# Akai Mpd 226 vs Mpc Studio m2 **URL:** \ **Category:** Uncategorized\ **Created:** [March 5, 2025, 4:15pm UTC](https://questforgroove.discourse.group/t/akai-mpd-226-vs-mpc-studio-m2/1679 "2025-03-05T16:15:57Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 5\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![prakashwadhwani](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/f05b48/32.png) [@prakashwadhwani](https://questforgroove.discourse.group/u/prakashwadhwani)\ **Post date:** [March 5, 2025, 4:15pm UTC](https://questforgroove.discourse.group/t/akai-mpd-226-vs-mpc-studio-m2/1679/1 "2025-03-05T16:15:57Z")
Hi … I come from a background of using the Boss DR-770 and DR-880 drum machines. I’d like to get more power by having more instruments and kits at my disposal, plus get into finger drumming. Basically I’d like to program some grooves, and then start/stop them live, while finger drumming live over the Groove for added fullness and flexibility. The Maschine Mikro 3 isn’t available here in Oman. The MPD 226 and MPC Studio (m2) are available and there isn’t much difference in the price. 1. Which of the above 2 do you suggest I opt for considering my needs and requirements? 2. Is the Maschine software better/easier than the MPC? 3. Would you I rather try to somehow source a Maschine Mikro m3 somehow from some other country as compared to the above 2 models? Thanks in advance 🙏 ---
**Author:** ![Robert\_Mathijs](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/free1/user_avatar/questforgroove.discourse.group/robert_mathijs/32/335_2.png) [@Robert\_Mathijs](https://questforgroove.discourse.group/u/Robert_Mathijs)\ **Post date:** [March 15, 2025, 6:05pm UTC](https://questforgroove.discourse.group/t/akai-mpd-226-vs-mpc-studio-m2/1679/2 "2025-03-15T18:05:39Z")
I think you might have some luck with the MPC Studio II. The only thing with that one is that if you use it in midi standalone mode, the lights do not work. So the pads will not light up. Can you get an ESI / Artesia Pro Xjam or a Nectar Aruba? Those might be worth trying as well. Sorry for my delayed response by the way. ---
**Author:** ![prakashwadhwani](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/f05b48/32.png) [@prakashwadhwani](https://questforgroove.discourse.group/u/prakashwadhwani)\ **Post date:** [March 15, 2025, 6:36pm UTC](https://questforgroove.discourse.group/t/akai-mpd-226-vs-mpc-studio-m2/1679/3 "2025-03-15T18:36:03Z")
Hey Robert, I really appreciate you taking the time to get back to me! Last week, I took the plunge and picked up the NI Maschine Mikro M3. Now, I’m now looking for some good beginner-friendly videos to help me build my own drum kits with the instruments of my choice so I can tap along to some songs. My goal is to get comfortable with that within the next two weeks. After that, I’ll be diving into finger drumming more seriously. It’s going to be _Your’s vs. Dragon’s_, and I’m still undecided on which finger positioning to go with. I also want to take a moment to thank you for all the amazing content you’ve shared. Your videos have been incredibly helpful in shaping my decision and pointing me in the right direction. Beyond that, you have such a warm and friendly presence … It makes learning from you all the more enjoyable! Any pointers to help me get the most out of my Maschine Mikro would be greatly appreciated. Wishing you a fantastic day! ---
**Author:** ![Robert\_Mathijs](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/free1/user_avatar/questforgroove.discourse.group/robert_mathijs/32/335_2.png) [@Robert\_Mathijs](https://questforgroove.discourse.group/u/Robert_Mathijs)\ **Post date:** [March 15, 2025, 7:14pm UTC](https://questforgroove.discourse.group/t/akai-mpd-226-vs-mpc-studio-m2/1679/4 "2025-03-15T19:14:45Z")
I think you’ll want to watch the video about setting things up and then maybe skip to the “Linking sounds to pads” chapter in the video. > **[Log In ‹ The Quest for Groove — WordPress](https://questforgroove.com/course/beginnercourse/basic-setup/installation/)** That should at least help you understand the two ways you can do this. ---
**Author:** ![prakashwadhwani](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/f05b48/32.png) [@prakashwadhwani](https://questforgroove.discourse.group/u/prakashwadhwani)\ **Post date:** [March 16, 2025, 3:01am UTC](https://questforgroove.discourse.group/t/akai-mpd-226-vs-mpc-studio-m2/1679/5 "2025-03-16T03:01:48Z")
Thanks Robert! This was very insightful 🙂🙏