Akai MPC X Tutorials

MPC 2.10 Tutorial: How to Use The New ‘Note Off’ Feature

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on Aug 19, 2021

Learn some practical uses for the new ‘NOTE OFF’ feature introduced in MPC 2.10

MPC Bible Tutorial: Clone Plugins & Synths with Autosampler

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on Aug 17, 2021 | 13

In this MPC X, MPC One & MPC Live tutorial I’m going to take a look at the MPC Autosampler which allows you to ‘clone’ your favourite VST/AU instrument patches so they can be used as standard ‘keygroup’ programs in standalone mode. 

Beginners Guide to Subtractive Synthesis in MPCs

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on Aug 17, 2021 | 1

Harness the power of subtractive synthesis in your MPC to design your own sounds and instruments!

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

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on Aug 20, 2021

In this MPC X, MPC One & 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.

Standalone MPC Disk Options: Which One Is Best?

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on Jun 2, 2021 | 8

Which type of ‘attached’ disk is the best option for a standalone MPC? In this article we’re going to look at the pros & cons of each type.

Quick Tip: Re-Mapping MIDI Notes on MPC Drum Kits

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on May 29, 2021 | 2

Are your MPC Drum kits scattered randomly across the keys of your external MIDI controller? Check out this MPC tutorial for an easy fix! Suitable for MPC X, MPC Live, MPC One & MPC Software/MPC Beats

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 Aug 16, 2021 | 26

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 Aug 16, 2021 | 22

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