MPC Beats is free beat-making and music production software built around an MPC-inspired workflow. It lets you create sequences using AIR plugins and sample packs, then record, arrange and mix those sequences into tracks. It is available for macOS and Windows, and can also run as a plugin inside your chosen DAW. Each sequence supports up to 8 MIDI tracks and 2 audio tracks. For third-party plugins, it supports 64-bit VST2 and AU, but not VST3. It also works with class-compliant USB controllers. When running as a plugin, MPC Beats can export audio or MIDI. Demo projects and templates provide starting points for learning its workflow, and MPC Beats Academy offers tutorials on its features and functions. The installer is available through the inMusic Software Center and requires no authorization code. The free plan is listed at 0.00 USD per free.
Who it is for
MPC Beats suits beat makers and music producers who want a free desktop workflow on macOS or Windows. It may also fit users who want to work with a DAW plugin, class-compliant USB controller, or MIDI and audio export.
What is good
- Free plan listed at 0.00 USD per free
- Runs on macOS and Windows
- Works as a plugin inside a DAW
- Supports 64-bit VST2 and AU plugins
- Includes demo projects, templates and tutorials
What to know first
- Sequences are limited to 8 MIDI tracks
- Sequences are limited to 2 audio tracks
- VST3 plugins are not supported
Verdict
MPC Beats combines sequencing, arrangement and mixing in a free desktop package, with DAW plugin use and controller support. Check its per-sequence track limits and lack of VST3 support against your setup.
MPC Beats plans and pricing
All plansCompared on audio editing software
- Free plan
- Yes
