Within this is potentially more flexibility, but it’s also easy to change the wrong thing or forget which section was which. Hinzu kommen die bekannten Funktionen Note-Repeat, Full-Level, 16 Level, Erase, Latch und Half-Level – die letzteren beiden sind über Shift erreichbar.Die MK2 bietet im Vergleich zum Vorgänger noch mehr Bedienelemente, mit denen sich nun auch folgende Sektionen per Button aufrufen lassen: Master Volume, Step Sequencer, Next Sequence, Automation, Timing Correction (Quantisierung), Mixer, Mute, Sampler, Sample Editor. Sample fans with lots of outboard gear, however, will find a natural home in the MPC Live II. Der daneben liegende Power-Schalter schaltet die MPC nicht direkt an und aus, was böse Überraschungen auf der Bühne vermeiden soll. Each Decksaver is trimmed precisely to fit, leaving cables in place. A video review of the new AKAI MPC Live II (and the 2.8 update)from a hip hop producers prospects. The original MPC Live was good: the pads are sensitive, the vintage sound emulation is fun, there are enough ins and outs to work with. Die neue MPC Live MK2 kommt mit internen Stereolautsprechern, die auf der Frontseite angebracht sind. Akai MPC Live review Time to go off grid £799; €977; $1199; By Si Truss 11 June 2017. But for many, that term indicates a very specific type of speaker -- one that’s not compatible with compact and exotic form factors, or the constantly changing environments that a portable device might find itself in. You get in the chair, you look out at the sea and enjoy making music. Dein Live! The pitch is straightforward: It’s the same all-in-one music production device, just this time with built-in speakers, more connectivity and a slew of other tweaks. Aber jetzt endlich kommt Akai mit einem neuen Modell, der AKAI MPC Live! Die Chord-Trigger-Funktion bietet euch nun die Option Custom Chords, mit der ihr eigene Akkorde und Akkordfolgen anlegen könnt. Jumping around the top-level menu options couldn’t be easier. That’s to say, connecting headphones won’t disable the speakers like it might a laptop or phone. You are literally getting the same hardware, minus the CV connectivity and the heavy built-in monitorsand the ethernet connection. Dieser Doppeltest entstand in Kooperation mit Telekom Electronic Beats und Fjaak, die die MPC-X im folgenden Video-Review vorstellen. A lot has changed since then. Rishabh Rajan on Fri, May 12th 2 comments. And when it comes to sound engines, Native Instruments simply has the stronger heritage, and that’s borne out by the decent, but very slim instrument offerings on the MPC. For me, it’s more about how it wants you to build these parts. Wireless connections are often considered inferior to their cabled counterparts (mostly due to latency) but it’s definitely a perk here, given how many things you can connect to it, the freedom of adding something wirelessly is at least one less cable to fidget with around the back of your desk. Zwischen Phono-Preamp auf RCA inklusive Masse-Schräubchen und dem symmetrischen Line-In auf großer Klinke wird mit einem äußerst kleinen Schiebeschalter gewechselt, der gemeinsame Gain ist mit einem Poti regelbar. Some of the other buttons have moved around a bit, but remain functionally the same. Anschlussseitig wird geklotzt, statt gekleckert: 6* TRS-Out, HP-Out, Stereo-TRS/RCA-In, 2* MIDI I/O, 8* CV/Gate-Outputs, Ethernet sowie Strom und 3* USB3. Akai Pro MPC 2.9 / Force 3.0.6 The DrumSynth engine uses a multi-synth sound generator architecture powered by FM synthesis, physical & analog modeling, and sample-based algorithms. The Live was joined by a flagship studio model, the MPC X, and recently by the compact and affordable MPC One. My review example arrived fully charged, so within a few minutes of unboxing, I put it in a bag with some headphones and went to a coffee shop for my first session. The “plugin” features 8 individual instances (Kick, Snare, Clap, Toms, Percussion, Hi-Hat, Crash and Ride), each with its own unique sound generator combination to deliver dynamic drum and percussion sounds. Akai Pro MPC Live and X - Exporting Expansions from the MPC Software; Akai Pro MPC X and Live - How to Quickly Format a Drive or Storage Device; Akai Pro MPC X And Live - Transferring Content To and From Your MPC; Further Technical Support. Akai Pro MPC 2.9 / Force 3.0.6 The DrumSynth engine uses a multi-synth sound generator architecture powered by FM synthesis, physical & analog modeling, and sample-based algorithms. I’ll come right out and say it: I am not a huge fan. If you want to make your own sounds, particularly as a standalone device, then I’d go with the Maschine every time. The selection of presets is surprisingly comprehensive. So you can either use that to fine-tune your ideas and arrangement, or just use the hardware for creating your core components, and move over to the desktop later. The MPC is back! It’s not the first in the MPC family to add CV ports (both the MPC One and X have them also), but it does round out its credentials. By bridging the gap between standalone operation and modern studio niceties, the Live becomes the best MPC we’ve seen in some time. Beyond the new speakers, the other notable hardware upgrade is around the back. For me, that’s sort of a big deal, as there’s nothing worse than a great idea languishing in a collection of eight-bar loops. Microsoft will uninstall its old Edge browser from Windows PCs on April 13th, 'Resident Evil' movie reboot will premiere on Labor Day weekend, China is launching a public data platform to name and shame polluters, Nevada governor wants to allow tech companies to create local governments. Modern sind ebenfalls die Anbindungen wie USB3. This, of course, is all on top of what the MPC family is really about: sampling. They are still a delight to use, feel nice and responsive and make it easy to tap out “human-feeling” beats and melodies. Aber das "klotzige" steigert auch die Souveränität, keine Frage. I got the chance to play with both in order to make comparisons, but this review will concentrate on the Live model. Pros It’s a properly standalone MPC, with built-in memory, processing and rechargeable battery! And sometimes you may want to play along with someone, perhaps a vocalist or a guitar. Today, Akai reveals the MPC Live II. The Live II has one obvious new addition: a pair of “studio monitors” built right in. AKAI stellt zu der bereits installierten Sound-Library ein ca. The latter lets you use Bluetooth MIDI keyboards to control the Live II itself. sind nicht alle Werte alternativ über die Hardware-Bedienelemente erreichbar. S'appuyant sur son prédécesseur au succès phénoménale, cette MPC … It may be based on the MPC software that runs in units like the MPC Live and MPC Touch but MPC Beats doesn’t feel hobbled in any way. Even if you don’t like the presets, you can get hands-on and carve out your own drum hits. Bei einem Preis von aktuell 495,00 Euro bekommt man ein „All-in-one“, das mit zahlreichen Übergangseffekten und Bild-in-Bild-Funktion fast keine Wünsche offen lässt. Review: Akai Pro MPC Live. No change here. Die vier Q-Links und der große Encoder sorgen für flotte Bedienung. There’s a switch on the back to toggle the speakers on/off, and the master volume control on top, but that’s also the same volume control for the headphones, so beware. Zusätzlich unterstützt die MK2 auch den Zugriff auf Samples und Loops des Soundanbieters Splice.com. On reverb.com the original MPC Live is going for about $700 which is a great buy. Ein eingebauter USB-HUB, ein SD-Card-Reader und die Option, intern eine SSD verbauen zu können, sorgt für reichlich Speicherplatzerweiterung. Wir hatten AKAIs neues Studio-Schlachtschiff im Test! You definitely needed a bag to lug it around, and no change here. Denn im Stand-alone-Modus können keine Plug-ins geladen werden! The addition of the CV outputs just makes it even more appealing. Akai MPC Live II Production Center For the music makers who never want to miss an inspirational moment, meet the Akai MPC Live II. Mit an Bord sind Kick, Snare, Clap, Tom, HiHat, Crash, Ride, Percussion. Die USB3-Buchsen sind blau: zwei zur Verbindung mit externem Speicher, eine für die Verbindung mit dem Computer. von Felix Klostermann , Alexander Eberz . But here, I could see myself using almost all the sounds right off the bat. Für Speaker dieser Größenordnung knallt es jedenfalls ganz ordentlich. Wir haben untersucht wo die Unterschiede liegen. I won’t dwell on the software side of things too much, as there’s a lot of hardware features to get through, but the built-in synths are worth a mention. 3,4 kg und Abmessungen von: 411,5 mm x 243,8 mm x 45,7 mm (B x T x H) ist die MK2 für ein Live-Gerät weder besonders leicht noch kompakt. All four synths are pretty capable for a company that is mostly known for its hardware (Akai doesn’t really claim to be a software/synth company). Read on to find out. If you want something that’ll do the core tasks of sound design, sequencing and track building, my vote would go to Maschine+. When the latest Maschine crossed my desk I was quite taken with it, and felt that it was sonically superior to the MPC Live II. The MPC family from AKAI is a legendary name, but how did Rishabh Rajan get along with the newest model, the MPC Live? Live Here Now. When I reviewed the first MPC Live about three years ago, I was quite excited on the prospect of what is possible with the device. … But it also means picking the right one for you can be a challenge. Yamaha präsentiert mit dem PSR-E373 den Nachfolger des bewährten PSR-E363, beides Einsteiger-Keyboards im unteren Preissegment. Das heißt aber nicht, dass die neue AKAI nicht auch als Controller für die MPC-Software verwendet werden kann – im Gegenteil „best of both worlds“ sozusagen. Akai Professional introduce the MPC Live II, the next evolutionary step of the MPC Live line. (Though, let me know how that goes if you do!) You’ll just need a slightly bigger bag this time. 04.12.2020. Jedes Modul kann mit acht Drum-Parametern, wie Decay, Hold, Click, Noise und Tune angepasst werden. You also get 16GB of internal storage, plus external hard drive support, a full-size SD card slot, and USB-A 3.0 slots for thumb drives. While not an MPC, it shares many similar software features to the MPC X/MPC Live including the same underlying code-base. You get in the chair, you look out at the sea and enjoy making music. 16 beleuchtete, anschlag- und druckempfindliche Pads sind zum Spielen von Noten bzw. Zwei von ihnen zeigen gerade nach vorne, während die anderen beiden um ca. This would also be a good time to talk about those built-in speakers. It’s what you’ll spy just above the MIDI ports that’s new: the four CV/Gate ports, giving the MPC Live II the ability to play nice with a host of analog gear, too. Don’t forget that the most up to date news will be first listed on my Twitter and Facebook profiles. Nur dann taucht auf dem Display der AKAI MPC X V2.1 der Button … Der Q-Link Taster darüber wechselt zwischen den vier Banks. ein Shift-Befehl, sodass Parameter mit einem großen Wertebereich ziemlich mühsam durchgekurbelt werden müssen. News. – Ableton mit eigenen Voreinstellungen besser nutzen, Freeware Software-Synths und Plug-Ins Test. But some snares or other snappy sounds sometimes sounded a tiny bit crunchy at full volume. For the music makers who never want to miss an inspirational moment, meet MPC Live II. Other small changes include moving the master volume control from the rear of the device to the top left corner, which makes even more sense given those built-in speakers. Something my neighbors can attest to. Und für wen lohnt sich die MPC Live gegenüber der MPC X? Was allen Encoder fehlt, ist eine Erkennung der Dreh-Beschleunigung bzw. Akai MPC Live review Time to go off grid £799; €977; $1199; By Si Truss 11 June 2017. News. When you jump in to make a new sequence, you’ll assign the sequence a number, then choose whether that track is audio or a plug-in part, MIDI track and so on. Leider werden die Kopfhörer weiterhin gemeinsam mit dem Master-Out in der Lautstärke geregelt. The MPC Live II is the latest member of the family, and as the name suggests, it replaces the original MPC Live in the lineup. The MPC X is a larger, studio-based workstation that’s like a futuristic version of a Renaissance or MPC5000. Akai Professionell MPC Live MK2 Test MPC Update 2.9 Runde zwei für die mobile MPC. This self-contained, battery-powered production unit delivers the full MPC experience, anywhere. The two devices are about the same in terms of mass. Mit ca. The addition of a bar along the base containing the “studio monitors” (speakers) makes it a shade deeper. Auch schön sind die Kategorisierten Presets, die in sich stimmige Voreinstellungen zum Sofortloslegen liefern. The MPC range has been pivotal in the world of music production, and the Live II looks set to continue this trailblazing legacy. Auch sie sind in Banks organisiert, womit insgesamt 16 Befehle erreichbar werden. Der große Encoder bietet einen Push-Befehl und ist im Allgemeinen für die Bedienung des gerade im Fokus stehenden Parameters gedacht. I’ve had one on my desk for a while now, and it’s creatively invigorating; the bright lights and large touchscreen almost beg you to use it. The former allows for wireless connectivity with Ableton Live (via Ableton’s “Link” software) along with other perks (such as hassle-free firmware updates). MPC expansion browser allows quick access to installed expansion; 10 MPC Expansions include: The Vault, Hook City Batch Edition, Sound Mob, Vegas Festival, Melodic Horizon, Urban Roulette, Elements of UK Dance, Elements of UK House, Elements of Dystopia, Elements of 2 Step and Garage; 4 MPC Plugins: 809, The Noise, The Wub, The Bank Die MPC Live MK2 sieht ihrem Vorgängermodell äußerlich ziemlich ähnlich. Das liegt an dem eingebauten „embedded“ 1,8 GHz Quadcore System mit immerhin 2GB RAM, auf dem die MPC Software auch „standalone“ läuft. And the software — it's not perfect, but you can get used to it. Difference: Touch Vs. Live. Drums gedacht und in acht Banken organisiert – pro Track wohlgemerkt. To be clear, It’s a good problem, as there’s basically an MPC for every type of electronic musician. We should talk about the new DrumSynth in more detail though, given that it just made its debut. If you want something that’s good at a lot of things, then the MPC Live II is an easy sell. This is by design, obviously, as monitoring is a thing. But the Live II’s built-in battery means you truly can use this anywhere. Und da man Rechnern auf der Bühne nicht so richtig vertraut, setzt man bei AKAI wieder auf ein geschlossenes System. The fact that the Live II has more connectivity also makes it more appealing to those with a lot of outboard gear in their studio, too. This self-contained, battery-powered production unit delivers the full MPC experience, anywhere. The MPC Live 2 has everything that the MPC Live has but expanded with integrated stereo monitor speakers, master volume knob, new shortcut buttons, and 8 assignable CV/Gate outputs on the rear panel. The unit itself is ever-so-slightly bigger. A modern take on a classic machine. I would like to emphasize the some here. It’s once you dip under that main menu that things start to get a little more complicated. Letztegenannter Paramter zeigt sogar die Tobnhöhe und Cent-Werte an, was ich mir bei den Onboard-Drum-Synths von Native Instruments Maschine schon lange wünsche. The new DrumSynth, unsurprisingly is a percussive engine. Anzeige. The MPC platform appears to be very well maintained, with regular updates and new features. Check price on Amazon.com . You also get 16GB of internal storage, plus external hard drive support, a full-size SD card slot, and USB-A 3.0 slots for thumb drives. The three melodic plugins are Bassline, Electric and TubeSynth, which are now joined by DrumSynth. Review: AKAI MPC Beats, The Free DAW For Everyone. On reverb.com the original MPC Live is going for about $700 which is a great buy. Kurzum: Um Beats einzudaddeln, reichen die Lautsprecher aus. Ebenfalls enthalten sind AKAIs Legacy Expansions, The Bank, The 809, The Noise und The Wubs sowie Sonivox Virtual Instruments – an Klängen und Plug-ins mangelt es also nicht. ‘The Downbeat Kit’: Acoustic Drum Expansion For All MPCs and the Akai Force. Am rechten Rand finden wir vier kleinere Encoder, die sogenannten Q-Links. Alle Infos, News und Testberichte zu Akai/ Akai Professional hier auf bonedo.de! First of all, there are the 16 velocity-sensitive sample/trigger pads. Much like the original MPC Live, you’ll find six audio outputs, four MIDI ports (two in and two out) and four audio inputs. Neben integrierten Monitorlautsprechern, Ableton-Link-Support und CV/Gate-Ausgängen ist die Hardware … Die AKAI MPC X V2.1 arbeitet entweder im Standalone-Betrieb oder im sogenannten Controller-Betrieb in Verbindung mit der AKAI MPC-Software am Rechner. Our super durable polycarbonate shell offers protection from dust, spillages and accidental impact. Get MPC 2 by Akai and learn how to use the plugin with Ableton Live, Logic, GarageBand, and FL Studio for free. Akai MPC Live is a standalone unit that works as an MPC, Drum Machine, Sampler, and a MIDI Controller. $59.00. AKAI hat immerhin an einen Schalter gedacht, mit dem sich die integrierten Lautsprecher ein- und ausschalten lassen. From a workflow standpoint, I didn’t find it intuitive, especially when it comes to thinking about the bigger picture for your track. Technicalities aside, the speakers here do an excellent job. Leeren des Akkus effektiv vermieden wird. But let’s be real, the original was only barely portable. Mittels MIDI Multi lässt sich die MPC als zentraler MIDI-Sequencer nutzen, mit dem sich via MIDI Outs, USB-MIDI und USB-zu-CV gleichzeitig mehrere Geräte ansteuern lassen. Fortunately, Akai has so many years in the game, that there’s little to worry about here. That’s selling it short somewhat, but it’s the easiest way to describe it. Akai have released a new touchscreen ‘standalone’ MPC, the MPC One, which is now being pitched as Akai’s new ‘entry level’ MPC. I also never truly got to grips with how Akai wants you to compose a song. Review this product Prices & More Info More Drum Machines Tools . In this video, we review the Akai MPC Live 2 sampling drum machine portable workstation. Our Verdict. The internal battery meant you didn’t need an outlet, and the headphone jack allowed you to hear what you were doing (somewhat important). AKAI MPC Live (original): In my opinion, the introduction of the MPC Live II has made the original MPC Live an even better prospect. AKAI MPC LIVE 2 - Appel à tous les producteurs ! The speakers are obviously not monitor studio quality, but they are good enough to … Klanglich lassen sich die Lautsprecher in etwa mit aktuellen Stereo-Bluetooth-Lautsprechern von JBL und Co. vergleichen. 24.11.2020. The MPC X and MPC Live will ship with MPC Software 2.0 pre-installed. Then, of course, there are those speakers. Neben integrierten Monitorlautsprechern, Ableton-Link-Support und CV/Gate-Ausgängen ist die Hardware fortan mit zusätzlichen Bedienelementen ausgestattet, die einen schnelleren Workflow ermöglichen sollen. Schauen wir die Rückseite an, finden wir weitere Anschlüsse: zweimal MIDI-In, zweimal MIDI-Out, acht CV/Gate-Ausgänge, ein Ethernet-Anschluss für Ableton Link und ein Stereo-Eingang zur Aufnahme, welcher sogar einen Phono-Amp am Start hat – AKAI hat die Wurzeln also nicht vergessen. Now Akai Professional has made the MPC workflow available to the world in the form of a free DAW, MPC Beats. AKAI Professional's MPC 2.9 is a major software/firmware update to the MPC 2 software application for both standalone and desktop versions, offering macOS Catalina support. Und auch das Innenleben ist, zumindest in puncto Leistung, baugleich. Xbox Series S in stock at Amazon in Canada . This is a great feature, and makes the non-touchscreen letterbox display on Native Instruments’ Maschine MK3 or Plus seem quaint. Demnach könnt ihr nach Lust und Laune experimentieren und den Loop-Durchlauf im Nachhinein mittels Tastenkombination Shift + Record aus einem Zwischenspeicher einfügen lassen. To be clear, It’s a good problem, as there’s basically an MPC for every type of electronic musician. Additional media storage: SD card, USB port, 2.5-inch SATA drive connector Software: MPC 2.4 software System requirements: Mac OX X 10.9.5 or later / Windows 8.1 or later Power supply: 19V DC power supply (included) / rechargeable Lithium-ion battery Dimensions: 41x224x69mm (HxWxD) Weight: 2.5kg . Mit diesem Review gehen wir der Sache auf den Grund! Akai calls them studio monitors, which makes sense given that it’s pitching this as an all-in-one studio. Maschine will still need an outlet. Then there’s the 7-inch touchscreen where you’ll find all your menus, modes and music-making tools. As a complete package, the two run at around the same price, so it’ll really come down to what you want to do (and how you want to do it). This outstanding unit boasts everything you'd want in a standalone, professional-grade music production toolkit. Sie ist mit der computerbasierten MPC Software kompatibel, sprich Projekte können vom Computer zur MPC Live und vis-a-vis übertragen werden – und das mit nur wenigen Einschränkungen, wie reduzierten Audiotracks bzw. Das Ein- und Ausschalten muss über den Touchscreen bestätigt werden, sodass unabsichtliches Schalten bzw. AKAI MPC Live (original): In my opinion, the introduction of the MPC Live II has made the original MPC Live an even better prospect. No doubt, Native Instruments trumps the MPC ecosystem when it comes to synths, but the ones on offer here do a fine job of covering the essentials, and definitely skew towards house and hip hop -- exactly the genres MPC fans like the most. Die Welt der MASCHINEn und MPCs – vis-à-vis. 236 (4 / 5) Runde zwei für die MPC Live: AKAI Professional hat sein für den Live-Einsatz vorgesehenes Music Production Center aktualisiert. Our Verdict. Mit dabei sind die MPC Essential Sound Libraries, viele Software-Instrumente von AIR Music wie Hybrid 3 und Loom sowie die AIR FX Collection Plus. This Akai Professional MPC Live 2 review produced by David Michael, host of The Passionate DJ Podcast. Um die Firmware 2.1 per USB zu überspielen, muss man aber in den Standalone-Modus wechseln. fehlender VST-Unterstützung. Im Anschluss folgt dann der Test unserer Autoren. From there you’ll allocate that track a program number. Electric is, in my opinion, the coldest of the three melodic plugins sonically. But is it worth the $1,119 price tag? Wenn es aber um ernstgemeinte Mixings mit präzisen Klangjustierungen gehen soll, ersetzen die Speaker natürlich keine Studiomonitore. You would be fine for a small gathering/party (for example), but really they are there for you to listen to while it’s on your desk/lap. It's been two years since we reviewed the MPC Live, which was Akai's return to stand-alone music workstations. Dank dem Namenszusatz Live wird eindeutig klar, wo AKAI ihren Einsatzzweck sieht. A rechargeable lithium-ion battery means you can work anywhere for hours. That was the first time Akai had released a standalone portable MPC with some really great hardware specifications. That said, when it comes to the primary task of making music, I feel the balance tips the other way. Within each are several different “kit” styles, some with less-that-subtle names like “Eighty” or “Ninety” which just happen to sound a lot like 808 and 909 kits respectively. Ultimately though, I don’t think too many people will be using them to perfect the mix of their track. MPC 2 go: Die neue MPC LvieMK2 kommt mit internen Stereolautsprechern! Bassline is also suitably well decked out in thick, moody low-end, with the presets serving up a bit of everything. Und das nicht ohne Grund: … 20 GB großes Software- und Sound-Paket zum Download bereit. Die neue Aufnahmefunktion Retrospective Record ermöglicht es, gespielte MIDI-Noten einzufügen, selbst wenn man zuvor vergessen hat, die Record-Taste zu drücken. The good news is that there’s also a companion desktop app that mirrors the MPC’s built-in software. Of course, there are other all-in-ones you might want to consider, including other MPCs, but a lot of people looking for PC-free options will likely find themselves landing somewhere between these two. Drumsynth klingt fantastisch und mit den mitgelieferten Modulen, Effekten und veränderbaren Parametern gelangt man sehr schnell zu brauchbaren Ergebnissen. From there you can move them over to the Live II’s 16GB of internal storage, or if you’re a hoarder, even install an SSD in the SATA bay tucked away on the underside of the unit. Akai MPC LIVE II (MK2) Custom Color Faceplate Skin Kit Cover Case. Ist die One die goldene Mitte zwischen der MPX und der Live? This is a cutting-edge production suite combining real-time time stretching, clip-launch functionality, on-board synth engines, VST compatibility in controller mode, operation as a standalone application on Mac & PC, seamless DAW integration and much more. DrumSynth wird als Plugin Program geladen, wobei sich  einzelne Drums oder ein ganzes Drum-Kit als Multi-Plugin laden lassen. And when that landed, I wondered if that might change how I feel about the Akai. All of them are essentially presets for each type of drum hit (bar Multi). Check price on Amazon.com . Akai Professional introduce the MPC Live II, the next evolutionary step of the MPC Live line. In fact, often the touchscreen makes tasks easier than they might be on the desktop, like using your finger to draw in an automation line instead of a mouse or manually riding a knob. Details . With plenty of MIDI connectivity, the original Live was already a great hub. Rechner und MPC müssen dann per USB verbunden sein. Powering Live is MPC 2.0, Akai Professional’s new update to the MPC software. Choose a virtual kit and then tweak the attack, tuning, decay, distortion among many other parameters. Der eingebaute Akku bietet bis zu fünf Stunden Laufzeit bei „normaler“ Nutzung. Pros It’s a properly standalone MPC, with built-in memory, processing and rechargeable battery! Im folgenden, kurzen Overview-Video könnt ihr euch selbst ein Bild davon machen – Film ab! Runde zwei für die MPC Live: AKAI Professional hat sein für den Live-Einsatz vorgesehenes Music Production Center aktualisiert. Mit dem Update auf Version 2.9 wird die Stand-alone Version sowie die Computerssoftware der MPC erstmalig mit einem DrumSynth des Herstellers AIR Music ausgestattet, mit dem ihr eure eigenen Drumssounds schrauben könnt. Das TC Helicon Go Twin ist ein zweikanaliges Audio/MIDI-Interface mit Midas-Pres und macht aus jedem Smartphone ein Ministudio. Ausgeliefert wird die MPC Live mit 16 GB Storage, wovon 10 GB mit Content und 4 GB mit dem MPC OS belegt sind. Sobald die MPC mit WiFi und einem Splice-Account verbunden ist, lassen sich Sounds nativ aus einer Splice-Bibliothek nutzen! The previous update introduced a number of powerful production and performance features, most notably three virtual analogue plug-in instruments, the AIR TubeSynth, Bassline and Electric. Hollin Jones on Oct 27, 2020 in Review 0 comments. To drive this point home, version 2.9 was released today which includes a new drum synthesizer, adding to the list of built-in sound engines that come with the MPC Live II. 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