this stuff, and I'm trying to learn. I am thinking of buying the Roland Fantom. Doesn't it do alot of same functions as the MPCX
Question:
Why not "BOUNCE" your midi to the sample pool instead of Re-recording it?
Then you can copy it to a audio track
I have an MPC X . I’m trying to figure out what the sample rate (kHz) for the 24 bit depth. I’ve googled that it’s 44.1 kHz in standalone, but I would feel a lot more comfortable if I could view that within the MPC to confirm that that’s true. I’ve only found a window where I can change from 16 bit to 24 bit, and no kHz information is displayed. In controller mode, you’re supposed to have multiple options for the kHz settings. I can only (my preference) record audio in standalone. So I need to make sure the kHz setting for my guitar is correctly matched to the mpcx. Basically, I’m just trying to figure out how I can get into the MPC X, and see those options for myself before recording. Where can I see it displayed? I’m really only looking for confirmation that I’m doing it correctly. Any info is appreciated!
I think it is 44.1 but I’ll recheck the system preference as to it can be changed because export audio you have more options. I’ll check.
Can you explain why not tracking audio instead of midi to then just convert to midi? Is it you want to be able to quantize/edit then bounce to audio? Appreciate the video.
Hey, I just got one of these and I’m wondering is that eight stereo audio tracks and 16 mono or simply eight regardless of stereo or mono?
Great video. Can you do a video on how you set up your fantom with mpcx ..midi channels and routing etc .I get midi but no audio thanks in advance
Will do soon.
@@park171 Hey Ben how are you doing, I wanted ask a favor from you I have the USB multiple connector like you I have all my keyboards plugged into them through my mixer to the Mpc x when u start the X to record how do you get it to respond to the fanton as part of the process which is the master and which is the slave between the 2, thanks brother peace..
@@derricklyles6918 are your referring to syncing the Fantom to MPCX both sequencers or are you wanting the midi from the MPCX to trigger the synths and Fantom to be the controller. Thx
@@park171 I think I have it now buddy, I see the all the synths in preference but when I do step recording and see the fantom, on the default on the X do i use the dial wheel and change a track to record using the fantom thx.
@@park171 wanting the fantom to be the controller.
Can you break down how you’re using midi? Cause I heard you say d-50 so you have another keyboard your using.
Sure. I’ll make another video.
Great Video! What the limit for audio files on the Mpc X? The Mpc X has the arranger function? Thanks
8 tracks.
@@park171 Thanks
Do you do any consulting/training? - I just bought the MPC X and Have a Roland Fa-06 with logic and looking for similar setup. I am fairly technical but would like assistance to get proper routing and setup - Thanks in advance.
You may want to check out Bolo the Producer as well. He has that exact setup.
I have a Presonus StudioLive 32s three series 40 channel digital mixer , I wanna coonect my maschine mk3 into it (drum Machine) any tips on setup? do you have email I reside in NYC
Is there anyway in the Mpc X to bounce three or four tracks to one? For what I’m doing I don’t need a lot of tracks but a few more than eight would be nice
You can. There a couple of ways. Utilize the sub mixes.
MPC X vs the Fantom Sequence your opinion?
Fantom is ok but not as complex as MPC, although both not perfect
How did you connect the mpc x to your DAW?
dude,.. You always make same style music every time I watch your video. Isn't?
I’m going change it up.
That's his style of music.... I like it.
Muddy waters played blues ,Run DMC rap and George Clinton funk.
Are you kidding me he’s the only person on the web who doesn’t use the MPC for boombap or electronic music! His style is incredible and unique in the MPC world.
It actually sounds like music. Love it