Akai MPC 500 User Manual

6 Chapter 1: Introduction
MPC500 Operator's Manual rev 1.0
Hooking Up Your MPC500
The following diagram demonstrates how the MPC500 can be integrated into your recording setup. Note that the diagram below uses every
connector on the MPC and that your setup may vary from the one shown.
For analog connections, use ¼" audio cables. For MIDI connections, use 5-pin MIDI cables. For USB connections, use a standard USB
cable.
The MPC500 is a pseudo balanced audio device. Use "Balanced" or "TRS" cables wherever possible to maximize sound quality,
but no volume degradation will occur when using standard "TS"type cables.

Akai MPC 500 Specifications

General

Polyphony	32 voices
Sampling Frequency	44.1 kHz
Sampling Bit Depth	16-bit
Display	Backlit LCD
Pads	12 velocity and pressure sensitive pads
Storage	CompactFlash card
MIDI	In/Out
Power Supply	6 AA batteries or AC adapter
Connectivity	USB