Akai MPC Renaissance

[PKP]

Introducing the next Generation of Akai MPC

[tomlee]

an interesting maschine.

[amaysin]

Its hot and I'm definitely gonna check it out. I think it'll cost more than machine especially because of the I/Os I look at it as something I would take with me when I didn't wanna sit in front of my 4000 I got maschine for portability but MPC users already know the MP so there's no having to learn a new interface. Lets see how many bugs it ships with first

[digigem]

Fusing Akai Professional’s legendary MPC layout and workflow with the power of your computer, MPC Renaissance is an unrivaled instrument for music production. The new flagship is a fully integrated hardware/software system: MPC Renaissance allows you to create using classic hardware controls and an integrated pop-up display, while it’s exclusive MPC Software empowers you with unprecedented, expandable production capabilities on your Mac or PC.

Fuses legendary MPC production with the processing power of your computer
Vintage Mode changes output sound character to MPC3000, MPC60 and more
16 backlit genuine MPC pads, 16 Q-Link controls, and adjustable backlit LCD screen
Classic MPC Note Repeat, MPC Swing and MPC transport controls
MPC SOFTWARE for Mac or PC with 64-track sequencing capability
Two XLR-1/4” combo inputs and dedicated turntable input
Four-channel US B 2.0 audio interface and two-port US B 2.0 hub built in
Up to eight pad banks?more than any other MPC ever
Two MIDI inputs and four MIDI outputs
Stereo 1/4” out, stereo assignable mix 1/4” out & S/PDIF I/O

MPC SOFTWARE
64-track sequencing capability
Massive 6GB+ sound library, including all of the sounds of the classic MPC3000
Instant mapping and real-time adjustment of VST plug-ins
Record each track as an MPC drum program, Keygroup program or VST plug-in
Runs standalone and as VST, AU or RTAS plug-in
Supports WAV, MP3, AIFF, REX and SND
Supports samples and sequences from any MPC ever made
Mac and PC-compatible

[ScratchNSurf]

So this is a rehash of a now obsolete product?

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[Phaidon]

Originally Posted by ScratchNSurf

So this is a rehash of a now obsolete product?

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No,it's not.
But if that's what you get out of it,that's cool bro!

[Phaidon]

Lotsa integration!
Looks promising.

[depulse]

Any idea of the price? It has to be at or below the price of Maschine to have a chance.

It looks nice, I know understand why they were blowing out MPC1000 for 400 Euros recently. But will it have TRx0x step recording like MPCs with the JJ OS?

[digigem]

Most likely around £799

[Michael E]

Introducing the next Generation of Akai MPC

[digigem]

From the spec it looks like its not a standalone unit. it has got an audio interface in built though.

[Jeezo]

Pathetic .....but looks pretty ....

[Jeezo]

oh yeah advertising : "want to know when the next video will drop .."

Lol : hell no , we want to know when the PRODUCT gonna drop ....is it before 2020 or not .....and good driver before 2030 ?

I'm rude , but as a long time Akai user i'm used to big marketing and poor support and release dates never straight .....

[AcoosticZoo]

Very interesting, how much?

[wouldmixforfood]

Originally Posted by digigem

From the spec it looks like its not a standalone unit. it has got an audio interface in built though.

Maybe that's going to be the differentiation between the MPC Renaissance and the MPC Studio? The Studio being the standalone unit? Guess we'll know in about 150 hours...

I hope this will finally be a proper implementation of the Maschine concept; great concept but they cut so many corners. Regardless how good or bad Akai is going to be, competition is good because someone will have to do some work. Maybe walk a few tables down to ask the Kontakt colleagues if you can use their time-strech algorithm? Better late than never.

At least the MPC controller LOOKS like it is a lot better, miles better from where I'm sitting. Hope this is true for the pads too, hard to tell from looking at it though.

Edit: guess not as the Studio is labeled as 'Slimline', that would probably be the 'travel' version then.

[The Beatsmith]

Mmmm, i want the size of something like this (vs the slimline), but have no use for the converters. I hope the slimline isn't too cut down. Every piece of hardware should have a padded wrist rest!

Also a bit nervous of Akai's software programming abilities...

I've never really gotten on with Maschine's sequencer, and it certainly is a bit basic and 90's to look at. I get annoyed that mine doesn't have a tilted screen.

I also think this is gonna be quite expensive...

[wouldmixforfood]

Originally Posted by The Beatsmith

Also a bit nervous of Akai's software programming abilities...

True that they are not known for their best initial releases However, they took their sweet time doing this one. That could(!) mean that they put a lot of effort in it, as opposed to releasing a Maschine competitor as soon as possible. Isn't it odd that they have been this quiet until now even though they have all the MPC IP? Also, eventually they update their software/firmware to stable versions. Latest example being the 5000. The reason you usually don't hear about that is because people can finally get to work instead of spending their time posting.

They are in a pretty good position to claim that market, the controllers that they have been building the last few years are pretty solid. I know that not everyone likes them, but I see only one thing wrong with them: the pads. Very well catered for by the aftermarket though. GREAT to see: jog wheel, number pad and directional cursor keys. My cousin will be happy when I give him my Maschine controller.

[studioprojekt]

Originally Posted by AcoosticZoo

Very interesting, how much?

And is this new MPC have a midi multitimbral ? Can I use Cubase for send midi to MPC. For example:

Cubase midi channel out 1 -> midi in channel 1 MPC kick (audio mono OUT1)
Cubase midi channel out 2 -> midi in channel 2 MPC bass (audio mono OUT2)

I was try this with MPC 2500SE, but no multitimbral. MPC2500 was always listen on midichannel 1...

Only MPC4000 was a multitimbral, as I know...

[TonyBelmont]

New Akai MPC!

Fusing legendary MPC layout and workflow with the power of your computer. MPC Renaissance is an unrivaled music production instrument.

[The Beatsmith]

Nothing gets past Tony!

[SWAN808]

sure those converters will just be variations of their recent (probably low endish) EIE Pro...which isnt too exciting...

Is this a full fledged DAW that can record audio?

If they did a version without the interface and a proper DAW that worked well - might be quite cool...

[TonyBelmont]

Originally Posted by The Beatsmith

Nothing gets past Tony!

I noticed there wasn't a thread yet.

[EvanBrass]

Originally Posted by TonyBelmont

I noticed there wasn't a thread yet.

This is like the 3rd thread so far?! hahaha
On a side note, did anyone hear that they announced a new MPC?

[TonyBelmont]

Originally Posted by EvanBrass

This is like the 3rd thread so far?! hahaha
On a side note, did anyone hear that they announced a new MPC?

Yeah, unfortunately no one else decided to put the name of the company (Akai) in the title, so I didn't figure it out until after. I just did a quick scan.

[ltjohnrambo]

I'm looking forward to hearing how the Vintage emulations sound. Why hasn't someone made a plugin that actually sounds like an MPC60?

[allure45]

It looks like plastic toy, I don't understand is this something like NI Mashine? or like Motif XS with sound engine fully controllable in your favorite DAW?

[bladetragic]

Was wondering when they would come w/ something like this. Actually surprised it took 'em this long. Thought they would've been the first to drop something like this but NI beat 'em to the punch.

Curious to see what the reviews will be and how it stacks up against Maschine. Also interested to hear if the Vintage mode sounds like the real thing.

[ltjohnrambo]

Originally Posted by allure45

It looks like plastic toy, I don't understand is this something like NI Mashine? or like Motif XS with sound engine fully controllable in your favorite DAW?

I agree, the physical design of it is pretty cheap looking, although I do like the inclusion of the armrest, I wish it were real leather though. Akai's product design has really taken a turn for the worse. Too toy-ish and not professional looking at all.

[djshire]

Akais response to Maschine.

[rammanr88]

Originally Posted by bladetragic

Was wondering when they would come w/ something like this. Actually surprised it took 'em this long. Thought they would've been the first to drop something like this but NI beat 'em to the punch.

Curious to see what the reviews will be and how it stacks up against Maschine. Also interested to hear if the Vintage mode sounds like the real thing.

xactly, cause people pride thier mpcs on two major things: that mpc3000 sound and sequencer feel!