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Card 196 of 9982026-08-21 issue

Observed arrival · 2026-08-21

Custom MPC: a field guide to rebuilding vintage samplers

custommpc.com Observed source
Editorial interest 79/100 Selection signal · not a rating of the site

An independent publication about modifying MPC machines, with guides covering hardware repairs, storage upgrades, screens, paint, RAM, and real-world costs.

Landing page captured for the 2026-08-21 issue.

Why it surfaced

The site promises real part numbers, real prices, and photos of actual work rather than generic gear advice. Its opening guides tackle both a complete MPC 1000 build and the compatibility headaches of SCSI-to-SD conversions, while a directory of MPC painters, modders, and repairers is still taking shape.

An independent publication about modifying MPC machines, with guides covering hardware repairs, storage upgrades, screens, paint, RAM, and real-world costs.

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