LEARNING RESOURCES--- PROJEXT *67


Welcome to Learning Resources, where we share (drum roll pad please) learning resources! There are many resources on learning how to make lofi beats, what equipment to use as well as the accessories to maintain the equipment, available FREE sample packs, and more. We do not aim to provide a comprehensive list items; rather, we hope to share some of the resources that have been helpful in our learning journey with projext *67.

All of the resources are organized by theme for ease of access. We have utilized and/or read (noting NearTao’s guide is 192 pages on 8.5"x11", single space) most of the resources we recommend. In addition, some of the articles and YouTube videos linked here may lead to other resources not named on this site. We encourage you to craft and find resources in multiple modalities (written, audio, experimental, film, etc…) that aid you on the sampling and remixing journey. Thus, the discography (plural) of resistance continues...


RESOURCES (ORGANIZED BY THEME)


Tutorials

SP-404 MKII - Tutorial Series by Nervouscook$ (YouTube | 50+ short 2-5min videos)

SP-404 Mk2 Guide by NearTao (PDF)

Equipment: Akai MPC Live w/ accessories

Akai MPC Live II

Decksaver Cover for MPC Live II

UNISON Case for Akai MPC Live 2 / MPC Live: hard carrying case with lock. Works when traveling down the block and/or via flights --- recommend as carry-on. It fits both under the seat and in the overhead bin on some planes

SAMSUNG 870 QVO SATA III SSD 2TB 2.5" Internal: additional internal storage for Akai MPC Live II. It is not recommended to use the internal storage for adding samples and completing tracks

Triyards Laptop Riser for Desk – Aluminum Foldable Laptop: discrete attachable, foldable stand that works with Akai MPC Live II

Equipment: SP404 Mk2 w/ accessories

Roland SP-404 Mk2

Anker 747 Power Bank: can be used to power SP-404 Mk2 WITHOUT batteries

Decksaver Cover for Roland SP-404MK2

Roland CB-404 Custom SP-404MKII: carrying case

Panasonic eneloop pro Rechargeable AA batteries 12 Pack

Panasonic eneloop pro storage case 2 pack: small storage case for batteries

SanDisk 32GB Extreme PRO SDHC: mainly for installing the system updates | can also be used for transferring samples/tracks

SanDisk 512GB Micro SD Card with Adapter: for exporting and importing samples. Can remain in SP-404 Mk2 to help manage multiples projects

Panasonic BQ-CC55KSBHA Advanced eneloop pro Rechargeable Battery: battery recharger

AVAKOT Laptop Stand Portable: portable stand, which is nice for SP-404 Mk2

Equipment: Additional

Seismic Audio - SATRXL-F3 - Black 3' XLR Female to 1/4" TRS Patch Cable: wires to connect mic

Seismic Audio Speakers ¼" TRS to ¼" TRS Patch Cables, 10 Foot, Pack of 6: wires to connect equipment (speakers, MPC Live 2 to SP-404 Mk2)

Western Digital 2TB Black SN770

UGREEN M.2 NVMe SSD Enclosure 10Gbps

Equipment: Credits

Top Hardware for LoFi Hip Hop Producers Lofi Weekly (Article)

LoFi Weekly Sample Packs (FREE) by Lofi Weekly (170+ sample packs)

My Top 6 MPC Live 2 Accessories by Abstract Music (YouTube)

My Top 10 SP 404 MK2 Accessories by Abstract Music (YouTube)

Best SP-404MKII Accessories by Zeale (YouTube)

Websites/Radio (descriptions from websites)

Lofi Weekly: Looking for a creative kick-start? You’re at the right place. Welcome to LoFi Weekly, a community-driven platform with 170+ free sample packs, valuable tips, and gear reviews all crafted with love by lofi producers like you.

Poolsuite: The ultra-summer internet radio station, playing an infinity pool of summer sounds 24/7. Swimwear optional. Formerly Poolside FM.

Nightwave Plaza: Welcome to 24/7 online vaporwave and future funk radio station. ||| Fun fact, this is one of the stations linked in another projext --- Library---Computer

lofi.cafe: Lofi music streams for studying, working, and relaxing.

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