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Tmfp
Published on 11/13/06 at 02:14
I use the base config for 1 month (16MB, no CD, no internal hard disk) and that is enough for now. I think buying more RAM in the short term for the price, Akai could make an effort to 128MB base. One point less.
I do not have internal drive because I connect the MPC directly to my iBook to store data and it suits me.
I do not need to drive / CD-ROM because I sample my CDs and DVDs from my iBook to the analog input of the MPC. Grain A / D converters is just great!
Update: I have the MPC for several months now. I boosted the RAM to 128 (256MB PC133 SODIMM barette standard 47 euros which works perfectly). This is clearly more enjoyable for the same sampler and ressampler loops with and without effects. I also added a 80GB Hitachi hard drive. It's more convenient to have an internal hard drive (100 euros) to store the samples and projects.
UTILIZATION
I have always used the software (Ableton Live on iBook) and the passage of MPC was smooth. This is the first time I use an MPC and I likened its use very quickly, the interface is exemplary and we understand very quickly how to use it. The manual is very clear and well written (in English). I was a bit scared at the start before finding how to use the quantization of the legendary beast but once the quantization set correctly (I use mainly the quantization 1 / 16 Swing 50%) everything is back to the order. The new firmware 1.2 has resolved some bugs that I identified with the functions and Trim Chop.
Which is great fun, the whole: it's heavy, it's tough, it's enjoyable to use, it does not tire of typing on the pads! The wheel is the only thing that is cheap with his iPod but rattle style plastic. One point less for the dial.
SOUNDS
As the saying goes "Garbage in, garbage out! ". It all depends on what you put into it. But from the moment you sample the good sound, big sound is guaranteed to exit! I'm sure we can get the equivalent with a good sound card and a computer but this is live, it's native did not mince words, it rocks serious!
Cool sound effects (Bit cruncher, Tremolo, etc ...) but the Reverb is unfortunately too small. We can not have a 100% wet signal and create atmosphere and good old tablecloths disturbing ... It will probably add an external reverb to top it off. One point less for the Reverb.
Update: I fell for a FireworX, history to have an impact worthy of the name. I do not serve as the equalizer of the last MPC.
OVERALL OPINION
With the features and functionality, be careful if you have to choose between the MPC 2500 and MPC 1000. Akai just update the firmware of the MPC 1000 which now has the functions Time-stretching, and Reverse Chop. The 1000 and 2500 are a functionally almost identical: the major distinction between the two is how the Grid 2500, which allows you to program in a simple MIDI can be a sequencer software.
The differences between the 1000 and 2500 are primarily technical (see data corresponding MIDI ports, the number of exits, etc ...). In short, this is the best purchase I made long ago. In fact, my musical style is hip-hop and the MPC is ideal.
I do not have internal drive because I connect the MPC directly to my iBook to store data and it suits me.
I do not need to drive / CD-ROM because I sample my CDs and DVDs from my iBook to the analog input of the MPC. Grain A / D converters is just great!
Update: I have the MPC for several months now. I boosted the RAM to 128 (256MB PC133 SODIMM barette standard 47 euros which works perfectly). This is clearly more enjoyable for the same sampler and ressampler loops with and without effects. I also added a 80GB Hitachi hard drive. It's more convenient to have an internal hard drive (100 euros) to store the samples and projects.
UTILIZATION
I have always used the software (Ableton Live on iBook) and the passage of MPC was smooth. This is the first time I use an MPC and I likened its use very quickly, the interface is exemplary and we understand very quickly how to use it. The manual is very clear and well written (in English). I was a bit scared at the start before finding how to use the quantization of the legendary beast but once the quantization set correctly (I use mainly the quantization 1 / 16 Swing 50%) everything is back to the order. The new firmware 1.2 has resolved some bugs that I identified with the functions and Trim Chop.
Which is great fun, the whole: it's heavy, it's tough, it's enjoyable to use, it does not tire of typing on the pads! The wheel is the only thing that is cheap with his iPod but rattle style plastic. One point less for the dial.
SOUNDS
As the saying goes "Garbage in, garbage out! ". It all depends on what you put into it. But from the moment you sample the good sound, big sound is guaranteed to exit! I'm sure we can get the equivalent with a good sound card and a computer but this is live, it's native did not mince words, it rocks serious!
Cool sound effects (Bit cruncher, Tremolo, etc ...) but the Reverb is unfortunately too small. We can not have a 100% wet signal and create atmosphere and good old tablecloths disturbing ... It will probably add an external reverb to top it off. One point less for the Reverb.
Update: I fell for a FireworX, history to have an impact worthy of the name. I do not serve as the equalizer of the last MPC.
OVERALL OPINION
With the features and functionality, be careful if you have to choose between the MPC 2500 and MPC 1000. Akai just update the firmware of the MPC 1000 which now has the functions Time-stretching, and Reverse Chop. The 1000 and 2500 are a functionally almost identical: the major distinction between the two is how the Grid 2500, which allows you to program in a simple MIDI can be a sequencer software.
The differences between the 1000 and 2500 are primarily technical (see data corresponding MIDI ports, the number of exits, etc ...). In short, this is the best purchase I made long ago. In fact, my musical style is hip-hop and the MPC is ideal.