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Sampling on the MPC

Learn MPC sampling techniques for Hip Hop production! Master the core feature of the Akai MPC sampler/sequencer and unlock creative sound design.

3.5(27)
1,352students
30m
Certificate
Elan Stouffer
Elan StoufferMusic Producer, UX Researcher, Photographer

Course Content

Sampling on the MPC is an intermediate-level Skillshare course taught by Elan Stouffer. It runs 30m, is taught in English, and includes a certificate of completion. Learners rate it 3.5 out of 5 from 27 reviews, with 1,352 students enrolled. It is a paid course, first published April 2016.

Unlock the power of sampling with the iconic Akai MPC! This course dives deep into the art of sampling, a cornerstone of Hip Hop production and a defining feature of the legendary Akai MPC Sampler/Sequencer.

Designed for music producers with existing skills, this class will elevate your sampling skills and provide practical techniques honed over 10 years of MPC-based music creation.

You'll learn the fundamentals and discover advanced sampling tips and tricks specifically tailored for Hip Hop.

Here's what you'll master:

  • Recording Samples: Learn best practices for capturing audio effectively for use in your productions.
  • Sample Processing: Explore techniques to transform and enhance your samples – from EQ and compression to creative effects.
  • Chopping & Slicing: Discover advanced methods for manipulating samples into rhythmic and melodic building blocks.
  • Building Programs from Samples: Transform your chopped and sliced samples into full-fledged musical phrases and patterns.

Ready to take your MPC sampling to the next level and create unique, impactful Hip Hop tracks?

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