If I had to downsize the studio to just one machine, this would be it. It's a one-stop shop for synths/drum/sampling/time stretch/looping/effects/sequencing. It may not do them all perfectly or efficiently, but it overcomes the limitations of most machines out there while still feeling like a performance instrument.
I bought a MC-707 last summer after realizing that I could be wrong about what it could actually do beyond the weird vibes its name was giving me and as a result, I have picked up several pieces of the Roland Aira lineup to become a true fanboy lol 😂 The MC-707 is already much deeper and wider now than it was last summer to the point that starting an analysis all over again on what it is and can do is necessary. Hands down, it has quickly become one of my best gear purchases independent of a desktop computer and yet it can work well with any DAW! It is possibly the best kept secret weapon for hip hop that people are not sharing! Go black and green and don’t look so mean lol 😂 🎯🎯🎯🎯
What up, Roney. Fellow MC-707 owner here. I think the two things that are bothering me are 1. The default drum kits are all basically the 909 kit with one kick and one snare changed. They could've done wayyyyy better in terms of the drums that shipped with the unit. 2. We need a synth editor (and sample utility) for Mac/PC/iOS badly. The synth engine is super deep and sounds great, but editing on that screen is a chore. Otherwise.. I'm happy. Super easy to sequence on once you get the flow. Peace.
@@mikenoface I agree! From seeing editors appear for other devices when they were least expected from third party developers, I believe that an editor is either on the way or already exists and we have not discovered it yet lol 😂 I recently found 2 for an old Yamaha keyboard that I have as well as seeing that Omnisphere will edit the JD-Xi and others. Since Roland Cloud exists, it may be our best bet in the short term. Peace ✌🏾
@@mikenoface I actually sold my 707 because the drum kits are awful. Roland should be ashamed of itself for releasing a $1000 machine with terrible drum kits. I would of forgiven them if there was an easy way to make your own kits. I even bought the ones from Roland Cloud and they were still 909s!! SMH
It has been full year and I now see that many of our wish list items have been checked off plus the chains have been moved for big first downs back to back! Are there any items left or add-ons to be desired as seen elsewhere? With everything Roland has added to the MC-707, it seems that the trends and tides moving between hardware and software are being eliminated and unified. How are you doing with your MC-707 these days and what gear and DAWs are you connecting it to?
Amazing series about gear history! I love your approach to this, so easy to understand, and very fun to watch! This unit is now 790€ here in France. I like it but I am leaning towards the MC-101 for portability and enough for my needs.
with the new partial editing on the latest update its a great time to get a mc-101. Or maybe wait for the bug fix update (drums broke on the commercial sound packs lol)
Much like the 909, it had a bumpy start but with the updates and bug fixes, it’s a stellar piece of gear. The zencore is really great for sound design. The sequencer blows away the 909. Sneaky great performance design. They cut the fat and boosted the lean meaty parts. You can pick one up used for less than 700!
@@MeneTekelUpharsin as far as presets go, there are thousands. And it’s easy to design any sound you would want. Like all synths, it has some drawbacks. You have to choose between ring mod or sync - you can’t have both affecting the same two oscillators. The filters, like most virtual analog filters are not great. Good but not great. The sequencer is nearly perfect but a huge drawback is that it does not have probability per note - something even a 300.00 Novation Tracks sequencer has. It’s been an update request for years but still no probability.
You are so right about the way they market the different products, all that prejudice affects the company more than anyone else. Regarding the MC707, the thing that cancels my buy is that it has only 16 clip rows per project.. that's a very short live set, for a techno head like me :p
Love your videos man. Funny that I’m a Fl kid who started working on the MC-707 during COVID and you just made those videos back to back. Love it ahahaha.
In fact this is more a RC707 than an MC707... MV1 could have been the bastard child between MV8800 and Sp555 but Roland will need 2 years of firmware updates to get the idea about switching scenes from external midi. ATM nothing like that is implemented (and midi implementation chart is sad af...)
The MC707 is nice. Like two Sp404s and a synth with a better sequencer. Audio over usb is dope. You may need to hit those Yamaha groove boxes next. The Rs7000 and the Su700 are some real overlooked gems.
It looks like a midi step sequencing keyboard without the keyboard. I used Roland gear for years, MC 505 202 & 303. They used to be the very best of the best. They still have a place in my heart, even though I converted to Akai gear since then. Awesome
i had one and sold it last year, but recently bought one again. after a week with it back in the studio, ive come to the conclusion that this is the best groovebox for house / techno. also works great as a brain for an external setup. def not an MV, more related to the legendary mc-303, mc-505, and mc-909. in a v2 would love them to keep the small screen, enhance the build quality / material, some software enhancements and I think we'd be gucci
I'm trying to decide between mc707 and mv-1. I don't care about small screens. I work in front of a computer 12+ hours a day, music is a hobby I want to take away from the computer and go sit in a corner and just create. Mv-1 lacks the adjustability of the mc707 but the vocal recording ability and effect attract me. I'm not into things like the Mpc and it's workflow. I want simple, even if limited
@@DyReckProductions It's let me do some crazy stuff to my samples already. I'm excited for the new scene chain feature (song mode on other instruments) cuz it'll let me rap and move around onstage without having to tweak it too much manually
@DyReckProductions. Hey Native Shades So upon doing some research the Roland MicroComposer MC-202 came out one year before the famous Roland TB-303 and as far as famous artists that used the Roland MicroComposer MC-202 the American Electronic Music Duo The Crystal Method used the Roland MicroComposer MC-202 on their Track Cherry Twist from their 1997 Debut Album Vegas.
YES - re the Roland MC-x0x grooveboxes were always marketed to DJs and techno / EDM makers. I don't rap but I do hip-hop-ish and I've always used them (currently MC-909). Nobody else posting MC-909 videos (or any MC-x0x) is doing hip hop vibes. And likewise the MPC has the reputation for the hip-hop and ppl don't realize its equally competent for EDM. The guys who did the Stranger Things 80s analog synth vibe theme music used MPCs, people were surprised because they thought MPCs are for hip-hop. So ridiculous. RZA using the MC-909 is the only publicized exception I recall.
@DyReck Productions. You should a Video on the most underappriecated piece of Analog equipment, the Roland MicroComposer MC-202 which is a combination of the Roland SH-101 and the Roland TB-303. The only Artist that ever used it was The Crystal Method when they used it on their track Cherry Twist from their 1997 Debut Album Vegas.
Guitar center online has them used for around $750-$800 , sometimes you can catch them cheaper than that. And you got 45 days to return it if you dont like it Lol
Motion record lacking but hopefully we will get the update that focused on recording basic pitch bend/mod from your preferred midi keyboard. I'm sure everyone is wondering about this
@@stevewoywitka3258 I think I understand what you mean. Using external controller and what that cc values to be recorded by the 707. Look for a sequencer like the Arturia Keystep Pro maybe?
@@stevewoywitka3258 I think I understand what you mean. Using external controller and want that cc values to be recorded by the 707. Look for a sequencer like the Arturia Keystep Pro maybe? However, I'm not sure if this isn't just a matter of right setup. I will try that out later.
They just released 1.7 update & said they'll be continuing product support with a few more updates...The 707 is a beast but i hope theyre able to increase the sample memory on the next update.... The sp404 has 24hrs of sample time... i dont see why they couldnt do it for the 707
Akai Force OR Maschine Plus combined with MC707 = slept on hugely powerful combo!! Adding anything else is a bonus (controller, keyboard, synth, real instruments, vocals, DAW, etc). ✌️
Funny video! :) I get my 707 tomorrow, super hyped! A question though, do you know the guy shown twice in your video (like 7:41) who is using the 707 on that big festival stage? I am curious, because I have a Dj background myself and consider using this baby as life performance addition, too 😻
I think the reason why they don't advertise the MC707 to the hip hop crowd is because Roland had said their intention with the MC707 was more for DJs and live performance. There is no song mode, though they literally just released an update that added Scene chaining after about 2 years of people asking for it. The verse lab is more for making songs, it has a song mode, let's you record vocals etc. Personally I would still go with the MC707 because it's a really nice groovebox with a very nice (though maybe not intuitive) sample/synth engine built in and the screen is better than that calculator displays they got on the MV.
Yeah I feel you on the screen..They should have made the one on the MV-1 much bigger..I think thats why they dont let you go too much into the Zencore on the MV-1.
Rad, new DyReck! Speaking of the Roland Groove series, do you plan on covering more grooveboxes like the MC303/505, or some of the early Korg Electribes?
@@DyReckProductions Oh dope, gotta check that out! Just got a 303 for a stupid deal, and I'm getting real curious about the other ones. Keep cranking out the bangers, my dude.
@@tekbeatz I think they just stepped out the game. Truth be told those two boxes can still stand up to all the new stuff. Su700 has the best sampling workflow ever and the RS sequencer still hasn't been duplicated. By the way love your music.
Huh? Akai has been doing nothing but since they released the Live so many years back. Not only have the developers been responsive to user feature requests, they actually do make it into the MPCs eventually. I mean compare MPC 2.0 versus 2.9 and it's almost a whole new machine. Compare the Force 3.0 versus 3.0.6 and that is 100% a whole new machine. Akai has been more responsive to users than Native Instruments or Roland have ever been imo.
I think Akai does good when it comes to listening to customers..I just hope Roland continues to listen.. They have a habit of getting you hyped up then deserting you once they put out a new piece of gear.
@@apoclypse I'm not in US. Akai won't answer my tickets asking for repair. I tried everywhere, even sent a letter. 1 month and nothing. Native Instruments I've had a problem with a Maschine and their repaired for free, no questions, just sent the ticket to the support and done.
I hope they: add an undo function, increase the pattern size limit to 999 measures, let you save synth patches independent of the project, sample to the SD card, open MIDI messages to allow a full featured synth editor, enable ext MIDI keyboard to use the chord and scale functions. Otherwise it's perfect 😂
Boombap Art and Accurate Beats dropped a Hip hop vid for this unit, this unit is solid , like the old tr808 very addictive ! So up next The Yamaha RS 7000 drop that " wat happened was "........
I really liked the MC-707 too but that screen is just too small. I really wish they had put a bigger screen on it or a video out for a monitor screen connection. :-(
I was at CES in Las Vegas right before covid hit and Roland had a booth there. I met the product rep guy Peter (shown in this video) and told him the same thing. I held my iPhone up to where the screen on the MC-707 is and said "See this should have been bigger, had tilt for different view angles, and touch screen". He looked shocked like I was speaking alien but he took a picture of it and said he's show the higher ups.
I had been waiting on Roland to drop this MC follow up Groovebox. With modern features and sounds for 20 years! It lacks a song mode and there are just TOo many sounds - not trying to browse 3.000 + presets on that small lcd screen - Roland was really close with this one-- they still managed to f-- it up tho, I can’t justify buying that for dawless use
the nardwuar of gear-heads ) just kidding. feeling your reviews deeply man - thats the way to look and listen to our beloved arsenal of equipment. respect
Hahha my man said the Fugees breaking up lol. I'd like to pretend like I like the MC707 but as a TR8S owner I feel like Roland slapped us in the face. We've been asking for a few basic updates for a good long while from Roland and they just ignored us and gave all the love to the MC707.... on top of that the MC707 does everything the TR8S does. So it's like why do I even own this thing anymore?
@@AJWise lol, that thing is WHACK. I mean don't get me wrong the TR8S is still a drum banging beast but it's like come on Roland you gave the MC707 the same goodies and then some but with pads and all those features.
because those are completely different beasts, but yet great on their fields. You see - MC707 is as bad sampler as MPC Live (for example) is. On the other side - I really don't know why MPC Live is called ... Live :-) MC707 with faders the way the workflow is layout is far better "live" tool.
Between this MC 707 & the TR 08s, I really don't know which one to get. I've been stuck between the two for a while now. I have the Roland DJ 808 DJ controller, and have a hard time understanding how to make the most out of the beat machine / sequencer. If you're familiar with the 3 of these which one would be the easiest to learn and be able to use? I'm coming from a DJing background and don't have a whole lot of knowledge on these types of beat machine controllers, but I would like to purchase one bc I am also trying to start up a Record Label / Recording Studio
Out of the 3 of them I would get the 707 because of the Zencore, synth features, And the flexible sequencer features.. Its easy to make a beat on it because you can just use it like a step sequencer...And it has all the vintage sounds from past roland machines..I think you get more for your money with the 707..even if you don't understand it yet..when you do you'll be good to go.
@@DyReckProductions Alright, is the 707 pretty easy for someone that has made beats using a beat machine to understand. Like if I had some producers rent some studio time to make a beat would the 707 be something they can pick up on quickly, if they were to be coming from a MPC style beat machine, or something similar.
@@carlos_mann Well If there coming from an MPC style workflow than I would go for the MPC ONE..Its extremely easy to use once you get the hang of loading your sounds and getting started.. There's a million videos on it on CZcams and even if you don't find what your looking for searching CZcams for the MPC ONE..You can always do a search for the MPC Live or the X they all share the same software so anything you need there's a video for it on CZcams..Its better than the 707 and its $700..So its $300 dollars cheaper than the 707.
@@DyReckProductions it´s somewhat crazy. the cheaper product mv-1 has song mode! another joke: the 8-track pattern sequencer of the juno-ds has no swing/shuffle function. in contrast, the 4-track pattern sequencer of the cheaper jd-xi HAS a swing/shuffle function. roland suckz imo.
Different beast. Fewer tracks. More focused on light arrangement and song production with vocal recording and effects being a core part of what it does. 707 is a better performance machine IMO. it's a better groovebox.
As usual Roland wrecking amazing machines with hardware constraints to finally (after the price drops years later) make some firmware updates and get the things it should had in the release (like Mv1). This machine was what Novation Circuit news should had been (the tracks and the other) but also it isn't what Roland should had released (in fact the Toraiz seems more Roland thant Roland even with no firmware updates never loool). Then you put few ram on this mc707 alongside that joke of screen... and ask for 1k... wtf Roland? When this machine get lower at price it will be perfect for modders who will probably expand the internal memory (after crack the chips probably custom by Roland), then add a proper screen or VGA/HDMI output (maybe Roland will give Zenbeats support to this?) like people did with Mpcs and jjOSXL...
Its not a sampler really its a full blown synthesizer and prolly the best multifx unit ever made thing has all the boss pedals and their iconic tape echo all inside that box. Put it with a midi keyboard and let the legendary roland synths games begin. They had the mc909 for them hip hop jungle guys but it got shadowed by the mpc 4000 so they prolly said fffk it lets aim to the techno house dudes🤣 i aint never changing my mpc x and 4000 i can make 3hrs live techno.with my mpc x and a tr8s oh i am a techno dude.🤣 I have a juno a jdxa and a system 8 for them roland synths. But this could be a very good solution if ya into strictly hypnotic dub techno with em short atmospheres and aggreassive basslines with bit of emo pads. Its a killer box there. I know dudes make 1hr sets with it on that dub sound. But for other genres. Hm..also the sound vs tr8s and mpc.. is less. Comes.more.hot outside and you can hear it too on the final mix. But job well.done roland for making a memorabilia box and a killer effector all in one.
As a hip hop producer...the MC 707 has become the centerpiece of my production suite. I've always favored the groovebox workflow. This machine is 🔥
Nice!
If I had to downsize the studio to just one machine, this would be it. It's a one-stop shop for synths/drum/sampling/time stretch/looping/effects/sequencing. It may not do them all perfectly or efficiently, but it overcomes the limitations of most machines out there while still feeling like a performance instrument.
True.
I bought a MC-707 last summer after realizing that I could be wrong about what it could actually do beyond the weird vibes its name was giving me and as a result, I have picked up several pieces of the Roland Aira lineup to become a true fanboy lol 😂 The MC-707 is already much deeper and wider now than it was last summer to the point that starting an analysis all over again on what it is and can do is necessary. Hands down, it has quickly become one of my best gear purchases independent of a desktop computer and yet it can work well with any DAW! It is possibly the best kept secret weapon for hip hop that people are not sharing! Go black and green and don’t look so mean lol 😂 🎯🎯🎯🎯
I feel you on that..Its definitely a secret weapon.
What up, Roney. Fellow MC-707 owner here. I think the two things that are bothering me are 1. The default drum kits are all basically the 909 kit with one kick and one snare changed. They could've done wayyyyy better in terms of the drums that shipped with the unit. 2. We need a synth editor (and sample utility) for Mac/PC/iOS badly. The synth engine is super deep and sounds great, but editing on that screen is a chore. Otherwise.. I'm happy. Super easy to sequence on once you get the flow. Peace.
@@mikenoface I agree! From seeing editors appear for other devices when they were least expected from third party developers, I believe that an editor is either on the way or already exists and we have not discovered it yet lol 😂
I recently found 2 for an old Yamaha keyboard that I have as well as seeing that Omnisphere will edit the JD-Xi and others.
Since Roland Cloud exists, it may be our best bet in the short term. Peace ✌🏾
@@mikenoface I actually sold my 707 because the drum kits are awful. Roland should be ashamed of itself for releasing a $1000 machine with terrible drum kits. I would of forgiven them if there was an easy way to make your own kits. I even bought the ones from Roland Cloud and they were still 909s!! SMH
It has been full year and I now see that many of our wish list items have been checked off plus the chains have been moved for big first downs back to back!
Are there any items left or add-ons to be desired as seen elsewhere?
With everything Roland has added to the MC-707, it seems that the trends and tides moving between hardware and software are being eliminated and unified.
How are you doing with your MC-707 these days and what gear and DAWs are you connecting it to?
I click your videos so quickly these days. I’m 30 seconds in but you’ve already got my like because you never disappoint. :)
Lol. Thanks bro I appreciate it.
Same here, good shit
@@drebone1986 Thanks.
Facts sane here
I can relate. His videos be the first ones I tap into every time I get on here and see that he got a new upload. Loyal viewer type ish lol
Amazing series about gear history! I love your approach to this, so easy to understand, and very fun to watch! This unit is now 790€ here in France. I like it but I am leaning towards the MC-101 for portability and enough for my needs.
Thanks bro!..Oh ok the MC 101 ..As long as you dont mind it having four tracks..Its pretty cool.
with the new partial editing on the latest update its a great time to get a mc-101. Or maybe wait for the bug fix update (drums broke on the commercial sound packs lol)
Much like the 909, it had a bumpy start but with the updates and bug fixes, it’s a stellar piece of gear. The zencore is really great for sound design. The sequencer blows away the 909. Sneaky great performance design. They cut the fat and boosted the lean meaty parts. You can pick one up used for less than 700!
Oh ok nice!..Got to check out Ebay lol.
Does it have the sounds from the 909 and JP-8000?
@@MeneTekelUpharsin as far as presets go, there are thousands. And it’s easy to design any sound you would want. Like all synths, it has some drawbacks. You have to choose between ring mod or sync - you can’t have both affecting the same two oscillators. The filters, like most virtual analog filters are not great. Good but not great. The sequencer is nearly perfect but a huge drawback is that it does not have probability per note - something even a 300.00 Novation Tracks sequencer has. It’s been an update request for years but still no probability.
You can find used 707's used for around 700, and very often at 800.
800 means you can probably talk it down to 700-750.
True.
I’ve seen them for sale at 550 on uk eBay , I think the small screen and small amount of pads is making people ditch them and buy the mpc one instead
You are so right about the way they market the different products, all that prejudice affects the company more than anyone else. Regarding the MC707, the thing that cancels my buy is that it has only 16 clip rows per project.. that's a very short live set, for a techno head like me :p
czcams.com/video/rZET3FyS7Us/video.html This might work for you...Have a good one, 3EO.
Dope dope!!! Never would though you would cover a pretty recent hardware!!!! Loving this series!!!!
Thanks fam.
Love your videos man. Funny that I’m a Fl kid who started working on the MC-707 during COVID and you just made those videos back to back. Love it ahahaha.
Lol. No doubt.
Would be great if you did a video on the older classic late 90s Roland grooveboxes - 505, 909 etc.
No doubt fam..Got some coming up.
Roland could have increased the sample time if they wanted to, but they want you to buy their loopers as well.
Lol. That sucks..I hate when they hold something back instead of just giving the people what they want.
😔
In fact this is more a RC707 than an MC707... MV1 could have been the bastard child between MV8800 and Sp555 but Roland will need 2 years of firmware updates to get the idea about switching scenes from external midi. ATM nothing like that is implemented (and midi implementation chart is sad af...)
That's crazy, the mv 8k had a whole album worth of sample time
Lol.
One of the best you tubers my friend , your videos are always informative and funny , your energy bounces man
Thanks bro I appreciate it.
The MC707 is nice. Like two Sp404s and a synth with a better sequencer. Audio over usb is dope. You may need to hit those Yamaha groove boxes next. The Rs7000 and the Su700 are some real overlooked gems.
I had the RS7000 IT WAS A BEAST !!!
AND WITH A FOOT PEDAL TO LOCK THE SAMPLES TO LOOP, CRAZY INSANE NO DOUBT A CLASSIC !
Yeah man.
It looks like a midi step sequencing keyboard without the keyboard. I used Roland gear for years, MC 505 202 & 303. They used to be the very best of the best. They still have a place in my heart, even though I converted to Akai gear since then. Awesome
Yeah the work flow is similar to those older drum machines..But it does have a real time record if you dont want to use the step sequencer.
i had one and sold it last year, but recently bought one again. after a week with it back in the studio, ive come to the conclusion that this is the best groovebox for house / techno. also works great as a brain for an external setup. def not an MV, more related to the legendary mc-303, mc-505, and mc-909. in a v2 would love them to keep the small screen, enhance the build quality / material, some software enhancements and I think we'd be gucci
I feel you..The good thing is they been updating it..Lets see how long that lasts.
I'm trying to decide between mc707 and mv-1. I don't care about small screens. I work in front of a computer 12+ hours a day, music is a hobby I want to take away from the computer and go sit in a corner and just create. Mv-1 lacks the adjustability of the mc707 but the vocal recording ability and effect attract me. I'm not into things like the Mpc and it's workflow. I want simple, even if limited
@@emomagica what kinda music you trying to make? if you're big on vocals, I think the mv-1 may be a better option in general
@@Thought-Forms synthwave synth pop lofi, vaporwave, electronica with vocals
Hell yeah, I use one of these now and I love it
Yeah I think its way better than the verselab.
@@DyReckProductions It's let me do some crazy stuff to my samples already. I'm excited for the new scene chain feature (song mode on other instruments) cuz it'll let me rap and move around onstage without having to tweak it too much manually
@@nocoolkidsallowed8787 I feel u.
@DyReckProductions. Hey Native Shades So upon doing some research the Roland MicroComposer MC-202 came out one year before the famous Roland TB-303 and as far as famous artists that used the Roland MicroComposer MC-202 the American Electronic Music Duo The Crystal Method used the Roland MicroComposer MC-202 on their Track Cherry Twist from their 1997 Debut Album Vegas.
Oh Wow!!..On the 202!..Nice!!
YES - re the Roland MC-x0x grooveboxes were always marketed to DJs and techno / EDM makers. I don't rap but I do hip-hop-ish and I've always used them (currently MC-909). Nobody else posting MC-909 videos (or any MC-x0x) is doing hip hop vibes. And likewise the MPC has the reputation for the hip-hop and ppl don't realize its equally competent for EDM. The guys who did the Stranger Things 80s analog synth vibe theme music used MPCs, people were surprised because they thought MPCs are for hip-hop. So ridiculous. RZA using the MC-909 is the only publicized exception I recall.
I actually want one now, dope video
Lol. I feel u.
@DyReck Productions. You should a Video on the most underappriecated piece of Analog equipment, the Roland MicroComposer MC-202 which is a combination of the Roland SH-101 and the Roland TB-303. The only Artist that ever used it was The Crystal Method when they used it on their track Cherry Twist from their 1997 Debut Album Vegas.
Your videos are really helping me make it through this 2nd vaccine phew
Lmao!
Please keep these coming I Love these vids
Lol No Doubt fam!
Guitar center online has them used for around $750-$800 , sometimes you can catch them cheaper than that. And you got 45 days to return it if you dont like it Lol
The firmware updates have really improved its value #MC101 #MC707 #Roland #Dawless #DyReck_Productions
Yo I didn't expect this one! Seriously might consider picking one of these up if the price is right. I'd like to see your take the Akai Force next!
Lol. No doubt.
Motion record lacking but hopefully we will get the update that focused on recording basic pitch bend/mod from your preferred midi keyboard. I'm sure everyone is wondering about this
It got motion recording right from the beginning. I don't know what you mean.
@@monkeytheo the 707 will not record cc values from a midi controler. It reaction is nice but not recording the motion. Do you understand now
@@stevewoywitka3258 I think I understand what you mean. Using external controller and what that cc values to be recorded by the 707.
Look for a sequencer like the Arturia Keystep Pro maybe?
@@stevewoywitka3258 I think I understand what you mean. Using external controller and want that cc values to be recorded by the 707.
Look for a sequencer like the Arturia Keystep Pro maybe?
However, I'm not sure if this isn't just a matter of right setup.
I will try that out later.
You should definitely do one for the EMU SP1200 & the Ensoniq ASR-X
Lol..Your reading my mind.
So, right now you CAN find these for around $700 on the used market....
Oh ok.
First time i see this lol and it’s almost 2023
Lol.
They just released 1.7 update & said they'll be continuing product support with a few more updates...The 707 is a beast but i hope theyre able to increase the sample memory on the next update.... The sp404 has 24hrs of sample time... i dont see why they couldnt do it for the 707
Yeah I feel you if they increase the sample time that would be dope.
@WAXO THE FOOL True.
I think I know why 💰💰>💰
Akai Force OR Maschine Plus combined with MC707 = slept on hugely powerful combo!! Adding anything else is a bonus (controller, keyboard, synth, real instruments, vocals, DAW, etc). ✌️
That would be nice.
Dope video! I got one a year ago and I love it. This thing sounds amazing! 😎
No doubt.
Fam always on time with the dopeness
Shoot
Lol. No doubt.
I lucked out and got mine for $750. The faceplate is slightly lifted on one corner though, imma fix it. I love that thing.
Funny video! :) I get my 707 tomorrow, super hyped!
A question though, do you know the guy shown twice in your video (like 7:41) who is using the 707 on that big festival stage? I am curious, because I have a Dj background myself and consider using this baby as life performance addition, too 😻
Also, still $1000? Here in Germany you can get it for around €800 (I payed 600 for an almost new unit on Ebay, lol)
The guy is Christian Varela
this man could sell me on the features of a mcdouble
Lmao!
I think the reason why they don't advertise the MC707 to the hip hop crowd is because Roland had said their intention with the MC707 was more for DJs and live performance. There is no song mode, though they literally just released an update that added Scene chaining after about 2 years of people asking for it. The verse lab is more for making songs, it has a song mode, let's you record vocals etc. Personally I would still go with the MC707 because it's a really nice groovebox with a very nice (though maybe not intuitive) sample/synth engine built in and the screen is better than that calculator displays they got on the MV.
Yeah I feel you on the screen..They should have made the one on the MV-1 much bigger..I think thats why they dont let you go too much into the Zencore on the MV-1.
Rad, new DyReck! Speaking of the Roland Groove series, do you plan on covering more grooveboxes like the MC303/505, or some of the early Korg Electribes?
Just did a video on the 808..Im thinking of doing one on the 505 pretty soon.
@@DyReckProductions Oh dope, gotta check that out! Just got a 303 for a stupid deal, and I'm getting real curious about the other ones. Keep cranking out the bangers, my dude.
@@terminalglimmer No doubt fam.
Dude you gotta do what happened to thee Akai Advance controller keyboard.
Lol. True..I wanted one when it first came out.
Thanks ....very entertaining 👏
You should do one on Yamaha SU700 that's my machine till this day. Wish Yamaha update a new SU700.
Yes, and the RS7000. Yamaha really needs to get on the ball.
@@omannpro haven't heard nothing from Yamaha new groove box. Wonder why.
@@tekbeatz I think they just stepped out the game. Truth be told those two boxes can still stand up to all the new stuff. Su700 has the best sampling workflow ever and the RS sequencer still hasn't been duplicated. By the way love your music.
I feel u.
Listening to customers is a DOPE feature! If only AKAI was that nice with their buyers...
Huh? Akai has been doing nothing but since they released the Live so many years back. Not only have the developers been responsive to user feature requests, they actually do make it into the MPCs eventually. I mean compare MPC 2.0 versus 2.9 and it's almost a whole new machine. Compare the Force 3.0 versus 3.0.6 and that is 100% a whole new machine. Akai has been more responsive to users than Native Instruments or Roland have ever been imo.
I think Akai does good when it comes to listening to customers..I just hope Roland continues to listen.. They have a habit of getting you hyped up then deserting you once they put out a new piece of gear.
@@DyReckProductions This. Roland isn't known for long-terms support. Once they got something new out they get ADHD type quick.
@@apoclypse I'm not in US. Akai won't answer my tickets asking for repair. I tried everywhere, even sent a letter. 1 month and nothing. Native Instruments I've had a problem with a Maschine and their repaired for free, no questions, just sent the ticket to the support and done.
ayyye thats my homie at the beginning...pete is cool af
Lol. No doubt.
Make sure y’all check out that Zen core engine 😂😂😂😂😂😂
I saw this video in my recommendations and I was like dayum didn't Roland just release this last year. What did they muck up this time?
Lol.
Dope machine, classic roland sound kits plus a sampler in one unit and can be found at a good price.
Yup.
@@DyReckProductions ✋
I might just cop
I feel u.
I really appreciate 🙏 your work
Thanks fam!
I hope they: add an undo function, increase the pattern size limit to 999 measures, let you save synth patches independent of the project, sample to the SD card, open MIDI messages to allow a full featured synth editor, enable ext MIDI keyboard to use the chord and scale functions. Otherwise it's perfect 😂
Lol I feel you.
Very nice presentation!
Thanks fam.
How do you compare this to the MC 909?
Mc-909 all the way in my opinion
@@trixtrix1536 Why do you prefer the MC-909?
Boombap Art and Accurate Beats dropped a Hip hop vid for this unit, this unit is solid , like the old tr808 very addictive !
So up next The Yamaha RS 7000 drop that " wat happened was "........
Lol. No doubt.
i agree!! all these corporate always demo edm music instead of hip hop with their new products ...
Lol. Yup.
I really liked the MC-707 too but that screen is just too small. I really wish they had put a bigger screen on it or a video out for a monitor screen connection. :-(
Video monitor out would be dope.
I was at CES in Las Vegas right before covid hit and Roland had a booth there. I met the product rep guy Peter (shown in this video) and told him the same thing. I held my iPhone up to where the screen on the MC-707 is and said "See this should have been bigger, had tilt for different view angles, and touch screen". He looked shocked like I was speaking alien but he took a picture of it and said he's show the higher ups.
That's Peter from Roland.
Yeah man.
I had been waiting on Roland to drop this MC follow up Groovebox. With modern features and sounds for 20 years! It lacks a song mode and there are just TOo many sounds - not trying to browse 3.000 + presets on that small lcd screen - Roland was really close with this one-- they still managed to f-- it up tho, I can’t justify buying that for dawless use
I thought they added an update where you could link all the sequences.
the nardwuar of gear-heads ) just kidding. feeling your reviews deeply man - thats the way to look and listen to our beloved arsenal of equipment. respect
No doubt fam Thanks.
Hahha my man said the Fugees breaking up lol. I'd like to pretend like I like the MC707 but as a TR8S owner I feel like Roland slapped us in the face. We've been asking for a few basic updates for a good long while from Roland and they just ignored us and gave all the love to the MC707.... on top of that the MC707 does everything the TR8S does. So it's like why do I even own this thing anymore?
Get a Beringer RD-8.
Lol. I feel u.
@@AJWise lol, that thing is WHACK. I mean don't get me wrong the TR8S is still a drum banging beast but it's like come on Roland you gave the MC707 the same goodies and then some but with pads and all those features.
One thing TR8s and 6s have that MC-707 does not is the FM drum synth engine. But I hear you.
🤬😡 IM VERY UPSET RIGHT NOW!! IM PUTTING THAT THING BACK IN THE BOX AND SENDING IT BACK. AND SEND THIS. ITS WHAT I 🤔 THOUGHT I WAS GETTING!!!!!!
Lamo!
The MC 707!!!!
There was never comparison to the rest of the MC lineup? That's weird? MV was more along the lines of MPC
True.
because those are completely different beasts, but yet great on their fields. You see - MC707 is as bad sampler as MPC Live (for example) is. On the other side - I really don't know why MPC Live is called ... Live :-) MC707 with faders the way the workflow is layout is far better "live" tool.
Between this MC 707 & the TR 08s, I really don't know which one to get. I've been stuck between the two for a while now. I have the Roland DJ 808 DJ controller, and have a hard time understanding how to make the most out of the beat machine / sequencer. If you're familiar with the 3 of these which one would be the easiest to learn and be able to use? I'm coming from a DJing background and don't have a whole lot of knowledge on these types of beat machine controllers, but I would like to purchase one bc I am also trying to start up a Record Label / Recording Studio
Out of the 3 of them I would get the 707 because of the Zencore, synth features, And the flexible sequencer features.. Its easy to make a beat on it because you can just use it like a step sequencer...And it has all the vintage sounds from past roland machines..I think you get more for your money with the 707..even if you don't understand it yet..when you do you'll be good to go.
@@DyReckProductions
Alright, is the 707 pretty easy for someone that has made beats using a beat machine to understand. Like if I had some producers rent some studio time to make a beat would the 707 be something they can pick up on quickly, if they were to be coming from a MPC style beat machine, or something similar.
@@carlos_mann Well If there coming from an MPC style workflow than I would go for the MPC ONE..Its extremely easy to use once you get the hang of loading your sounds and getting started.. There's a million videos on it on CZcams and even if you don't find what your looking for searching CZcams for the MPC ONE..You can always do a search for the MPC Live or the X they all share the same software so anything you need there's a video for it on CZcams..Its better than the 707 and its $700..So its $300 dollars cheaper than the 707.
@@DyReckProductions
Alright cool thanks for your help!!
@@carlos_mann Np.
Asr pro x is next please
Lol. I feel u.
still no song mode.
Dang!
@@DyReckProductions it´s somewhat crazy. the cheaper product mv-1 has song mode! another joke: the 8-track pattern sequencer of the juno-ds has no swing/shuffle function. in contrast, the 4-track pattern sequencer of the cheaper jd-xi HAS a swing/shuffle function. roland suckz imo.
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Why not go with the Verselab?
Different beast. Fewer tracks. More focused on light arrangement and song production with vocal recording and effects being a core part of what it does.
707 is a better performance machine IMO. it's a better groovebox.
@@strangersun7721 That makes sense but you got 8 tracks on that one too? I think Verselab is better for vocals and songs creation sketch pad
@WAXO THE FOOL Bullshit, it depends on what you would like to do. Garbage with integration to Zenbeats too
As usual Roland wrecking amazing machines with hardware constraints to finally (after the price drops years later) make some firmware updates and get the things it should had in the release (like Mv1). This machine was what Novation Circuit news should had been (the tracks and the other) but also it isn't what Roland should had released (in fact the Toraiz seems more Roland thant Roland even with no firmware updates never loool). Then you put few ram on this mc707 alongside that joke of screen... and ask for 1k... wtf Roland?
When this machine get lower at price it will be perfect for modders who will probably expand the internal memory (after crack the chips probably custom by Roland), then add a proper screen or VGA/HDMI output (maybe Roland will give Zenbeats support to this?) like people did with Mpcs and jjOSXL...
Lol Yeah Roland is a strange company.. Always doing only what they want to do..And alot of times forgetting about the customer.
Roland fucked up again.
Lol.
They should have made the sampling and editing and chopping much better. This is a huge disappointment!
They dont have too much sampling options..Its enough to get by..But I feel you for $1,000 It should have more.
Its not a sampler really its a full blown synthesizer and prolly the best multifx unit ever made thing has all the boss pedals and their iconic tape echo all inside that box. Put it with a midi keyboard and let the legendary roland synths games begin. They had the mc909 for them hip hop jungle guys but it got shadowed by the mpc 4000 so they prolly said fffk it lets aim to the techno house dudes🤣 i aint never changing my mpc x and 4000 i can make 3hrs live techno.with my mpc x and a tr8s oh i am a techno dude.🤣 I have a juno a jdxa and a system 8 for them roland synths. But this could be a very good solution if ya into strictly hypnotic dub techno with em short atmospheres and aggreassive basslines with bit of emo pads. Its a killer box there. I know dudes make 1hr sets with it on that dub sound. But for other genres. Hm..also the sound vs tr8s and mpc.. is less. Comes.more.hot outside and you can hear it too on the final mix. But job well.done roland for making a memorabilia box and a killer effector all in one.
Yeah Roland did a good job with this..Much better than the Verselab.
Loved the MV. Rather had one of them.
MOTIF next, Kronos next
The Kronos is nice.
i really like the mc 707. ill probably be using it till they come out with a better one.
Its pretty dope.
get deluge. never look back.
They needed a MPC live screen
That would be dope!
Your getting 😂😂😂😂😂😂
Facts lol
Lol. No doubt.