u/whatkai

Hi, a few month ago I made a lot of questions here whether I should buy a mpc one+, or mpc key37.
Luckily, I didn’t buy any of them.
It would’ve made me feel a bit uncomfortable if I bought one since both of them just released their new generation…
So the point is, I have been saving money so that I could buy Live3. I thought it would be worth the money though it was almost double priced of one+/key37. I’ve been watching youtube videos about it everyday but still interested.
I don’t know why I’m writing about this but anyways, I am so excited to be working with it. I almost reached my target budget now.
See you next month and have a nice day.

I know they got the same OS, a bit of memory storage difference and whether they have or have not midi keys.
But to people who have experience using both of them, I want to know which do you prefer and why.

To me, as a key player, key37 seems to be a better option.
Meanwhile, I also think One+ is more capable of “beat making” with its drum pads conveniently located right under the screen. Plus, maybe the midi keys could be replaced with other products. Please share your ideas!

Do you need an audio interface? I want to connect two monitors directly to my Mpc. Haven’t bought monitors yet. What do you use?

If I don’t use much instruments, does the clarett has better performance? I know both are old products, but I need to choose between them. Maybe….8i6 or 4i4 could be considered also. Please help me choose one!!

*I use Akai Mpc one+, mpk mini, MacBook, a mic and two monitors.

My MPC One+ will be delivered soon.
I want to use it with my MacBook, 2 studio monitors, and a microphone. Will Scarlett 2i2 3rd gen be enough?
Or should I go for Clarett 2pre USB?

I’m thinking of getting a 2i2 recording set including a mic and a headphone.

Hi, it’s my first time using an audio interface. The instrument shop is offering a free audio interface, and I can’t choose one. I use Logic Pro on my MacBook, with Akai midi controller and a MPC one+. And I’ll be using a pair of studio monitors later. Please help me make a nice choice. Thanks!

The choices are as follows-

Focusrite:

Scarlett 18i8 3rd gen
Clarett 2pre USB
Scarlett 8i6 3rd gen
Scarlett 4i4 3rd gen
Scarlett 2i2 studio (set) 3rd gen
Scarlett Solo studio (set) 3rd gen

Audient:

Sono
iD14 mk1
Evo SRB (set)

Should I just pick the 18i8? It seems like the most expensive one

For a MPC One+, what do you use it for and how many
I/Os does it have?

I’m not sure whether I should buy a recording bundle with a mic and a small audio interface, or just get a nice audio interface. Honestly, I don’t really need either of them right now, which makes it even harder to decide.

Any advice?

If so, what do you use? I’m currently thinking about minilogue xd or a minifreak.

I’ve finally decided to buy it next week. I’mma just skip MPC One plus and buy X. I’m searching good tutorial videos, but it seems like they were made almost 5 years ago. Is there any good youtube channel/video to recommend? Thanks

I had a hard time choosing between Key37 and X.
I made my decision to go for X.
I don’t want a used one.
My nearby shop offers

MPC X (not SE) with SSD 500GB, Komplete 13 UPD,
and a Vlogger kit ios for 1180$.

I don’t know the average price, so I would like how much money you paid for it. Thanks again

Hi, I’m an amateur beat maker. Until now I’ve used Logic Pro and Akai MPK mini 4.
I want to have a standalone machine, with its own daw.
My nearby music gear shop is offering these machines for good price.

1. Akai Mpc key37 - 910$
2. Akai Mpc one plus - 750$
3. Akai Mpc X (not SE) - 1180$

I can afford any of them, but only one.
I have enough space to place them.
What would be the best choice?
Please share your experience. Thanks!