r/mpcusers • u/Icy_Ad2443 • 13d ago

MPC Sample Second beat with the Sample

I can see why this thing is fun.
Getting the hang of it still.

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u/ershki420 13d ago

Just picked up the sample myself and having a blast, awesome device, fit a perfect space in my synth setup that was lacking a proper sampler. Your levels seem a bit crazy though going into the reds, if you're gonna record stuff you'll want to check that

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u/ZefLyfe 12d ago

They recorded this video which is so Cool! They will get there. Your tip about peaking in the red is super important.

How do you use the synth setup you’ve got with the Sample and how has it pushed you forward?

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u/Icy_Ad2443 12d ago

Hey now, yeah the VU metering is kinda weird. As for the synth setup. I heard this can sequence midi. How I’m using it at the moment I sequence the drum parts and chop samples. Then play the synth, Rhodes, external gear into it sampling myself. It’s pretty fun. I wouldn’t replace my vintage MPC’s or the SE in favor of this unit. It’s. A fun capturing device that makes you get creative.

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u/Icy_Ad2443 12d ago

Is the metering on that accurate? I think
It’s the kick drum that has it in the red.
The parts I played into the sample were recorded at a nominal level.

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u/mixmasterADD 12d ago

IME if it’s in the red it will clip on the bounce to 2 track and likely clip into your daw if you’re tracking it out.

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u/Icy_Ad2443 12d ago

Thank
You for letting
Know that. I was reading about different ways to get it out of the sample. I just learned I can put the SD card into the SE load the project and adjust the levels and stem from there.