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Akai MPC2000XL

Akai MPC2000XL
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MIDI PRODUCTION CENTER
mpc2000xl
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
Operator's Manual

Table of Contents

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Akai MPC2000XL Specifications

General IconGeneral
Polyphony32 voices
Sampling Frequency44.1 kHz
Sampling Resolution16-bit
Memory2MB standard, expandable to 32MB
SequencerYes
Power SupplyInternal
TypeSampler
Pads16 velocity-sensitive pads
Sequencer Resolution96 PPQN
MIDI2 MIDI In
OutputsStereo Out
Display240 x 64 backlit LCD
Storage3.5" floppy disk drive
EffectsOptional effects board
FiltersDigital filters
Inputs2 x 1/4''
Weight6.5 kg

Summary

Chapter 1: Introduction

Rear Panel

Details of the input/output connectors on the rear of the MPC2000XL.

Chapter 2: The Basics

Hooking Up Your System

Guide to connecting MIDI keyboards, sound modules, and other devices.

Operating the Front Panel and Screen

Explanation of the Main Screen, cursor keys, numeric keypad, and function keys.

Chapter 3: Recording Sequences

Examples of Sequence Recordings

Step-by-step examples for recording drum performances, loops, and MIDI.

The MAIN SCREEN

Overview of the main display for playback and recording operations.

Setting the Time Correct (Quantization)

How to apply timing corrections and quantization to recorded data.

Chapter 4: Editing Sequences

Step Editing

Fine-tuning MIDI data, entering data step-by-step, and managing events.

Chapter 6: Creating and Editing Sounds

Sampling a New Sound

Guide to recording new audio samples using analog or digital inputs.

Editing a Sound

Overview of editing functions including trim, loop, zone, and parameter adjustments.

TRIM Mode

Selecting start and end points to define the usable portion of a sound.

Chapter 7: Creating and Editing Programs

Selecting a Program and Assigning a Sound

How to select programs and assign sounds to pads/note numbers.

Editing Note Parameters

Adjusting envelope, filter, and pitch parameters for individual notes.

Chapter 8: Mixer Functions

Stereo Output Mixer

Setting volume and pan for each of the 64 notes assigned to a program.

Chapter 10: Disk Operation

Formatting a Disk

Procedures for formatting floppy disks and SCSI drives.

Saving the Data

Saving sequences, songs, programs, and sounds in various file formats.

Loading Files

Loading sound, sequence, program, and MIDI files from storage devices.

Chapter 11: Flash ROM (optional)

Formatting the Flash ROM

Step-by-step guide to formatting the flash ROM before use.

Chapter 12: MIDISYNC Mode, OTHER Mode

MIDISYNC Mode

Complying with MIDI Clock, Time Code, and Machine Control for synchronization.

Synchronizing the MPC2000 XL with Other Sequencers

Connecting and configuring MIDI sync for master/slave setups.

MIDI TIME CODE (MTC)

Using MTC for absolute time synchronization with external devices.

Synchronizing Another Sequencer or MTR to the MPC2000 XL

Setting MPC2000XL as master for synchronizing other sequencers or MTRs.

Synchronizing with the SMPTE Time Code

Using SMPTE Time Code for synchronization with external devices.

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