Introducing Force Firmware Update 3.0.5

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  • Опубликовано: 11 окт 2024
  • We're proud to announce Force firmware update 3.0.5. In this update we introduce the arranger, MIDI multi, macros and so much more. Learn why Force is now the complete standalone music production workhorse- from start to finish.
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Комментарии • 268

  • @JayHosking
    @JayHosking 4 года назад +78

    This is an extremely powerful update. It's probably the single biggest addition of features that I have seen to any device via firmware. They are basically everything I have ever wanted from the Force (recording without need of an external recording device, Elektron-style performance macros and crossfader plus more, multi-MIDI). I am really looking forward to giving these new features a spin. Congratulations on a great update, and thank you for continuing to support your amazing devices.

    • @AveMcree
      @AveMcree 4 года назад

      Jay Hosking Elektron like micros? Bro MPCs been doing this for decades😂

    • @Hypnofunk
      @Hypnofunk 4 года назад

      I second that. Looking forward to indulging you in one of your upcoming videos with the force usuing elektron style macros? I hope :)

    • @JayHosking
      @JayHosking 4 года назад +2

      Hypnofunk Most definitely!

    • @phoenixloop
      @phoenixloop 4 года назад +2

      @@JayHosking -- real interested in seeing how this contrasts with the Maschine+ vid you just did!

    • @JayHosking
      @JayHosking 4 года назад

      @@phoenixloop You and me both!

  • @mojodrum3215
    @mojodrum3215 4 года назад +60

    Omg this is sooooooooo good!!!!!!!!! It's like a whole new machine good job Akai.

  • @electro808kat
    @electro808kat 4 года назад +27

    AKAIPRO thanks for listening to the FORCE community & the much needed update.
    DRUM Synth NEXT please.

    • @earskills
      @earskills 3 года назад +2

      Done :-) 3.0.6

    • @CorruptPianist
      @CorruptPianist 3 года назад +1

      @@earskills OK FINE I'LL BUY IT JEEZ

  • @cedricklouault2739
    @cedricklouault2739 4 года назад +26

    Thanks.... not having to bare anymore all these comments on forums and Fb groups since months by people complaining IS PRICELESS.

    • @cedricklouault2739
      @cedricklouault2739 4 года назад

      MultiMidi, automation, midi Learn, Ableton import, 16 Level !!!!

    • @Pupenhausen
      @Pupenhausen 4 года назад

      Still no notes mode in Ableton 😂

    • @PoboyMusic
      @PoboyMusic 4 года назад +6

      Trust me people will always find something else to bitch about.

    • @PinkBuddhaAcademy
      @PinkBuddhaAcademy 4 года назад +1

      Haha - well, you have to admit that the bitching is well deserved. Akai has some of the worst communication/customer service.

    • @AveMcree
      @AveMcree 4 года назад

      Pink Buddha I can name several companies with far worse customer service.

  • @__Jan___
    @__Jan___ 4 года назад +12

    Best piece of hardware you can get for music production imo

  • @AveMcree
    @AveMcree 4 года назад +21

    Yaaay it’s Andy doing the overview

    • @bulletheadbeatz2296
      @bulletheadbeatz2296 4 года назад +7

      Whar's good Bro!?...Notice how each time Force is updated it's never 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4 etc...but 3.0.1-3.0.5??? Word is, Akai is planning to merge both platforms in the future. Pete hinted at it earlier this year. The MPC is currently at 2.8 and I'm sure Akai is working on the next update. With that being said, they definitely have time to make a huge announcement at Winter NAMM 2021...#ForceMPC3pt1 😎

    • @marclemar
      @marclemar 4 года назад

      I was wondering if you saw this. Shit making think so I want a Force or a Maschine + if I do indeed go standalone

    • @theblowupdollsmusic
      @theblowupdollsmusic 4 года назад +1

      @@marclemar Same here. Not sure which one to get.

    • @forgottenmohawks8734
      @forgottenmohawks8734 4 года назад

      @@bulletheadbeatz2296 god I hope so. Speaking as an MPC X owner that’d be really awesome 😍

  • @nickdeezproductionz
    @nickdeezproductionz 4 года назад +19

    The MPC line need to implement some of these features ASAP !!!!!!!!!

  • @BeauTylerMakesMusic
    @BeauTylerMakesMusic 3 года назад +3

    i’m an MPC and Maschine user. i was considering the + despite its limitations but i’m so glad I came across this video. There is no competition between this and the Maschine +. Way to go Akai!

  • @gastondomingorena5513
    @gastondomingorena5513 4 года назад +51

    All X and Live’s users need the update

  • @MrTanukiD
    @MrTanukiD 4 года назад +13

    I have my fingers crossed that the arranger mode is coming for the MPC.

  • @moonlander9012
    @moonlander9012 4 года назад +9

    Awesome, it’s finally here! Great job Akai, thank you for this upgrade! Edit: The Ableton import looks AMAZING!!! This update went beyond my wildest dreams for the Force, thank you so much Akai for making my dream of importing whole projects from Ableton come true!

  • @jsutton241
    @jsutton241 4 года назад +13

    The arranger mode is awesome. I see they brought over the midi they brought to mpc. Hope they bring the arranger to MPC

    • @jsutton241
      @jsutton241 4 года назад +1

      Cardinal Montresor well I see you later then, cause I got the mpc one and that shits dope. Secondly the mpc is very relevant. I know a lot of people that have them. Learn the software, I’m able to get thru my beats very well.

  • @blaizet7600
    @blaizet7600 4 года назад +2

    I can’t believe how good this update is. Whoever was on the team for the firmware update for this deserves a raise. You have clearly brought this unit back from the dead and now it’s a serious contender against the maschine +. Native instruments must be sweating looking at this killer update

  • @valiobeyond
    @valiobeyond 4 года назад +3

    Totally spectacular. I love this machine. Thanks so much Akai Pro Force team. For me Force is the best music production machine ever. I go now to install the update to my Force. Thanks. Wonderfull.

  • @jodagold5481
    @jodagold5481 4 года назад +7

    I kept the faith on this product early purchaser here , boy I’m glad I did ?! Well done Akai this is fuckin class

  • @jason3534
    @jason3534 4 года назад +4

    Advanced 16 levels! So sick. Just updated. Worth the wait. Thank you thank you thank you! Happy Tuesday!

  • @milanwulf
    @milanwulf 4 года назад +7

    I am really surprised, I had expected a big update but it exceeded my expectations, especially the Ableton import blew me away, I don't know any device that can do this, exporting to ableton is quite common these days.
    Only disk streaming is still missing to play longer live performances, if that is added, then the device is absolutely perfect for me and there is nothing left to complain about. Good work Akai!

    • @TheMinniemal
      @TheMinniemal 4 года назад

      What else can export to ableton?

    • @milanwulf
      @milanwulf 4 года назад

      ​@@TheMinniemal The Korg electribe 2 for example, of course the mpc live, but now that you mention it I can't think of so many :D Little bit different but the Roland MC707 can send audio to Ableton via USB to individual tracks.

    • @Morne555
      @Morne555 4 года назад +1

      Disk streaming would really make a difference with it only having 2gb of RAM.

    • @blue.sunset
      @blue.sunset 4 года назад +1

      @@TheMinniemal Korg Gadget export to Ableton.

  • @Itsmykool
    @Itsmykool 4 года назад +5

    This is everything and more then I ever asked for. Thank you for not giving up on us.

  • @djjas764
    @djjas764 4 года назад +5

    Worth the wait.... loads of support to Akai...... they are proving every time that they are listening and the best..........
    ❤️❤️

  • @robertsyrett1992
    @robertsyrett1992 4 года назад +5

    Wow, FINALLY. Ableton Live in a frickin box!

  • @JoshElliottMusic
    @JoshElliottMusic 3 года назад +1

    Akai on point with this! Combining features of Ableton/Push with MPC and Elektronesque tricks. Very very impressive!

  • @MayoSoulomon
    @MayoSoulomon 4 года назад +37

    Bring this to Live/X/One gaddamnit!!!

    • @rolandboss9045
      @rolandboss9045 4 года назад +9

      This update is a response to NI Maschine+.

    • @alfreddawson3765
      @alfreddawson3765 4 года назад +6

      @@rolandboss9045 lol The Maschine Plus was a very late response to the MPC. The Force Arranger update had been was announced at Winter NAMM and was definitely planned WAY before any announcement of the Maschine Plus.

    • @DOCLOWE1988
      @DOCLOWE1988 4 года назад +1

      Alfred Dawson i see you fam.

  • @iWithinMe
    @iWithinMe 4 года назад +7

    The Features I had been waiting for !!! Just Ordered Mine :)

  • @goodboid
    @goodboid 4 года назад +9

    This will keep me busy for the next year. Great updates!

  • @d.farmrose8077
    @d.farmrose8077 4 года назад +11

    Wow Akai very impressive. This is what I envisioned when I bought the force when it was released. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you, this is like owning a new instrument.

  • @HansuMyura
    @HansuMyura 4 года назад +10

    Not shown in the demo: Easy configurable program changes on a per-clip basis = FIXED. Great 😀👍

  • @FREEZER4000
    @FREEZER4000 Год назад

    I asked Akai if there was a complete tutorial on the force , They were kind enough to write back saying the following : " We don't offer a step by step tutorial guide," ( They offered other helpful suggestions and were as gracious as can be ) I really want this unit , but the thought of being in the middle of the pond guessing which way swim to shore is frightening . I wish Andy would create a step by step tutorial guide, for beginners , I would buy it - I'd like to add my thanks to Akai & Andy for all you have offered so far . I really do admire you pro's out there

  • @johnvdl
    @johnvdl 4 года назад +4

    LOOOOOOVVVVVEEEEEE THIS♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️I bet the thump down is not from a Force user... (he probably just bought a Maschine+😂😂😂).

  • @HansuMyura
    @HansuMyura 4 года назад +4

    Thanks Akai, this is an absolutely fantastic update! 👍

  • @djDivineJustice
    @djDivineJustice 3 года назад +1

    Always learn something new!!! 16 level editing is dope!!!!

  • @Tin233
    @Tin233 4 года назад +2

    Really pleased with this long awaited update, can’t wait to get involved with it...

  • @cratediggah
    @cratediggah 4 года назад

    Much love to the Akai team for their hard work. Just purchased a Live 2 and would love to see these features come over as an early Xmas gift!

  • @elvinlewis4233
    @elvinlewis4233 4 года назад +3

    Thank you Akai!!!! This is the BOMB!

  • @dom2er
    @dom2er 3 года назад +2

    Looks amazing! Great job! Hopefully this update is going to be implemented into the X and live as well. Don't let us longtime Mpc users down. Thanks! Peace, Dom

  • @BritoWorx
    @BritoWorx 4 года назад +3

    Nice Job in this update Akai. Now some the Live some love.

  • @djsharpmclive1221
    @djsharpmclive1221 4 года назад +2

    Ok so in the future we can look forward to more mpc one features .... great update though, very forward thinking , way to go akai team!

  • @insomniacbk
    @insomniacbk 4 года назад +2

    finally... I wait so long time..
    good job akai guys.

  • @Artek604
    @Artek604 4 года назад +8

    Please port all of this goodness - incl. Hype - to MPC line!!! :o

  • @TheBushcraftonline
    @TheBushcraftonline 4 года назад +8

    Best update ever!

  • @arttravelsmusictravels4lif438
    @arttravelsmusictravels4lif438 4 года назад +4

    We need our MpcLive to be on that level would make a lot of MPC Users would be hype in real-time 🤗looks super Amazing

  • @Mobiluks
    @Mobiluks 4 года назад +2

    You are the best. Now I know we can trust in you!!!

  • @S1ph3r
    @S1ph3r 4 года назад +1

    Congratulations AKAI this is a awesome update!

  • @lpn369
    @lpn369 4 года назад +5

    Now I will be getting this for myself Xmas 🙂

  • @trukrerette
    @trukrerette 4 года назад +4

    THANK YOU AKAI!!!!!!!!!! ❤

  • @niklassilen4313
    @niklassilen4313 4 года назад +8

    Hopefully we get some of these things for the MPC as I prefer the portability of the Live.

  • @SabcatPrinting
    @SabcatPrinting 4 года назад +4

    that customisable 16 levels is the bomb! MPC users will be like.. "i need more pads".

  • @superchroma
    @superchroma 4 года назад

    A portion of this song sounds like the track 'What Have You? (White Girl Lust Remix)' by Diamond Lights which I'm pretty sure only exists in digital form in an obscure 2011 mix for radio made by the Bag Raiders. Great sound, never thought I'd hear it again. Very nice.

  • @RobertSaxy
    @RobertSaxy 2 года назад

    This is very much how GarageBand on the iPad works but turn the paga 90 degrees clockwise but with better editing and hardware control which is great for me because that’s were I learned all my workflow for electronic/hiphop/pop styles. Should be getting mine next week and very excited

  • @mempomusic8783
    @mempomusic8783 4 года назад +3

    Worth the waiting !!!

  • @Hypnofunk
    @Hypnofunk 4 года назад

    Looks supermassive, THX THX THX AKAI!! Awesome job. Drum synth, a few more beat FXs and a few more plug in synths. Then The Force is everything I always hoped and envisioned it could be.

  • @Robert_Babicz
    @Robert_Babicz 4 года назад +2

    this makes the force really interesting !

  • @claudiostano
    @claudiostano 3 года назад

    This is really cool !!
    I hope to see similar MIDI and audio sequencing/arranging capabilities in a smaller format ( even better having slightly bigger display ) !!

  • @ghostnebulah
    @ghostnebulah 4 года назад +3

    I'm just waiting for the elastique pro warp algorithm in standalone mode (real time)... or warp complex like in ableton. in the AKAI FORCE and MPC LIVE, please.

  • @cresshead
    @cresshead 4 года назад +1

    looks really fantastic update

  • @Maleeee
    @Maleeee 4 года назад +2

    Ableton: But, but..
    Akai Force: No buts. Just beats

  • @dolo747
    @dolo747 4 года назад +1

    FINALLY... GEEZ.. this is how it should've shipped originally. been waiting for over a year for this update.

    • @dolo747
      @dolo747 4 года назад

      @@tColorsinspacerecordings corny bro

    • @rolandboss9045
      @rolandboss9045 4 года назад

      @@tColorsinspacerecordings 😅😅😅

  • @virusbeatsfl
    @virusbeatsfl 4 года назад +1

    Dammit!!! This update is madness. Updating ASAP....

  • @earskills
    @earskills 3 года назад

    Definitely a massive addition to an already dope device. The best would be if they start to support VST/AU in a future update...This would be incredible ;-)

  • @canmisir
    @canmisir 4 года назад

    It's like Akai gave the Force users a whole new machine. Incredible.

  • @KeirMurphy
    @KeirMurphy 4 года назад

    Well done guys. Rocky ride to get here, but well done. The Ableton import stuff is pretty cool, and nothing else on the market can bring in an arranger project afaik.

  • @99MUZIK
    @99MUZIK 4 года назад +3

    Abelton should hired you guys as a consultant for the push 3 the word on the street they are working on a stand-alone push.

    • @TheMinniemal
      @TheMinniemal 4 года назад

      i thought they said that leak was fake... If I knew stand-alone push is near, I would wait for it!

    • @ashleygillespie9883
      @ashleygillespie9883 4 года назад

      Is this nearly a standalone push now though ?

    • @TheMinniemal
      @TheMinniemal 4 года назад

      @@ashleygillespie9883 to be honest it is. But I would fancy a ableton release, it would surely be tighter integration, same workflow as current push, and Im hoping for a small unit!

    • @ashleygillespie9883
      @ashleygillespie9883 4 года назад

      Anton K. Yeh i hear you , this is sooooo tempting tho , but I’m going to hold off as long as I can. I’m assuming Akai would help ableton develop what ever comes after the push 2 anyway so they’ll still get my money !

  • @sashagrim3696
    @sashagrim3696 4 года назад +1

    Love it 😍 next update more synths🎨🎛️ please (the riser, hybrid 3 by air)

  • @popwa6977
    @popwa6977 4 года назад +1

    Thank you AKAI

  • @engx3733
    @engx3733 4 года назад

    Damn, Christmas came early! Epic work Akai!

  • @CWealthMusic
    @CWealthMusic 4 года назад +16

    Man, yall really came through with the lazy chop! Already have some requests for the next update though. lol
    1. I desperately NEED class compliant usb audio interface so I can multitrack my eurorack rig. This would go along with recording multiple audio tracks and/or audio clips simultaneously.
    2. Let's throw a note repeat option under the advance 16 levels selections with different timing divisions across 16 pads.

    • @HansuMyura
      @HansuMyura 4 года назад +6

      Please add to the list:
      3. Being able to reorder tracks easily after they have been created;
      4. More LFO's & destinations (sample edit screen);
      5. More envelopes / a pitch envelope (sample edit screen);
      6. Be able to configure the arpeggiator afterwards;
      7. Enhanced editing features while working in midi clips (e.g. select multiple 'single' events with shift+select)
      8. Overall fixes and enhancements on the base layer, better navigation.

    • @CWealthMusic
      @CWealthMusic 4 года назад +4

      Definetely thought of #3 too but didn't wanna go too hard on em. 🤣 Dope update regardless!

    • @HansuMyura
      @HansuMyura 4 года назад +3

      @D0p3CV After installing the update, I spent an hour and a half figuring out how everything worked and found lots of other fixes and improvements Akai didn't mention in the firmware update video. All great things. I'm very happy with this update! But since you had a wish list for the next update... I thought let me add some other wishes that me and other people have, maybe Akai is watching 😉😀

    • @user82938
      @user82938 4 года назад +2

      True on that note repeat request. That would be super useful.

    • @claudiongleur
      @claudiongleur 4 года назад

      nr 2 definately, also midi learn-to use external controllers!

  • @hasan7786
    @hasan7786 4 года назад +1

    I updated it, recorded a midi track in the arranger, went to figure out how to duplicate the clip to extend it down the timeline. Need to go into the manual.

    • @SabcatPrinting
      @SabcatPrinting 4 года назад

      theres a few tutorial vids here on the Akai channel

  • @BURG
    @BURG 4 года назад +8

    This is just epic! *** runs off to studio

    • @TheSynthZone
      @TheSynthZone 3 года назад +1

      I suddenly realised I needed one of these. All of a sudden last week!

  • @TheManInCommand
    @TheManInCommand 4 года назад +2

    I hope this update hits the MPC Live 2 I just purchased VERY SOON

  • @ogasi1798
    @ogasi1798 4 года назад

    that quad feature is very good i will give you that, nice work akai

  • @yodab.at1746
    @yodab.at1746 4 года назад +9

    Update due for the mpc one now please

  • @johnramhos
    @johnramhos 4 года назад +1

    I’m looking at this while staring at my Live and feeling jelly AF!

  • @sdrozo
    @sdrozo 4 года назад +1

    this update is fire!

  • @livinproof718
    @livinproof718 4 года назад +2

    I was just about to sell mine now I’m going to keep it

  • @lukemiles1711
    @lukemiles1711 4 года назад +1

    FINALLY :) Thanks Akai!

  • @trentb1511
    @trentb1511 4 года назад +2

    The Force was already good. This update makes it a Beast!!! Great job 👏 Akai!

  • @timhatch27
    @timhatch27 4 года назад +2

    Excellent!

  • @xmusologyx
    @xmusologyx 4 года назад +2

    Yes!!!

  • @user-ic7cj8lq9z
    @user-ic7cj8lq9z 3 года назад +2

    I am interested in a dedicated device with daw capability and this arranger update looks great. But for me the akai force is too big, if this arranger mode will be available for the mpc one I will get one. Can you connect a usb audio interface to the force or mpc one?

  • @bbeckford90
    @bbeckford90 4 года назад

    I was already thinking about going the live looping route as it's more immersive and a different way to produce. Was hoping to see if the force was Ableton in the box as I'm debating learning the program or just grabbing the force and making it part of the setup

  • @jamesking6583
    @jamesking6583 3 года назад

    So many years ago I had a couple 1200's, a Gemini 8 bit sampler, fostex 4 track and bounced everything off the tape 4 track. Eventually bought an ASR-10 and had it fully loaded. My girl at the time pawned it in 07' when I left offshore. Pay attention to who ya laying with. Between this period of time I was working at a studio for an NFL running back 98' to 99'. I put music to the side with the many things going. Fast forward to today. Got a Akai force, Maschine mk3, Mac, yadda yadda. Input if it makes sense to buy that old gear? That old ASR When I got a Force. Looking for input from producers that have been around the last 3 or 4 decades.

  • @alexandercincuk271
    @alexandercincuk271 4 года назад

    Ich bin begeistert Danke AKAI

  • @The-Eric-Cartman
    @The-Eric-Cartman 3 года назад +2

    Any updates coming to allow time signatures besides 4/4?

  • @GirlfightClub
    @GirlfightClub 4 года назад

    Amazing! Thank you! Next update please Drums synth and class compliant midi

  • @LonkDonk
    @LonkDonk 4 года назад +1

    YES!

  • @monokel7565
    @monokel7565 4 года назад +1

    Awesome thank you so much

  • @hansolowmfers
    @hansolowmfers 3 года назад +1

    I wish this project file he's using was available to use along with him instead of just watching him do cool shit I'm gonna forget

  • @tywright42
    @tywright42 4 года назад

    So ready to download this update asap

  • @alien_brain
    @alien_brain 4 года назад

    akai brought the heat to force!

  • @TheRealDanMac
    @TheRealDanMac 4 года назад +1

    Wow this looks good

  • @entyce66
    @entyce66 4 года назад +2

    Interesting piece of gear

  • @ferenctheonlyfoool2397
    @ferenctheonlyfoool2397 4 года назад +4

    FINALLY

  • @LoveMeBack
    @LoveMeBack 4 года назад +1

    Just in time before I was about to purchase Maschine+.

  • @rnedp760
    @rnedp760 4 года назад

    It's been a while coming, but have to say that's a pretty decent upgrade.

  • @wessgate1
    @wessgate1 4 года назад +6

    my MPC Live is collecting dust cause it doesnt have an arranger...my Maschine Mk1 is my daily driver lol

  • @johnnyparker2128
    @johnnyparker2128 4 года назад +1

    Now I got to go up into the attic to dig up my Force

  • @ShannonOli
    @ShannonOli 4 года назад +2

    Let's goooo

  • @keishamervin
    @keishamervin 4 года назад +1

    Nice update

  • @Iron-Soul
    @Iron-Soul 4 года назад +1

    Looks like the Force is back from the dead.

  • @lookingforplaces
    @lookingforplaces 3 года назад

    very interesting video! Greetings from Italy

  • @TripleBProduktionz
    @TripleBProduktionz 4 года назад +1

    18:36 If you could load Studio One projects, id buy it