Akai mpc2000 User Manual

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Chapter 3: Recording Sequences

The MPC2000 is a sequencer with internal samplers.  It is possible to
simply use this as a rhythm machine, or as a sequencer connected to a
MIDI device.  It is also possible to set a loop to a sequence and repeat-
edly play a phrase.  Here we will describe in detail simple ways to
record sequences on the MPC2000.

First record a drum pad performance on the MPC2000.  This is the
most basic way of using the MPC2000; as a rhythm machine.

1. Turn the MPC2000 on and load the drum sounds from the enclosed

sound disk.  (Refer to the chapter “Disk Operation” for details on
how to load the sounds.)  When you have finished, check to see if
the drum sounds can be played back by playing the drum pads.

2. Press the MAIN SCREEN key and display the main screen.  The

recording and play back of a sequence will always be operated
here.

3. Select the Sq: field with the CURSOR key, rotate the DATA

wheel until it displays and select an unused sequence labeled
(Unused).

4. Select the track type field with the CURSOR key and rotate the

DATA wheel to the right to select Drum.

5. Select the Bars: field with the CURSOR key and set the number

of bars (length) you want to record with the DATA wheel.