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Tutorials, articles and news for the MPC Live II and the original MPC Live, Akai’s portable touchscreen standalone MPCs! Learn how to use the MPC Live with MPC-Tutor’s complete MPC Live tutorial guide, ‘The MPC Bible‘.

MPC Workflow Tutorial: How to Rearrange Pad Layout in MPC Finger Drumming Kits

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on Dec 4, 2020

Discover various workflows for efficient rearranging of pad layout in your MPC drum kits; suitable for all modern MPCs, MPC Software & MPC Beats.

MPC MIDI Tutorial: Connecting MIDI Controllers to the MPC One/Live/X

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on Jun 9, 2020 | 13

Learn how to connect and configure MIDI controllers with the MPC One/Live/X, including multiple controller set ups.

‘MPC Bible’ Update for MPC Firmware 2.8 & MPC Live II Support

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on Jun 3, 2020 | 1

A new update for the ‘MPC Bible’ is now live, with support for MPC firmware 2.8 & the MPC Live II. This is a free update for all existing owners!

MPC Buyer’s Guide: MPC Live II vs MPC One vs MPC X

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on May 19, 2020 | 11

In the market for a new standalone MPC? In this MPC buyer’s guide I compare Akai’s three touchscreen standalone MPCs – the MPC One, MPC X and MPC Live II

MPC Bible Update: Now With MPC One Support

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on Feb 14, 2020 | 4

Out Now: The latest edition of the MPC Bible features full support for the new MPC One, making this the complete guide to Akai’s range of standalone MPCs.

MPC One Preview – The New MPC Live?

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on Jun 5, 2020 | 10

Looking for your first MPC? The MPC one is here and it’s probably perfect for you.

Fixing Errors After An MPC Firmware Upgrade (MPCs & Akai Force)

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on Feb 14, 2020 | 3

Experiencing oddness after upgrading your MPC firmware? Check out these troubleshooting quick tips that should get you back up and running in no time!