Like the other new MPCs, the pads light up in different colours to denote velocity and different modes/functions and colours can now be fully user-configured too.

We think their placement on the left works very well in conjunction with the screen and other controls - our only wish is that they were a little softer. On the left of the front panel you'll find the famous 16 rubber pads (velocity and pressure sensitive) and they're super-sensitive, registering even the slightest touch. Getting hands-onįor anyone who's used to an original (or the newer MPCs), the layout/controls will all feel familiar and you'll be flying about the interface quickly. It can be used flat or you can attach the included two-position stand which tilts the unit upwards - either towards, or away from you. MPC Touch connects to your computer via USB (though it requires you to plug in the external wall wart as the screen draws too much current for buss power) and it's designed to reside on your desktop. While the top and sides are made from textured black plastic, the chassis/back is red metal and it all feels reassuringly solid and stable (and weighty) with grippy non-slip feet.įor travelling, the footprint is fairly large (and there's no battery power) but it should fit in a larger backpack - currently there's no dedicated case. The Touch controller certainly has an understated industrial/functional elegance about it.

'The Touch really does feel more like a standalone unit it's easy to forget you're tethered to a computer.'

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