Akai mpc2000 User Manual

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Chapter 3: Recording Sequences

The Auto Punch function allows Overdub or Record modes to be en-
tered and exited automatically at preset points while playing. This
can be very useful at times such as when you want to execute a very
tight punch-in and there isn’t enough time to get from the MPC2000
to the MIDI keyboard to play the new notes after the punch-in. The
Auto Punch function allows you to punch in automatically, allowing
you to concentrate on your performance.

While holding the SHIFT key, press the PUNCH key (2 on the nu-
meric pad) and set the auto punch.

• Auto punch:

There are three auto punch modes:

PUNCH IN ONLY

This allows you to automatically
punch in only.  To stop the recording,
press the STOP key.

PUNCH OUT ONLY

This allows you to automatically
punch out only.  To start recording,
press the PLAY or PLAY START key
while holding down the REC or
OVER DUB key.

PUNCH IN OUT

Both the punch-in and the punch-out
is executed automatically.

• IN / OUT

Sets the auto punch in or out points.

To execute an auto punch, press TurnON[F6].  The display returns
to the main screen and the following appears at the bottom in standby
mode.

While holding the REC or OVERDUB key, press PLAY or PLAY
START key to start recording.
The punch in or out will automatically start at the set point and en-
ables you to record your performance.

To cancel auto punch, press OFF[F6] and return to the Main screen.