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MPC 1000 Price: $820.00
Small but perfectly formed, the MPC1000 is a welcome addition to a now legendary product line which holds a unique position in the evolution of modern electronic music. Inheriting all the features which make the MPC so recognizable, the MPC1000 is not only a perfect compliment to its larger MPC siblings, but a powerful Music Production Center in its own right.
Features:
Established friendly and intuitive user interface of the MPC series
Easy-to use MIDI sequencer/drum sampler offering a great alternative to complex computer-based products
Great feeling, velocity and pressure-sensitive pads for expressive programming
16 levels function giving you one sound on all pads with varies level, tuning, attack, decay, layer, or filter per pad
2 separate effects processors and 1 main out effect processor: all of which can be used simultaneously
4-pole filters (two 2-pole filters) filtering for each of the 32 voices
2 Q-Link sliders for realtime performance control
2 x MIDI In and 2 x MIDI Out
16MB standard, expandable to 128MB
Internal preset sounds in flash
Save/load your sound and sequence data to/from compact flash
Connect the MPC1000 to your computer via USB and drag and drop your files on your desktop
Portable laptop size ideal for taking your act on the road
Technical Description
General
Display: 240 x 64 dot graphic LCD w/back light
Memory Card Slot: Compact Flash type 2 (The size of the compact flash card that MPC1000 can handle is from 32MB to 2GB)
Dimension (W x H x D): 330 x 75.5 x 228.2(Max 234.6)
Weight: 3.45kg
Power Requirement: 19W
Sound Generator
Sampling Rate: 44.1kHz
Memory Capacity: 16MB standard (11.5MB for sound memory), expandable to 128MB
Recording Time: 136sec. (16MB, MONO), 24m28sec. (128MB, MONO)
Memory Expansion Slot: 1 x for optional EXM128
Data Format: 16-bit linear
Polyphony: 32
Dynamic Filtering: 2 x 2-pole filter per voice
Filter Type: Low pass, band pass, high pass
Preset Sound Memory: 5MB
Effects: 2 stereo effects and Master effect
Effect Type: Chorus, Flanger, Bit Grunger, 4 band EQ, Compressor, Phase shifter, Tremolo, Flying pan, Reverb
Master Effect: 4 band EQ, Compressor
Number of Programs: 24
Sequencer
Maximum Events: 100000 notes
Resolution: 96 parts per 1/4-note
Sequences: 99
Tracks Per Sequence: 64
MIDI Output Channels: 32 (16 channels x 2 output ports)
Song Mode: 20 songs, 250 steps per song
Drum Pad: 16 (velocity and pressure sensitive)
Drum Pad Banks: 4
Sync Mode: MIDI clock
Inputs/Outputs
Record Input (L and R): 1/4-in. stereo phone x 2, balanced -40dBu, input impedance 11k ohms; Max. Input level +10dBu
Digital Input: RCA-pin x 1 S/PDIF
Stereo Output (L and R): 1/4-in. phone x 2 unbalanced +11dBu, output impedance 1k Ohms, Max. output level +17dBu
4 Individual Outputs: 1/4-in. phone x 4 unbalanced +11dBu, output impedance 1k Ohms, Max. output level +17dBu
Phones Output: 1/4-in. stereo phone x 1, 200mW / 100 ohms
Digital Output: RCA-pin x 1 S/PDIF
MIDI Inputs: 5-pin DIN x 2
MIDI Outputs: 5-pin DIN x 2
USB: Slave connector x 1, USB MASS STORAGE CLASS support (You need Windows 2000/Me/XP or later version, or MacOS 9.x/10.x or later version. )
Footswitches: 1/4-in. phone x 2
Standard Accessories: 32MB Compact Flash card, Power cable, Operator's manual
Options
EXM128: 128MB expansion memory card
File Compatibility
MPC2000XL SEQ, ALL, PGM, WAV (When PGM file is loaded, only pad assign is loaded. Other edit parameters are ignored.)
MPC4000: SEQ, ALL, WAV (No compatibility of PGM)
MPC3000: No compatibility
Z4/8: WAV only
S1000/3000: No compatibility
MPC 2000xl Price: $1600.00
The MPC2000XL MPC continues Akai Professional's tradition of providing rock solid sequencing and drum programming combined with powerful sampling facilities in one convenient and portable desktop unit.
New features on the MPC2000XL MCD include Next Sequence key, incredible multiple Memory Card storge, 4 bank keys to effectively provide 64 pads, Track Mute key, hinged LCD, multi-program playback, device naming, MIDI soft thru, multi-track recording, time stretch, resampling, simultaneous playback of a second sequence plus folder file management.
Best of all, though, is that this power works with you instead of against you -- if you've ever used a computer-based sequencer/sampler, you'll know exactly what we mean!
Whether you're producing drum 'n' bass, sequencing a rack-full of MIDI modules or performing live; whether you're programming intricate drum parts or triggering loops, you'll love the self-contained convenience and ease of use the MPC2000XL gives you and the MPC2000XL's friendly and intuitive user interface simplifies the expression of your creativity.
The MPC2000XL's compact and rugged build also means that is equally at home on stage as it is in the studio.
Features:
Sampler, drum machine and multi-track MIDI sequencer in one instrument
Storage: Multiple Memory Card formats, compatible with: Smart Media, SD card, MMC (multimedia card), Memory Stick, Compact Flash, Micro Drive
Dedicated buttons for the most commonly used functions
Informative graphic LCD on a hinged, tiltable panel
Extremely powerful sampling drum machine/phrase sampler
Extensive sample editing that includes cut and paste, timestretch, etc., with waveform display
44.1 kHz, 16-bit stereo sampling with 32-voice polyphony
Resonant digital filter & envelope per voice
Large, great-feeling, velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads for expressive programming
Note Variation slider for programming a wide variety of dynamics
Stereo Mix outputs & optional eight individual outputs
S/PDIF digital I/O
Built-in SCSI interface
Reads sample data from S1000 and S3000 series samplers, E-mu EIIIx, Roland S750/S760, .WAV
Powerful and easy-to-use MIDI sequencer offers a great alternative to complex computer-based sequencers
Supports both linear and pattern-style (looped) recording
300,000 note sequence capacity
Step Edit mode for fast recording, viewing or editing of any event in a sequence
Flexible synchronization capabilities: MIDI clock, MTC, and SMPTE (optional)
2 MIDI inputs with merge & 2 independent MIDI outputs (32 channels)
Technical Description
General
Display: 248 x 60 dot graphic LCD
Dimensions: 405(W) x 106(H) x 331(D) mm
Weight: 5.5 kg
Power Requirements: 100-240 VAC, 50/60Hz, 23W (13W without option)
Memory Expansion Slot: 2 / 72-pin SIMM (70ns)
Sound Generator
Sampling Rate: 44.1kHz (frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz)
Sampling Capacity: 2MB standard (21.9 seconds mono or 10.9 seconds stereo), expandable to 32MB.
Data Format: 16-bit linear
Dynamic Filtering: 12dB/Octave dynamic resonant lowpass filter per voice
Maximum Sounds in Memory: 256
Number of Sound pPograms: 24
Sound Assignments per Program: 64
Simultaneous Soices: 32
Sequencer
Maximum Events: 300,000 notes (maximum 50,000 notes per sequence) (notes equivalent)
Resolution: 96 parts per 1/4-note (ppq)
Sequences: 99
Tracks per Sequence: 64
MIDI Output Channels: 32 (16 channels x 2 output ports)
Song Mode: 20 songs, 250 steps per song
Drum Pads: 16 (velocity and pressure sensitive)
Drum Pad Banks: 4
Sync Modes: MIDI clock and SMPTE (optional). SMPTE frame rates supported are 24, 25, 29.97 drop and 30
Rear Panel Inputs/Outputs
Record Input (both L and R): 1/4-inch stereo phone x 2, balanced -40dBu, input Imp. 39kOhms; Max. input level +10dBu
Digital Sampling Input: RCA-pin x 1, S/PDIF (optional)
Digital Master Output: RCA-pin x 1, S/PDIF (optional)
Stereo Output: 1/4-inch phone x 2, unbalanced +11dBu, output Imp. 100 Ohms; Max. output level +17dBu
8 Individual Outputs: 1/4-inch phone x 8, unbalanced +11dBu, output Imp. 100 Ohms (optional); Max. output level +17dBu
Headphone Output: 1/4-inch stereo phone x 1, 200mW/32 Ohms
MIDI Inputs: 5-pin DIN x 2
MIDI Outputs: 5-pin DIN x 2 (independent)
SCSI Port: 50-pin high-pitch SCSI connector x 1
Standard Accessories
Power cable
CD ROM disc - Sound library disc
Operators manual
Options
8 analog output and two-channel digital I/O board
Multi-effects processor board
8MB Flash ROM board
SMPTE board
MPC Sound Library
*0dBu = 0.775Vrms
MPC 4000 Price: $2800.00
Akai MPC4000 Plus 24-Bit, 96kHz MIDI Production Center
Akai's Ultimate 24-bit/96kHz MIDI Production Center
This special version of the MPC4K includes the IB-4D digital I/O board.
The MPC4000 utilizes Akai's new Z-96 LSI sampling engine, combined with a high-performance Intel " CPU, to provide ultra-fast processing along with 24-bit audio resolution w/sample rates up to 96kHz. Up to 6 controllers can be assigned to control a wide variety of parameters. Its USB interface and ak.Sys Network and Control Software enhances the hinged 6 in. LCD and Q-Link interface. The MPC4000 features 64-note polyphony (32-note @ 96 kHz), 272MB of on-board memory - expandable up to 512MB using (cheap!) PC100 or PC133 SDRAM. A built-in 60 GB EIDE hard drive is included for storage, and a separate drive bay is provided to accommodate Zip or CD-R. The MPC4000's IntelliSample " capability automates sampling, naming, program creation and sample assignment automatically. New sound munching possibilities are available with Quick FX " resampling using powerful presets from the included EB4JS 4-channel 24-bit/96kHz effects processor. Connections include XLRs inputs with high-quality pre-amps and balanced outputs providing full 24/96 conversion, a dedicated turntable input, 2 MIDI inputs, 4 MIDI outputs, SMPTE I/O, and a high-density SCSI port. The most powerful MPC ever takes its rightful position as a legendary music production tool.
The most powerful MPC ever takes its rightful position in the Akai Professional product line. Along with the MPC2000XL, and the MFC-equipped Ultimate XL the MPC4000 joins the legendary music production tools of our time. Using the new Z-96 sampling engine the MPC4000 boasts the first full feature sampler ever in an MPC product.
New filtering is provided by way of 6-pole digital dynamic filters which allow realtime control of the cut-off frequency and resonance from the Q-Link knobs or via MIDI control change messages. The new filter design not only supports all filter designs available in the powerful S5000/S6000 and Z4/8 samplers but allows new variations such as the triple filter consisting of three independent 2-pole filter blocks.
Filter modulation is part of the APM (assignable program modulation) matrix which has more than 30 modulation items freely assignable as either source or destination. Furthermore one source can be assigned to multiple destinations and likewise multiple sources can be assigned to one destination just like on a vintage synth matrix patch board.
Improved sequencing functions include 960 ppq resolution, a Song can now be played in Second Sequence function, a sequence data clipboard allows you to create phrase libraries and there is no longer any limitation in using the maximum number of events (300,000) in any one song. As on the legendary MPC60, 4 MIDI outs also come as standard on the MPC4000 enabling 64 MIDI channel operation
The large LCD also allows an unprecedented view of sequence data showing data as a piano roll or as a drum machine 'grid'. Continuous MIDI data can also be shown (and edited) graphically
The MPC4000 comes with 272Mb of onboard RAM as standard in the US and can easily be expanded to a massive 512Mb using readily available 168pin PC100 or PC133 DIMM memory. Memory can be expanded using 64Mb, 128Mb or 256Mb upgrades. Internally the MPC can be fitted with an IDE hard drive.
Fitted with SCSI and USB master ports as standard, it can also be connected to external storage media ie CD-R, HD, Zip, MO, etc., and the USB port can also be used to connect an external USB drive or a keyboard for easier file naming.
Benefits of the new MPC4000 include
The new Z-96 sampling engine, combined with a high-performance Intel " CPU provides ultra-fast processing and 24-bit audio resolution with sample rates up to 96kHz 64-voices, or 32 voices at 96kHz sample rate
Massive 272 MB on-board memory, expandable to 512 MB
Balanced stereo XLR-1/4-inch TRS combo inputs with reference-grade preamps, with switchable phono inputs to allow direct connection of turntables
Four MIDI OUT ports control up to 64 independent MIDI channels
Four Q-Link " knobs, and two note variation sliders for real-time modulation control
Real-time control of filter cutoff, resonance, pitch, LFO rate and depth - and more
IntelliSample automates sampling, naming, program creation and sample assignment
Virtual sampling streams sample playback directly from hard disk
Full sampler implementation provides compatibility with Z-Series and S-Series Multi, Program and Sample files. The MPC4000 can create everything from powerful beats, to expressive piano and strings parts
Project (.PRJ) files save all sequences, songs, samples, programs and multi's in a single file
New 4-channel 56-bit effects processor (standard)
USB host port accommodates USB floppy, CD-R, HD, MO, ZIP drives for storage, and an ASCII keyboard for naming
USB slave port provides for ak.Sys Network and Control System software
192 filters/26 filter types with to 3 simultaneous filters per voice
Dual independent LFOs with internal/external modulation control
Internal IDE hard drive (standard in North America Only) plus external SCSI connection
Built-in sample rate converter on the digital input to eliminate rate-matching problems
Large 320 x 240, multi-angle graphic LCD
FAT32 disk format is fully compatible with S5000,S6000, Z4, Z8, DPS24, and most PC's
Native .WAV sample format allows data sharing with anything supporting .WAV files
Built-in CD Recorder ( standard in North America Only) for master archiving or Sample Loading
ak.Sys Control & Networking software enables Mac and PC connection via on-board USB interface
Two assignable footswitch inputs
Wordclock input for sync with external digital devices (optional)
Graphical sequence event editing
Memory meters display remaining free sampler memory, sequence memory and CPU memory
Audition samples directly from hard disk
Graphic editing of sample waveforms
Six pad banks provide quick access to up to 96 different sounds
SMPTE I/O Standard
And Much, Much more!
Technical Description
Specifications
General
Power supply: 100 - 240V AC 50/60Hz 70W (27W without options)
Dimensions: 526 (W) x 170 (H) x 453 (D) mm (with LCD tilted down)
Weight 10.5kg (without options)
Display: 320 x 240 pixels grey-scale graphical LCD
Sound library compatibility: S1000, S2000, S3000, S5000, S6000, MPC2000 .snd, MPC2000XL .snd, MPC3000 .snd, Emu " EIII (*)
Sound Generator
Sampling rates: 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz
Data format: 16/24-bit linear
Sampling time (unexpanded memory)
44.1kHz Mono: 180/120 (16/24 bit) seconds
48kHz Mono: 166/110 (16/24 bit) seconds
96kHz Mono: 90/55 (16/24 bit) seconds
44.1kHz Stereo: 90/60 (16/24 bit) seconds
48kHz Stereo: 83/55 (16/24 bit) seconds
96kHz Stereo: 41/27 (16/24 bit) seconds
Memory: 16MB standard, expandable to 512MB 168-pin DIMM (PC133/PC100, CL2) slot x 2
Polyphony: 64 voices
Filter Types: 36 resonant filter types (2/4/6-pole LP, BP, HP, notch, etc.)
Triple Filter: 2-pole multi-mode filters x 3 with resonance
Envelope Generators: 3 x Envelope generators (2 multi-stage)
LFO: 2 x Multi-wave with MIDI clock sync
Effects: 4-channel 24-bit/96kHz processor offering over 50 effects types including reverb, delay, chorus, flanging, phaser, pitch shift, rotary speaker, touch and autowah, compressor, noise gate and more.
Sequencer
Maximum events: 300,000 notes (equivalent)
Resolution: 960 pulses per 1/4-note (ppq)
Sequences: 128
Tracks per sequence: 128
MIDI output channels: 64 (16 channels x 4 output ports)
Song mode: 128 songs, 250 steps per song
Drum pads: 16 (velocity and pressure sensitive)
Drum pads banks: 6
Sync modes: MTC, MIDI clock, SMPTE
Inputs/Outputs
Rec In LINE/MIC L/R:
1/4-inch stereo phone/XLR Combo jack, balanced
1/4-inch phone: Imp. 18kohm, 24dBu max. XLR, Imp. 6kohm, 22dBu max.
Rec In PHONO L/R: RCA-pin x 2 with RIAA EQ, -24dBu max. (1kHz)
Main Out L/R:
1/4-inch stereo phone/XLR Combo jack, balanced
1/4-inch phone: Imp. 1.7kohm, 24dBu max.XLR: Imp. 200ohm, 18dBu max.
Headphone: 1/4-inch stereo phone, 60mW (32ohm)
Digital Input (IB-4D): RCA-pin x 1, SPDIF
Digital Output (IB-4D): RCA-pin x 1, SPDIF
Word Clock Input (IB-4D): BNC x 1 (w/75ohm terminator On/Off)
SMPTE In: 1/4-inch stereo phone, balanced
SMPTE Out: 1/4-inch stereo phone, balanced
Footswitch: 1/4-inch phone x 2
MIDI Input: 5-pin DIN x 2
MIDI Output: 5-pin DIN x 4
SCSI: 50-pin high-pitch SCSI connector x 1
USB: Host x 1, Slave x 1 (V1.1)
Optional
IB-4D Digital Audio (SPDIF) I/O board
IB-4ADT ADAT Interface board (2-in/8-out)
IB-48P Assignable 8-channel Output Board
Standard Accessories
AC Cable x 1
CD-ROM disc x 1
Drive Mounting Kit x 1
User's Guide x 1
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