Did Akai fix the "cons"? MPC LIVE II vs MPC ONE // Speaker test, review and 2.8 tutorial
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- čas přidán 6. 06. 2024
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► My full MPC One tutorial: • AKAI MPC ONE: Review a...
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NOTE: While the internal RAM of the device is 2GB, that is share with the operating system, so actual sample memory is less. Reports are of 600 to 800MB - which seems to be about right when I tried to load large samples, experience may vary when more is going on.
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TIMELINE:
0:00 Intro
0:30 Live II vs I vs One
2:15 Buttons
3:30 Connectivity
5:45 Size
6:50 Storage
7:30 Speaker test
9:50 Version 2.8
10:15 “Cons” fixed
10:25 Track select
10:35 Q-link overlay
11:45 Pad perform
12:35 Timestretch
14:30 Retro record
15:25 Custom chords
16:10 Other misc
16:25 Multi MIDI
17:30 MIDI settings
18:45 Config & arm
21:00 Live looping
23:15 Pros & cons
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The format of your videos is superior to everyone else reviewing gear on CZcams. Thanks for providing a very smart video design.
Oh yeah, he’s the king of gear reviews. His walkthroughs are like poetry.
Billy Sunshine - you’re right...these videos are incredible quality
Plus he knows what he’s talking about
Must agree!
so true. loopop is always so 100% straight on point and focused on the essential information to be conveyed, that it almost feels unhuman. there are no fill words (uhm, ehm, mmmmh) or random silly / artificial behaviour, which is so rare these days.
AKAI addressed some of the cons with the 2.10 release. It now supports 32 simultaneous inputs and outputs using a class compliant USB audio interface (which is crazy nuts). It is amazing to see AKAI stand behind their products like this. I can't think of very many companies in this business that are as committed to long-term improvement and growth of their platforms. It truly is a hallmark of a company that takes professional musicians and their needs seriously.
I’ve been making music since the late 80s and never used an MPC until a couple years ago when I got an MPC Live. And I’ve got to say, it’s totally blown me away. My next album will be done entirely on it, sampling hardware synths. It’s a fantastic piece of hardware.
How long you been producing? I just purchased the live mk 2. I liked the idea of battery and speakers so i can be creative outside my studio. Sometimes the studio feels too home like and comfortable since i see it everyday. :)
@@RoxwellZ I totally feel you.... I’ve got a
MPCX and now I’m thinking about buying also a Live2 to be able to continue my music in different places than my home, to being more productive and having the incredible freedom to do it everywhere...... that’s so cool.
I’m even mind blown by the capability of this little machine, it’s a true portable MPCX.
@@1980VINZ download koala sampler..
@@1980VINZ the MPC X is a fabulous looking machine, my question for you is this. If I wanted to learn it from scratch how long would it take , and in your opinion, though it is very professional would you say it’s relatively easy , with a degree of concentration? Also...is it “really” the case that the MPC live is simply he fact that it’s portable, that’s the difference?...
@@LanzaMartineta the MPCX has more possibilities about what you can plug on it etc.
It’s a real complete standalone workstation who can replace a PC and all the hardware stuff around it. You can have only the MPCX in your studio as your centerpiece and plug everything on it to produce music from start to finish. (But you can also put the MPCX into your already existing home studio to control your PC for example)
The others MPC have exactly the same software and software possibilities but not the same hardware possibilities. (In & Out, user interface etc.)
Check this: www.mpc-tutor.com/mpc-buyers-guide-mpc-one-vs-mpc-live-ii-vs-mpc-x/
And about the learning, it depends on you. But it’s pretty clear, way more than old machines. BUT, the potential and features are so huge, I think we can learn it a whole life to master 100% its possibilities...
I’m not a professional, I make music by pleasure, I’m learning everything by myself and the MPCX is my first one.
If you are motivated and having time, you can do what you want, even if the beginning is a bit complex, of course. But with internet and CZcams (and obviously reading the user manual), you have all your answers.
You should check tutorials on CZcams to give you an idea before buying, or check the AKAI website support. (You can download for free the user manual for example, or better, the QuickStart guide 😉)
EDIT : I’m French so sorry if my English is weird...
23:23 - I'm here from the future, and they have done exactly that. Which means I'm gonna buy one.
you the goat for the timestamps
I watch this channel for full and professional reviews on products, great video Loopop thank you...👍💯
Wow, congrats loopop ! You'll probably cross the 100K subscribers with this video !
Just found Channel couple of weeks U the Goat U can’t find a mpc in the store and here he is with 3 of them doing the homework for us much appreciated
As usual, outstanding content. Just the video I was searching for so I could compare what the different features were and how they might matter to me.
man your reviews are really concise and well put togther - it's such a massive help, thanks!
I think one of the main benefits I haven't seen anybody mention yet about having built-in monitor speakers is that taking regular breaks from using headphones is a really good thing for your ears (hearing). I'm not always wanting to produce at my desk where my monitors are, so I really like the addition of the speakers. I think this is one feature causing me to lean more towards spending the extra to get the Live 2, along with the other benefits of course. I think Akai are on it with the MPC line. +1 for the addition of connecting an audio interface, then can use mic pres and Hi-Z inputs for guitar!
100k subs just around the corner, well-deserved too.
Very thorough, nice, and easy to understand tutorial / review. This proved very helpful. Kind regards!
Your videos are SO HELPFUL to this home hobbyist who loves synths. They're interesting, and so well done with the chapter list on the side, no fluff, so easy to follow along, review, and actually learn things. I've also made some purchases because of your reviews and tutorials. Thanks!
Thanks very much for this and for taking the time to write!
This is the perfect solution to take my studio out of the garage! great review as always man!!!!
This was great! Just two notes, the Pro Ten Audio Warp setting is available in the MPC LIVE 1 not just the 2 under the general tab in settings. Also if you want the Q-Link overlay just hold down the Q-Link button on the MPC1 and touch the option SHOW Q-LINK STATUS WHEN TOUCHED, and then whenever you touch any of the q-link knobs that overlay pops up on screen!
Just ordered the gold mpc One and im pumped. I havent used an mpc since way back, i was using a 500 for a long time i love that little beast
THANK YOU for showing the chord progression stuff. I thought it could just be done via the software. That feature was one of my top wishes for the device and it can actually allready do it!!! That will make my day for tomorrow! Btw I LOVE all your videos! You helped and informed me so many times!!!
Thank you @loopop . You are Always sharp and on point !
Congrats on the 100K subs!!
You earned them ✔😃✨
Way to go Bro. Very well demonstrated!!!!!
Awesome and very helpful in considering these machines. CZcams's time stretch works well enough that I can slow loopop down to .75 to follow him better and he still sounds fairly natural. This saves me having to go back and replay segments.
That is very smart to test outside! Never thought of that!
Awesome review, great insights & demonstration.
Congratulations to 100k! 🥳
THANK YOU!! This is exactly what I needed. 🙏🏽
@loopop: Congratulations to 100'000 subs ! ! !
Best comparison video online. Well said and explained. Thank you.
super powerful content, super organized and clear. first class tutorial
Getting mine in 3 weeks. Backordered. Can’t wait. 😬
Love your work Loopop. Thank you for your work
23:20 Man, and they actually listened to you with update 2.10 :D congrats
Grate review 🔥🔥🔥 thanks for your time this was really helpful 👍🏾
As always..an excellent review. To the point, and without unuseful extras...
As for the Live...
I'll get any MPC Live when they fix the disk streaming issue.
They've been promising it for years, now..
Thank you for Thank you for this round up ;)
Cheers from Portugal
They never promised disk streaming, the only thing someone from Akai mentioned on Gearslutz is they're "looking into it"...
I have my MPC Live (Mk I) and it's incredible ! The included plugin synths made it even better.
Agreed! Really hoping loopop does an in-depth video on the included standalone synths!
Bought the Live 2 about a months ago, I didn't really think Id use the speaker much but for about $200 more than I was seeing a new Live ver 1 was going for I just said screw it and went for it, and to my surprise the speaker sounds pretty good, especially for just making a track ( not so much for mixing ) and Im using the speaker a lot more than I thought I would. Definitely makes it a lot more self contained. As far a portability, I wouldn't really take it out much unless maybe to a studio session somewhere , but for taking it outside my home studio and to another room in my house or out on my porch or lawn with my MKP Mini 2, its perfect.
thank you for showing all 3 on the same table. i wanted to get a better idea of the size for each for my own layout. the One is actually smaller than i expected.
Wow great loop demo! 🤘🏼
This live looping jam is so beautiful!!!
I know your review will be fair and unbiased thats why I always watch yours fisrt.
It seems like Akai def listens to loop pop’s suggestions and this is great news.
I really want an MPC but I’m a super beginner. This video helped out a lot thank you!
I'm a beginner as well. Which one did you end up buying?
Brilliant walkthrough THANK YOU ;)
Nive vid as always tks ! Came here to knew if I needed this to replace my MPC live I, ended ordering that NDLR lol !!! Didn't knew that beast ! Thank you !
I bought the MPC One when it came out but I returned it after a week because of software bugs. However I think it's been long enough and I just pulled the trigger on the MPC Live 2 (retro edition, gotta have those floppy disk vibes lol). I'm very excited especially after seeing you mention all the things they've fixed! Great video as always!
Nice little jam at the end my friend. You should share more of your musical ideas during your reviews.
ayeeeeeee congrats on 100k! 👊🏾
Treeoez 🙌🏻🙏🏻
Very nice video, a lot of good info. Thank You So Much.
Best reviews on the internet period.
Thank you for a great overview.
Thank for the awesome videos!
MPC one is the killer product! with update 2.8 and being able to hook up external gear and have it be the center of the setup is pretty worth 699! Thanks for the amazing reviews as always! you've sold me quite few products in the past 7 months 😁😁
I’ve been going back and forth on which one to pick up. MPC one is the perfect size has the cv gate but not as many MIDI connections. Still seems worth the 700 bucks.
Which one did you get ?
What about now that they raised the price 200 bucks?
@@Reticuli whats hilarious is that i preordered my mpcone back in 2020 when they were outa stock and got is for just under $600...nor tax either. seeing it for $900 😭😭 still worth the money though imo... i recall ppl was bitching over the $700 price, smh
@@chadduncan9716 whats good about having more midi?
I hope Akai is watching you and taking notes!
oh wow yeah dude the "pro ten" setting cut that choppiness in half at LEAST. That's a huge difference fr, very nice!
Excellent video. Love your channel.
Wow! Thank you thank you thank you for showing how to connect the NDLR to the MPC Live II!
Looks like AKAI is using your channel as their source for improvements :P
My pleasure :)
Dope review yo!
a speaker test outside with data? You spoil us on this channel. Thanks for another great video.
Your videos are awesome, i hope to see soon a vs between maschine mk3 and mpc live ii..
Greetings from México 🤙🏻
Thanks great overview
Great Review, thank you
Thank you for this video!
great comparison, thanks!
"just one more thing mam" only reviewer I trust ty!!!!!
MPC Live 2 is the best middle of the road choice between MPC One and MPC X. Plus the portable factor and speaker are a bonus.
That’s what’s selling me rn
you are the best gear channel
Love the form factor of The MPC ONE..
Me too. An MPC ONE with a battery
Would of improved the standalone portability concept. The LIVE is a bit awkward to pack up as is.
I really hope that AKAI listens to you about the Ableton or Maschine like Scenes!
Thank you for your content!
Great point you made... AKAI PLEASE RELEASE AN UPDATE TO WHERE WE CAN CONNECT OUR INTERFACES VIA USB TO BRING IN MORE OF OUR SYNTHS!!! We need MORE inputs!!!
lol I told everyone 2 days ago that you would have this before everyone.... Currently waiting on Accurate Beats, Sonic State, and Bo Beats to have their video up soon.
so you didnt get one lol
@@kalubandali2241 They better have sent him one. How can they ignore Traptendo???
@@dianevrules right i was thinkin that too
@@kalubandali2241 I bought one today
@@dianevrules I bought one from Sweet Water early this morning
Excellent review as always!
Some good additions in 2.8. Now, I'm just looking forward to audio streaming and the drum synth they've been teasing.
I gotta say, I'm really annoyed about the speaker on the Live MK II. It makes a honking brick of a unit even bigger. I have speakers, Akai, and if I want to hook them up they're better than that one. I don't want to carry it with me when most of the time I'm using headphones.
I feel like they did it just to justify the MK II label. They should have just made the hardware creature comforts the new 2.0 version going forward and left its at that instead of pretending they made a whole new product. Even worse, they tied the extra I/O to being stuck with that speaker.
The Live's "portability" was already mostly a function whether you wanted to take it out badly enough to lug it around. It's brilliantly portable in the house, though! Beats on the couch, beats in the kitchen, beats on the porch... It makes the Live a great composition tool.
Fantastic video. I bought a Live approximately four months before the Live II came out (of course, my luck), and it's cool to see the differences between the two broken down as you have in this video.
I managed to pick up a store demo Akai live v1 for $650 Canadian, arrived today, it's mint, pretty excited to figure it out.
All good machines, I own touch and 2000xl and They’re good too. Great video, I’m big believer in do your best with what you can.
Great vid! Personally, the 31 buttons on the One make all the difference to me! ....including the form factor & price :)
I don't see it mentioned much, but for those wondering how well the speaker is on the Live II - think of it as a decent soundbar. It carries a lot of bass that you can feel it, and the mid and highs are also very well represented. It's very much usable for sitting outside, on the couch, in bed and getting that hard-hitting lows that professional headphones can give. They did not skimp out here and put the cheapest speakers they could find. Obviously, you'll want to monitor down the road with your more "professional" set up for final mixes, but do not discount the speakers. This device is a portable groovebox all-in-one you can take with you camping, vacations, etc.
Great Mr Loopop
And finally the summer pack: Akai mpc live 2, sunglasses,towel, a beer and an umbrella. Beach, I can't wait!
Great vid! - Quick question: With the new MIDI Track out function, can you send MIDI track out info to the Arpeggiator?
+1 for a sound design video on the standalone plugin synths!
Best reviewer ever existed.
Great review as always Loopop. At around the 21 minute mark, you record a motif from the ndlr. Would it be possible to record all 4 parts of the ndlr at once, on separate tracks?
Thank you. Yes, it should be possible
Found it. Very useful as ever. :-)
Amazing review as always best on CZcams ... may I ask a couple of questions? What is the cpu/performance/polyphony situation with the plugins and FX and so on? Also, is it possible to switch between one pattern and the next by way of making a live set? If so can it "program change" the plugins, or would this be a further limitation on the CPU?
Thanks! The few CPU stress tests I did showed that the built in plugin limitations (8 tracks) don't let you exceed the available CPU. I've not tested program change MIDI commands, but each sequence can be totally different if that's the question
@@loopop thanks for the swift reply. Yes that is the question... So you can have completely different 'voices' setups for each sequence and a limitation to 8 virtual modeling per seq? For example.. seq 1 can have up to 8 "VSTs" + sample based instruments and kits... And then you can seemlessly switch to sequence 2 with potentially 8 new VSTs, samples, etc.. All with new tone presets? Would this not labour the cpu eventually?
Agreed with audio I/O. Would be great to use the unit as an effects processor for external instruments live, I do that with my Octatrack to process my synths (and use as a send return for external effects). And again, if they EVER implement disk streaming for long samples, then this really is the number one instrument for live bands of all kinds. I'm beginning to think it won't happen although I felt the same about multitimbral midi so who knows!
Had the one for awhile now. So i solved the problem of not being able to expand the internal drive to an ssd by just getting a small usb drive with a ton of space and i basically rigged up a way to hook it to the side it to the side. Its obviously not quite as good but you almost cant even tell its there. Also SD cards being dirt cheap is also another way to go, i got like 5 256gb ones for under 50 bucks and ive recorded an entire album on the one standalone, vocals, mix and master all in the standalone box and it it didnt even fill up one 256gb card. If i had this in 1999 i woulda been mind blown that at 800$ you get a literal daw in a box that can mix master, sample, beat make sequence and record vocals...... under 1k$. Back then this probably woulda cost like 5000$. Important to note that the one now supports abelton live and you can finally access the SD card inserted into the mpc on the computer when in controller mode so you can now drag and drop files easily.
Multitimbtal midi finally working, i orderd an MPC one yesterday.
Hi my friend! I’m a new subscriber to your channel and thank you so much I was so confused not knowing what to get. Watching this video and reading all the comments I realized that the MPC Live 1 is a better choice for me, don’t need speakers in! Question, I’m not sure if I understood on comment , MPC live 1 won’t be available anymore? Or stop making ? Hope that’s not true..I love the way you explain so easy to understand. Thank you so much again 🙏
My pleasure. Indeed, from what I understand they won't be making the Live 1 anymore.
Thank you 🙏 what do you recommend me to get ? The MPC Live 2 is it a wasted of money?
reileonardi_music/soccer/Psychic Mediums it’s not a waste of money if the extra features it has are important to you, and it is a waste of money if you don’t plan to use them
Phenomenal review, triple AAA rating
I can't believe more people aren't running with the format of the DJS 1000. I would love to have a synthesizer in that format.
Fantastic, thanks.
(almost) Every AKAI user for the last few years: More RAM and disk streaming!
AKAI: Here is a new MPC Live with "studio monitors".
Honestly I dont care at all about disk streaming, but they could have put more buttons and knobs in the space thaken up by that speaker.
@@aikighost the ONE with a battery would have been perfect.
Akai "professional" chief product development person and CEO should be fired straight away
You can get a battery on amazon for like 26 bucks...lasts like 12 hrs easily 🙌🏾
@@DukeNukem23 your are probably speaking of the Camera battery which has different voltage and will eventually damage the device?
Very good video tho great articulation 👍
Wow seeing them all together is baller af
Th e addition of midi makes this sampling machine an awesome tool
Totally getting Lemon Jelly vibes at the end....i might need to buy one now :) IN GOLD !
Very in depth as usual! Re: Live Looping of Audio input, what do you think? It seems like there isn't a vertical mixer for all tracks, is that true?
Thanks! It includes a looper so yes. What do you mean by vertical mixer?
@@loopop But is it intuitive enough to use while perfroming, possibly? I meant a mixer with all the channels as vertical sliders side by side, as in ableton.
Amazing review... again! Can you explain what is the “remote” option in the midi/sync menu?
Thanks! I think it's the USB B Device jack (from the computer) but I've not tested it... if someone else knows for sure please comment...
Hello, great video, just had a question about the MPC live II. I am planning on taking the live II with me when travelling on international trips, just wondered if I could use an international plug converter or would I need a transformer when using the 19V MPC power supply? Love the content keep up the great work, Thanks, RMS
Thanks! On the power supply I have there's no need for a transformer - just an adapter, but an easy way to find out is, if it says 110v-240v on the power brick you're good to go. If it just says 110v, you'll need a transformer.
Hi loopop, thanks for you awesome videos. I am wondering if I can multi track export a song with at least 8 audio tracks recorded one by one from external synths into ableton? Do you know if this is possible?