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MPC tutorials for Akai MPC samplers from MPC-Tutor. The original MPC tutorial site which since 2002 has been bringing you practical, hands-on MPC tutorials as well as MPC articles, MPC resources and MPC sounds for the MPC Live, MPC X, MPC Software, MPC Renaissance, MPC Studio, MPC1000, MPC500, MPC5000, MPC2500, JJOS, MPC2000XL and all other legacy MPCs. After checking out all the free MPC tutorials here, head over to MPC-Samples.com and check out my range of critically acclaimed MPC Tutorials & Courses as well as picking up some MPC drum kits, MPC instruments and expansions for all models of MPC.

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Convert Plugins into ‘Standalone’ MPC Instruments – The Easy Way!

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on Jan 11, 2019 40 Comments

This has been my most requested MPC X & MPC Live tutorial ever – how to create ‘standalone’ MPC instruments from your favourite plugins. Check out my unique 3 minute workflow!

Lab Test: How Much Usable Memory is there in the MPC Live & MPC X?

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on Dec 10, 2017 8 Comments

The MPC X & MPC Live both have 2GB of RAM inside them, but how much of this is actually available for sampling?

MPC X & MPC Live Projects: The Complete Lowdown

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on Oct 26, 2017 4 Comments

Everything you ever needed to know about MPC X & MPC Live projects, but were afraid to ask!

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 X & MPC Live: 6 Essential Tips & Shortcuts You Need To Know!

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on Sep 17, 2018

6 essential MPC X & MPC Live tips and shortcuts guaranteed to speed up your standalone MPC workflow in no time! 

Out Now: The MPC X & MPC Live Bible

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on Jul 11, 2018 1 Comment

Out Now: MPC-Tutor’s complete guide to the Akai MPC X & MPC Live featuring dozens of hands-on beat making projects for beginners and advanced MPC users!

Just Released: Freddy Fresh Presents: The Fresha Kits MPC Expansion

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on Jul 17, 2018 1 Comment

MPC-Tutor is incredibly proud to present the signature kit to end all signature kits! The legendary and prolific Hip hop and electronic producer Freddy Fresh gives us an exclusive insight into his MPC production workflow with ‘The Fresha Kits’, featuring a blisteringly eclectic sound library of drums, bass and crazy sound fx, ready-to-play kits and a complete multi-sequence MPC & Maschine project!

Official : MPC Software 2.0 – Specs, Features & Screenshots

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on May 10, 2017 29 Comments

In a busy day for everyone in the MPC community, Akai have now released full details of the new MPC Software 2.0 update. Here’s the nitty gritty: New graphical interface Audio track recording (128 in…

Official: MPC X and MPC Live Specs, Photos & Pricing

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on Aug 21, 2017 14 Comments

The official specs and pricing for the new standalone MPCs have arrived!

The MPC X & MPC Live: Facts, Gossip & Rumour Roundup

By MPC-Tutor, last updated on May 10, 2017 2 Comments

Things are hotting up in the MPC world with the imminent release of two new standalone MPCs; the MPC Live and the MPC X (as well as the long awaited MPC Software 2.0). In this article I’ve collected together all the facts and gossip in preparation for what promises to be an exciting Winter NAMM 2017!