Complete Guide to Akai Professional MPC Workflow

This module introduced the co-instructor, Amos, as he walk us through the simple steps to set up your MPC device to get things started.

This module explains the basic structure of the mpc, understanding of the connection between sequence, track, and programs

this module covers the definition and explanation of the functions of all the physical buttons on the MPC, including their second functions.

This module covers the explanation of the MPC screen menu and its respective uses.

This module covers a detailed explanation of the settings preference interface

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This module explains how to load samples and sounds to the project and pads

This module covers how to make your first beat using the loaded sounds

This module covers how timing correct works

This module covers how to use metronome for real-time recording

This module covers how to record the drums in our first main project and sequence

This module covers how to use the swing feature of the MPC

This module covers how to load and record plugin instrument to our main project

This module covers how to move recorded events within the grid view

This module covers how to use the Note Repeat feature

This module covers how to work around the grid view, covering all top menu features

This module covers how to to work around the grid view in further detail, covering all the bottom menu features

This module covers how to use the Q-Link knobs

This module covers the step sequencer interface in detail, and how to use it

This module covers how to use sample layer in program edit

This module covers how to layer multiple kicks in our main project

This module covers how to achieve stereo width for a more realistic sound output

This module covers how to use the mute groups to experiment with output variant

This module covers how to apply internal drum effects to the drum kits

This module covers how to use the pad mixer and program edit for initial sound mixing

This module covers how to use the pad mute and channel mixer for a more refined mixing process

This module covers how to route tracks using Submixes for a better mixing experience

This module covers what is needed to get started with sampling on the Akai MPC

This module covers how to get audio into the MPC using the sampler, and the important parameters to note

This module covers how to use the sample edit feature to work on the recorded sample

This module covers how to use enhance sample edit with pad shortcut features

This module covers how to use track mute and track group to build your song

This module covers how to use track automation within the project.

This module covers how to add multiple sequences to our main project using track automation

This module covers how to use the XYFX automation in its read and write state

This module covers how to eventually arrange and export the song for distribution

This module covers what is the next step to take after completing the course

This module covers some shortcuts that can be effective for a faster workflow on the Akai MPC device