Akai MPD32 User Manual

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ABOUT MODES
The MPD32 has four different modes of operation. Each mode can be accessed by pressing its
corresponding button. Following is a short description of each mode:
Preset Mode
This mode allows you to load, save and copy Presets. A Preset is a
collection of information about how different faders, knobs, and pads will
behave. Using Presets allows you to save different configurations so you
can quickly load them when you need them, without having to reprogram the
MPD32 every time.
(page 9)
Edit Mode
This mode allows you to edit the configuration of the MPD32. Edit Mode is a
powerful tool for customizing your set-up. In this mode, you can make
changes to how the pads, knobs and faders are behaving. For example, you
may wish to have a fader or a knob transmit only a limited range of MIDI
data, or you may wish to have a pad that transmits on a different MIDI
Channel. You can change these and various other parameters in Edit Mode.
(page 10)
Global Mode
This mode allows you to set global parameters and make general changes to
how your MPD32 is functioning. The parameters that you can modify in
Global Mode include Controller Resets, Pad Velocity Curves, Pad Threshold,
MIDI Clock options, Display Brightness, and more.
(page 27)
Program Change Mode
This mode allows you to transmit various Program Change messages. In
this mode, you can remotely switch between different programs on your
DAW or external device directly from the MPD32.
(page 31)

Akai MPD32 Specifications

General

Mixer section	-
Product color	Black
Drum pads backlight	Yes
Number of drum pads	16
Display type	LCD
USB connector type	USB Type-B
Power supply type	USB

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	384 mm
Width	308 mm
Height	64 mm