Casually comparing MPC vs. SP404mk2 to a new beatmaker

Sharing my perspective on the Akai MPC platform versus the Roland SP404mk2. I have way more experience with the MPC, but I've owned the SP404mk2 since it came out. I'm hoping this video will help people that are contemplating the two different devices with little to none to experience with either of them.

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More MPC Content:
Video on MPC learning curve: https://youtu.be/y_5LmzxPtaE
4 beats no samples session: https://youtu.be/ddEYXZemTL4
Creative session with MPC One Plus https://youtu.be/ilzhNRpdlLA
MPC One, Live 2, Key 61 comparison https://youtu.be/MSJqNQ61yNg

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Chapters:
00:00 What this is about
01:17 Midi
02:14 Audio Workflows
07:56 FX
13:30 Shortcuts (and limitations) are a good thing
15:05 Hardware and cost specific comparison
17:52 My opinion on the easiest platform to learn
19:41 'OneShot' mode is different on both platforms

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