Episode 053｜The Golden Age of 12-bit Samplers: MPC60 and SP-1200

Overview

Discover how 12-bit samplers like the Akai MPC60 and E-mu SP-1200 shaped modern music. These machines weren’t just tools — their limited specs created character, grit, and groove that became central to hip-hop, R&B, house, and techno production. From technical quirks to iconic tracks built with them, this video chronicles the golden age of sampling.

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