Akai MPC Key 37 - Initial Setup & First Use Tutorial

The brand new Akai MPC key 37 is here and I'm ready for it! In this video I walk you step by step through setting up the MPC key 37 for the first time, turning it on, and give you some tips and tricks to getting started using it fore the first time! Like a little brother to the MPC Key 61, the MPC key 37 packs a big punch with sounds and features, but in a nice portable package!

Contents:
00:00 Introduction
00:53 What's Included
02:40 Plugging In
05:10 Turning it On
05:50 Connecting to WiFi
07:25 Activating Plugins
11:00 Selecting and Playing Sounds
14:16 Recording a Quick beat
23:17 Conclusion

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[dogclicker]

Synth person since the 80's but new to the MPC-Akai system it was very confusing until I watched this. Very easy to follow tutorial it makes sense now thank you!

[kyleb.]

Amazing tutorial! I just bought one of these with no experience in MPCs what-so-ever. You've given me a baseline to work with. Thank you

[tuncayarig]

I really want to thank you. For these beautiful explanations in the simplest way. You are truly the one who explains this tool best.

[Spotlightgopz]

This was so helpful, thank you so much. I got the MPC 37 yesterday and I’m loving it right now. I love being untethered from laptop.

[Justin-rjpq]

Best video on the mpc key 37 I've seen! You do a wonderful job explaining everything in detail. Can't wait for more! ❤

[TheAndOnlyMichaelAngelo]

I can't wait for the tutorials for the Key 37 from you! The Key 37 seems to be more on the MPC One+ side of things, as far as button layout, workflow, etc..., than the Key 61 I believe. I mean, the MPC Key 37 has A/E, B/F, C/G, D/H buttons at the top and so much more. The buttons are completely different and I'm sure they have the same functions but I don't have the Key 61, nor have I owned an MPC before. Mine finally came in over the weekend and it dawned on me that although I know enough to record tracks, there's SO MUCH MORE I need to learn about the Key 37. Thanks Brother! GOD Bless You!

[djjohnsimmons]

Great video and instructions for those new to MPC/the Key 37. Looking forward to seeing more on this machine; thanks!

[gwraigddaproductions]

This is so much better and than the manual for me as this is my first mpc product, thankyoy

[stuntmanmadeit]

My fabric xl and all the other Akai plugins are downloaded and working fine on the key 37

[pushinkeys]

Ordered mine last night, coming on Monday, needed this to see the basics, been over 15 years since I worked with an MPC so I’m sure things have changed.

[seregamelnik]

Thank you for your tutorial. First time user, very confusing. It explains me how to start.

[Don_Dotta]

thanks for creating these types of vids. Im used to work with software but all works the same but these tutorials does help me alot understanding the mpc key 37 faster. I couldnt get a project stable but after watching this video i cooked something nice up. THANKS AGAIN!!

[charlesflint]

I have one arriving tomorrow, so thanks for the info😊.

[MarqNash]

Thanks! I just got mine this week. This was definitely the best tutorial i saw on YT. The timestamps were a plus. You just got a New Subscriber. Please match my donation if you're watching and the video helped you as well.

[SleepyEyezCarter]

I’ve had mine for close to a week now. Love it…. And yes I will be checking out any of your content on the Key 37….

[gand]

I appreciate this video. I want to learn how to use the 37 Keys. I'm an entry-level music creator. You will do well making a beginning lesson course on how to use the 37 Keys.

[graykeyzmusic]

what a beautiful walk thru for this device!!!

[aviondavis]

Thank you bro can’t wait to get my key 37. And learn Mpc 😊

[arterrebuck]

Hi, thanks for the video. I’m looking for forward to you putting out a video for beginners starting from the beginning and making beats and maybe sampling I’m less interested how it compares to other models because this is my first MPC unit. Thanks.

[BlueJavaTN]

Thank you - great help with my first MPC! Looking forward to more videos. One is to cover USB Midi Direct - adding something like an iPad into a live set.