![]() We were surprised to find that Ableton Live didn´t respond to the MMC signals, so the transport controls were of no use. It´s a shame that the transport controls only send MMC data, though - they can´t be switched to simply output MIDI. Basically, they feel great when you´re using them. ![]() The assignable knobs and faders have a smooth action that makes them fantastic for entering cutoff sweeps or effects automation. And with four selectable pad banks, you can have a huge array of drum sounds at the ready if you take the time to assign them - just the thing for live work. This can lead to some really expressive playing, especially when you´re using an instrument such as the supplied BFD Lite. ![]() Pressure sensitivity is an added bonus, as you can use this to send aftertouch data. This was also true of the MPC2500, though, which the MPD24´s pads are derived from, so if you simply want a straight emulation of this, you´ll be right at home. A solid tap is required just to register an input (even with the most forgiving sensitivity and velocity curve), so they can´t really be used for ultra-fast, soft playing. So how do the pads perform? Well, we feel that they´re something of an acquired taste.
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