@@jonmakesbeats Don't fool for it man, this is the dude that works at RadioShack just trying to trying to sneak his way into your life. He's gonna ask you to spit a rap real quick anytime now...
This dude just knows his way around a machine. I have an Octatrack and even with the manual I haven't figured that thing out. Not only does he unlock its mysteries with each upload but he gets ahold of a totally different machine and instantly creates an immaculately textured beat.
They are typically pretty similar. You learn one it can adapt to others. One thing you can do is use your daw to send midi to your outboard gear. That way you can program the MIDI in the PC if you have problems playing it. It's great to bounce hardware to FL studio and sample in it. More user friendly an you still get a little grit from the bounce.
I love what you said about taking your time. I feel like it's a continuation of the idea you brought up in a previous video that the process isn't only about the fastest workflow possible, but about enjoying the process itself, or something along those lines. That's dope you got the X-SE hook up! If Ableton said "here's a Push 3!" I wouldn't hesitate for a second to take it haha.
Man this beat.. If someone in the late 90s or early 00s had picked this up it would be an all time classic award winning track I'm sure about that! Goosebumps
bro where do you think he got his influence from? Haha But think about it: if he was alive then... he wouldn't have had all that to pull from because it wouldn't have happened yet and if it was happening, decent chance he wouldn't have know cuz the internet in the 90's wasn't like it is now
Making electronic music as a form of therapy was what got me back into it after a few years off from steady gigging and session work as a live musician. Now i make music everyday again, its just from the comfort of my home instead of in bars, basements and studios and i am happier almost across the board. I do miss the live crowd side of things and collaborations.
I kind of just discovered you within that last couple of months and your videos are always playing for me at work. you really ignited that inspiration to make beats again. thanks
Yo, I’ve had my Mpc and stuff for years gone through some and lost some, bought new ones. I have never learned anything until I started watching you bro. Learning even from your octatrack videos! Kuddos Jon! Keep going!
Yoo, when you threw on the bass and the different atmospheric textures, it really came to life. Also, really dope warmth to it when you ran it through the tape. Much love from Denmark! I'm super jealous of the MPC X SE. Makes me wanna get one :)
I was a naysayer on MPC. Looked pretty good but I didn’t think it was for me. 3.0 Beta workflow peaked my interest so I bought a demo of the One +. It was so good I returned it after a week and ordered the MPC X SE. I am thrilled with it. I had been kicking around the idea of getting a workstation but this more suits my needs. Like you said, it’s therapeutic. I just get on it and go and go and go. A lot of my other hardware I don’t gel with and most of it doesn’t sound as good either. I was kind of expecting the MPC not to sound so great. It’s not an old school machine. It’s got that new school flavor. It’s not a DAW but has a lot of the best features of one. Most of all, I like the workflow, the sounds and when I use it, I don’t want to stop.
You earned my sub with this vid. Sick beat! I used to make beats years ago, but life got in the way and I fell off. Now I'm building out my home studio and getting back into it. Workflows have changed a lot over the years, and it's interesting to see how the craft is done on newer gear.
You mentioned how the OT is super nice because it filled the frame of the video and it was easy for viewers to see it and all the options and parameters as you were making beats. Well I think this MPC is killing it in that regard too. It's just visually nice to look at, has tons of information thats easy to pick out by the viewers, and fills the frame nicely.
This channel is so underrated. I really appreciate the work you put into your content. So much content on the internet these days is just garbage that tries to sell you something or brain rot... This channel is a consistent escape from that. also I fw the jacket 🔥
How about we petition Jon to make a track using all the oohs and ahhs when he thinks something is fire. We can even let him cheat a bit and let him put his random humming bits in for background vocals? 20 likes and he’ll do it!!! Come on guys put him out of his comfort zone. Synths are too easy for him to make beatzzzz!!
One advantage of a big device like this is that the amount of sound per square inch is much less, helping you to create those pockets. Well played, Gareth Churchill!
I recognized the break from your track "Afraid of Us", great song. I've been listening to you since passing fancies dropped. I'm more into making drumless beats atm but you had a big influence on my earlier sound. Love to watch these videos and see your process!
Yo Jon...for the past 5 years for the whole month of December my ringtone is always Seasons Greetings from your Yuletide Bangerz beat tape. That jawn is so fire. Hits different for me. Salute G
I have both , they are both great , the soft synths on maschine are way better than the MPC ones , the sample chopping is easier and more fluid on the MPC
just wanna congratulate you on making your videos , there really appreciated I see you making music in this room and I know its your favorite place in the world and I congratulate you on that because success isn't always being rich or having the most expensive car its this right here , doing what you lovee and being happy , God bless you a lot and pray you have long Life and Perfect health for all your days love the beats man and your style its legendary !! God bless you G
you can also use just about any USB multitrack audio interface with the MPC and get even more physical ins and outs, and that way you also get to essentially choose which DAC/ADCs you use for audio. So you could have done that with your MPC One; however, I think the biggest benefit of the MPC X is the 16 q-links with the OLED displays, and that's not something you can add-on
Do you ever make videos of how you arrange tracks? or do you just get them to this loop stage and then thats it? I would love to see you arrange them into full tracks if you do? Thanks, love the channel
Picked up mine in 2019 and did a lot of research before I did (6mnths). Wanted a good drum machine and ended up with so much more. Greatest piece of gear especially for the ability to work in stand alone as well 👊🧡👍
I dream to one day have a studio like yours. Also, I'm sure you hear this alot, but That's O.K. is one of my favorite songs of all time. Your music and your channel inspire me bro.
love the look of that machine, lucky man getting sent all this cool gear, shame i dont have enough money to splash on new stuff, great video, maybe one day i can find one cheap enough.
OK, THIS thing was edited by yours truly...thanks for watching everyone!
How Long is the unedited footage? :3
What’s ya e-mail bro?
Good job bro!! Looks like it takes much time!
Great job, you project his creative flow/energy from A to B perfectly
GARITH CHURCHHILL
This was classic Gareth Churchill. 🔥
He’s back!
Haha
Nah man while I fuck w this and his evolution, he has started to deviate from his usual Churchillian formulas...
His Alt Ego like MF DOOM
unbelievable how much you make me wanna sit down and make music instead of going to work
That’s the point!
@@jonmakesbeatsyou’re the reason i wanna make beats. good shit man. keep it up please and thank you.
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
Work is always in the fkn way of having fun
Do it
Genuinely one of the most beautiful and sincere sentiments I’ve ever read expressed.
I feel this so much.
idk why it took me so long to realize that you are Jonwayne. Bro you are amazing and definitely don't get the recognition you deserve!
Hahaha thanks for watching
i had the same!! Listened to your songs for a really long time, but didn't make the connection right away. Love your songs, amazing artist
@@jonmakesbeats Don't fool for it man, this is the dude that works at RadioShack just trying to trying to sneak his way into your life. He's gonna ask you to spit a rap real quick anytime now...
From the thumbnail recognised you dude! Love your music. Subbed
He clearly said that his name is Gareth
This dude just knows his way around a machine. I have an Octatrack and even with the manual I haven't figured that thing out. Not only does he unlock its mysteries with each upload but he gets ahold of a totally different machine and instantly creates an immaculately textured beat.
Thanks. Once you learn one it’s easier to learn the others tbh
They are typically pretty similar. You learn one it can adapt to others. One thing you can do is use your daw to send midi to your outboard gear. That way you can program the MIDI in the PC if you have problems playing it. It's great to bounce hardware to FL studio and sample in it. More user friendly an you still get a little grit from the bounce.
helps allot to play in harmony scales.
I love what you said about taking your time. I feel like it's a continuation of the idea you brought up in a previous video that the process isn't only about the fastest workflow possible, but about enjoying the process itself, or something along those lines. That's dope you got the X-SE hook up! If Ableton said "here's a Push 3!" I wouldn't hesitate for a second to take it haha.
Neither would I. Ableton, hit me up!
This is one of the most fire things you’ve ever made!
I’m glad you think that!
I second that…this is one of the best, maybe top 3?? Such a vibe man!!
@ hell yeah!
Man this beat.. If someone in the late 90s or early 00s had picked this up it would be an all time classic award winning track I'm sure about that! Goosebumps
Thanks for listening
bro where do you think he got his influence from? Haha
But think about it: if he was alive then... he wouldn't have had all that to pull from because it wouldn't have happened yet and if it was happening, decent chance he wouldn't have know cuz the internet in the 90's wasn't like it is now
@@charlespancamo9771 thanks nobody asked for you opinion reply guy but I'm pretty sure you are doing great in your life by using this phenomenal logic
@@keenmux5708 Not sure why you took this like that but glad you enjoy the music!
Fantastic beat Gareth, you’re definitely getting the hang of this beatmaking thingy!
Any day now
Tape glued it all together so perfectly!
Always does
Making electronic music as a form of therapy was what got me back into it after a few years off from steady gigging and session work as a live musician. Now i make music everyday again, its just from the comfort of my home instead of in bars, basements and studios and i am happier almost across the board. I do miss the live crowd side of things and collaborations.
The asmosphere of this one + the tape is wild. One of my favourites for sure
Thanks for listening
best beat you made in ages, love it.
I’m glad I still got it
the way the drums started out compared to how they ended up is crazy
i was thinking the same thing. gah damn it jon
This is basically the three part setup I’ve been running since going dawless earlier in 2024.
Directly inspired by you 🙏🏼
Full circle!
I kind of just discovered you within that last couple of months and your videos are always playing for me at work. you really ignited that inspiration to make beats again. thanks
That’s great. I’m glad what I’m doing is helping you find your way to your work
Yo, I’ve had my Mpc and stuff for years gone through some and lost some, bought new ones. I have never learned anything until I started watching you bro. Learning even from your octatrack videos! Kuddos Jon! Keep going!
Cheers man
Jon, your beats give me the same vibe as Boards of Canada and that’s awesome.
My BoC influence is always rearing its ugly head
This beat sick af!
I like how the octatrack in the background is watching exactly what you're doing with the new gear 😅
Over my shoulder real salty
Yoo, when you threw on the bass and the different atmospheric textures, it really came to life. Also, really dope warmth to it when you ran it through the tape. Much love from Denmark! I'm super jealous of the MPC X SE. Makes me wanna get one :)
It’s fun and comfortable to work on
Thank you, Guitar Center! Solid move for the community ⚡️💫
Was super cool of them to present the arrangement
Vids/beats like this make me realize how important it is to understand scales and chords to make the ideas in your head come out right
All you need is a handful of scales and an ear
Your videos are a great inspiration to me Jon. Thank you so much for sharing your creative energy with us. Love from Northern Ireland xoxoxo
Cheers
I was a naysayer on MPC. Looked pretty good but I didn’t think it was for me. 3.0 Beta workflow peaked my interest so I bought a demo of the One +. It was so good I returned it after a week and ordered the MPC X SE. I am thrilled with it. I had been kicking around the idea of getting a workstation but this more suits my needs. Like you said, it’s therapeutic. I just get on it and go and go and go. A lot of my other hardware I don’t gel with and most of it doesn’t sound as good either. I was kind of expecting the MPC not to sound so great. It’s not an old school machine. It’s got that new school flavor. It’s not a DAW but has a lot of the best features of one. Most of all, I like the workflow, the sounds and when I use it, I don’t want to stop.
That’s the feeling, I’m glad you found a workflow that clicks.
The octatrack blaring over your shoulder jealously 😂 Fire as per usual!
Or glaring?
You earned my sub with this vid. Sick beat! I used to make beats years ago, but life got in the way and I fell off. Now I'm building out my home studio and getting back into it. Workflows have changed a lot over the years, and it's interesting to see how the craft is done on newer gear.
I like how Gaerth Churchill says "that's fire" and "nasty" whereas Jon used to say "cool" or chill" a lot.
Regional dialects
😂😂
Always making dope beats and come off as a very chill dude, respect Mr Jon
Thanks for watching
Fun fact: Massive Attack have used the same drum sample in "Five Man Army" song :)
Legend song 🎉🔥
is it the same drum loop as Biggie Feat Eminem - Dead Wrong?
you mean the Al Green break that's been used in 50 tracks if not more... it's a classic for sure.
Not really a fun fact considering many have used the classic break.
The way you layer sounds is so fun to watch! The beat was dope - slowed down version was FIRE!
Hey man thanks. Hope you’ve been good
@@jonmakesbeats likewise sir!
Such a good video man. Loved every second of it!
Thanks Ed!
Fire as always! Your new look makes you look like some kind of mystical beatmaking monk. But seriously, this beat is too good!
Haha
5:53 CHANGED MY LIFE
This appeals to my inner beat junky. Straight 🔥
Hell yeah
Man I love these videos. dope af. Gives me tons of inspiration and ideas for my own work flow.
Great to hear
that was absolutely GAS. this workflow looks so comfy. the special retro edition just hits different
The colorway is killing me tbh
@ 😭
Damn that came together beautifully. Your attention to detail is incredible it’s a lot of fun watching you work
This beat is nuts. The swing in the drums 😮💨
Funny enough the drums have little to no swing. Everything else does
I started my songwriting/production channel because of you !!! Thanks for inspiring me bro 🎉
Bro you crushed it once again! My new favorite channel! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Welcome back!
Yooooo dope as always! The drumbreak took me to track nr.9 from the Rap Album Two ;)
Such a West Coast vibe with this one. I love it. Great work Jon! When it's slowed down it get's nasty nice. The sped up version is even better.
Tape always adds what it needs
@@jonmakesbeats Real talk. Great work again Jon!
dude i love your setup, the background everything is perfect
You mentioned how the OT is super nice because it filled the frame of the video and it was easy for viewers to see it and all the options and parameters as you were making beats. Well I think this MPC is killing it in that regard too. It's just visually nice to look at, has tons of information thats easy to pick out by the viewers, and fills the frame nicely.
I noticed that too. Makes things very legible
❤❤❤❤ this track! Always great to see an MPC being used by a master.
Not a master of anything just yet. Forever a student
When you say “let’s record it to tape” and then slow it down, I swear I astrally project
Sorry to hear that lol
Bro... on da slick you really sick on da production!!!!
Thanks for listening
This channel is so underrated. I really appreciate the work you put into your content. So much content on the internet these days is just garbage that tries to sell you something or brain rot... This channel is a consistent escape from that.
also I fw the jacket 🔥
Thanks for the confidence boost all around
blew me away with your performance here. specially when pitch taped down, wauw. Mad respect, keep it up!
How about we petition Jon to make a track using all the oohs and ahhs when he thinks something is fire. We can even let him cheat a bit and let him put his random humming bits in for background vocals? 20 likes and he’ll do it!!! Come on guys put him out of his comfort zone. Synths are too easy for him to make beatzzzz!!
I should start a barbershop quartet
@@jonmakesbeats That's some microtonal shit right there - the barbershop 7th. Love to hear it in a beat.
@jonmakesbeats 🎉 we’ve found an audience for my idea. Are you gonna honour my claim? 😍
he didnt use the mc, he used the keyboard bro!
Thank you Gareth, i feel todays session really helped with some breakthroughs and raised some really interesting questions
That’s always the goal
MPC 3 Arranger mode is made for the X’s larger screen.
I have to agree
Jon makes heat!!!! Great beat. Keep having fun man!
You already know!
One advantage of a big device like this is that the amount of sound per square inch is much less, helping you to create those pockets. Well played, Gareth Churchill!
This one's footprint was too big for me, I wish they did they updated the MPC 2500. That's the perfect size/format for them IMO.
2kxl is the perfect size imo.
Gotta fit the pockets somewhere
Thank you Gareth, it was a pleasure
DAMN thats hot, its like every beat of yours just gets better and better
I like to think I get a tiny bit better every time I turn on the machines. Thanks for watching
I recognized the break from your track "Afraid of Us", great song. I've been listening to you since passing fancies dropped. I'm more into making drumless beats atm but you had a big influence on my earlier sound. Love to watch these videos and see your process!
Thanks Guitar Center!
Shout out Guitar Center
as always, so chill to watch man ! thanks a lot
Thanks for watching
You got one. You're gonna have some fun with this thing! :)
Thanks man looking forward to further misadventures lol
@@jonmakesbeats Can't wait to see what you cook up with this thing bro. That was saucy.
Yo Jon...for the past 5 years for the whole month of December my ringtone is always Seasons Greetings from your Yuletide Bangerz beat tape. That jawn is so fire. Hits different for me. Salute G
Maschine die hard here… damn that MP gets sexier by the day.
I have both , they are both great , the soft synths on maschine are way better than the MPC ones , the sample chopping is easier and more fluid on the MPC
just wanna congratulate you on making your videos , there really appreciated I see you making music in this room and I know its your favorite place in the world and I congratulate you on that because success isn't always being rich or having the most expensive car its this right here , doing what you lovee and being happy , God bless you a lot and pray you have long Life and Perfect health for all your days love the beats man and your style its legendary !! God bless you G
This comment made my day. I’m never happier than when I’m in the flow
@@jonmakesbeats Just seeing this and yeooo God Bless you really it transmits through the screen no cap and I know its priceless 💯
Amazing work Gareth
Thanks
Very cool ya got this sent over to the studio. Amazing work as usual, Jon!
Shoutout Guitar Center for this one
You should make a sample pack with all your vocal sound effects! 00:59
I’ve heard this suggestion before lol
pretty impressive Jon. that synth sounds like heaven
2:31 MC Lyte used this amazingly in Paper Thin.
I just got the MPC X SE for the exact same reason, to sync with my 388. its an incredible combination.
Let me know how you get along with it! To me it’s been the perfect combination of function and texture
Gareth Church is a good pseudonym if you ever wanna start a new side project.
Love your channel sir. You make masterpieces
Thank you
be cool to see ya do some work with the internal synth plugins
Agreed
The tape machine makes such a difference holy shit.
Gareth makes the best ones
Gareth batting a thousand
You inspire me man. Much respect.
That’s great to hear
That is one damn fine looking machine u got there
It does loook nice
you can also use just about any USB multitrack audio interface with the MPC and get even more physical ins and outs, and that way you also get to essentially choose which DAC/ADCs you use for audio. So you could have done that with your MPC One; however, I think the biggest benefit of the MPC X is the 16 q-links with the OLED displays, and that's not something you can add-on
I’ve heard . That’s a great option for those with MPCs who need more I/O
I love Gareth churchill❤ One of the best producer ever!!
Top 5
The tascam man, always right in the feels, those pitch down are just something else on tapes
There's something magical about it
Gawd damn this goes hard
Cheers Marc
Good on them! This is a much better MPC to see you make stuff on especially with the larger angled screen :)
Yeah makes for a better watching experience I think
Do you ever make videos of how you arrange tracks? or do you just get them to this loop stage and then thats it? I would love to see you arrange them into full tracks if you do? Thanks, love the channel
I do stream all of these recording sessions where you can see how I arrange these tracks. Check out my Patreon to find out more
Good work as usual, Jon......
Jon, I mean Gareth please use the q-links. Total godsend when inputting controls, touch is alrite but dialing in is so much better.
I knooooow. I’m getting more used to seeing what’s available there
@@jonmakesbeats I feel like a nagging dad here...
That was so cool to watch. That song is amazing
Thanks for listening
the MPC X is just so damn good now
Picked up mine in 2019 and did a lot of research before I did (6mnths). Wanted a good drum machine and ended up with so much more. Greatest piece of gear especially for the ability to work in stand alone as well 👊🧡👍
3.0 turned it around
I dream to one day have a studio like yours. Also, I'm sure you hear this alot, but That's O.K. is one of my favorite songs of all time. Your music and your channel inspire me bro.
Keep working you’ll get there!
The hair and beard are looking majestic my man.
Thanks Dans
Awesome beat
On a serious not though, Jon really inspires me to take my equipment more seriously and not just lean on my DAW all day.
love the look of that machine, lucky man getting sent all this cool gear, shame i dont have enough money to splash on new stuff, great video, maybe one day i can find one cheap enough.
Not luck. I provide value to companies I work with! Thanks for watching and hope you find a good deal on what you’re looking for
it would be cool if you make a beat using an old MPC, just to compare workflow
If someone wants to send me one to borrow I’m down
Best beatmaker on RUclips by a large margin. Always inspiring.
okay, i’m just going to be honest… this is my favorite track of yours in a while.
Love to hear that!
sweet man. i need to watch more of your vids. inspiring stuff
Hope to see you in more comment sections!
Guitar 🎸 center is were you get more what you funkin for/ Jamie parks studio/ 👍
Crazy bro. Respect!💯
Thanks for watching
BEST MONEY I EVER SPENT. XSE is my absolute go to. Nice one 💯
Happy you’re digging yours
You make the process look effortless, dig it.
Thanks in part to my editor lol