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MPC X & MPC Live Tutorial: Creating The Clap From Hell!

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on Sep 5, 2018

In this MPC X & MPC Live tutorial we’ll learn how to create a grimy layered clap using a range of sound design techniques, all entirely within PROGRAM EDIT mode.

MPC Renaissance, MPC Studio & MPC Element: Quick Set Up Guide

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on Jul 17, 2018 | 12

Just received your MPC Renaissance or MPC Studio (or MPC Element) and wondering ‘what next’? This tutorial covers the basics of getting your MPC hardware and MPC Software up and running– quick and to the point!

Building a Drum Kit With the MPC Renaissance, MPC Studio & MPC Element

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on Jun 10, 2015 | 3

Make a simple but very usable drum kit in the MPC Software using drum multisamples chopped from a live drum break.

MPC4000 Jog Wheel Encoder Replacement

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on Nov 28, 2013 | 6

If your MPC4000 jog wheel no longer functions correctly, it’s probably time to get the encoder replaced. This step-by-step tutorial describes exactly how to perform the task – warning, soldering skills required!

MPC Renaissance & MPC Studio Firmware Update Problems

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on Dec 3, 2013 | 10

If you are having problems updating your MPC Renaissance or MPC Studio firmware, make sure you check out the resources in this post!

MPC Studio/MPC Renaissance Tutorial: Drum Layering & Sound Design Techniques

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on Jun 10, 2015 | 5

This free MPC Renaissance/MPC Studio tutorial teaches you how to layer drum sounds in the MPC Software & MPC Essentials using ‘Sample Layers’ and ‘Simultaneous Play’.

Low MIDI Note Chromatic Program Template

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on Jul 31, 2018 | 6

A free MPC template that allows you to output very low MIDI notes chromatically from your MPC pads. Suitable for MPC1000, MPC2500, MPC5000, MPC500, JJOS1/Free.

JJOSXL Tutorial: JJOSXL Shortcuts & Tricks

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on Jun 13, 2014 | 9

Learn all the hidden JJOSXL shortcuts and tricks to speed up your workflow as you navigate more efficiently around JJOSXL on the MPC1000 and MPC2500.

Akai MPC 500: Loading Files

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on Oct 23, 2012 | 14

This Akai MPC 500 tutorial covers the basics of loading files and folders into your MPC 500.

MPC & Ableton Live Tutorial – Transferring MPC MIDI Sequences to Live

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on Oct 10, 2012 | 7

Learn how to import MPC MIDI sequences into Ableton Live as clips – this tutorial is suitable for all standalone MPCs.