Akai mpc2000 User Manual

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Chapter 1: Introduction

• Loop recording function enables quick recording by looping short

phrases.

• 10,000 note sequencer memory capacity.  (1NOTE VARIATION =

2NOTE)

• 99 sequences may be held in memory at once. Each sequence con-

tains 64 individual tracks,

• 2 independent MIDI output ports permit 32 simultaneous MIDI

output channels.

• 2 mergeable MIDI inputs.
• The optional SMPTE boards* enable synchronization with SMPTE

time codes.

• MTC (MIDI time code), MMC (MIDI machine control) compatible.
• Data can be exported to or imported from standard MIDI files.
• Step edit function enables you to edit individual events.
• The velocity of each track can easily be modified.
• It is possible to record to 16 MIDI channels at one time.
• Tap Tempo feature allows the playback tempo to be set by tapping a

key in the time of 1/4-notes.

• Programmable tempo changes in mid-sequence or mid-song are

supported.

• Auto Punch feature enables you to punch in or punch out automati-

cally in the designated sequence.

• Swing feature enables you to add a swing-feel to the rhythm.
• 16 velocity- and pressure-sensitive front panel drum pads and 4 pad

banks provide a total of 64 pad/bank combinations.

• The NOTE VARIATION slider controls the decay or filter value of

the sound in real time.

• Since it is possible to convert MIDI sustain pedal data to note dura-

tion data, you can place sustain effects independently from the note
data within a track.

• The note repeat function and the after touch function pads enable

you to easily enter drum rolls and hi-hat beats.

• The UNDO SEQ key enables you to undo sequence recordings or

edits.

*

Not supported by V1.0 version software.